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Kathleen Murphy: Naturopath & Acupuncturist

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Kathleen Murphy: Naturopath & Acupuncturist

Clinical naturopath and acupuncturist, living and working on Bundjalung Country, in Northern NSW. I

I’m a naturopath and acupuncturist, based in leafy Lismore and working across the Northern Rivers Region. I have been in practice since 2009, with a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy and a Master of Applied Science in Acupuncture. I began my career working in a large acupuncture and naturopathy clinic in Brisbane’s CBD, before relocating to Sydney in 2012. At that time, I joined the team at Bourke Street Clinic, an integrative clinical environment where I worked alongside medical and allied health colleagues. I closed my books and took maternity leave following the birth of my daughter, to take some time for myself and my family, and to allow me to work on several big projects. This included the development and roll-out of MamaCare Health Services an in-home postpartum health program… a passion project of mine. I also used this time to focus on postgraduate study and complete my acupuncture qualification. I returned to practice with Dr Paulette Maroun and colleagues at Paradigm and Co, in Sydney’s CBD; an integrative medical collective and wonderful place to work. I also did home visits, all over Sydney, as part of MamaCare’s services. As for many people, 2020 has been a year of great upheaval, challenge and change. Mid-pandemic, my family and I relocated to Northern NSW, as part of my husband’s work with the National Centre of Naturopathic Medicine and here we have happily settled. I’m now working in Lismore and do home visits across Northern NSW. www.kathleenmurphy.com.au

DISCLAIMER
All of the information found on this page is for general use only. It is not intended to replace professional healthcare advice and should not be used to diagnose medical conditions or prescribe treatment.

12/11/2025

Earlier this year I completed training with the Microbiome Restoration Centre, to deepen my knowledge and understanding of digestive health and the microbiome.

As you may or may not know, naturopaths are notorious for their interest in gut health and paths of elimination 💩 but this really had me level up – a holistic and evidence-based dive into the most effective strategies for diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal disorders. Fascinating. And, more importantly, extremely clinically relevant. It has certainly enriched my practice, and I look forward to doing more training in this area, to continue building on the support I can offer patients.

❓️ Did you know that naturopaths and acupuncturists – like all health practitioners – are required to do CPD (continued professional development) every year, in order to maintain insurance (in the case of both naturopathy and acupuncture) and professional registration (in the case of acupuncture).

Each year, I have to complete at least 30 hours of CPD for naturopathy and at least 20 hours for acupuncture. This equates to a short course or a multi-day conference… though I always end up doing *well* above the required hours for both naturopathy and acupuncture, when I add in extra courses and training, peer/colleague case meetings, academic lecturing, professional mentoring etc. I think it’s so important to keep learning and growing... as both a human and a practitioner. Everyone benefits 🧡

03/11/2025

Welp we are racing towards the end of year, and I have only six weeks left of appointments, before taking a break over the summer hols / festive season. Time flies!

If you'd like to get in for a treatment, need a tune up, want to plan health goals into the new year, or just wanna say 'hi', I would recommend booking yourself in sooner rather than later to make sure you get a spot!

Book online (link in my profile) or call the clinic on 02 6628 0453 xox

I've got some exciting things brewing for the new year... and looking forward to sharing more about that soon 🥰I

08/10/2025

I love herbs... for all manner of medicinal and culinary uses!

🫚 This Gentian-Ginger combo is a classic herbal stimulant and support mix, which can help to kick start the processes of digestion (stimulating saliva production, gastric acid, and enzyme secretion) so that food can be more easily digested, all those valuable nutrients better absorbed, and then... waste effectively excreted. Just 10-20 drops of this bitter blend, 10-15 minutes before food, can make quite a difference. This morning, I'm making this dropper bottle up for a dear friend of mine who's doing a health reset for spring... but there are many instances where a herbal bitter tonic can be recommended.

🥬 While I'm at it, I'll also spruik the value of regularly featuring bitter foods in your diet for similar digestive benefit, together with the nutritional value they provide... things like: dandelion, rocket, endive, cress, mustard greens, radicchio etc... AND always making sure you're well hydrated!

🚫 As with any medicine, no one size fits all, so this combination and/or dose won't be appropriate for everyone. For example, Gentian isn't recommended in pregnancy, and alternatives than can be used - e.g. Globe Artichoke - may not be appropriate for folks with certain allergies. So, it's essential to check with a qualified herbalist / naturopath and/or clinician who's done additional training in herbal pharmacology before you take anything.

26/09/2025

A reminder that I run a low cost community acupuncture clinic every second Monday Northern Rivers Health - Alstonville, Goonellabah & Lennox Head (Goonellabah clinic). This is usually booked out well in advance, but we have quite a few spots available in the coming weeks.

Appointments are only $50 (less than half of a normal session) and can be claimed on private health, if you have extras coverage. Although the price is reduced, the quality of treatment is not! You still get a nourishing therapeutic treatment, just in a shared setting.

