Can you explain simply what is involved in homeopathy?

It can be used to treat everything and anything.

It begins with a private and confidential consultation where I will ask you lots of questions about the ailment you would like help with, and about yourself as a person.

Following this, I will go and do some work on your case, and prescribe the best suited remedy based on all the information I got during the consultation.

You will take this in pill or dropper form, either daily/weekly/monthly, depending on your unique prescription, until our next appointment.

During a follow up appointment a few weeks later we will discuss changes, and make a plan for a new remedy if needed at that stage. The idea is that we would like to see improvements since your last appointment, which is slowly bringing your health back to a balanced state of health, therefore showing less and less symptoms of your particular ailment.

What conditions can homeopathy treat?

It would be impossible to list all types of ailments for which people seek homeopathic treatment, but some of the more common ailments encountered are:

Sports Injuries (Broken bones, ligament/muscle/tendon injuries, etc)
Physical Ailments (Headaches, respiratory issues, skin issues, hay fever, joint issues, digestive/ urinary issues, etc)
Emotional/ Mental Ailments (Anxiety, fears, depression, panic, etc)
Fertility/ Pregnancy/ Hormonal Issues (Low AMH, thyroid issues, hormonal inbalances, pregnancy support, labour support, etc)
Babies/ Children (teething, colic, coughs, colds, tantrums, fears, etc)
Plus many many more

What is a remedy?

Homeopathy uses remedies made from sources such as various plant, animal and mineral substances. They are made through a process called potentisation, which enhances the substances curative effects whilst removing all side effects.
Homeopathic remedies are safe, gentle and effective and can be used safely in conjunction with conventional medicine.
Homeopathic remedies come in liquid or pill format and they are easy to administer and full instruction will be given.

Can homeopathy work alongisde conventional medicine?

Yes professionally prescribed homeopathic remedies can be used safely in conjunction with conventional medications. Do make sure to tell me about any medication you are currently taking. Do not attempt to reduce your medication without discussion and supervision from your doctor or health care provider.

Is it safe during pregnancy and for babies?

Homeopathy is a gentle and natural remedy system of healing, suitable for everyone including pregnant women and even new born infants. It can be helpful for women suffering many physical and emotional problems relating to conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum conditions. Homeopathic remedies can also help women to restore balance from the effects of miscarriage including excessive bleeding, insomnia, exhaustion, and anxiety.
Homeopathic remedies are energetic medicines which gently boost the body’s own healing powers. They are therefore safe to use during pregnancy without fear of toxicity or side effects.

Can you treat children?

Yes, it is suitable to treat from birth. Homeopathy is a safe and effective form of treatment for a variety of ailments that babies and children can experience. Some examples are day to day issues such as coughs/colds/burns/falls, to more long term ailments such as behavioural issues, anxiety, fears, respiratory, sleep, to name a few.

The consultation would be with parent/guardian predominantly to get details about the baby/child and their history. It can be helpful to see them also during this appointment, even for a few minutes, but I will discuss the best approach with you prior to the appointment.

Is homeopathy covered by health insurance?

Irish Insurers covering homeopathic treatment:

Laya Healthcare
Irish Life Health
Hospital Saturday Fund

Please check with your provider and plan, if homeopathic treatment is covered.

How do I know if I need a full consultation, or an acute appointment?

Acute appointments are suitable for ailments that are new, and have an end in sight, but need some help in clearing and healing.

Examples: Recent sport injury, cough, cold, burn, allergic reaction, sprain, broken bone, etc.

Full Consultation is essential for any condition that is going on for a few months/ years, or something that recurs a few times over a year. It is essential to get the full picture of the patient for these types of conditions so that we get the best possible healing results.

Examples: Skin conditions, respiratory conditions, hormonal inbalances, anxiety/depression, chronic pain of any kind, headaches, hay fever, digestive/urinary issues, long term diagnosis of any kind.

What is homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a unique system of medicine that has been practiced worldwide for nearly 250 years, offering a gentle yet powerful approach to healing. At its core, homeopathy is based on the principle of "like cures like" - the idea that a substance which can produce certain symptoms in a healthy person can also stimulate the body's own healing mechanisms to alleviate those same symptoms in someone who is unwell. This concept, derived from the Greek words "homoios" meaning "similar" and "pathos" meaning "suffering," forms the philosophical foundation of homeopathic treatment.

The human body is an incredible, self-regulating system, constantly striving to maintain balance and equilibrium. However, various stresses and imbalances we encounter in our daily lives can sometimes overwhelm and weaken our immune defenses. When this happens, the body works tirelessly to restore that vital homeostasis, but it may need a little extra support. This is where homeopathic remedies come into play. Prepared from highly diluted natural substances, these remedies are designed to gently stimulate the body's innate healing abilities, guiding the immune system back towards optimal function. What makes homeopathy so unique is that the remedies are tailored to the individual, taking into account their unique physical, mental, and emotional symptoms to find the precise "match" that will catalyze the healing process.

Unlike conventional medications that may mask symptoms or produce unwanted side effects, homeopathic treatments work at an energetic level to restore balance, without the risk of toxicity. This makes them remarkably safe for use by people of all ages, from delicate infants to the elderly. By supporting the body's self-regulatory mechanisms, homeopathic remedies empower the individual to heal from within, addressing the root cause of imbalance rather than merely treating the outward manifestations of disease. It is this profound respect for the body's inherent wisdom that has made homeopathy a trusted, time-honored system of natural healthcare for generations.