Homeopathy for Chronic Health Problems
When your health problems have become complicatedMany of the people who come to see me have been unwell for a long time. They may have several different symptoms or diagnoses, have tried numerous treatments, or find that one problem improves only for another to take its place. Sometimes there has been a clear change in health following an illness, stressful period or other significant event. In other cases, the decline has been gradual. These are the cases where I believe it is particularly important to step back and look at the whole picture. I have over 30 years of clinical experience working with people with both straightforward and complex, long-standing health problems. |
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Looking for the pattern
In homeopathy, I'm interested not only in what symptoms you have, but in how your health has changed over time.
During the consultation we may explore:
- When your health problems first began
- What was happening around that time
- The order in which different symptoms appeared
- What makes your symptoms better or worse
- Previous illnesses and significant events
- Your sleep, energy, digestion and general wellbeing
- Your individual physical and emotional characteristics
Often, symptoms that initially appear unrelated form part of a much clearer pattern when the whole history is considered.
This detailed understanding of the case is central to the way I practise homeopathy.
Long-standing and recurring health problems
People consult me with a wide range of chronic health concerns, including persistent fatigue, digestive problems, headaches and migraines, skin conditions, hormonal problems, recurrent infections, allergies and sensitivities, as well as more complex situations involving several different symptoms or diagnoses.
I don't prescribe a standard homeopathic remedy simply because someone has a particular condition. Two people with the same diagnosis may need completely different remedies.
The prescription is based on your individual pattern of symptoms and health history.
Taking the time to understand your case
An initial consultation is deliberately detailed and unhurried.
When health problems have been present for a long time, understanding how they have developed and changed over the months/years can be particularly important. We look at the sequence of events, the appearance of new symptoms and any recurring patterns that may help us make sense of the bigger picture.
From this detailed understanding, I select an individual homeopathic remedy which you will take for a period of time (usually a few weeks) before having a follow-up consultation which allows us to assess your response, track any changes and decide on the next step.
Homeopathy can be used alongside conventional medical care, and I encourage appropriate medical investigation and treatment where necessary.
Over 30 years of clinical experience
I am a registered member of the Society of Homeopaths and have been practising and teaching homeopathy for more than 30 years.
A large part of my work involves long-standing and complex cases, where careful case-taking, observation and experience are particularly important.
Consultations in Devon and throughout the UK
I offer face-to-face consultations from my practice in Throwleigh, near Okehampton, Devon, as well as online consultations throughout the UK.
If you've been dealing with a persistent or complicated health problem and would like to explore a more individual approach, you can book an initial consultation below.