Hi, I'm Julia!

Senior Content Marketer, Writer & Editor Specializing in Diabetes & Healthcare
Children's Book Author
Certified in Health Coaching, Functional Nutrition, and Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

I'm passionate about supporting and advocating for people navigating neurodivergence, chronic illness, diabetes, and women’s health challenges.

I founded Chronically You, LLC because people are at the heart of everything I do. My mission is to give back and help individuals embrace what brings them joy, purpose, and fulfillment—chronically.

MY STORY

Chronically Climbing Blog

Changing the Name of Type 1 Diabetes Probably Won't Help You

Changing the name of type 1 diabetes probably won't help you. This post explains why it could do more harm than good for people living with all types of diabetes.

Julia Flaherty

May 174 min read

Food Isn't Just About Nutrition for People with Diabetes

For people with diabetes, food isn't simple. It's carb calculations, insulin dosing decisions, peer pressure, and stress rolled into our favorite foods.

Julia Flaherty

Mar 95 min read

Language Matters in Health Spaces

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from working in health spaces is this: Language matters. More than we think.

Julia Flaherty

Mar 22 min read

What the Movie "F*ck Valentine's Day" Gets Right and Wrong About Diabetes

We need to talk about what the movie "F*ck Valentine's Day gets right and wrong about diabetes because I cannot take another cheap shot at it from Hollywood. Ugh!

Julia Flaherty

Feb 253 min read

Why I Will Always Support Other Health Coaches

We become better health coaches when we lift each other up. Collaboration reflects the very heart of coaching! This is why I'll always support other health coaches. (And why you should, too.) Your clients and business will thank you!

Julia Flaherty

Feb 233 min read

Wisconsin's 2026 Insulin Copay Cap: Progress, Perspective, and the Work Ahead

Wisconsin lawmakers are once again considering insulin affordability legislation—this time in the form of a proposed insulin copay cap set to take effect in 2026 if passed. While the details differ, the core issue remains the same: how do we reduce the financial burden of insulin in a healthcare system that often leaves people navigating complexity alone?

Julia Flaherty

Feb 165 min read