Aware & Aligned
Therapy designed to help you cultivate awareness, and align with your true self
Who is Aware & Aligned?
Hi, I'm Julia Telford
A Registered Psychotherapist and the founder of Aware & Aligned Psychotherapy and Counselling. I've spent the last decade supporting people through life's challenges, beginning as a crisis line volunteer and later working in addiction treatment for eight years. Today, I provide individual psychotherapy and counselling, and feel deeply grateful to be part of my clients' healing journeys.
I aim to create a therapy space that feels genuine, supportive, and human. I believe healing and growth happen when we feel safe enough to show up as we are—without needing to have it all figured out.
My style is warm, relational, and collaborative. I'm not interested in sitting back and silently nodding; I value being present, engaged, and walking alongside my clients as they navigate life's challenges. Together, we'll explore patterns, make sense of your experiences, and develop a deeper connection with yourself.
Whether you're working through anxiety, relationships, self-worth, or a major life transition, my goal is to help you approach yourself with greater compassion, live more authentically, and move toward the life you want to create.
Credentials:
Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology (2023)
Honours B.A. in Psychology (2015)
CRPO Registration Number: 13091
CCPA Professional Memeber: 11245252
Just for fun
Hobbies?
Painting, biking, thrifting,, reading, being with friends, and anything outside
Ideal vacation?
Backpacking anywhere new. Give me history, culture, and all the new foods!
Biggest pet peeve?
Careless drivers, and littering!
Favourite quote?
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Big dreams?
Already living it!! But also owning a sail boat and opening an animal sanctuary
Training Highlights:
Brainspotting (Phase 1) - Brainspotting Canada Association (2024)
Clinical Applications of Internal Family Systems Therapy – PESI (2023)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Activating Psychological Flexibility for Anxiety, Trauma, and Emotional Dysregulation – PESI (2023)
Eating Disorder Sensitive: Education for Mental Health Care Providers – Body Peace Collaborative (2023)
Somatic Psychotherapy Skills to Bring the Body into Trauma Treatment – PESI (2023)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy – ACT Intensive – PESI (2023)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Certification – PESI (2023)
Working with the LGBTQ+ Community in a Clinical Setting – Trans Atlantic Training (2022)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training – (ASIST, 2021, 2019, 2016)
De-Escalating Potentially Violent Situations – (Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute, 2020)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy – Dr. Gordana Eljdupovic (2016)
Rates for service
Psychotherapy & Counselling
This is designated for individuals to process and explore their thoughts, emotions, and past experiences. Typically, sessions are weekly or bi-weekly.
50 mins | $155 | Get started
75 mins | $225 | Get started
Want to get started?Have questions?
It can be hard starting therapy and we want to make it as smooth and easy as possible. Feel free to reach out at anytime with any questions!