home   contact us   facilities & access   gift vouchers   links   location & reception hours   spotlight   practise with us Herbal Therapy - what is it?         Herbal medicine is the oldest form of medicine known to man and used extensively around the world. It is also known as Botanical Medicine or Phytotherapy. It is the use of plant remedies in the treatment of disease and one of the most popular complementary therapies in the UK today. Many modern pharmaceutical drugs are based on herbs. In Herbal Therapy we combine both modern scientific research and traditional herbal therapy for optimum results. Many herbs have powerful medicinal properties and can also assist in maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle.     What happens during a consultation?     Medical Herbalists are trained in orthodox diagnostic skills. During the consultation a full case history is taken and any necessary physical examination will be made.  Your initial consultation will take approximately 50 minutes. Normally a follow up appointment will be made 2 to 6 weeks after the initial consultation and usually takes 30 minutes. We may also advise on diet and lifestyle if necessary and can treat people of all ages. If you are already taking medication or other treatment we always take this into consideration. It is important that you do not stop taking any current orthodox prescribed medicines without consulting your GP.     How many consultations will I need?       The number of consultations and frequency will depend on the nature of your condition and progress. It is difficult to predict accurately how long treatment will take as individual responses can vary. The longer you have been unwell the longer it is likely to take to restore better health. Most people feel positive changes within the first weeks of treatment followed by more gradual improvement over time.     What will be prescribed?     Your prescription will be prepared after the consultation and may be in the form of tinctures (alcohol based herbal extractions), herbal teas, creams or lotions. Prescriptions are made up within 1 to 2 days and either left at The Greenwich Natural Health Centre for collection or posted to you at home, whichever is more convenient. All remedies are free from animal products and, wherever possible,  from organic sources.              Herbal Therapy can be used to treat the following conditions:       Allergies. Asthma. Arthritis. Depression & stress related conditions. Circulation problems. Digestive problems. Eczema & other skin problems. Headache & migraine. High blood pressure. PMS & reproductive problems. Respiratory conditions.          Practitioners        Rupert Lander Lic. Ac. MBAcc I began my studies in Oriental Medicine in 1993 at the London College of Oriental Massage. I went on to train in Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin, Texas and at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading, Berks, where I graduated in acupuncture in 2003. I have been practising acupuncture in London for five years, in Greenwich and Borough. More recently I have qualified in Chinese Herbal Medicine, which is a wonderful adjunct to acupuncture.I supervise students undergoing clinical training in acupuncture. I am particularly interested in the clinical application of the Chinese medical classical texts, which provide the fundamental orientation of Chinese medicine practice. I am a member of the British Acupuncture Council, bound to abide by its code of ethics and fully insured. Rupert's web site     Price list: First 30 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions Subsequent 20 minute sessions Combination therapy: 45 minutes Herbal & Acupuncture £40 £40 £30 £55 All prices include 1 month's herbal prescription Please note: Payment for herbs (£15) by cash only please.             Rieko Oshima-Barclay Dip. Phytotherapy (Herbal Medicine). Dip. Holistic Massage & Aromatherapy. Advanced Cert. in Aromatherapy and Massage in Pregnancy. Rieko Oshima-Barclay is a qualified medical herbalist and a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (NIMH). The NIMH is the oldest body of practising medical herbalists in the world. Rieko is also an experienced massage practitioner, and has studied both Massage and Aromatherapy in Japan and the UK where she obtained an Advanced Certificate in Deep Tissue Massage, Holistic Medical Massage, Aromatherapy and Massage in Pregnancy. Rieko is a professional Reflexologist offering various combination treatments (herbs, Massage, Reflexology) according to clients needs. She is also a member of the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA) and also the Association of Reflexologists (AoR). The AoR is the leading professional organisation for practising Reflexologists and aims to ensure the highest standards of care for the public. Rieko has been working in the Medical Herbalist, Aromatherapy & Massage fields for more than ten years, including treatment, teaching and workshops in the UK and abroad. She has treated various health conditions with a good rate of success, in particular with women's health problems. To name a few examples, amongst other ailments she has worked with infertility, PCOS, menopause, PMS, allergic or skin problems and stress related conditions. Rieko's web site     Price list: First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions Children: First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions Combination therapies: Herbal Therapy & Aromatherapy First 90 minute session Subsequent 60 minute sessions Subsequent 30 minute sessions Herbal Therapy & Reflexology  First 90 minute session Subsequent 60 minute sessions £60 £50 £40 £40 £75 £65 £55 £70 £60 All prices include 1 month's herbal prescription             home       The Greenwich Natural Health Centre Neptune House 70 Royal Hill Greenwich London SE10 8RF Tel: 020 8691 5408 Directors: Carol Williams & Pat Truman de Reimers. Content copyright © 2005-2008 The Greenwich Natural Health Centre.