Dr. Julie Bajic Smith is a registered psychologist who has over 15 years clinical experience in aged care. Julie is a board approved psychology supervisor and she regularly delivers clinical supervision to intern psychologists and other mental health
professionals. Julie is also an experienced researcher and writer. Her doctorate
research examined wellbeing in home care workers and postdoctoral research focused on supported decision-making in dementia. She has significant experience in assessment and the application of psychological treatments to older adults and recently published a book on enhancing emotional wellbeing in residential aged care environments. Julie has developed several preventative psychological group programs for older adults entering residential care which won Positive Living in Aged Care Awards.