JULIE NICOLE WALLACH

mother • speaker • author • coach

The Roots of Living Authentically

You are not a problem that needs to be solved. It’s a radical idea in our culture, challenging the values we innately hold that we must overcome all of our painful experiences so we can be “happy.”

Survivors of sexual violence deserve fulfilling intimate relationships. It’s possible to explore our sexuality without shame blocking our fulfillment.

Transparency is the strongest foundation we can build. Like the Glasswing butterfly who uses its magnificently transparent wings as its protection, the more transparent and vulnerable we are the greater capacity we have to nurture trusting and safe connections.

Our wholeness lies in our messiness. Our willingness to cultivate a life where discomfort, unease, and the unexpected are welcome visitors is essential to leading a rich life in relationship with our past experiences, no matter how traumatic.

There’s no such thing as life beyond trauma. We can heal deeply and still have post-traumatic flare-ups; knowing how to navigate those will support a wondrous, joyful life.

Effective, open communication requires a willingness to be real. As we heal the roots of our past, our present is filled with direct and simplified connections with ourselves and others.

Our wholeness lies in our messiness.

Through her storytelling and leadership, Julie transcends popular approaches to awareness, healing, and recovery in order to give the world an honest, practical, and actionable lens through which to tend meaningfully to the personal and institutional realities of complex trauma caused by sexual assault.

A leading member and spokesperson in the landmark $243.6 million lawsuit against UCLA for the sexual assault and abuse by gynecological oncologist Dr. James Heaps, Julie has addressed the California Senate and Judiciary Committee, counseled veterans through expressive writing workshops, and advocates nationally with partners like RAINN and Planned Parenthood. Working on scales large and small, Julie speaks globally to break the stigma of sexual assault and works privately to support individuals and groups through the the process of healing and change.

“The way we talk about healing as a culture is upside-down. Life is not destined to be lived in just two modes–either living in or beyond trauma–but as a lifelong negotiation that requires transparency, tenderness, and skills to reshape one’s life. We need to embrace the ripple effects of what we have endured and use that as a path to healing.”

Groups, Coaching & Facilitation

Julie brings her approach into intimate spaces as a skilled facilitator. As an expressive writing counselor, Julie pulls from a range of tools in order to guide her participants gently and mindfully into a sustainable relationship with their trauma and healing. She also works with small teams and organizations to evolve and elevate the way they approach all aspects of abuse and recovery.

Workshops for Organizations, Teams, and Institutions
Expressive Writing Groups
One-on-One Coaching through Expressive Writing

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Speaking & Advocacy

From private conferences and corporate retreats to public appearances and activism, Julie delivers a compelling message that challenges and reshapes the way we think about and tend to sexual assault and healing at the institutional, organizational, and personal levels.

Sexual Assault & Incest
Living With the Aftereffects of Trauma
Education and Institutional Change
Relationships, Communication and Connection

Transparency is the strongest foundation we can build.

Viewer Discretion Advised : TW Sexual Assault/Abuse

Throughout her career, Julie has spoken truth, however inconvenient, and been in deep service. From addressing the California State Senate to filing one of the earliest complaints in the landmark case against James Heaps and UCLA, Julie is an active member of her community and a compassionate leader for her clients and partnerships.

RAINN Speaker & Volunteer ◦ Planned Parenthood Activist ◦ CSUN Preschool Board of Directors ◦ Program Director, Compton College ◦ Published in Peer-Reviewed Journals ◦ Special Olympics Coach

TESTIMONIALS

“Julie is a captivating storyteller and a powerful patient advocate. Her bravery, passion, and resilience have been invaluable to building Planned Parenthood California Central Coast’s patient storytelling program. She has been an incredible partner in destigmatizing reproductive healthcare, empowering others in our community, and advocating for change with her exceptional public speaking skills. My team and I are grateful for her support and healing spirit.”

Christian Alonso

Director of Public Affairs

Planned Parenthood California Central Coast

“We are proud to have represented Julie in her landmark case against Dr. James Heaps and UCLA. She was exceptionally effective as a public speaker and advocate, appearing at press conferences, legislative hearings, and public events, speaking passionately on behalf of more than 200 of her fellow survivors.
Julie’s background gives her a unique perspective and connection with audiences who are interested in these important issues.”

Stewart Mollrich

Attorney

Manly, Stewart & Finaldi

“Julie provided expressive writing groups for clients with PTSD at Awakenings Treatment Center.
Julie’s groups provided guidance and emotional safety, allowing our clients an opportunity to dive deeply into their personal trauma histories, gaining further clarity, healing and resolution. Our clients consistently gave glowing feedback regarding their experiences with Julie personally and the nature of the therapeutic work. The support and healing that clients felt was frequently a topic of discussion in other, related groups.Julie is a sophisticated, safe and powerful guide for individuals seeking healing. I trust her with our most vulnerable clients and am always delighted to have done so.”

Shari Corbitt, Psy.D.

CEO/Founder Awakenings Treatment Center

“What can you really say? I wrote a book about my life and I tried to tell every horrible and buried secret. At some point a friend gave it to Jewels (that’s how I spell Julie’s name). She walked me through this.
She championed me. She cared for me. She made anything I’ve done possible.”

Mike Coulter

Client

“My experiences with Julie have been life-changing. The shell of a person I was before to the wholesome woman I have become today would never have been possible without my willingness to be guided by such a clear, harmonious, loving force as Julie. I am grateful for our paths to have crossed.”

Sarah Waterman

Client