Therapy that

feels different

A space to heal, grow, and create.

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Limited spots now available.

Sessions are available online and in Melbourne (Northcote & Preston)

  • Feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck

  • Have experienced trauma or emotional wounding

  • Feel creatively blocked or disconnected from your body

  • Crave deeper self-understanding, safety, or softness

  • Are ready to explore therapy that includes your whole self

  • Tried talk therapy, but want something deeper and more embodied

This space is for you if you:

From Disconnection To Embodiment

Maybe you’ve tried talk therapy. Maybe you’ve journaled, meditated, done all the “right” things — and still feel like something’s missing.

You’re not broken. You’re not alone. What feels like a block is often just a doorway waiting for a different key.

At Reconnect Space, I offer 1:1 therapy that helps you get out of your head and back into your body — so you can release what’s been held, build capacity in your nervous system, and reconnect with your innate wisdom.

Sessions are personalised and experiential. I draw from multiple modalities, adapting to meet you right where you are.

What sessions feel like

Each session is shaped around where you’re at and what you need. Some days we start with a gentle check-in or creative warm-up. Other times, we dive straight into the body.

Together, we might explore through artmaking, mindfulness, somatic tools, or guided reflection — always at your pace. Sessions often close with grounding and space to integrate what’s surfaced.

Curious how it works?

You’re welcome to book a free 15-minute call to ask questions and see if it feels like the right fit.

How I work

My approach is integrative, experiential, and guided by what you need in the moment. I blend several evidence-informed therapies including:

  • Creative Arts Therapy offers a way to explore what words can’t always express. Using art, movement, sound, and imagery, we access deeper layers of your experience in a gentle, paced way. You don’t need to be ‘creative’ or have any artistic skill. This work is about expression over perfection, and finding insight, relief, and meaning through the creative process.

  • Somatic therapy invites you to tune into the wisdom of your body. Rather than focusing only on thoughts or stories, we explore sensations, emotions, and patterns held in the body. This can bring deep relief, clarity, and grounding. I often draw from Hakomi Therapy — a mindfulness-based somatic approach that gently uncovers core beliefs and helps shift long-held patterns with compassion and care.

Start your therapy journey in 3 simple steps

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    1. Book your free 15-minute call

    You’ll speak directly with Julia to chat about your needs, ask questions, and see if it feels like a good fit — no pressure, no strings attached. Book call.

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    2. Complete your intake form

    You’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your background and intentions. This helps me tailor the work to your unique journey.

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    3. Begin your sessions

    We’ll choose a time that works for you, and you’re all set to begin. One step at a time — at your pace, in your way.

Not sure if it’s the right fit?

Let’s chat — no pressure, just a gentle first step.

Book your free 15-minute call with Julia below.

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Meet Julia

I’m a registered Art and Somatic Therapist based in Melbourne, and the founder of Reconnect Space.

My work blends somatic, creative, and trauma-informed practices adapted to meet you where you’re at.

The story behind Reconnect Space

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I am a Certified Practising Member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), Membership No. 32310.

Stories of transformation

“Julia was attentive and intuitive in helping me navigate choppy waters, helping me back to myself.”

Personal Therapy Client

“Julia is a wonderful and skilled practitioner who gently guided me through the therapeutic journey from grief to hope. I’ve gone from just hanging in there to really enjoying my life again.”

Personal Therapy Client

“I have worked with many therapists and Julia’s presence and genuine care and compassion is a very rare and beautifully supportive thing. In my sessions with her, there is a safety that she creates that makes me feel like I can just let go, and that she can hold whatever comes up. I highly recommend her for psychotherapy and am very grateful to have the opportunity to be supported by her.”

Tori, Personal Therapy

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Ready to reconnect?

Let’s talk. Book your free 15-minute call to explore what’s possible.

A limited number of reduced-fee spaces are available.

Book your free intro call above to learn more.

