Where Herbal Medicine Meets Psychological Therapy

Every herbal consultation with me will be influenced by my background in clinical psychology and psychotherapy. For some people, additional psychological support can help understand how past experiences, current stress and longstanding emotional patterns are affecting their health and wellbeing.

I offer two ways of working that combine professional training in psychology, psychotherapy, and herbal medicine:

  • Short-term holistic psychotherapy

  • Nature based therapy

Rather than asking, “What is wrong with you?” we explore together what has happened to you, and what you need now.

Starting therapy is a significant step in your journey to wellness but can feel daunting. You are welcome to get in touch for a free initial conversation to explore whether this way of working feels right for you

  • A focused package of seven sessions designed to help you understand what may be keeping you stuck and create meaningful change.

    This work is formed by Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic model that explores how past experiences and current circumstances shape the difficulties you are facing today.

    You may benefit from this work if you are experiencing:

    • repeating patterns or habits that limit your health

    • repeating relationship patterns

    • stress or burnout

    • health anxiety

    • challenging life transitions

    Short-term psychotherapy is not appropriate for everyone. If you have a severe, chronic, or complex mental health condition - for example, chronic depression, a history of complex trauma, or complex emotional needs – longer-term therapy is indicated. 

    Short-term work is also not appropriate if you are currently having thoughts of harming yourself or ending your life; if that's the case, please contact your GP, NHS 111, or the Samaritans (116 123) for support better suited to your needs.

  • Session 1 – Initial Psychological Assessment
    A space to explore what has brought you here, what support you are looking for, and whether this feels like the right approach for you at this time.

    You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and decide whether you feel comfortable working with me.

    Session 2 – Holistic Health Assessment
    A full health assessment to help me understand your health and wellbeing more broadly and create a personalised herbal prescription.

    Sessions 3–6 – Understanding Patterns and Creating Change
    Together we identify recurring emotional or relational patterns that may be keeping you stuck.

    We create a shared visual map of these patterns, helping you recognise old cycles with greater clarity and begin finding new ways forward.

    The aim is to support sustainable change, greater self-understanding, and a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

    Final health review - This is to check how you are getting on with the herbal medicine and adjust the treatment plan if necessary.  Further follow up appointments for health and herbal medicine reviews can be booked as required.

    Sessions are typically weekly, but fortnightly sessions can be negotiated.

  • For many people, therapy can feel easier when moving side-by-side in nature rather than sitting face-to-face in a room.

    Walking outdoors helps regulate the nervous system, process difficult feelings, and allow thoughts and reflections to emerge more naturally.

    There is an abundance of research evidencing the healing power of nature. You may also find your attention drawn to a particular plant or landscape that offers insight into your situation.

    You may benefit from this work if you are experiencing:

    • chronic stress or burnout

    • a feeling of disconnection from the natural world

    • challenging life transitions

    • anxious thoughts or feelings of tension in your body

    This approach is not appropriate for everyone. If you have a severe, chronic, or complex mental health condition - for example, chronic depression, a history of complex trauma, or complex emotional needs – longer-term structured therapy is indicated.

    This approach is also not appropriate if you are currently having thoughts of harming yourself or ending your life; if that's the case, please contact your GP, NHS 111, or the Samaritans (116 123) for support better suited to your needs.

  • Session 1 – Initial Psychological Assessment
    We begin with an indoor consultation to explore your needs and whether nature based therapy is the right fit for you.

    Session 2 – Holistic Health Assessment
    A full health assessment to help me understand your health and wellbeing more broadly and create a personalised herbal prescription.

    Ongoing Sessions:

    • 50 minute outdoor nature based therapy sessions

    • Gentle walking pace

    • Routes adapted for comfort and accessibility

    • Frequent breaks to pause and reflect

    Sessions are typically weekly, but fortnightly sessions can be negotiated.

    Health review follow up sessions can be booked as required.

    • 10-minute initial no obligation phone consultation - free

    • Initial psychological assessment (90 mins)- £140

    • Full health assessment (90 mins) - £140

    • Therapy session (50 mins) - £100

    • Health review (50 mins) - £100

    Herbal medicines are charged separately.

    Payment by bank transfer is expected at the time of booking. Cash is also welcome and can be paid at the time of the consultation.

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