
38 years
Psychologist & Author at Mind Elevate
Julia Spencer believes that a sharper mind starts with a healthier mindset. She is a licensed psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Julia has spent a lot of time helping people change how they think, focus, and live.
At Mind Elevate, Julia wears many hats: expert curator, writer, and a voice for users who are looking for better brain health.
Julia has authored numerous articles and papers about the dynamic relationship between the mind and the brain. Her work spans topics such as:
Mind Wellness Program: A guided collection of practices within Mind Elevate that help users cultivate sustainable mental clarity, focus, and resilience.
Blog: Julia is editor and author of the app’s blog. She makes complex brain science relatable through fresh, interesting articles on cognitive well-being.
Julia’s writing is often described as warm, empowering, and refreshingly practical. Through her articles, programs, and talks, she’s helped thousands of Mind Elevate users develop more mindful, focused, and resilient minds.

Psychology
Constant surveillance seems to be common nowadays, but not everyone understands this statement the same way. While most of us can be just a bit annoyed by cameras and attention by social media, there are some people who feel this fear constantly and intensively.
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Psychology
Scolionophobia is different is a stubborn, chest-tight kind of fear of school that doesn’t fade after a pep talk or a day off. Stomachs ache, tears, bargaining, and so on. Parents feel stuck between compassion and attendance policies.
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Psychology
Costumes, candy, and spooky decorations: how most people see Halloween. But there are exceptions when the thought of October 31 brings real fear. It is known as samhainophobia: the fear of Halloween.
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