I work with organizations and individuals on aging, memory, and story.
Together, we design experiences that bring people closer.
Julie Watson, PhD
Media Psychologist
& Social Gerontologist
IT'S NICE TO MEET YOU
Hi! I'm Julie,
For 25 years, I’ve worked with people at the moments that matter. I design practical experiences that turn research into connection.
My early experiences shaped this path. I listened to my grandfather’s stories. I watched my grandmother find meaning in daily rituals. I even worked in a funeral home as a teen, where memory and emotion surfaced in every family conversation. Those moments taught me to listen closely and create with care.
Today, I design empathy experiences that use story, psychology, and the senses to help families and communities preserve memory and connect across generations.
I blend research and practice. Sensory storytelling. Human-centered design. Applied psychology. Together, these methods open space for connection, meaning, and imagination.
Through my studio, SenStoria, I’ve built programs like Objects of Meaning, The Empathy Experience, Character Clubs, and AgeLink. These projects explore how story and memory shape identity, how we relate across ages, and how we carry legacy forward.
I also lead the Immersive Experience Psychology (IXP) Lab. Our research in psychology and design informs the methods and tools I bring into programs and collaborations.
If you want to keep exploring these ideas, I share weekly reflections on memory, story, and connection on my substack, Storyfeeling.
OFFERINGS
Ways to Work Together
I design experiences and research that help people connect across generations and through life’s transitions. My work supports both organizations and individuals.
For Individuals & Communities
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The Inner Story Project
Discover and shape the personal stories that define your identity, purpose, and belonging. → Learn More -
The Legacy Story Project
Capture and preserve meaning that endures across generations through shared storytelling and memory.
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A Space to Remember
Create practices and places that keep memory alive in everyday life.
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Coaching & Facilitation
One-on-one or small group sessions focused on transitions, legacy projects, grief, or midlife reframe. Blending psychology, narrative practice, and creative tools. → Reach Out
For Organizations
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Age-Inclusive Service Audits
A clear review of your program, product, or service with practical recommendations for engaging older adults and reducing age bias. -
Rapid Research Studies
Short, focused studies on issues like digital loneliness, connection, or memory in care and cultural settings. Delivered with insights you can act on. -
Executive Workshops
Half- or full-day sessions for healthcare, education, and cultural leaders. Focused on empathy, design for aging, and intergenerational engagement. -
Applied Research Pilots
Collaborative projects that test new ideas in real-world settings. Outcomes include a final report, presentations, and next steps for scaling. .→ Let's Connect
Thought Leadership
Speaking & Training
Looking for a speaker who connects ideas to real human experiences? Let’s talk. I give keynotes and lead workshops that blend psychology, design, and lived experience.
Topics include:
- Storyfeeling: The Psychology of How We Remember
- Neuroaesthetics: The Art and Science of How We Feel
- Empathy by Design
- Generation Together: Designing Age-Inclusive Experiences
- Designing for Transitions
Every project begins with a conversation.
If you’re interested in exploring a collaboration, workshop, or coaching, complete the form below. I’ll reply within one business day.
Join me on Substack for stories and insights that explore how we remember, connect, and belong.
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