FAQs

  • You do not need to have any prior experience in making art or be an artist to benefit from these sessions. In fact, art therapy is specifically designed to be accessible to individuals of all skill levels, regardless of their artistic abilities.

    It focuses on the process of creation rather than the final product, placing emphasis on the therapeutic benefits that arise from engaging in the art-making process. So, whether you consider yourself an artist or have never picked up a paintbrush before, therapeutic art-making can be a valuable and transformative experience.

  • Each session is shaped around where you’re at and what you need. Some days we start with a gentle check-in or creative warm-up. Other times, we dive straight into the body.

    Together, we might explore through artmaking, mindfulness, somatic tools, or guided reflection — always at your pace. Sessions often close with grounding and space to integrate what’s surfaced.

    Curious how it works?

    You’re welcome to book a free 15-minute call to ask questions and see if it feels like the right fit.

  • For in-person sessions, all art materials are provided.

    For online sessions, you'll need a sketchbook (ideally A4 or A3) and basic art supplies, pick 2-3 options from the list to get started.

    • Coloured pencils

    • Coloured Markers or felt tip pens

    • Watercolours & brushes

    • Pastels (oil or chalk)

    • Acrylic paint

    • Collage materials (old magazines and glue)

    • Playdough or clay

    Art therapy is a creative process in which we can use the more traditional art materials you can see above or we might also use things like old tea boxes from your recycling or some natural objects collected from outside.

  • My sessions are therapeutic and evidence-informed, but they may not be the right fit for everyone. They are not a substitute for crisis care, psychiatric treatment, or medical advice. If you're experiencing acute or severe mental health challenges (such as active suicidal ideation, psychosis, or substance dependency), I encourage you to seek support from a specialist service or crisis team.

    My work is best suited for individuals who are stable enough to explore their inner world with curiosity, and who are looking to deepen self-awareness, regulation, and emotional processing in a supportive space.

    Need Immediate Support?

    If you are in crisis or need urgent help, please contact:

  • Sessions are offered in Melbourne’s inner north. I practice from two spaces:

    • Northcote - Inside This River. 74 (Rear) Victoria Road, Northcote, VIC 3070

    • Preston - Speakeasy Studio. 155 Plenty Road, Preston, VIC 3072

    Alternatively, telehealth online therapy is also available.

    If joining remotely, please ensure you’re in a quiet, private space where you can feel comfortable and undisturbed.

  • I offer 60-90 minute sessions, with pricing discussed during our intro call.

    A limited number of reduced-fee spaces are also available.

  • Yes, I’m happy to work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.

    While I’m not currently an NDIS-registered provider, many participants are still able to access my services through their self-managed or plan-managed plans. At this stage, I’m unable to work with NDIA-managed plans.

    If you’re unsure whether your plan can cover sessions, I recommend checking with your plan manager or support coordinator before getting started. They can confirm whether the service is suitable for your plan.

    Sessions are typically claimed under:
    Improved Daily Living (Capacity Building).

  • Life can sometimes get in the way and you can cancel/rebook your session without a cancellation fee up to 24 hours before your booking. We can offer your timeslot to someone else if we have some extra notice :)

    If you cancel within 24 hours of the session, the full price will be charged.

  • These are some of the key qualifications that support my work, alongside many other workshops, trainings, and personal experiences that continue to deepen my approach.

    • Bachelor of Arts Therapy – IKON Institute of Australia (Melbourne)

    • Hakomi Graduate - 400-hour mindfulness-based and somatic psychotherapy training, Hakomi Institute

    • Somatic Embodiment & Regulation Strategies – with Linda Thai (trauma educator, assistant to Dr. Bessel van der Kolk)

    • Basics of CBT: Essentials I - Beck Institute

    • Rite of Passage Leadership Training (Level 1) – Rites of Passage Institute

    • Meditation Teacher Certification – 80-hour program, Sydney Institute of Meditation

    • Bachelor of Arts (First Class Honours) – Music Production, UCLAN (UK)