About me
Julie A. Christiansen, M.A. is an award-winning psychotherapist, executive coach, bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker specializing in emotional regulation, mental wellness, and personal transformation. With over 30 years of experience, she is the creator of the evidence-based Anger Solutions® method and the founder of Leverage U, a dynamic personal and professional development company.Julie has authored 17 nonfiction books, including the acclaimed The Rise of Rage, and her work has been featured in national media for its insight into trauma, anger resolution, and emotional mastery. In addition to her nonfiction work, Julie also writes romance and women’s fiction under the pseudonym Jaycee Ryan, blending her psychological expertise with heartfelt storytelling to reach an even broader audience.Whether on stage, in print, or in the therapy room, Julie is known for inspiring radical, positive, lasting change through her relatable, story-driven style and practical, empowering strategies.