In 2008, Julia graduated from St. Francis Xavier University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Kinetics. For the next three years, she worked as a kinesiologist/program coordinator in a multi-disciplinary physiotherapy clinic. Furthering her education, she graduated from Scotland's Glasgow Caledonia University in 2014, where she attained a Master’s of Science degree in Physiotherapy. Since the birth of her daughter, she has taken a strong interest in women's health with plans to further her education in this area. Julia strongly believes in patient education, individual treatment programs and empowering the patient to take an active part in their rehabilitation.

Julia is originally from Cape Breton and moved to Halifax in 2014. She is a regular competitor in triathlons and road races and is currently training for an ultramarathon.