Herbalist in Brisbane, consulting online Australia-wide

My training in Western herbal medicine

Western herbal medicine is part of my training as a naturopath, along with nutrition.

I've been in practice for close to 10 years, and I'm a member of the Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA).

You can read more about me, my story and how I work.

How herbal medicine fits into your plan

Every plan I write starts with your health history, your diet and your lifestyle.

Where it suits you, I may add a herbal medicine, chosen for you as an individual.

When I do, I'll explain:

• What it is, and why I've suggested it for you
• How and when to take it
• How long we'll use it before we review it
• How it fits alongside anything else you take

Every body responds in its own way, so your plan is built around you and reviewed as we go.

If you're curious about other plant-based remedies, my post on how flower essences differ from essential oils explains the difference.

Bring your medication list

Before I suggest a herbal medicine, I like to see the full picture of what you already take.

Please bring a list to your first consult that includes:

• Any prescribed medication, with the dose
• Any over-the-counter medicines
• Anything else you take for your health

Let me know, too, if you're pregnant, breastfeeding or preparing for pregnancy.

That way I can see how a herbal medicine fits alongside everything else, and it's a good idea to let your GP know too.

Keep taking any prescribed medication as directed while we work together.

The areas I work with

Herbal medicine is an option I may bring into a plan, whichever area we're working on.

You can read how I look at each area on its own page:

• Skin health, looked at from the inside out
• Hormonal health, across your cycle and the stages of life
• Gut health, including digestion and nutrition

Whatever brings you to me, I look at your gut, hormones, skin and mindset together.