Dr. Julia Sen, Psychologist

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Dr. Julia Sen, Psychologist

Dr. Julia Sen is a Registered Psychologist with a focus on parenting. She has a virtual practice in Ontario.

Julia believes that psychotherapy is based on providing a warm, safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable expressing their emotions and needs. She has created various transformation programs to creatively unlock our innate wisdom and navigate life with greater ease and flow. With a special interest in parenting, fertility, and inner child work, Julia believes that anything is possible. Recently self proclaimed the Possibility Psychologist ™, Julia is on a mission to awaken the possibility within. Join the waitlist for Renewed Parent Sessions here: https://drjuliasen.activehosted.com/f/9

08/18/2025

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself - in parenting, your career, or your relationships... you’re not alone.Many of us weren’t raised to trust ourselves. We were taught to please, perform, and put others first so no one could question us.But when you’ve spent years making choices based on approval, reconnecting to what you really want can feel… unfamiliar 😳 This is for the brown women learning to come home to themselves. For those practicing the pause, listening in, and choosing what feels right - even if others don’t understand.She’s still there 💛And she’s ready for you to come back.I’ve got you and I believe in you.

08/14/2025

We’re so used to moving through the world in our various roles.

At work, you’re the one who has it handled, the calm in the chaos. At home, you’re the glue, making sure everyone else is okay.

Somewhere in between, the person playing all those roles starts to fade 😶‍🌫️

As brown women, many of us learned early how to perform and how to meet expectations. We learned how to stay two steps ahead hoping no one could say we weren’t enough.

But your worth was never meant to be measured by how much you do or how perfectly you hold it all together.

That’s exactly why I started The IBY (I Believe in You) League. We are a team of brown career-driven moms who are rising in our careers and raising unconditionally confident kids, without the hustle or the guilt 💁🏽‍♀️

We meet weekly to drop the masks, swap the “what will people say” pressure for real connection and kindness.

You’re not alone.

Come join our team - your seat is waiting. Click the link in my bio 🔗

I’ve got you and I believe in you.

08/11/2025

✅ The good daughter
✅ The good wife
✅ The good mom
✅ The good worker

You know, the one who doesn’t rock the boat. Who says yes even when she’s exhausted. Who doesn’t take up too much space.

I lived as her for way too long. Until I realized being “good” by other people’s standards meant being disconnected from any of my own needs.

🙅🏽‍♀️Which in the end didn’t help me or those I care for.

✨ You’re allowed to be more than just being liked.

✨ You’re allowed to want rest. Or messiness. Or space. Or boldness.

✨You’re allowed to re-write the script.

💭 What’s one rule about being “good” that you’re ready to let go of?

Let it out in the comments. Let’s rewrite the old rulebook together.

I’ve got you and I believe in you!

07/28/2025

You’re the dependable one, the capable one, the “she’s got it handled” one.

But behind the scenes? You're overwhelmed, frustrated, and wish others would take some initiative.

I don’t know who needs to hear this, but being strong all the time is exhausting.

You deserve space to be soft, unsure, even overwhelmed, without judgment.

🧡 Who in your life sees and prizes the full version of you — not just the polished one?

If you're craving space to be fully human (not just the roles you play), The IBY League is for you. Real women, real support. Link in bio.

07/24/2025

For me, it used to be easy. I used to play, dance, and daydream, just because I could.

But then life happened...work, kids, responsibilities.

And somewhere along the way, I started to believe creativity was a “nice-to-have” or something I’d do when everything else was in order.

But here’s the truth: Creativity isn’t extra 🙏🏽 It’s what keeps us human.

I’m grateful I re-discovered that part of me! I felt alive and connected again - not just to me but to my kids in new and really meaningful ways!

✨ What’s something small you used to love doing but haven’t made time for in ages?

Maybe it’s writing a poem. Or doodling in a notebook. Or just singing in the shower like no one’s listening.

Make space for it, even if it’s just for 10 minutes.

Let me know in the comments!

07/21/2025

That voice in your head, the one that says you’re behind, or not doing enough, or embarrassing yourself?

She’s not actually trying to sabotage you. She’s trying to protect you.