To book in, call the clinic on 02 6628 0453 or use the online booking calendar: https://alstonville-osteopathy.cliniko.com/bookings

12/06/2025

Here is your annual ❄️winter❄️ reminder to keep your neck warm and covered - especially when it's windy and especially when there's a dramatic drop in temperature (as we've had this past week).

Not only is it a vibe to keep cosy and warm - in Chinese medicine, it's an important lifestyle prescription.

At the back of your neck / shoulders are bilateral acupuncture points (BL12 - Fengmen) known as the Wind Gates which are entry points for cold and wind into the body (though, that whole area of the neck and upper back is susceptible). Keeping this area warm and covered will help to protect against 'wind invasion', which is tied to symptoms you'd see with a seasonal lurgy - chills, aches, fever, sore throat, runny nose, chesty cough etc.

Of course, there's more to staying well than wearing a scarf when it's cold and windy buuuuuut it certainly can help. Plus, it's cute! 🧣

11/02/2025

🛎 Update on my clinical availability and what’s on offer 🛎

🤎 MONDAY / WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY: Private Naturopathy and/or Acupuncture appointments. Come in for either naturopathic or acupuncture support... or both!... they combine extremely well, if I do say so myself. Holistic treatment and advice, tailored to your needs + herbal dispensary at hand to blend bespoke medicines 🌿🥰

📌 Community Acupuncture Clinic – this runs fortnightly, every second Monday. The community clinic offers half-price acupuncture in a shared setting (multiple treatment beds in the room) so you can get a nurturing therapeutic treatment at more accessible pricing.

🕒 I mostly work school hours, except for Wednesdays, when I have later appointments available. I sometimes come in for early morning appointments as needed, too - can be very flexible!

💻 Telehealth is also available for naturopathic appointments - for those who prefer to meet online rather than in person.

Love working with the wonderful ensemble cast of Northern Rivers Health - Alstonville, Goonellabah & Lennox Head and love supporting this beautiful community! 🧡

To book an appointment, you can call the clinic on 02 6628 0453 or use the online calendar via the link in my profile.

xoxo

16/12/2024

This time ten years ago, I was in Nicaragua with my fat little smiling baby, doing a course with Natural Doctors International. What a tiiiiime!

I loved that trip - a fantastic experience - and I also found it very challenging, as it was my first step back into clinical work after having a kid and I felt like my brain was mush. I'd lost a lot of confidence. Motherhood can really do a number on you. But, you know, I was incredibly lucky to even be in Nicaragua, and I was there to learn and be of service... so I dived in and did the best I could. And, turns out, my brain *did* work, and I *hadn't* forgotten everything. That was heartening!

During the trip, Mols and I stayed with our friend"s family (all of us on the course were billeted with locals), who helped care for the baby when I was in the clinic and also cooked such delicious meals that we shared. Plantains for daaaaaays. My favourite.

Anyway. I've had lots of fun and interesting and weird adventures over the years. Lots of unexpected ups and downs. Lotsa memories! But this one really makes me grin when I look back. Plus, just LOOK at the happy little chubs I was travelling with ! What a good egg xox

15/11/2024

📢 FOUR WEEKS 📢

When rebooking some folks yesterday, I realised that there are just four weeks left for naturopathic and/or acupuncture appointments this year. Time flies!

I'll be having three weeks off for school holidays / festive season, and then working just two days / week through January, until school goes back at the end of that month.

I have opened one community acupuncture session in Jan, but otherwise, it's all private appointments for that month. Normal programming will resume in Feb!

So, if you are due in for a checkup or treatment, and/or want to see me before the end of year, I'd encourage you to book in sooner rather than later to make sure you get a spot!

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612 Ballina Road
Goonellabah, NSW
2480

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm

Website

http://www.kathleenmurphy.com.au/

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I’m a naturopath and acupuncturist, based in leafy Lismore and working across the Northern Rivers Region. I have been in practice since 2009, with a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy and a Master of Applied Science in Acupuncture. I began my career working in a large acupuncture and naturopathy clinic in Brisbane’s CBD, before relocating to Sydney in 2012. At that time, I joined the team at Bourke Street Clinic, an integrative clinical environment where I worked alongside medical and allied health colleagues. I closed my books and took maternity leave following the birth of my daughter, to take some time for myself and my family, and to allow me to work on several big projects. This included the development and roll-out of MamaCare Health Services an in-home postpartum health program… a passion project of mine. I also used this time to focus on postgraduate study and complete my acupuncture qualification. I returned to practice with Dr Paulette Maroun and colleagues at Paradigm and Co, in Sydney’s CBD; an integrative medical collective and wonderful place to work. I also did home visits, all over Sydney, as part of MamaCare’s services. As for many people, 2020 has been a year of great upheaval, challenge and change. Mid-pandemic, my family and I relocated to Northern NSW, as part of my husband’s work with the National Centre of Naturopathic Medicine and here we have happily settled. I’m now working from Lismore Birth House and will be doing home visits again soon, across the region. www.kathleenmurphy.com.au

DISCLAIMER All of the information found on this page is for general use only. It is not intended to replace professional healthcare advice and should not be used to diagnose medical conditions or prescribe treatment.