Herbs n' roses

Herbal Medicine & Aromatherapy

Telephone: (01673) 601057
Mobile (07725) 816951

 

Josephine L Johnston B.Sc (Hons) – Medical Herbalist

Hello, my name is Jo Johnston and I practice as an Medical Herbalist & Clinical Aromatherapist in Dunholme, Lincolnshire

I have always had a special interest in Plant Medicine having experienced their capacity for healing first-hand some 35 years ago and have never looked back. The power of Plants still amazes me and every day brings something new.

My Journey

Initially I trained as a Clinical Aromatherapist with Penny Price at the English School of Aromatherapy in Hinckley gaining Diploma in 2007. This in-depth course gave me the bug to study further and I decided to undertake the three year degree at the University of Lincoln and successfully gained a BSc (Hons) in Western Herbal Medicine in 2014. As a Medical Herbalist, I am trained not only to a high level in Herbal knowledge but also in orthodox clinical and diagnostic skills with over 500 hours of clinical practice. Training also involves the process and development of disease and how pharmaceutical drugs work and interact with herbal substances.
When prescribing Herbal medicines I take into account not only current research findings but also traditional  methods as I have a great respect for the knowledge gained over thousands of years by our ancestors. I continue to develop my knowledge of herbal and aromatic medicine through seminars and teaching aromatherapy and herbal medicine within my practice.
A personal holistic approach is used basing the medicine on a person’s individual story and lifestyle. Prescriptions are unique to each person and may include either herbal medicine, aromatic medicine or both. Plant medicine is living medicine; the constituents in plants called metabolites are the chemical components responsible for the therapeutic action of the plant. They work by regulating, restoring and generally harmonising with the body treating the whole person rather than the symptoms, this allows the body to restore wellness and balance. Signs and symptoms are just part of each person’s story, the herbalist will also want to know where you are in your life, how you live, what has happened to you and where you are going. The answers to these questions are all vital to understanding each individual and creating your own prescription. All conditions have a story, a cause, and a reason. A herbalist works in partnership with each individual and the herbs to create healing. Many of the herbal combinations used are based on centuries of traditional use supported by current scientific understanding. Using herbs as medicines help people to reconnect to life and living.

 

 

 

 


Herbal Medicine


Plants have been used as medicine for thousands of years, today it is estimated up to 60% of the World's population uses herbal medicine as their primary source of health care.
Most people have heard about Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Medicine however few are aware of our own western tradition originating in Greece and around the Mediterranean. This knowledge was passed down through the generations right up until the Industrial revolution in the 19th century.
Today herbalists use this traditional knowledge together with current scientific research when evaluating a patient's requirements for medicine.

 

Aromatherapy 

 
Aromatherapy is the ancient art of healing using essential oils, bringing about health, healing, wellbeing & balance. An essential oil is a concentrated liquid obtained from plants & trees. The oils heal you holistically; that is to say they treat your mind, body, emotions, & spirit. Every client is treated with an individual controlled blend of essential oils which are chosen to suit each person Essential oils have been used in perfumery, food flavouring and medicine for thousands of years. Long before they were first distilled in Persia, the Ancient Egyptians produced scented oils from frankincense, cedarwood and other plants - utilised by priests and perfumers alike.
However the term Aromatherapy was coined as recently as 1928 - by French chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, having gained popularity in the UK as beauty treatment during the 1960,s however increasing recognition of its therapeutic potential by orthodox health care professionals has made it one of our fastest growing complementary therapies over recent years.

Workshops & Courses


I do various workshops and courses through the year, here are a few examples.

An Introduction to Herbal Medicine
An Introduction to Aromatherapy
How being in nature helps mental health
Seasonal workshops using local herbs
Making syrups and teas
Blending your own perfumes
Making face and body products
Using clays, floral waters and oils
All about Roses
All about Lavender


Please check our Facebook pages for more information and prices

Saturday Club

A get together once a month for Therapists or those who are interested in learning about Plant medicine. This is for 2 hours and will include a short talk, refreshments and a raffle. Please refer to Facebook for up to date details.

 

Consultations

I initially offer an in depth consultation usually taking over 90 minutes. This enables me to build a picture of an individual taking into account not only their health issues but their lifestyle and personality.
Presenting complaint
Previous medical history of the patient and family history
Lifestyle and Diet
Blood Pressure and Pulse
Tongue diagnosis
Drug history and supplements
From this information it is then possible to tailor make an Herbal formulae for the patient. Lifestyle issues and nutritional may also be given.

 


The Follow Up


The patient is normally advised to return for a follow up appointment after 4 weeks. This is to assess how the patient has been doing and decide if the formula needs adjusting.
Prices
Initial Consultation - £50
Follow-up - £25
Medicine
Tincture is charged at £9.00per 100ml for the standard mix, therefore a Months supply (4 weeks) tincture is £36
It may be only necessary to prescribe flower essences, Creams, Ointments and Balms and other Topical blends: Price range £3-£15
Essential oils and hydrolats are sometimes incorporated into the Herbal Treatment or used in addition or instead of Medicine this will be discussed with the patient at the time.


In some circumstances it maybe necessary for the patient to be referred to their GP or another health professional.




Contact Us

Please contact by the following methods:-

Telephone - (01673) 601057

Mobile - 07725 816951

Email - jo@herbsnroses.co.uk