Specialty areasHerbal medicine: I blend my own formulas for my clients, depending on their specific ailments and health concerns. Choosing from over 100 herbal extracts in my clinic, I am skilled in the knowledge of herbs and using them safely.
Nutrition: I base my nutritional advice on good, sound science. Depending on your individual health picture, I will equip you with clear instructions including healthy menu plans and recipes. Additionally, I often prescribe a variety of high quality vitamins, minerals and other nutritional supplements to help you achieve your health goals.
Food allergy testing: For many people, food allergies are at the heart of their health problems. I can help you determine if you have food allergies through laboratory testing, a special hypoallergenic diet, or both.
Naturopathy: The therapies I use such as herbal medicine and nutrition fall under the naturopathic approach. Naturopathy is a health approach which focuses on treatment and prevention of illness utilizing ‘nature-based’ therapies. Conventional medicine (going to your GP) often uses drugs to alleviate bothersome symptoms, but the drugs rarely address the cause of the symptom. Naturopathy’s primary goal is to find and remove the cause of illness, rather than simply suppressing the symptom.
ConditionsMy practice involves working with clients with osteoarthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, weight concerns, digestive problems, depression, menopause, allergies, cancer support and many other conditions.
What to expect from a sessionAn appointment with me can take place over the phone as a Telephone Consultation, or in person at my office in Minehead, Somerset.
During the appointment, we will discuss your past and current health concerns, reviewing your diet and other important features about you. If I see you in person, I may also conduct a physical exam (such a blood pressure, weight, skin check, lung and heart listen, etc.) to help me better understand your health situation.
The initial appointment will last between 1 ½ to 2 hours with follow-up sessions lasting either 30 minutes or 1 hour, depending on the complexity. Most of my clients experience health improvements within 2 to 3 appointments.
FeesPlease mention my GoToSee Ad for a 10% discount on your first appointment! (promotion to last until 31st December, 2010).
Initial appointment: £65- A 1.5- 2 hour private phone or office consultation to review and discuss your past and current health concerns.
- Dietary, lifestyle, herbal and nutritional supplement recommendations, tailor-made for you. These will be given on the day of appointment if in person or sent by email or post within 2 days of your telephone consultation.
- Helpful articles and/ or special reports related to your specific health needs.
- A 10 minute telephone follow-up call to check in on your progress and answer any questions, timed 2 weeks after your initial consultation
Return visit: £45- A 1 hour private phone or office consultation to review your health progress and discuss any new or unresolved health concerns.
- You will receive a written updated treatment plan with clear and concise instructions.
Brief return visit: £30- A 30 minute private phone or office consultation to review your health progress and discuss any new or unresolved health concerns.
- Once again, you will receive an updated treatment plan with clear and concise instructions.
Natural Health MOT: £40- In-person, 45 minute health screen
- I will take your blood pressure, weight , BMI (body fat %), and look for any obvious nutritional deficiencies based on physical exam techniques
- You will be given healthy dietary recommendations, personal exercise plan guidelines, and a nutritional/ herbal supplement prescription to fit your needs
About MeI am a qualified Naturopathic Doctor practicing in the heart of Exmoor, Somerset. After receiving my Bachelor’s in Science from Colorado State University, I trained for 5 years at Bastyr University, a well-known Naturopathic Medical School in Seattle, Washington. Relocating to the UK in 2004, I have practiced locally in Minehead for the past 6 years and am experienced in assessing medical concerns and providing a wide range of natural treatment solutions.
Opening HoursMonday through Friday 9:30-3pm
Please feel free to phone or email me if you’d like to find out more about how I can help you. If I don’t pick up, it’s likely I’m in an appointment with a client and I will phone you back within 24 hours. Thanks and be well!