Frequently asked questions
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Q: What is a medical herbalist?
A: A medical herbalist is a healthcare practitioner who uses plant-based remedies to treat a range of health conditions and promote overall wellness. As a qualified medical herbalist, I work with patients to develop individualised treatment plans that incorporate herbal remedies, dietary recommendations, and lifestyle changes to support optimal health.
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Q: Can I still take my normal prescription medications while working with a medical herbalist?
A: Yes, part of the job of a medical herbalist is to ensure that any herbal medicines I prescribe will not interact with your prescription medicines.
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Q: What conditions can a medical herbalist help with?
A: Medical herbalists can help with a wide range of health conditions, from acute illnesses to chronic conditions.
Some of the most common conditions that herbalists help with include digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, stress and anxiety, and skin conditions.
Because of my background in medical research, I have a unique ability to analyse medical and scientific literature. This helps me to get to the bottom of complex and difficult conditions and put together effective treatment plans.
See my blog for to get an idea of my approach.
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Can you order tests?
Yes I can order various tests. These are charged separately.
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How do you get to be a medical herbalist?
You study a degree level course for at least 4 years which includes normal medical subjects such as anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, how to conduct a clinical examination and how to interpret clinical tests. Plus botany, plant chemistry, herbal therapeutics and 500 hours of practical training in a herbal clinic.
About Me
I am a medical herbalist who uses herbal medicines and nutrition to help you achieve optimal health. I believe in a holistic approach to health and wellness that considers the whole person, not just their symptoms. I will work with you to create a personalised plan that addresses your unique needs. My goal is to empower you to take charge of your health and feel your best.
I studied a four year full time professional course to qualify as a Medical Herbalist. I also have a background in academic medical research and a PhD in Psychology.
I am able to provide tailored treatments for a wide range of physical and mental health problems, including anxiety and depression. I combine traditional herbal medicine with the latest scientific research and offer safe, effective and natural remedies to help you recover your health.
Why choose Western Herbal Medicine?
At the heart of the practice of herbal medicine is the understanding that our bodies, like all living things, have an ability to heal themselves.
In the tradition of herbal medicine, the primary goal is to remove or reduce whatever is preventing the body from healing itself, whilst also using herbs, foods and other strategies to help it do its job.
Herbs were our first medicines and over millennia, our ancestors learned and passed on knowledge about which herbs could nourish our bodies and help remove obstacles to healing such as infection, poor digestion, deficiencies, or poor elimination.
Herbs that we and other animals instinctively sought out when we were sick have been the subjects of an on-going clinical trial for 'what works' for many thousands of years.
Herbs are still, by far, the most widespread form of medicine used on our planet. The great test of time has proven which herbal medicines work, and now the tests of science are helping us to understand how they work, and through that process, new possibilities continue to come to light.
Herbs are the people's medicine, they can never be patented or taken away from us.