Writing books on bipolar disorder has been my career for over ten years. I enjoy writing and plan to do a lot more. (It can be a challenge when the mood swings are paying a visit, that’s for sure.)
Over two years ago, I started coaching partners and family members of people with bipolar disorder as an addition to my writing career.
I never, ever thought I would find work that I enjoy as much as I enjoy coaching. I feel at home with the parents and partners as I have been where they are- and I remain calm during the crises that many of my clients are going through while we are working together. Bipolar disorder is like a puzzle. It’s not always easy to find the right pieces on your own. It helps to have a coach as a guide.
My coaching practice has room for new clients. I take new clients about once a month-and then help them as best I can. It’s a partnership that saves relationships and often lives.
Coaching is not for everyone, but if you are concerned about your relationship with a person with bipolar disorder, it may be a good fit for you. The following link will tell you more. I look forward to talking.
Julie Fast Family and Partner Coaching
Julie
Dear Julie,
I am interested in your coaching program and finding out how lone, how it works when one does not live in Portland and what the approximate cost would be. Our daughter just turned 30 and we are trying to help her take more control of her life and treatment. We would like to know how to help in the process of growing independence through recognizing the steps you mapped out in your book. We need some quick education and coaching at this time.
We would also like to know if you have any info and resources on movement diseases (tardive dyskinisia) that are associated with antipsychotic drug treatment. Our daughter’s psychiatrist has tried several drugs that have not been helpful in controlling tics etc and have even had more unpleasant side effects. This issue has set our daughter back significantly in her management of her disease. She is too self conscious to go out and now her life is on hold
and all the plans that were coming to fruition.
If you would like more info regarding our daughter’s situation (if it would shed more light) I am willing to share.
Thank you for your time and the knowledge and experiences you have shared.
Erika