CLINICAL PRACTICE
Holistic Clinical Herbalism
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” — Lao Tau
The potential to optimize, and maintain, a state of vitality can be attained through holism.
Symptoms are our bodies speaking to us. A holistic strategy acknowledges all aspects that can be supporting, or reducing, our ability to achieve optimal health. Feeling unwell extends beyond our bodies. It can also affect our minds, emotional state, relationships and outlook on life.
It is integral to understand the pathology of a disease.But, if we neglect to address all contributing components affecting our wellness it results in the further perpetuation of the expressions of the imbalance we are experiencing. Some factors to take into consideration are:
Stress levels
Mental and emotional states
Nutrition and our way of eating
Sleep habits
Environmental toxins
Movement
Past trauma and the effects it can have on our minds, bodies and relationships with others
Connection with self and others
Connection with nature
What an Appointment Involves
This is a time for your voice to be heard and to ensure as we move forward your concerns, challenges and goals are addressed.
Prior to your in depth Initial Consultation you will receive a Health History & Questionnaire. Depending on your presenting symptoms you may also be asked to complete a Food Effects Journal. Following a thorough review of your Health History and FEJ we will have an extensive client intake that will last 60-90 minutes.
During your intake we will discuss your presenting condition(s), health history, current health care, goals and other contributing factors that may be affecting your state of vitality. You also may be asked to share current lab work. Several days after your appointment you will receive your personalized protocol.
Your Personalized Protocol
Following your interview your personalized protocol will be created. This is developed based on the information discussed in your intake. Adjustments can be made as you begin implementing the shifts in your lifestyle and we move forward with follow up appointments. You will receive:
A clearly outlined step by step process with detailed explanations as to why suggested approaches are supportive to making lifestyle changes
A comprehensive chart that simplifies your goals, objectives and the steps you can take to help you achieve your goals. This can assist some individuals in seeing the direct correlation between what they are trying to accomplish and how to get there
Educational handouts and references for further research to deepen the understanding of your presenting condition(s) and symptoms
Suggested holistic lifestyle shifts, herbs or customized herbal formulas and supplements specific to your needs.
Tools for tracking symptoms and measuring progress
Continued support will be provided as you move through making changes. It is natural to have questions and concerns arise. Also, as you begin shifting your way of living you may find varying challenges present themselves. Learning how to navigate these and making changes accordingly to help you achieve your goals is all part of the healing process.
A more detailed overview of the step by step process of working together can be found in "Scheduling an Appointment" below.
Uncovering the Steps
Creating a Plan & Transformation
Being heard, and strengthening our understanding of what we are struggling with, can greatly alter our approach.
Putting necessary tools in to practice, can bring about change with time and patience.
Feeling the changes in our bodies as we progress, can bring us inspiration, hope and determination.
Gifting ourselves compassion, and finding the teachings in our challenges, can help us on our healing path.
We gain knowledge and understanding of ourselves, so that we can continue to grow and take the next steps.
Qualifications & Clinical Experience
I completed four years of schooling and am a graduate of Vital Ways Institute in Portland, OR. My education provided me with the necessary academic qualifications to apply for a professional membership in the American Herbalist Guild which is the only national professional organization of Herbalists in the US.
I participated in the Advanced Clinic Practicum serving community members in our school’s free clinic. Under the guidance and close supervision of a highly skilled faculty I worked with clients who had diagnoses of chronic, complex, multi system illnesses through:
Development of advanced research skills and analyzing cases, health histories and nutrition
Learning and understanding how to read lab results
Creating protocols that addressed holistic lifestyle, herbal and nutritional needs
Providing support to clients to help them achieve transformational changes and overcome challenges
Following my completion of the Clinic Practicum program I was also provided the opportunity to be an observer and commentator, alongside with the director of Vital Ways, for our school's third year Clinic students.
Mentorship
I also was invited to have the opportunity and honor of a mentorship under the late Christopher Smaka; the director of Vital Ways Institute. During this time I received additional training and guidance from him including, but not limited to:
Strengthening my researching capabilities and skills with herbal formulations, integrating application of supplements as needed and expanding my understanding of holistic approaches.
Receiving a deeper insight under his guidance with hearing and respecting clients’ needs while holding reverence for their healing path and goals
Assisting with running the school’s apothecary, preparing tinctures and the development of formulas
Serving the community with 15 minute intakes and providing personalized formulas, suggested lifestyle changes and research resources for their healing journey
I was responsible for:
creating systems for inventory at the school’s apothecary
the development of an automated tincture dilution calculations system
management of the provision of herbs to students due to the transition to online classes during Covid
I served numerous administrative roles for Vital Ways Institute for five years. I maintained this position up until, and after, the school’s sudden unexpected closure and provided support to the student body through this difficult transition.
Yarrow Medicinals Clinic
I am a Holistic Clinical Herbalist and am continuing my education to specialize in Women’s Health Care. My focus is on helping to bring others to a state of vitality; providing guidance to help with stress management, emotional support, finding balance in our day to day lives with all we hold, healing from past trauma and management of the diseases that can be the result of, as well as the cause, of imbalances in our Beings and realities.
The development of my online private practice is ever evolving. I am constantly strengthening and deepening my knowledge through new research studies and adjusting approaches accordingly. If you have any questions or would like to introduce yourself please do not hesitate to contact me.
Scheduling An Appointment
Initial Consultation
Intake Appointment
A deep dive into your health history, presenting conditions, concerns & ways of living. Development of your Personalized Protocol will be based on your goals & vision of vitality.
$250
Initial Consultation
& Follow Up Visit
Discounted package includes Initial Consultation & a Follow Up visit for continued support with implementing lifestyle changes.
$290
Comprehensive
Care Package
Created to provide continued support & assist with modifications as primary goals are met & new goals are developed to address secondary presenting issues.
Ideal for individuals living with challenging conditions who would benefit from a multi-step plan
$485
Follow Up Visits
30 Minutes $60
Designed to provide support, answer questions and review any struggles you may be facing with implementing lifestyle changes.
60 Minutes $110
Follow Up Visits
Care Package
Discounted package for individuals who are seeking continued consistent support & modifications as they move forward in their healing journey.
$215
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If you, or a loved one, is experiencing financial hardship please contact me.
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