Professional Practice
What is a Medical Herbalist?
As a medical herbalist and member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists, I am trained in conventional medical sciences alongside the therapeutic use of medicinal plants. My training includes clinical assessment, physical examination and differential diagnosis, together with an in-depth understanding of herbal medicine and safe prescribing.
Medical herbalists undertake extensive degree-level training, including more than 500 hours of supervised clinical practice. This provides a thorough grounding in anatomy, physiology, pathology and pharmacology, as well as detailed knowledge of medicinal plants, their therapeutic uses and potential interactions with conventional medicines.
Herbal prescriptions may include tinctures, teas, capsules, creams or other preparations. Different herbs and preparation methods can be combined to create an individualised prescription tailored to your particular needs.
Where appropriate, medical herbalists work collaboratively with GPs and other healthcare professionals to support safe, integrated and well-coordinated care. Patient confidentiality is always treated with the utmost importance.
The Consultation
During your consultation, we take time to explore your health in detail, including your medical and family history, lifestyle, current symptoms and overall wellbeing. Where appropriate, this may also include a clinical examination.
This comprehensive, holistic assessment enables us to develop an individualised treatment plan tailored to your particular needs and health goals.
Your herbal prescription may include tinctures, teas, capsules or topical preparations, such as creams. Dietary and lifestyle recommendations may also be offered to support your overall health and wellbeing.
A follow-up appointment is usually arranged 4-8 weeks later to review your progress, discuss any changes and adjust your treatment or herbal prescription as needed.
Consultations are normally held in person, allowing a clinical examination to be carried out when appropriate. Virtual consultations may also be available in certain circumstances.
Locations
- East Allington, South Devon
- London, SE1
- Hertford, Herts (currently mobile
- Virtual appointments available
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 10am - 5pm
Pricelist
Initial Consultation
(approx 60-90 mins)
Follow up appt - 45mins
100ml tincture (1 wk approx)
60g cream/balm
50g tea
£80
£55
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