Bonjour. I’m really glad you’re here.

I’m Julie, and my work is rooted in helping people come back into a safer, more trusting relationship with their bodies. Through body-led, trauma-aware movement and nervous system–informed practices, I support people in slowing down, listening inward, and moving in ways that feel supportive rather than demanding.

My path into this work didn’t begin with a desire to fix bodies. It began with curiosity, lived experience, and a deep respect for how intelligent and adaptive the body truly is.

How this work found me

I’ve always been drawn to the body as something dynamic, responsive, and deeply wise. As a competitive swimmer, I spent years navigating injuries and learning firsthand what it feels like to push through pain and expectation. When surgery was presented as the next step for my shoulders, I chose instead to explore other possibilities.

Growing up with a naturopath father opened the door to approaches that emphasized listening, support, and trust in the body’s ability to adapt. I found my way into acupuncture, yoga, and the study of movement, not as a means to optimize myself, but to understand how the body responds when it feels supported rather than overridden.

That curiosity never left. More than two decades later, I’m still learning from the body every day, my own and those of the people I work with.

What guides my work now

Over the years, I’ve seen how often people blame themselves for pain, tension, or feeling “stuck,” when their bodies have simply been doing their best to protect them. My work has evolved into creating spaces where there is no pressure to perform, fix, or push through.

I believe healing and change happen through safety, curiosity, and relationship. Movement, when approached gently and with respect, can become a way to build capacity, soften long-held patterns, and reconnect with the body as an ally.

A little more about me

Outside of this work, travel has always been a source of grounding and perspective for me. I grew up exploring new places and cultures, and that sense of curiosity about the world still shapes how I move through life. These days, I’m grateful to share that love of travel, learning, and adventure with my three energetic kids, even if I still firmly draw the line at cold destinations.