Bestselling Author

Julie A. Fast is a world leading mental health expert on the topics of bipolar disorder, depression, seasonal affective disorder and mood management. She is the bestselling author of Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder, Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder, Get it Done When You’re Depressed and The Health Cards Treatment System for Bipolar Disorder. Julie is a critically acclaimed national speaker, family coach and sought after media source on the topic of mental health management . Her books have sold over 125,000 copies and her popular websites have received over one million visitors.

Media Expert

Julie regularly appears in publications such as Self Magazine and US Weekly on the topics of depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder and other issues relating to mental health.  She is also a regular guest on many television and radio programs. For more information on Julie’s media experience and availability, please visit the press/media center page.

Nationally Recognized Mental Health Speaker

Julie speaks on a variety of mental health topics as a workshop leader, headline speaker, and keynote presenter. Her energetic and compelling talks always include many personal anecdotes and inspiring stories that both entertain as well as challenge her audiences to think deeply about the issue of mental health from both a personal and societal perspective. Julie headlined the 2008 DBSA “The Power of Peers” Conference in Norfolk, Virginia and presented at the 2008 NAMI National Conference in Orlando, Florida. Julie regularly speaks to mental health organizations, faith based communities, mental health professionals and the general public.

Family and Partner Coach

Julie is a professional coach who works with family members and partners of a loved one with bipolar disorder. Her direct and supportive approach helps her clients find immediate relief from stressful situations while assisting them in developing a practical plan to maintain stable and healthy relationships. More details are found on the family coaching page.

Magazine Columnist

Julie is a contributing editor for BP Magazine. She writes a regular column on bipolar disorder focusing on mood swing management and how to maintain healthy friendships and family relationships. Presenting an honest, often humorous and yet realistic portrayal of what it’s like to have bipolar disorder, Julie was awarded the 2007 Mental Health American Journalism award for best mental health column in the United States.