Andrew DeGroat, N.D. is a naturopathic doctor, manual and movement therapist, educator, and published author whose work bridges integrative health, somatic healing, and mindful wellness practices. Widely recognized as The Body Work Doctor, he integrates naturopathy, manual therapy, yoga, somatic movement, and holistic health strategies to support whole-person wellbeing.
He is the author of The Body Worth Doctrine, a foundational work presenting a body-centered, trauma-informed philosophy that affirms the inherent intelligence, dignity, and worth of the human body while reframing ethical, client-centered care.
He also authored The Medical Cannabis Integration Journal, Second Edition, a 90-day guided framework designed to support intentional, informed medical cannabis use. This structured journal helps patients and consumers track symptoms, reflect on outcomes, and thoughtfully integrate cannabis into broader health and wellness practices with clarity and purpose.
In addition to his written work, his activism includes serving as a Smart Justice Ambassador, Second Cohort, with the ACLU of Delaware, advocating for evidence-based justice reform, health equity, and compassionate, community-centered policy approaches in every state where he has lived and practiced.
He contributes to Wellness Wednesday on the Namaste Wellness Podcast Network, made possible by Namaste Integrative Wellness, sharing accessible health insights and engaging in conversations with experts across wellness, movement, and holistic health disciplines.
Education & Training
DeGroat has completed comprehensive postgraduate medical education in naturopathic medicine, culminating in the distinction of Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.), reflecting advanced training in natural therapeutics, physical medicine, clinical intervention, and patient-centered care.
His professional development spans a broad spectrum of healthcare and wellness disciplines, including manual therapy, movement modalities, yoga instruction, medical billing and coding, and community health work, informing his integrative, patient-centered approach to care and education.
His career began with early training in cosmetology and certifications in personal care and medical assisting, providing a hands-on foundation in patient care and wellness. This early experience expanded into years of clinical practice, program development, and educational leadership.
Over more than a decade of practice, he has served diverse patient populations, continually deepening his expertise through ongoing professional study, hands-on clinical work, and teaching in the fields of integrative health, somatic therapy, bodywork, and holistic wellness.
Note: He chooses not to list the specific educational institutions attended, as they do not provide compensation for professional promotion.
Wellness with Purpose
He doesn't just talk self-care — he lives it through meaningful action:
With Community at Heart...
Corporate Sponsor of the Fredericksburg Regional SPCA (2018) through our “Massage for Paws” initiative.
No-tip Donate Policy (2018–Present): Clients are encouraged to donate to Doctors Without Borders or HOHI instead of tipping.
Help Others Heal Initiative (HOHI 2023/2024): Raised vital funds for Kumukahi Health & Wellness in Hawaiʻi. HOHI 2025 is raising funds for Operation Olive Branch and the MaryKay Ash Foundation.
A Voice in Wellness
Creator and co-host of the Wellness Wednesday Podcast, ranked in the top 30% most shared globally on Spotify in the Health & Fitness category in both 2022 and 2023 — featuring expert guests and transformative stories.