Virtual Psychiatric Assessments across Ontario
Julia is a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in Nursing. Her clinical experience is diverse and she has a background in medical research and its applications. As a Nurse, Julia has worked in a range of specialties and has focused on the pediatric field for over 10 years.
For the past 4 years, Julia has worked as a Nurse Practitioner in mental health care and currently works in Psychiatry at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. For Dig a Little Deeper, also provides private services across Ontario, offering comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment for common mental health conditions. No referral is required.
Julia has a passion for providing caring and evidenced based mental health care for clients and families throughout the lifespan. She has conducted psychiatric consultations for many years and is committed to taking a comprehensive and holistic approach to care. Health equity and inclusiveness is a fundamental part of Julia’s values as a health care provider.
Throughout assessment, diagnosis and providing targeted treatment strategies, Julia aims to deliver patient-centred care and form therapeutic relationships. Her current clinical focus includes ADHD, depression and mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD and PTSD.
Education | Certifications
- Clinical Research Coordinator Certificate, Association of Clinical Research Professionals
- Advanced Venipuncture Diploma, Michener Institute
- Good Clinical Practice Certificate, Mount Sinai Hospital/UHN
- Master of Nursing/Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner, Ryerson University, (now Toronto Metropolitan University), 2020
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nipissing University, 2014
- Bachelor of Science, University of Toronto, 2007
Affiliations
- College of Nurses of Ontario license, 2014-present
- Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario member, 2020-present
- Registered Nurses Association of Ontario member, 2014-present
- Association of Clinical Research Professionals member, 2012-2019
Publications
Westland, M. A., Chan, H. J., Westland, J., Farquharson, J., Gionet, C., Manalo, M., & Abad, V. R. (2024). Chapter 20: Special Considerations for Childhood and Adolescent Populations. Marshall, B., Bliss, J., & Drake, S. (Nov. 2024). Psychiatric-Mental Health Guidelines for Advanced Practice Nurses. In Springer eBooks. https://doi.org/10.1891/9780826162298.0020a
