Catherine Brigger, CRNP

Catherine Brigger, CRNP, is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in functional medicine and hormone optimization. With a deep commitment to patient-centered care, she has dedicated her career to uncovering and addressing the root causes of health issues, helping individuals achieve optimal wellness and vitality.

Catherine’s journey in medicine began with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, followed by hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of emergency and critical care medicine at Allegheny General Hospital. Her passion for education led her to earn a Master’s in Nursing Education from the University of Phoenix, teaching at several esteemed institutions, including Mercyhurst University, Penn State University, and Gannon University. However, her desire to make a more direct impact on patient health led her back into clinical practice, where she pursued advanced training in functional and integrative medicine.

Her personal health struggles, including overcoming surgical menopause, thyroid disease, and metabolic challenges, fueled her drive to specialize in hormone therapy. Catherine understands firsthand the frustrations of conventional medicine’s one-size-fits-all approach, which led her to establish TRUE Rejuvenation Hormone Therapy in Ridgway, PA. As the only functional medicine hormone provider in her tri-state region, she delivers cutting-edge, precision-based care tailored to each patient’s unique biology.

Beyond hormone optimization, Catherine is expanding her impact through TRUE IV Bar, an IV therapy service targeting events and wellness-focused individuals in rural Pennsylvania. She also launched a podcast, HORMONIOUS, to educate and inspire listeners about functional medicine, personal health transformations, and evidence-based wellness strategies.

Driven by her mission to restore vitality using ethically sourced, bioavailable ingredients, Catherine ensures that every treatment she offers is backed by science and integrity. Her expertise, combined with her personal health journey, makes her a trusted advocate for those seeking real solutions to hormone imbalances, metabolic health, and longevity.

When she’s not transforming lives through functional medicine, Catherine enjoys time with her husband—her childhood crush—and their blended family of five boys and four Labrador Retrievers.