Meet Julie Murphy: Double Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner

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Double board-certified · 18 years in primary care · Medical management of hormone therapy, weight loss & mental health for women 18+.

I’m Julie Murphy, and I am a double board‑certified Nurse Practitioner in Family Medicine and Psychiatric Mental Health (ANCC). I am also a Menopause Society Certified Provider (MSCP), specializing in the complex hormonal transitions of midlife.

My career began at the bedside as an RN in ICU, ER, and med‑surg units, where I cared for patients through some of their most vulnerable moments—including women recovering from cancer surgery and survivors of sexual assault as a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner. Those early experiences shaped my commitment to compassionate, evidence‑based care.

For the past 18 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner, I’ve worked in diverse settings—from an Allergy/Immunology clinic in New York City to a rural medical clinic serving a wide range of medical needs. My primary care background spans allergy and immunology, dermatologic (skin) conditions such as rosacea, melasma, fine lines, and eczema, and endocrinology, including diabetes, thyroid dysfunction, and obesity. I’ve seen firsthand how hormonal shifts influence everything from food sensitivities and histamine intolerance to weight gain, insulin resistance, and emerging mental health concerns.

Over the last 8 years, I’ve focused on psychiatric care in New Mexico, treating anxiety, ADHD, depression, and PMDD, where I’ve witnessed how midlife stressors and hormonal changes deeply affect emotional well‑being. This work has strengthened my belief that physical and mental health are inseparable—especially during perimenopause, menopause, and andropause.

My most recent professional passion has been advanced training in hormone therapy. I prescribe bioidentical hormones and testosterone tailored to each woman’s full symptom picture—including low libido, hot flashes, sleep disturbance, mood changes, and brain fog. After personally struggling to find informed, effective care during my own perimenopause journey, I became determined to fill the knowledge gap that so many patients encounter. That experience fuels my mission: to help women and men navigate midlife with clarity, confidence, and the right support.

Where I Studied:

BA, Psychology – UC Santa Barbara 1999
BS, Nursing (RN) – Columbia University School of Nursing, 2003
Family Nurse Practitioner – Columbia University School of Nursing, 2008
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – University of New Mexico College of Nursing, 2019

Where I have Worked:

Healing in NM – Founder & Nurse Practitioner, 2025–present
Indian Health Service, Gallup Indian Medical Center – FNP / PMHNP, Family Medicine & Integrated Mental Health, 2015–present
University of New Mexico College of Nursing – Adjunct Faculty & PMHNP Clinical Preceptor, 2021–2025
Advanced Allergy Asthma & Sinusitis – Family Nurse Practitioner, 2013–2015
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Murray Hill – Nurse Practitioner, 2008–2013
Terence Cardinal Cooke Health Care Center – Family Nurse Practitioner, outpatient gynecology for the Developmental Disabilities Clinic, 2009–2011
Beth Israel Mt. Sinai Medical Center – Registered Nurse, 2004–2009
Falcone Institute – Psychoeducational Coach for youth with ADHD, autism, and learning challenges, 2000–2003

Certificates

Women’s Hormone Therapy Specialist, Academy for Advanced Women’s Health Medicine (2026)

Heather Hirsch Academy Providers Course Certificate

Menopause Society Certified Provider, (NAMS)

Clinical Weight Management Certification Program, A4M

Perimenopause Provider Certificate, PERRY Academy

ADHD Provider Certificate, PESI

Reiki Level I

SAFE Certified Provider

American College of Allergy Asthma & Immunology Nurse, Certificate

Certificate in Energy Medicine

Clinical Nurse Educator Program, LSU

Teaching:

Past Adjunct Faculty University of New Mexico College of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program Preceptor (2021–2025)

Speaking & Education:

Teaching is still one of my favorite parts of this work. I’m available as a guest expert for coaching programs, professional organizations, workplace wellness teams, and educational events. Most midlife programs cover hormones or mental health. I teach how they work together, the piece most audiences are missing.

Popular topics:

Perimenopause and the brain: brain fog, anxiety, mood, and ADHD in midlife
Hormonal or psychiatric? How to tell, and what to do when it’s both
PMDD and hormone-sensitive mood across the lifespan
Evidence-based menopause care: sorting fact from conflicting advice

Guest expert sessions, live Q&A, workshops, webinars, and keynotes, virtual or in person. Inquire about speaking for rates and availability.

My Approach

I am passionate about guiding people through the hormonal, metabolic, and emotional shifts that occur throughout life. My goal is to help you reconnect with the strongest, most aligned version of yourself. Together, we’ll use thoughtful evaluation, targeted testing, and personalized treatment strategies to restore balance and support your long‑term well‑being.

What Patients Are Saying

Julie brings deep knowledge and genuine passion to women’s health, with an evidence-based, holistic, and person-centered approach drawn from her experience as both a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health provider.
— Sharon I., Google review

I trust Julie’s extensive medical background and her commitment to staying current with the latest research. She walked me through the pros and cons of HRT so I could make an informed decision.
— Marlena H., Google review

I came to Julie with a question neither my gynecologist nor my therapist could answer and found so much support in Julie’s thoughtful approach. She’s obviously very educated on women’s changing hormones and asked important questions, connecting dots that neither of my other doctors considered. She casually educated me along the way on how brains, supplements and hormones work together, always being clear and supportive. I left our session with a 30 and 90 day plan not only for what to add to my routine but also how to determine if the changes were helping. Following our session she emailed me a few articles pertaining to my questions and a concise action plan so I had an easy record of all of her recommendations. I really enjoyed working with Julie and will definitely follow up with her to continue working on my wellness plan together.
— KM, Google review

Julie is a wonderful, knowledgeable, and dedicated provider. I love that she’s certified by the Menopause Society and stays very up to date on the evidence. She takes a careful, stepwise approach to HRT to ensure appropriate dosing. She has given me a wealth of information about various aspects of my health and perimenopause journey, often goes over our scheduled appointment time if needed, and quickly responds to my questions and concerns (which are many!) in between appointments through the portal. Her additional app also has so much I’m trying to take advantage of. I highly recommend Healing in NM for your midlife women’s healthcare needs.
— I, Google review

I have finally found a provider who truly understands and meets my needs. Julie Murphy listens with genuine care and understands women’s needs in a way that is both thoughtful and compassionate. She responds with wisdom, concern, and a level of understanding that makes me feel heard and cared for. I’m incredibly grateful to have found her and highly recommend her to other women looking for a provider who truly listens and understands.
— AW, Google review

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