As a licensed naturopathic physician for 40 years, Dr. Andrea Sullivan brings a wealth of knowledge to enhance health and well-being. For Dr Sullivan, Naturopathic medicine is a “calling, not just a career”.
Before receiving her degree in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University, Dr. Sullivan was the first African American to receive a PhD in sociology/ criminology from the University of Pennsylvania. She was a special assistant for urban policy to the US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and an assistant professor at Howard University, lecturer at American University, and the University of Maryland, when she stepped away to attend to her own dis-ease. In so doing, she found her life calling in naturopathic medicine. Still passionate about the lives of others, she found that working as a naturopathic doctor allowed her to assist them in creating greater spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical health.
Dr. Sullivan is a founding member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. She was the first naturopathic physician to be appointed by the Mayor of Washington, DC to serve on the Board of Medicine, which she did for 5 years. She led the successful effort to create licensure for naturopathic doctors in Washington DC. before establishing and serving on the Naturopathic Board of Medicine.
Excerpts from her first book, A Path to Healing: A Guide to Wellness for Body, Mind and Soul (1998: Doubleday). appeared in Essence Magazine, followed by several feature stories on Dr. Sullivan over the following years.
Combining sociology and naturopathic medicine is the focus of her new book, The Sacrifices of Superwomen: Natural Remedies to Restore Balance (Koehler Books, Oct 30, 2023). She treats the whole person and empowers both those she treats and those who read or hear her words to appreciate and incorporate lifestyle changes and natural medicine for healing and primary prevention.
Register today for Dr. Sullivan’s Masterclass, The Sacrifices of Superwomen: Natural Remedies to Restore Balance, on Sunday, January 25, 2026 4pm – 5:30pm Eastern, 3pm – 4:30pm Central.
