📖 Overview
Kelly Brogan is a holistic psychiatrist and author who previously held conventional medical credentials, including a degree from Cornell University Medical College and clinical training at NYU Medical Center. She gained prominence for her stance against conventional psychiatric medications and her advocacy for alternative approaches to mental health treatment.
Her 2016 book "A Mind of Your Own" became a New York Times bestseller, focusing on her views about depression and its treatment through lifestyle and dietary changes rather than pharmaceutical interventions. She has authored several other books including "Own Your Self" and co-authored "A New Earth Secrets" with her husband Sayer Ji.
Brogan has become a controversial figure in medical circles due to her public positions questioning established medical practices, including vaccines and COVID-19 public health measures. She maintains an active online presence through her website and social media channels, where she promotes holistic health approaches and what she terms "natural healing."
Her work and public statements have drawn both strong support from alternative medicine advocates and significant criticism from mainstream medical professionals who dispute her scientific claims. She currently practices in Texas, offering consulting services and online health programs focused on her holistic approach to mental health and wellness.
👀 Reviews
Reader reviews of Kelly Brogan's books show contrasting perspectives.
Positive reviews highlight her holistic approaches to mental health and alternatives to psychiatric medication. Readers credit her for guidance on natural healing and personal empowerment. Multiple reviews on Amazon mention successfully discontinuing medications following her protocols.
Critical reviews question her scientific claims and medical advice. Many readers object to her anti-vaccination stance and COVID-19 views. Several reviewers note her transition from conventional psychiatry to alternative medicine raises credibility concerns.
Ratings across platforms:
Amazon "Own Your Self": 4.6/5 (1,800+ reviews)
Goodreads "A Mind of Your Own": 3.9/5 (1,100+ reviews)
Amazon "A Mind of Your Own": 4.5/5 (1,400+ reviews)
Common criticism includes:
"Dangerous medical advice"
"Lacks scientific evidence"
"Promotes conspiracy theories"
Common praise includes:
"Life-changing protocols"
"Empowering information"
"Clear path to healing"
📚 Books by Kelly Brogan
A Mind of Your Own (2016)
A medical book examining depression from a holistic perspective, covering nutrition, lifestyle changes, and medication alternatives.
Own Your Self (2019) An exploration of mental health focusing on root cause resolution and medication tapering, drawing from case studies and clinical experience.
Body Wise (2020) A guide addressing women's health issues through lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and mind-body practices.
Change the Story of Your Health (2017) A workbook detailing practices for personal transformation through shamanic and holistic healing approaches.
Depression: A New Story (2019) An analysis of conventional depression treatments and alternative approaches, incorporating environmental and lifestyle factors.
Own Your Self (2019) An exploration of mental health focusing on root cause resolution and medication tapering, drawing from case studies and clinical experience.
Body Wise (2020) A guide addressing women's health issues through lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and mind-body practices.
Change the Story of Your Health (2017) A workbook detailing practices for personal transformation through shamanic and holistic healing approaches.
Depression: A New Story (2019) An analysis of conventional depression treatments and alternative approaches, incorporating environmental and lifestyle factors.