Resources

Our favorite resources and books to empower your own health journey.

Estrogen Matters

Estrogen Matters is deeply aligned with the work I do because it challenges one of the most persistent and harmful narratives in women’s health—that hormone replacement therapy is inherently dangerous. The book takes a careful, evidence-based look at the data and highlights how misinterpretation of large studies led to decades of fear and under-treatment for women in midlife . In my practice, I see every day how impactful appropriate hormone support can be—not just for symptom relief, but for long-term brain, bone, and cardiovascular health. This book reinforces the importance of looking at the full picture, questioning outdated dogma, and empowering women with accurate information so they can make informed decisions about their health.

The Body Keeps the Score

The Body Keeps the Score has been incredibly meaningful to my work because it so clearly illustrates something I see every day in practice (and have experienced personally in my own health journey)—that our bodies hold onto experiences in ways that go far beyond what we consciously remember. It reinforces the idea that symptoms aren’t just physical or just emotional; they’re often deeply interconnected through the nervous system. This book helped bring more awareness to how trauma can shape physiology, behavior, and long-term health, and why healing has to involve more than just talk therapy—it has to include the body. 

In my work, this translates into a more integrative approach—supporting patients not just biochemically, but also in regulating their nervous system and reconnecting with their bodies in a way that actually allows for true healing.

Why You Are Still Sick

Why You Are Still Sick is meaningful to my work because it speaks directly to something I see every day—patients who have been through countless treatments, medications, or even “natural” protocols, yet still don’t feel well. The core message—that symptoms are not random and that the body is responding to underlying triggers, often related to immune dysfunction or chronic infections—aligns closely with how I approach complex cases. It reinforces the importance of asking deeper questions, looking at the full picture, and recognizing that true healing doesn’t come from chasing symptoms, but from understanding why the body is struggling in the first place. This perspective is foundational to how I work with patients—especially those who have been told everything is “normal,” yet know something is still off.  I found this book very helpful in supporting my son’s health struggle with PANS/PANDAS.

The Middle Place and Tell Me More

The Middle Place and Tell Me More are especially meaningful to me not just because of their message, but because of when they came into my life. During my own battle with cancer in 2010, a neighbor—knowing how much I loved Kelly Corrigan’s work—passed along my number through a mutual connection. One day, I received a completely unexpected email: “Hi, this is Kelly. I am sorry to hear of your own battle with cancer right now. I am here to listen, support, or help you grieve. As strange as this may sound, I believe you will also find tremendous beauty amidst this journey. With love, Kelly.” I have never forgotten that moment. Her words—marked by vulnerability, honesty, and courage—deeply resonated with me then and continue to shape how I see both life and medicine today.

Kelly captures something so real about what it means to be a woman navigating multiple roles at once—caring for our children, showing up for others, and still being someone’s daughter ourselves. Her writing is a powerful reminder that behind every patient is a full human story. In my practice, that translates into creating space for patients to feel seen, heard, and understood—not just clinically, but personally. These books continue to influence how I connect with and care for others, reinforcing that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through connection, compassion, and truly listening.

Lost Connections

Lost Connections is such a beautiful book.  It expands the conversation around mental health beyond biology alone and looks at the deeper question of why so many people are struggling. It challenges the idea that depression is simply a chemical imbalance and instead highlights how disconnection—from relationships, purpose, nature, and even our own values—can profoundly impact our emotional and physical health. This perspective resonates strongly with what I see in practice: that symptoms are often signals pointing to something deeper that’s out of alignment. It reinforces the importance of looking at the full picture—not just labs or diagnoses, but how someone is living, connecting, and experiencing their life. That lens is essential in helping patients move toward real, sustainable healing.  I also highly recommend listening to this through Audible, as Johann’s voice is so heartfelt and therapeutic to listen to.  xx 

More Books & Resources to Check Out

Feeding You Lies

The Upside of Stress

Dirty Genes

The Paleo Cure

Dr Weil’s Anti-Inflammatory Food Pyramid