Traveler Bio

Sveiks! Hello! My name is Julia and I am currently living in Riga, Latvia. I moved to Riga in early September after living in New York City for over a decade. I am an artist and art therapist. Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that combines creative arts with talk therapy to promote well-being.  I like to describe myself as a therapist that makes art and an artist that works in mental health. I went to the School of Visual Arts in New York City to become an art therapist.

After graduating with my Master's degree, I collected clinical hours and was fortunate to be awarded a U.S Fulbright Student Research grant to conduct art therapy research in Latvia. I have worked with children, adults, teens, and families in museum, educational, and private practice settings. I love to travel, explore new cultures and immerse myself in the communities where I am living. I am Latvian-American on my paternal side, so not only will I be able to share with you the work I am doing, but also the story of why this country is so special to my heart.

I'm so glad you'll be joining me! Let's go!