What does Registered Homeopath mean?
As a Registered member of The Society of Homeopaths, the UK's largest organisation representing professional homeopaths, I follow a strict Code of Ethics and Practice, hold professional insurance, and have passed stringent academic and clinical assessments before being admitted to the Register.
I am recognised by the European Council of Classical Homeopathy, and I am also a member of the NHS Directory of Complementary and Alternative Practitioners.
Why do I need a follow-up consultation?
When taking a remedy, most patients notice that the improvements begin to fade after 4—6 weeks. At this point a follow-up consultation enables me to determine how your healing is progressing, and whether you require a stronger or different remedy to continue the healing process until health is restored permanently.
In many cases I do ask patients to telephone me within 10 days of starting a remedy for a brief update to ensure they are starting to notice improvements. There is no additional charge for this.
How long will it take before I’m well?
In some cases, patients who are sensitive to the remedies may not require a follow-up consultation, because health is restored after the first remedy. Some children and pregnancy-related complaints often recover very quickly.
However, in most cases of chronic or long-term illness, although you will notice improvements after the first remedy, it may take some months before your health is restored permanently. However, each correctly prescribed remedy will lead you closer to wellness.
I’ve heard I may get worse before I get better, is this true?
Some patients may notice a slight worsening of their symptoms. This is a positive sign as your body begins the healing process. Similar to spring-cleaning a house, it can look a little messier when you start to sort through the clutter, but as you continue and the clutter is cleared, you feel better than you have in a long time.
What do remedies look like?
I prescribe remedies either as a small sweet pillule, or as liquid in a small dropper bottle. See photos on ‘consultations’ page.
Will you give me my remedy straight away?
For new patients, I like to spend further time after the consultation working on the case, to ensure I am thorough in determining the best remedy for the patient. In these cases, you will usually receive the remedy within a few days.
At your follow-up consultations, if a new remedy is required, I will usually prescribe this during the consultation.
What are remedies made from?
Homeopathic remedies are made from natural mineral, metal, plant and animal sources. They are not tested on animals, but on healthy human volunteers.
Who can take homeopathic remedies?
Because homeopathic remedies are so gentle, they are safe for everyone including newborn babies, children, during pregnancy, and for the elderly.
Will the remedy interfere with medication from my GP?
No. Homeopathic remedies can work safely alongside the medication prescribed by your GP.
Will I have to stop the medication my GP prescribed?
No. It is very important that you continue to take all medications as prescribed by your GP.
At some point throughout your homeopathic treatment, as your body is returned to health, I may suggest you talk to your GP to ask whether he/she would be happy to reduce your medication. This is dependent on what your doctor considers safe, and whether you feel comfortable with this.
Do you have any payment plans to help me fund my treatment?
As a Registered member of The Society of Homeopaths, your Homeopathic treatment can be claimed against a wide range of private health insurance companies including:
Birmingham Hospital Saturday Fund, CIGNA UK, Civil Service Healthcare, Clinicare, First Assist, Forester Health, Health Shield, HSA, Medisure, Norwich Union Healthcare, Patient Aid Association, Pinnacle PLC, Provincial Hospital Association, Standard Life Health Care, Westfield Health Scheme.
Please note that some of the above insurance companies require a GP referral to me before you can claim. I am a member of the NHS Directory of Complementary and Alternative Practitioners which enables your GP to refer you to me.
