Julia holds two bachelor’s degrees from the University of British Columbia—one in Psychology and one in Nursing. She is a Registered Nurse (RN) in British Columbia and a Certified Holistic Nurse Coach through The Canadian Institute of Integrative Nursing Development & Education (TheCIINDE©).
Julia has more than a decade of experience as a nurse and healthcare leader across multiple health authorities in BC. During this time, she designed trauma-informed programs for people living with chronic conditions and contributed to research advancing pain care in Canada.
Through this experience she learned what truly resonates with people and what supports meaningful, lasting change. Julia brings these lessons into her coaching, blending personal lived experience, academic knowledge, and the insights gained from the patients she has had the honor of serving
Personal Journey
Living with chronic conditions since childhood, including migraines, Ehlers-Danlos, and autoimmune disorders, has profoundly shaped Julia’s understanding of the body and her approach to health and wellness. For years, Julia managed chronic pain, flare-ups, hospital visits, and the challenges of navigating the healthcare system. Over time, she learned how to care for her emotional well-being while meeting the demands of daily life.
Through this journey, Julia discovered that symptoms and stress are not flaws. They are messages from the body calling for attention, care, and transformation. These messages are often overlooked in our fast-paced lives. Today, in full remission, Julia’s mission is to help you listen to your body, honor your experiences, and cultivate resilience, confidence, and whole-person well-being.
Beyond Nursing
Julia is a wife, a mother of two wonderful children, and lives on a lively equestrian farm.
Her experiences caring for her family and training in natural horsemanship have given her a deep understanding of how nervous system regulation, compassion, and body awareness influence emotion, behavior, and motivation.
These insights are woven directly into her coaching, helping clients connect mind, body, and spirit in meaningful ways.
Certifications and Microcredentials
Julia hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of British Columbia. She has more than a decade of experience in nursing and healthcare leadership across multiple health authorities in British Columbia. During this time, she designed trauma-informed programs for people living with chronic conditions and contributed to research advancing pain care in Canada.
Through this experience, Julia has learned what truly resonates with people and what supports meaningful, lasting change.
Pain Reprocessing Therapy – Advanced Medical Training
Bodily Relearning
Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills
Decolonizing Mental Healthcare
Mindful Self Compassion Skills
CretifiedTrauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
Motivational Interviewing
Certified Holistic Nurse Coach and Consultant
The Coach Approach: Empowering Conversations
These skills allow Julia to tailor her approach to your unique needs, helping you integrate practices that support your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being while cultivating resilience, confidence, and balance in daily life.
Associations
Julia is a member of professional associations that support trauma-sensitive, evidence-based nursing care, mindfulness, and mind–body wellness. These affiliations reflect her commitment to ongoing learning, best practices, and compassionate, client-centered support for every healing journey.
