About Me

Julia is a Mindfulness Teacher, a Certified Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher, Reflexologist and Nutritional Therapist. She is also currently studying a Masters in Mindfulness with Aberdeen University. Julia has been teaching about health and well-being since 2008 and is registered with BAMBA to teach the Mindfulness Based Living Course (MBLC), created by the Mindfulness Association. Julia delivers regular 8-week Mindfulness and Mindful Self Compassion courses to the general public as well as many different short courses (including adapted Mindfulness courses, the self-compassion for healthcare professionals programme and corporate resiliency training). She offers all these courses both online and in person in the Republic of Ireland. Additionally, Julia provides one-to-one support for individuals looking to deepen their Mindfulness and Self-Compassion practices. She also teaches health and well-being at the International Institute of Nutrition and Health (IINH).

Julia is deeply passionate about Mindfulness and Self Compassion and is committed to teaching these practical skills, believing they help people lead healthier, more balanced lives. She has been fortunate enough to train with Choden, Chris Germer and Kristin Neff and many other amazing teachers. Julia volunteers to lead free Global Meditations through the Centre for Mindful Self-Compassion (Circles of Practice - Public). Together with co-tutors, Orla Burchael and Jen Rowlands, she also facilitates monthly practice sessions for graduates of their Mindfulness and Self-Compassion programmes.

In 2008 a change of career was motivated by a period of ill health that stemmed from burning the candle at every possible end and from a lack of awareness about self-care. Julia's journey to health involved learning about the positive benefits of a regular mindfulness practice and good quality nutrition. These aspects were then enhanced by the addition of the 'heart centred' practices of self-compassion, gratitude and loving kindness. Embracing this new way of living has brought Julia many wonderful benefits and has had positive ripples in every aspect of her life, including her approach to being a mum of fun-filled and energetic 13-year-old twins!