ABOUT ME
Hello! and Welcome. I'm Julia.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario. I provide individual therapy and psychodiagnostic assessment to older adolescents and adults, with a particular focus on emerging adults - a population navigating a period of significant growth, transition, and possibility.
My interest in working with emerging adults began during my doctoral training, where I focused on this population and the unique opportunities and challenges that come with this stage of life. This experience sparked a lasting passion for helping people navigate the transitions that shape their lives.
My journey to becoming a psychologist has taken me through several important transitions - from Dalhousie University in Halifax to The New School for Social Research in New York City and ultimately, to OISE/University of Toronto,
Throughout my clinical training I’ve had the privilege of working with adolescents and adults across diverse settings, including The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre (where I completed my pre-doctoral internship), Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, Markham Stouffville Hospital, OISE Psychology Clinic, and in private practice in Toronto.
Outside of work I enjoy cooking, traveling, canoe trips, and spending time in nature.
where I earned my doctoral degree in Clinical and Counselling Psychology.
my approach
As a therapist, I value being real. My style is warm, authentic, and collaborative. I place a strong emphasis on the relationship between therapist and client, which I believe is fundamental to meaningful change. Together, we identify your strengths and find ways to draw on them - not only in therapy, but also in the real world.
I help clients make sense of their experiences, understand themselves more deeply, and build lives that feel more authentic and aligned with what they value. I aim to create a space where you can be honest about what’s going on, without judgment or pressure to have it all figured out.
My approach is integrative and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and skills from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). This allows me to tailor therapy to your unique needs and adapt our work as those needs evolve.
who i work with
Whether you’re starting college or university, figuring out your patterns in relationships, preparing to become a new parent, or considering a career change, you may want support to understand yourself better and overcome any roadblocks that are getting in your way.
I am deeply committed to helping older adolescents and adults overcome a wide range of challenges, including:
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anxiety (generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, specific phobias)
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life transitions (including transitions to college/university, adulthood or parenthood)
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relationship issues/transitions
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depression or low mood
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obsessive compulsive disorder
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body image concerns
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work-related issues
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low self-esteem
I also have a special interest in working with young professionals and entrepreneurs.