What To Expect?
As herbal medicine is a holistic treatment, the herbalist will not only enquire about your current medical condition , but also your medical history, including any medications you take, the health of your whole body, nutritional, emotional and physical well being.
The initial consultation takes approximately 60 - 90 minutes, it may include physical examinations as required, blood pressure and pulse will be taken as a matter of course. A follow up consultation will occur 2-4 weeks after the initial consultation, this is to evaluate your progression to health. The approximate duration of which is 25 - 45 minutes. Further consultations may then be required. The treatment time will depend upon the complexity of the conditions and the duration you have had the ailments.
Benefits Of Herbal Medicine?
Herbal medicine is a holistic treatment that looks at the client as a whole, the herbs treat the person and aid the cause of the illness rather than just the symptoms.
Herbalists are medically trained and can carry out a range of physical examinations and interpret blood tests.
Herbs are generally regarded as safe medicines.
What to Bring?
A list of any medications and supplements you are currently taking and any recent blood tests, or anything else relevant.
Herbal Medicine
The treatment will be a bespoke herbal remedy, which could be in the form of teas, a tinctures, capsules, balms, salves, oils etc taking into account everything that has been discussed, and advice regarding diet and well being.
Online Consultations
These are available
Indian Head Massage is an ancient touch therapy, reduces the stress hormone cortisol, making us less susceptible to stress, anxiety. The treatment gives the mind time to unwind, relax and recharge. The massage itself involves many techniques from calming strokes to stimulating hacking. The gentle strokes promote relaxation, deeper breathing and tranquillity. The more vigorous strokes create warmth in an area, which in turn, causes the blood vessels to dilate, which encourages the flow of blood. With the blood comes more oxygen and nourishment to the muscles, tissues, brain and skin.
Garden Consultations
What to Expect
A forage around your garden, to discover the free foods and medicines, growing in their natural environment, literally on your doorstep! We will discuss ID skills, culinary ideas and an emailed inventory. Grow your own food without the hassle of actual gardening!
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