Consultations

What does a consultation involve?

The initial appointment provides an opportunity to 'tell your story'. A full case history is taken, and from there a programme of treatment can be commenced which is not only compatible with the individual's requirements and lifestyle, but will assist in bringing about the desired changes in health and wellbeing. Practitioner support is available for as long as required.

How long does a consultation last?

Quite a lot of information is taken at the first appointment in order for an accurate assessment to be made and to put an appropriate programme of treatment in place. Clients should allow 1- 1 1/2 hours for their first appointment and 45 minutes to 1 hour for subsequent appointments.

When will I notice any improvements?

This will depend on a number of factors, including your age, the nature of your health problem and how long your symptoms have been present. For some clients, a positive improvement can be observed within two days of their first appointment. For other clients, results may take a little longer.

Is Nutritional Therapy for me?

Nutritional Therapy is a natural and holistic treatment with a wide range of applications.

What to Expect

• Please feel free to telephone during office hours to discuss your requirements, although I can not give specific advice over the phone, I will be able to give you an idea of my approach and if your issues can be helped through nutrition

• Understanding your current intake is very important, I will normally send you comprehensive intake form and one-week diet diary and ask you to return it to me before your first appointment. If your matter is urgent then it is possible for me to gather this information during your visit.

• During the initial consultation, a careful history of the complaint and a personal health history will be taken. We will discuss initial ideas around the treatment plan and first steps to take. You will then be given a detailed and personal treatment plan to follow. There will also be time for any questions you may have.

• A second consultation approximately 1-4 weeks later will look at your initial progress and how the treatment plan if working. The first stages are the most important so we will review what is working and what changes are needed.

• Follow-up Appointments: If it is necessary for you have a follow-up appointment then this is usually within two-four weeks of the second consultation, this is used to assess the effectiveness of your treatment plan and make any changes or improvements based on your progress.