1. What can I expect from my first consultation?
Your first visit with Gillian could be quite lengthy. The average first visit is about one to one and a half hours. The reason for this is to gather as much information about your illness /condition, how long and how it affects you. Gillian will also ask you about your lifestyle, interests, temperament, attitude and disposition. For the homeopath to find the most appropriate similimum {remedy that has the best affinity to your symptoms) all this information plays a large part of the consultation. Follow up consultations are usually shorter depending on the circumstances and progress of the patient.
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2. How is it possible to decide on a remedy young children and babies?
When a consultation for a child or infant is involved, Gillian uses a combination of information from parent/guardian and her own observation of the child in the behaviour and reaction during the time of the consultation. For an older or more articulate child she tries to allow the child to give his/her own events of the situation then asks the parent/ guardian for their input.
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3. Until what age is it necessary for a parent or guardian to accompany a child or teenager?
All children under the age of sixteen must be accompanied by parent/guardian or other suitable adult.(Written consent must be obtained from parent/guardian).
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4. Can I claim a rebate from my insurance company?
Many health insurance companies will give rebates for visits to homeopaths. Please check your individual policies for details. Receipts are generally given at point of payment; if you do not receive your receipt please ask for one.
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5. What is Homeopathy?
Homeopathy is a gentle yet highly effective system of medicine that uses naturally occurring substances in the form of remedies to stimulate the body’s own healing power. It is suitable for everyone, even sensitive patients, from pregnancy and birth through childhood and older age.
6. How does homeopathy work?
Homeopathy works by stimulating the body’s own natural ability to heal itself. Although gentle, the results can be powerful and long lasting. When a remedy is given by a homeopath, it is an individualised prescription based on the totality of your symptoms, taking into account your physical, mental and emotional state.
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7. What can homeopathy be used for?
The symptoms of many conditions can be alleviated effectively with Homeopathy, whether they are consequences of trauma, short term illnesses or chronic conditions. It is not possible to list all the ailments where homeopathy has been found of great benefit, some of the more common ailments encountered and the use of homeopathic medicines found successful are Anxiety, Stress, insomnia, depression, fatigue ,headaches, period & fertility problems, pregnancy related conditions, menopause, children's illnesses , E.N.T & eye conditions, bone & joint conditions and skin conditions. It may also be very effective where no specific diagnosis has been given.
8. Do I have to eat a meal before taking a homeopathic medicine is taken /given
The ideal time to take a homeopathic remedy is about 15 minutes before or after food. This does not mean you must have a meal first, just ensure that you leave sufficient time for the remedy to be absorbed before you take anything that might affect or inhibit the remedy from working.
9. I have heard that toothpaste and other substances can stop a homeopathic remedy from working?
Some products can affect the efficacy of homeopathic remedies and might antidote the remedy(stop it working) its possible that products with a strong smell or taste may do this, so it is recommended that you would use a gentle possibly a herbal or childrens toothpaste if you show signs that the remedy chosen for you may be counteracted by such substances. Sometimes strong odours and perfumes can also affect a remedy. It is recommended tht you stop or reduce using these items until it is possible to see how well a remedy is working.
10. Can I take the homeopathic medicine alongside any regular medicines I may have purchased or have been prescribed for me.
If you are on medication prescribed by your GP/ Specialist, it is important that you continue with these unless the person who prescribed them is aware and has instructed you on how and when to stop. I always suggest that you would take your homeopathic medicine at a different time of day from any other medications.
11. Do you count vitamins and supplements as medication
Yes. Vitamins and supplements and any other products such as otc painkillers, rubs and gels are all considered as medications and it is important to tell the homeopath of anything you use.