She was trained by fear, experience, and by cultural expectations.

But now that you’re grown, you get to choose something different.

You get to thank her for trying to help, and now not let her run the show.

💭 Next time your inner critic shows up, kindly ask: What are you afraid of?

Then comfort that part and set a limit like you would for your child.

If this resonates, drop a ❤️ below. Or share the last thing your inner critic said and let’s rewrite it together.

07/18/2025

27 years 🤩

This anniversary feels especially meaningful.
It’s easy to get swept up in the demands of career, family, and parenting. And sometimes, the relationship that started it all ends up in the background.

That’s been true for us. There were times that felt really rocky. Moments I wasn’t sure we were right for each other.

But here we are, 27 years in, on a jet ski, smiling. Still learning how to hold joy, frustration, and growth, together.

In the South Asian community, we’re often taught to keep the hard stuff quiet. To protect the image of a relationship, even if it means we struggle silently.

I’m here to break that pattern. Because love isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up, with honesty, care, and courage.

So today, I’m raising a glass (and a paddle) to 27 years with Larry. My safe space, my anchor, and the person I continue to grow with...as our journey continues! 💛

07/14/2025

I ask because I forgot that part of me even existed for a while.

Between work, mothering, caregiving, and trying to keep it all together, that carefree version of me got buried.

I remember being told growing up, “don’t be silly Julia”. So eventually, I quieted the loud laugh. The weird jokes. The wiggling in the kitchen.

But here’s the thing: being silly and joyful doesn’t make you less responsible. It just makes you more you.

💛 What’s one part of yourself you’ve muted to keep it together?

How can you let them out today, even just a little?

Drop it in the comments. Or DM me if it feels too tender to share publicly.

I’ve got you and I believe in you!

07/09/2025

It’s a busy summer for priyana 💫

After performing at Pride Toronto last month, she’s hitting the stage again — this time at brOWN//OUT, a celebration of q***r South Asian art and joy.

🗓️ Saturday, July 12
🕕 6–9:30 PM
📍 Lee Lifeson Art Park (Clamshell Stage)
🎟️ Free event

It’s very meaningful to see priyana find spaces that reflect and uplift all of who she is, and to see her shine in them!

If you’re free, try to come early, say hi, bring a blanket, and take in an evening of beautiful performances and community love. 💛

07/07/2025

I’ve been enjoying a little staycation this week. Slow mornings, time with family and friends, and a much-needed pause.

There was a time in my life when guilt would have crept in, making me feel like I needed to earn this rest or that I shouldn’t be resting at all.

But not this time. I finally learned how to let myself turn off while still being present with everyone!

As brown, career-driven moms, many of us carry the mindset of pushing through without rest, a mindset shaped by our families’ survival stories.

But rest doesn’t need to be earned. It’s not lazy or selfish. It’s care. It’s healing. It helps us show up fully, for ourselves and for those we love.

This week reminded me I deserve rest without guilt or explanation. And so do you.

If you needed a sign that it’s okay to pause — this is it. Sending love to anyone learning how to embrace rest without guilt 💗

07/01/2025

Today on Canada Day, I’m holding both joy and reflection.

I spent time this week out on the water at Frenchman’s Bay Marina in Pickering, soaking up the sun and flying across the lake on a jet ski, and I felt so alive.

I’m also grateful to be on this land, and mindful that Pickering is located on the Treaty and traditional territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Williams Treaties signatories of the Mississauga and Chippewa Nations.

As we celebrate today, may we also reflect on the full history of this land and commit to a future rooted in truth, care, and justice.

06/24/2025

Exciting news! 🙌🏽

My daughter priyana .music is performing at Toronto Pride on Saturday, June 28th at Church Street Public School (83 Alexander St, Toronto)! The event starts at 6pm and priyana will be on from 9:45-10pm!

For those who are new here, priyana is a singer-songwriter with an ethereal voice and a dreamy indie/folk-pop sound — and yes, she’s known for crocheting while singing on socials! 🧶🎶

If you’re in the city, come out and support her and other amazing LGBTQ+ artists.

It’s going to be a beautiful night of music, pride, and community. 💛🏳️‍🌈

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