SHARING THE MESSY + MINDFUL
GROUNDED WOO FOR NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALING
Welcome to my blog! This is a space where I share what I’ve learned (and am still learning) about healing from trauma, breaking cycles, and reconnecting with your truest self. I’m a yoga teacher, reiki practitioner, and content creator – but most importantly, I’m someone who’s walked through trauma and is figuring out how to live fully while honoring my healing journey.
Here you’ll find tools, stories, and practices that have helped me bring more calm, clarity, and joy into the chaos of everyday life. Think: nervous system resets, inner child work, energy healing and honest conversations about growth and transformation.
My hope is that when you land here, you feel a little less alone and a little more supported as you navigate your own path toward healing and wholeness.
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How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in San Diego | A Family Guide
This year, because it was our last Christmas in San Diego before moving to Virginia Beach for…
MOTHERHOOD HOME + HEALING NEWSLETTER
No gatekeeping here, Mama.
I’m just sharing what’s helped me along the way – the tools I wish I had when I felt stuck in survival mode.
Together, we get to break cycles, heal old wounds, and show up as the women (and moms) we’ve always wanted to be.
Whether you’re brand new to healing or already deep in the work, you’re right where you’re meant to be.
Sign up to grab my free Motherhood, Home + Healing PDF bundle – simple practices to calm your nervous system, find balance in the chaos, and come back home to yourself.
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Where to Stay in Kitty Hawk Outer Banks + Things To Do at the Outer Banks
Summer may be long gone, but that doesn’t mean the fun family vacations have to be! My family + I love beach vacations no matter the time of the year. (Maybe that’s why we were meant to be a California family?) This Fall we wanted to take one last road trip to the Outer Banks…
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The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For The Kids in Your Life
Whether you are someone who starts celebrating Christmas the second the clock strikes midnight November 1st OR you wait till Thanksgiving is over… It’s about time to think about presents! When you’re a parent to a little one, presents can seem like the hardest thing to buy. You don’t want to clutter your home with…
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Boho San Diego Elopement During Golden Hour | Destination Photographer
This San Diego elopement was so fun to capture, and I can’t wait to share it with you guys! Karli + Steve are such an in love couple. Their love story is so frickin cute! If you’re here for inspiration for your San Diego elopement, this blog is packed full of inspiration! I also have…
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All About Your San Diego Elopement Photographer – Catherine Julia
Hey there! I’m Katie, the face (and camera) behind Catherine Julia Art + Wellness. I’ve been on a wonderful journey called life and I’d love to share a little more of that with you! I’m called many names, but I’m sure you’re here to learn more about this San Diego elopement photographer above all others.…
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CONTENT CREATION + ELOPEMENTS
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Elopement To-Do List: Must-Have Tips for Your Intimate Wedding + La Jolla Elopement Pictures
When it comes to elopements, the magic is in the…
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Home Health : How to Create a Calm Environment at Home
Creating a home and space I truly love has been…
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San Diego Courthouse Elopement Guide: Breaking Tradition
Dear adventurous couple about to embark on the journey of…
CATHERINE JULIA
I’m Katie – a yoga teacher, reiki practitioner, content creator and mama of 3 in San Diego.
This little corner of the internet is where I share the tools, stories, and practices that have helped me
heal, break cycles and reconnect with who I truly am.
Think of it as one survivor passing along what’s actually worked – no perfection, no gatekeeping, just honest support and real-life healing.
