Herbal Medicine and Nutrition
About Alex Page - Herbalist
Alex began her studies in Herbal Medicine and Nutrition in 1998, and has been a registered Herbalist since 2001. Alex came to study herbs after a successful career as a chef, graduating top of her class at the Cordon Bleu Culinary College and enjoying ten years in the kitchen. Her knowledge and love of food and nutrition and desire to help others led her to study the healing power of plants and herbs.
It was during the first year of her studies in Herbal Medicine that she realized the huge healing potential of the plants that she was being introduced to. Every system in the body, from Reproductive to Nervous System can benefit from the support of Herbal Medicine.
Spending five years at Bayside Natural Health Centre in Double Bay, and her exposure to a diverse range of clients and conditions led to a continuation of learning of Natural Medicines: what works and why. She developed a no nonsense approach to her patients and cared for them so that they can heal completely. Rather than over-prescribing dozens of supplements she believes there is a more natural approach to treating the presenting condition by looking at foods, lifestyle, sleep patterns, stress, exercise and a complete patient history. In late 2006 Alex decided to open her own clinic in Bondi, Deep Holistic Therapies. As well as maintaining the busy Therapeutic Massage business, she consults in Herbal Medicine, Nutrition and Bach Flower Essences. Alex aims to inform the patient and educate them on what she will be prescribing and why to give them a real understanding of their condition and how to take care of themselves. Alex's clinic offers full consultations or you can also pop in for a mini consult or chat and she can prescribe Natural Medicines to you on the spot.
What is herbal medicine?
Herbal medicine been used for centuries by many different cultures to treat and prevent almost every disease. Medicinal herbs contain ingredients that, when used correctly, support the body's natural ability to heal. The pharmaceutical industry began to isolate these active ingredients and made them available in a purified form, known to us as pharmaceutical medicines/drugs.
Herbalists use herbs differently. We know that the plants also contain other compounds that act synergistically to balance the actions of the herb. The combination of carefully chosen herbal extracts, dietary advice and lifestyle recommendations frequently proves effective in relieving ill health and promoting self -repair. Feeling better in ones self and improved vitality are often early results of treatment.
We prescribe herbs specific to your individual needs, in the form of a tincture (liquid), tablet or capsule, and teas. We also use Bach flower essences to enhance the treatment.
What conditions can herbal medicine treat?
Acute as well as chronic illness may benefit from herbal treatment, and conditions that respond well include:
Common children's complaints ( recurrent cold and flu, ear infections)Gastrointestinal disorders
Chronic or recurrent infections
Building immunity for all ages
Stress related nervous conditions
Rheumatic and arthritic problems
High cholesterol
Low energy/ stamina
Health in old age
What happens in a consultation?
The first consultation is for approx 90 mins. In this time we hope to gain a clear understanding of your state of health and provide you with an initial treatment that will include herbs and nutritional advice. Please bring details of medicines/supplements that you are taking and results of any relevant medical investigations.
A follow up consultation is usually 2-3 weeks after your initial one, and depending on what has taken place will be around 40 mins. We discuss the progress of the treatment and any changes that have taken place, and additional herbs will be prescribed in accordance to your condition. From here we monitor the condition as needed, and discuss any other issues you may wish to address.
Prices
Initial consultation $90
follow up consultations $50
Deep Holistic Therapies | Shop 6 113-115 Hall Street Bondi Beach | Phone 9300 6583
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