Julie Hurley is a recovery consultant with a remarkable 27 years of volunteer service in the recovery field, complemented by over 25 years of professional experience in restaurant management, corporate training, business administration as an owner. Currently completing a bachelor’s degree in social work, Julie is intentionally redirecting her career to her life’s work of recovery and healing. She brings a unique blend of strategic leadership and compassionate care to her role, grounded in both professional expertise and personal passion.
Her business background has equipped her with strong organizational, communication, and coaching skills—essential tools for navigating complex systems and supporting individuals through transformative change. Julie’s ability to lead teams, develop training programs, and manage operations translates seamlessly into her work with clients, where she offers structured, empathetic, and goal-oriented guidance.
Julie’s dedication to the recovery community is deeply personal. She has firsthand experience navigating treatment and recovery for adolescent mental health, which has given her profound empathy and insight into the challenges faced by young people and their families. This lived experience fuels her passion for advocacy and drives her commitment to creating safe, supportive pathways to healing.
Throughout her career, Julie has collaborated with a wide range of organizations, offering compassionate support and resourcing to those in need. As an intern, she is eager to apply her knowledge in a professional setting while continuing to grow under the mentorship of experienced recovery consultants. She listens deeply, consults strategically, and advocates fiercely for the best possible next step in an individual’s recovery journey.
