home   contact us   facilities & access   gift vouchers   links   location & reception hours   spotlight   practise with us       Homeopathy - what is it? Homeopathy is a therapy that aims to aid our body's healing process by using diluted natural substances. These substances, in large quantities, would produce symptoms similar to the disease trying to be cured but as a smaller, purer quantity will help our body to heal itself by increasing natural energy. It is not the same as a vaccination which infects us with the disease but instead produces symptoms that are similar. Homeopathy uses animal and plant extracts, minerals and salts. Individual parts of these substances are then dissolved in alcohol and diluted further. Homeopaths believe that to benefit from the healing power of the substance it must be spread out across the whole solution and so it is shaken to activate the remedy and then converted into a pill form or as a cream, powder or tincture. One remedy is usually taken at a time but the remedy may contain a number of combinations. Homeopathic therapy can help the immune system to deal with a number of acute conditions like sore throats and fevers to chronic illnesses such as arthritis and asthma. Some remedies are available over the counter and a pharmacist can advise you on specific ones for your condition. Remedies are also available over the internet but these will not be tailored to your needs. What does it involve? Your first consultation with your homeopath will involve answering questions about your general health, any conditions you're suffering with and past history. The homeopath may ask about your emotional state, lifestyle and family medical history. The homeopath may also ask about any sensations, feelings or sleep patterns, in particular dreams that you have. Your therapy will take a holistic approach (meaning the whole body) so keep an open-mind and answer honestly. These factors all help the homeopath make a diagnosis and a decision about what remedies will best treat your condition and how to take them. Your homeopath may advise you to take the remedy half an hour after eating and to avoid strong foods or drink as these can cancel out the effects.     Is it right for you? Studies have shown Homeopathy to be a safe therapy when applied by a trained homeopath and can be used by people of all ages. The natural remedies used offer an alternative to pharmaceutical drugs and are safe, even for pregnant women, with no danger of addiction or toxic effects. Some Homeopaths have warned of symptoms worsening slightly before they improve but this situation is extremely rare. Cancer patients and anyone taking prescribed drugs should first discuss with their GP about Homeopathic therapy and also inform their homeopath during their first consultation.             Homeopathy can be used in the treatment of the following conditions:       Acne ADHD Allergies Anaemia Anxiety Arthritis Asthma Autism Bad Breath (Halitosis) Blood Pressure Body Odour (B.O.) Breathing Disorders Bronchitis Calcium Deficiency Childbirth Chronic Fatigue Chronic Pain Common Cold Depression Diarrhoea Digestive problems Ear ache Eating disorders Enurisis (bed wetting) Eczema Excessive Sweating Fertility issues Fever Fibroids Flu Hyperhydrosis Hay Fever Immune system dysfunction Menopausal symptoms Panic attacks Prostate problems Sinusitis Sore throat Stress Tiredness Tonsillitis Toothache Vomiting Whiplash         Practitioners        Marian Byham Member of the College of Practical Homeopathy Registered Member of the Society of Homeopaths Member of the Guild of Homeopaths Marian trained at the College of Homeopathy and then the College of Practical Homeopathy for four years followed by a two year postgraduate course at the Guild of Homeopaths. She has been actively involved in the proving of new remedies over a ten year period and these remedies are now used extensively in Homeopathic practices worldwide. Marian also works at the Helios Homeopathic Pharmacy (world-wide distributors of Homeopathic medicines) giving advice and dispensing the remedies and has worked there since 2000. Marian is particularly interested in treating children from babies to teenagers and working with pregnant mothers. Childbirth kits with instructions are available on request and Marian is happy to provide advice on appropriate remedies for childbirth and the early days and weeks immediately after the birth.   Can supply Homeopathic First Aid and Travel Kits. Marion also practises at the Natural Medicine Centre, 72 High Street, West Wickham, Kent. Tel: 020-8776-0444.     Price list: First 90 minute session Subsequent 45 minute sessions Children: First 90 minute session Subsequent 45 minute sessions £67 £42 £57 £37 Consultation prices includes the remedies and any telephone communication/support as necessary between appointments. Please enquire for concessionary rates.             Len Marlow B.Sc, MCH Member of the College of Homeopathy RSHom Registered Member of the Society of Homeopaths Len has been practising since 1990 and has been a practitioner at the GNHC since it's inception and also has a practice in Shropshire and supervises clinical training for The Homeopathy College. He trained at the College of Homeopathy and took a further qualification to enable him to register with The Society of Homeopaths. Len treats people who are in transition, adolescents and adults and has developed a style of working with whole families, parents and their young children, often starting during pregnancy . He is insured through the Society and abides by their code of ethics. The charges for appointments cover the cost of the appointment and the homoeopathic prescription. Len has set these charges to include occasional calls from clients between consultations. He also offers a service via the internet - for further information, see Len's website.     Price list: First 90 minute session Subsequent 45 minute sessions Children: First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions     £60 £45 £50 £35 Please enquire for concessionary rates.       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.