I have always been deeply interested in nature and plants and their relationship with people and animals. I lived in London for many years and it was there that I first learnt the wonderful world of food for free. My mother having been taught by her father taught me identification of many plants and mushrooms that I could eat safely. As time went on I realised that plants also can heal on many other levels. From healing minor first aid to easing emotional turmoil to treating chronic and very serious illness.
I first studied and obtained a BS honours degree in Classical civilisation with special interest in Greek mythology. This not only was inspirational in learning about herbal medicine due to the vast reference to herbal medicine. But also a deep study into the human psyche. In my early 20’s, I worked in the British Museum in the prehistoric department as assistant curator. A very interesting education and wonderful experience especially handling tools including pestle and mortar made by the first peoples to evolve on this land.
For many years I gave simple herbal teas and flower essences to family and friends. As time went by I wanted to learn more about the world of herbal medicine, especially due to my dream of opening up a healing centre.
I first completed a one year herbal medicine class with Nina Nissan in the late 1990’s. I then studied the BSc four year course at the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine. At this time practising aromatherapy massage, having completed therapeutic massage and aromatherapy diplomas at the Scottish School. I am also a member of The National Institute of Medical Herbalists.
I now have been working as a medical herbalist since 2004. Two and half years spent in a busy clinic at Napier's Glasgow. I joined The Practice in 2006, first working in the Southside of Glasgow, and then moving with them to Park Circus.
Professional and personal development enabling growth of knowledge is of great importance to me. I have studied with many different herbalists and healers over the years and continue to go to a range of lectures, seminars and courses taught by many inspiring people in their fields.
Connecting with the Spirit is important to me, it enables me to have a greater understanding of life. Different ways in which I do this are: taking part in many plant studies, sometimes studying one herb for 2-3 days. Being in Nature, Sweat lodges, fire walks and mountain walking.
I am also very interested in Yoga and have a great passion for dance and music esp song and drum, I believe that music and dance have powerful healing benefits. Even if one explores their musical ways in the comfort of their own home, healing will take place.
Growing plants is a wonderful experience, even without a garden I have over 20 herbs growing in pots on my steps and sills!
Herbal medicine is a wonderful world of healing, rebuilding and going forth.