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Homeopathy treats the cause of the disease not just the symptoms Homeopathy treats the individual as a whole, rather than just the disease. Many things contribute to ill health: the stress and strains of a hectic modern life; inherited weaknesses; tendencies towards disease, physical and emotional stress. All of these make it difficult for the body to heal itself. The correct homeopathic remedy can be the boost the immune system needs to heal, bringing the whole person into emotional, physical and mental good health. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, found that there were two ways of treating ill health: opposites and similars. Dr Samuel Hahnemann developed a system of medicine based on the law of similars, treating like with like. This means a substance which causes a picture of disease in a healthy person can cure a sick person with the same symptoms. Over the past 200 years homeopathy has developed into a sophisticated therapeutic system that has helped to treat people with a wide variety of conditions ranging from deep seated chronic illnesses such as arthritis and depression through to minor coughs and colds. who is it suitable for? Homeopathy can be useful for anyone – of any age. Some examples of commonly treated ailments are listed here stress syndromes: palpitations, blood pressure, insomnia, tension headaches. emotional troubles: grief, depression, anxiety, irritability, insecurity, confusion and difficulties with concentration. psychological problems: addictions, panic attacks and phobias, post-traumatic stress syndromes, eating disorders. behavioural disturbances in children: hyperactivity, bedwetting, nightmares, tantrums, shyness. injuries and joint troubles : RSI, sprains, rheumatism and arthritis. infections: tendency to repeated infection, upper respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, flu, glandular fever, childhood infectious diseases, impetigo. viral infections : ME, hepatitis, shingles, herpes, warts. allergies: eczema, asthma, hay fever, allergic rhinitis, food sensitivities, Candida. digestive and bowel problems : IBS, indigestion, ‘leaky gut’ gastric ulcer, ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. urinary tract : cystitis, thrush, kidney disorders. headaches: sick headaches, migraine. neurological problems: neuralgia, MS, epilepsy. hormonal disturbances : during adolescence and menopause; menstrual problems, PMT, cysts, rosacea, infertility, and thyroid function (overactive/under active). pregnancy problems: nausea, back pain, anaemia, diabetes, constipation, heartburn. what to expect Your first consultation will usually last for 1 to 1½ hours. You will be asked a wide variety of questions, about your general health and your medical history. This will help your homeopath to gain a full picture of you and your illness. Your homeopath will spend some time selecting an appropriate remedy which you will receive after a few days. You will usually have a follow up appointment 4 weeks after taking your remedy, to assess your progress. about the practitioners thepractice has two professional homeopaths who both trained in classical homeopathy at the School of Homeopathy in Devon, the longest established school in the UK, where they experienced the teachings of some of the country’s leading homeopaths. The four years training covers every aspect of homeopathic prescribing, including courses on anatomy, physiology, disease and pathology and 2 years of supervised clinical practice. They are members of the Society of Homeopaths, which is the main governing body representing qualified, experienced and professional homeopaths. This means that they abide by the society’s code of ethics and practice and are committed to continuing professional development, are fully licensed and insured. Jo Crocker “Discovering homeopathic remedies to nurse my children through childhood diseases was a uniquely empowering experience for me. It marked the start of a fascination for this vital form of medicine. I find my profession exciting and challenging. It demands that I draw on my experience, intuition, strengths and weaknesses to enrich my homeopathic prescribing. My aim is to help you to true and lasting good health, the journey we take may have many twists and turns, this endeavour can be enlightening and the goal is that you achieve your full potential. As your quality of health improves, your quality of life improves and you can make the most of your life” Natascha Jeffries – Tolksdorf “The challenge for me has always been to combine my passion for Homeopathy with the equally demanding and engaging task of raising a family. Creating a nourishing environment in which healing and growth can take place is equally important in either situation. In my experience, homeopathic treatment can be an invaluable tool in helping us to develop according to our own individual, creative and healthy potential.” Fees
some frequently asked questions What to expect from treatment? > What to expect from treatment? Homeopathic treatment aims to improve your overall sense of well being as well curing your symptoms. Some conditions have taken many years to develop, may need several remedies and can take time, patience and commitment from patient and practitioner alike. Do homeopathic remedies have side effects? Homeopathic remedies do not have any dangerous side effects. They act by stimulating the bodies own immune system. How long will it take for me to get better? There are no set rules, but here are some factors which may play a part; how long have you had the disease? how long did it take to develop? what is the nature and depth of the pathology? what is your general state of health? Can homeopathy be taken with other drugs? Homeopathy can be safely taken along side conventional drugs. Conventional drugs may slow down the action of the remedy. Can homeopathy be used in pregnancy or for children? Pregnancy is a wonderful time to use homeopathy and the benefits will be passed on to the baby. Many childhood diseases can be easily treated, and children respond well to the gentle and deep action of homeopathic remedies. Homeopaths who have been classically trained use one remedy at a time at the minimum dose needed for healing. True good health is when we are free from limiting symptoms and are full of vitality, life and creativity .
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