Homeopathy
Homeopathy (from the Greek meaning 'similar suffering') is an effective and scientific system of healing, which assists the natural tendency of the body to heal itself. It recognises that all symptoms of ill health are expressions of disharmony within the whole person and that it is the patient who needs treatment and not the disease. Homeopathy has been established for more than 200 years.
Marguerite Ashman BSc RSHom is a member of The Society of Homeopaths; as such practises in accordance with a strict Code of Ethics and Practice. She holds professional insurance and has passed the stringent academic and clinical assessments that have allowed her to be admitted to the register.
Homeopathic remedies, properly prescribed, are safe and can be given to pregnant women, babies and children. This is because only a minute amount of the active ingredient is used in a specially prepared form.
Marguerite is able to give you a homeopathic medicine or remedy that matches your symptoms as you experience them. This also takes account of you as a person - your individual characteristics emotionally as well as physically.
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We offer a free initial consultation to assess your needs and discuss how homeopathy can help you.
Just call us on 01420 479502 to make an appointment.
How it Works
Homeopathic remedies work by stimulating the body's own healing power. This stimulus will assist your own system to clear itself of any symptoms of imbalance. The aim is to get you to a level of health so that eventually you will need less frequent treatment.
In order to find the right remedy for you as an individual we will need to know all about you. A detailed understanding of who you are, along with any complaints and details of how you experience them, is needed to assess your case correctly. So, anything you can tell us that is typical of who you are will help this process. Finding out about your general energy level, your past medical history and the way you live are also important. Anything you say will be treated in the strictest confidence. The initial consultation may last an hour or more.
Once we have established the right treatment for you, we will give you a homeopathic remedy usually in the form of a tablet or tablets. Very occasionally we may use powders that should be allowed to dissolve in your mouth. A liquid rememdy may also be given with instructions for administration.
It is vital that you tell us if you are taking any other medicine or supplement that has been prescribed by your doctor or other consultant, as these may affect the homeopathic prescription we offer.
Once treatment starts you may feel a period of extreme well-being and optimism, or, you may experience your symptoms getting worse, a cold, a rash or discharge. Both effects means your system is going through a clearing out stage, however if you are concerned at any stage we can be contacted for immediate advice.
The length of treatment depends on the sort of illness you have and you as an individual. Homeopathy cures from the inside and often outer symptoms (e.g. skin complaint) are the last to clear.
Back to topPregnancy & Childbirth
Homeopathy is ideal for women in their child bearing years as it is a gentle, yet highly effective, system of medicine. Homeopathic medicines are safe for your growing baby because only a minute amount of the active ingredient is used in their preparation.
Homeopathic treatment can help physical and emotional changes experienced in pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, mild urinary problems, diarrhoea, heartburn, anaemia, varicose veins, backache, cramps, thrush or emotional distress. Stimulating your vitality in pregnancy will automatically benefit your baby.
We can advise on the best remedy for possible problems during labour (slow dilating cervix, pain, excessive bleeding, retained placenta or other difficulties). In addition we can suggest homeopathic treatments for immediately after the birth to speed up healing or assist with breast feeding difficulties.
We will prescribe the right remedy for your particular needs and advise on how often and for how long it should be taken.
Back to topBabies & Children
Homeopathy is ideal for babies and children as it is a gentle, yet highly effective, system of medicine. Mildly sweet pills, powders or liquids are easy to dispense and more palatable than conventional medicines. The highly diluted natural substances that form homeopathic remedies mean that are safe to use in the very young, including new born babies. Homeopathy can help when your child is ill and also in the prevention of illness.
Homeopathy works fast in children because they are full of vitality; acute conditions such as ear infections, tonsillitis and flu can often be resolved rapidly using the right remedies and often avoiding the need for conventional medicines.
We can usually assist in the effective resolution of the following:
- Teething
- Colic
- Nappy rash
- Ear ache
- Fever
- Coughs & colds
- Vomiting
- Bumps & bruises
- Cradle cap
- Sleep problems
- Digestive trouble
- Pain
- Recurrent infections
- Asthma & eczema
- Menstrual problems in teenagers
- Acne in teenagers
- Developmental & behavioural problems
Stress, Anxiety & Depression
Homeopathy can provide an excellent early intervention for emotional stress caused by grief, shock, abandonment, disappointment or major-life changes such as moving home. When an illness has become chronic, homeopathy can help rebalance the mind and emotions.
Homeopathy is a holistic therapy that aims to help mind and body; helping both the emotional and physical symptoms of mental health problems.
Remedies used do not pose toxicity problems and are not addictive. Remedies can be safely used alongside other forms of medical treatment.
Back to topMenopause
Symptoms of the menopause can include hot flushes, night sweats, headaches, emotional moods and falling libido. These are due to hormonal changes in the body. Homeopathy is an alternative to the traditional medical prescription of HRT (hormone replacement therapy) to treat the symptoms of the menopause.
We will assess your physical, mental and emotional state before recommending an appropriate course of homeopathic treatment for you.
Back to topMen
In our culture men can often lead stressful lives, but are less careful about looking after their health compared to women. Physical, mental and emotional health can all be affected in men, but often they can be at a crisis stage before help is sought.
Homeopathic medicine aims to stimulate and strengthen the immune system and thereby helps the body's natural tendency to heal itself. It can be used alongside conventional medicines. Often men can find a particularly appropriate therapy in homeopathy, which addresses them on a mental, emotional or physical level. In addition, homeopathy is particularly effective for the following mens health problems:
- Skin disorders
- Respiratory conditions
- Circulatory conditions
- Digestive problems
- IBS
- Migraines
- Stress & anxiety
- Impotence or erectile dysfunction.
All information on this page kindly supplied by The Society of Homeopaths.
