Family Homeopathy in Wimbledon

What is homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a form of alternative medicine. It is based on the principle that "like cures like", meaning that a substance which can induce an illness can also be used to cure this illness. An example of such a substance would be coffee: As a beverage coffee may induce insomnia, but as a homeopathic remedy it is used to treat insomnia.

Homeopathy recognises that illness is a whole-person process. In practice, this means that symptoms will always be put into the perspective of the whole patient's medical and personal history. In this way homeopathy is a truly wholistic therapy, and it very much concentrates on helping the body to heal itself.

Homeopathic remedies are mostly prepared from plant or mineral substances which have been diluted and succussed (potentized by shaking). The finished products are supplied in either tablet or liquid form.

A homeopathic consultation involves a thorough investigation of the patient's health and personal history. This is most important, as homeopathy recognises that any unresolved event – emotional or physical – may cause a lasting imbalance which will eventually be expressed in physical illness.

The consultation may last up to 1.5 hours and gives the patient plenty of time to explain his symptoms and emotional or mental accompanying state.

Homeopathy for babies and toddlers

happy-baby Babies and toddlers respond wonderfully well to homeopathy. Their vitality is usually very high and they have not yet been affected much by environmental influences. Besides treatment of the most common infant and toddler complaints, the most satisfying task is the strengthening of baby’s immune system in a safe and completely natural way. Preventing and treating fevers and infections without antibiotics must be every mother’s dream, and with homeopathy this dream may become reality. In addition, every well-prescribed homeopathic remedy serves to bring out the best in a child, and after a course of treatment a sudden leap in development may be observed.

Homeopathy can treat the following typical baby and toddler complaints: Colic, teething, nappy rash, feeding problems, sleeping problems, night terrors, vaccination reactions, slow achievement of milestones, ear/nose/throat infections, recurrent infections, common childhood diseases, poor immunity, eczema, asthma, hayfever, allergies, molluscum, warts and verrucas.

Homeopathy for children

happy-child Children are full of vitality and they are very responsive to homeopathic treatment. It is wonderful to observe the change in a child after a course of treatment, be it for typical physical childhood complaints or for emotional issues to do with starting school. School age brings with it recurrent infections and unexplained aches and pains that are often due to anxieties around adjusting to school routine. This is an age where homeopathy can do its very important work of developing and consolidating a child’s immune system before the hormonal battleground of puberty takes over. Visible skin complaints and other limiting conditions such as asthma and learning difficulties should be addressed before puberty, so that any emotional issues naturally occurring during puberty will not be inflated by any residual conditions leftover from childhood.

Homeopathy can treat the following common childhood complaints: headaches, abdominal pain, nightmares, ear/nose/throat infections, recurrent infections, common childhood diseases, poor immunity, eczema, asthma, hayfever, allergies, molluscum, warts and verrucas, anxiety, learning difficulties, dyslexia, attention deficit, Asperger’s and autism.

Homeopathy for adolescents

happy-child Adolescence is a time when homeopathy can help tremendously. Any emotional insecurities and behavioural issues arising solely due to hormonal surges can be kept to a minimum with the help of the gentle and natural messages contained in homeopathic remedies. It is at this time that innocence is lost and the young person must adjust their view of the world completely afresh. Nothing they knew seems true anymore and so it is only natural that confusion sets in. This confusion on a mental and emotional level is often mirrored on the physical level by hormonal confusion, with girls suffering from period problems and boys worrying about skin conditions. Weight issues may lead to eating disorders, and stress at school and university may produce glandular fever and later ME. Homeopathy at this time brings relief to minor and major ailments and may help to transform a miserable youth into a blossoming young person full of motivation and joy of life.

Homeopathy can treat the following typical complaints of adolescents: acne, hormonal imbalances, female problems, male development, confidence issues, anxiety, glandular fever, ME, eating disorders.

Homeopathy for women

happy-woman Women have their very own sets of issues to do with the delicate interplay of several female hormones. Homeopathy is of tremendous value in rebalancing a woman’s menstrual cycle gently soothing PMS and PMT. In addition, women have the pleasure of giving birth, and so looking after pregnancy and birthing as well as caring for a new mother is one of the most rewarding tasks that homeopathy may be presented with. There are several remedies helping with common pregnancy complaints such as heartburn, morning sickness and oedema, and special remedies for speeding up labour or turning a breech baby. After the birth homeopathy can help with exhaustion and post-natal depression, gently rebalancing and promoting wellness.

Homeopathy is also of value when a woman has difficulties conceiving due to hormonal imbalances, blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, polycystic ovaries, or even in unexplained infertility. In cases where IVF treatment is planned, homeopathy can help preparing the womb and ovaries to increase the likelihood of success.

