Christopher Johnson, ND is the founder and owner of Thrive Naturopathic. He is a graduate of Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (SCNM), located in Tempe, Arizona. The program at SCNM is a 4 year, doctorate level education resulting in the degree Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Johnson is Vice President of the Virginia Association of Naturopathic Physicians (VAANP). He is certified as a Master of the Institute for Human Individulality (IfHI)

The story bringing Dr. Johnson to naturopathic medicine began with his experience of chronic illness, brought on in part by exposure to toxic chemicals while working in the paint industry. Unable to find help in conventional medicine, he explored the world of complementary and alternative medicine, regaining health through naturopathic medical treatments involving homeopathy, nutritional and botanical supplementation, and dietary and lifestyle changes.

Based on what he has learned in his own healing journey, in his interactions with others facing chronic illness, and during the course of his training, education, and study, Dr. Johnson favors two areas of therapeutics which he believes to be the most effective to address illness of all types: homeopathy and individualized nutrition. 

His interest in holistic health goes back to 1994 when he inadvertantly discovered a copy of the first chapter of Andrew Weil's "Natural Health, Natural Medicine" in an interactive art exhibit in New York City. He has since read a voluminous number of health texts and studied a wide variety of therapies and healing modalities.

Dr. Johnson's other interests include spirituality, psychology, music, art, language, poetry, business, and politics. He loves children (especially his little niece and nephews) and enjoys vigorous bike riding. He has played piano since age 7. He holds a BA in religious studies from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville.  

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