Homeopathy can treat the following female complaints: PMT/PMS, menstrual cycle irregularities, female hormone imbalance, endometriosis, fibroids, polycystic ovaries, vaginal infections, PAP smear test abnormalities, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, skin problems, pregnancy care, birthing care, insomnia, headaches.

Homeopathy for men

happy-child Men may be helped with homeopathy in various ways. Working men are subject to various pressures such as being able to financially support their family and competition at the work place. Society expects men to be confident and in control, and most of all not to complain about any problems they may have. These factors interplay and can produce high levels of stress, which may bring with it physical complaints such as frequent infections, digestive disorders, headaches, irritability, skin problems and feelings of anxiety and overwhelm. Homeopathy can help in a major way to reduce tension and stress related complaints, as well as refreshing and rejuvenating the whole person to bring back motivation and joy of life.

Homeopathy can treat the following male complaints: Stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, digestive complaints, headaches, skin problems, prostate enlargement, male fertility.

Homeopathy for the elderly

elderly-couple Homeopathy is well suited for common complaints of the elderly. Unfortunately, this time of life is often overshadowed by gradually advancing ailments which can limit a person’s enjoyment of their newly found spare time. The list of prescription medications can grow very long and each one can cause side-effects which in turn need more medication. Homeopathy can bring relief to general symptoms such as insomnia and digestive complaints and so may reduce the need for over the counter drugs. But even some specific ailments such as leg ulcers, arthritis and some weaknesses of the heart may be greatly improved. Most of all, homeopathy can raise general energy levels and bring back a sense of well-being, and so is of great value at this time of life when a person may wish to keep up with their grandchildren.

Homeopathy can help the following complaints of the elderly: Digestive complaints, insomnia, grief and bereavement, anxiety, memory loss, dementia, high blood pressure, heart conditions, arthritis, leg ulcers, poor immunity and recurring infections.

What homeopathy can do for you

Homeopathy treats acute infections of ear/nose/throat, chest, urinary tract, and skin, plus fever, and general malaise.
Homeopathy is recommended particularly in chronic complains such as eczema, asthma, chronic cough, and ME.
Homeopathy can address female complaints such as period problems, cycle irregularities and infertility in a safe and natural way.
Homeopathy can be employed preventatively to strengthen a person’s resistance to disease.
Homeopathy can speed up recovery from operations, accidents and injuries.
Homeopathy can be applied to any named disease as well as to unexplained symptoms or conditions without known cause.
Homeopathy improves sleep, energy, mood, and general outlook on life, thereby changing the quality of life in a dramatic way.
Homeopathy works very well for infants and children, because their young age brings with it a relatively “clean” system which responds to treatment quickly and in an uncomplicated way.
Homeopathy gives the elderly a complementary option alongside their medical treatments by reducing side-effects and improving general well-being.
Homeopathy addresses mental and emotional concerns, and so is a gentle therapy for resolving any trauma, past or present.
Homeopathy has been developed to include modern methods which enable homeopaths to address the deepening chronic disease conditions we see today.

What happens during a homeopathy consultation?

There are no physical examinations. Instead, you are encouraged to explore the nature of your complaint through a set of guided questions.
The consultation takes the form of a conversation between client and practitioner, with even the most apprehensive person soon relaxing and enjoying the process.
Areas such as inheritance, life-style, past and present emotional states, as well as personal likes and dislikes are explored to arrive at a complete picture of you as an individual.
The homeopathic practitioner has nearly 2000 homeopathic remedies to choose from and so needs a considerable amount of time to find the best match for you as an individual.
The initial consultation takes up to 2 hours. Follow-up consultations take about 45 mins.

What does the treatment entail?

The treatment is given in the form of homeopathic remedies. These can be supplied in tablet or liquid form and may need to be taken monthly, weekly, or daily, for a set amount of time.
One week after the consultation I encourage you to give me feedback (free of charge) via email or telephone to ensure the remedies are working as intended.
As part of the treatment, you may notice subtle changes in your physical, mental, or emotional state. My modern approach minimises unpleasant healing reactions whilst ensuring a gradual and gentle improvement.

How long will the treatment take?

This depends on the nature of the complaint and your individual make-up.
At the end of the first consultation, I aim to give a prognosis as to the likely length of treatment.
As a rough guide, a complaint that has been present for 3 years may take 3 months to clear up, and a complaint that has been present for 10 years may take 10 months to clear up.

How often do I need to come and see you?

This depends on your individual state of health, but in most cases I initially recommend monthly visits to ensure gradual progress.

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