HELLO!
I am Debbie...I am a Herbalist
Hello and welcome to Find the Thyme! We work mainly with people who need support with anxiety, stress, hormonal dysfunction and digestive issues. Working collaboratively with people over several weeks or months depending on the support needed. Ideally what we aim to achieve is autonomy, you are in control of your health, we are here to guide you and give you the tools you need to get back on track.
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What is Naturopathy?
Naturopathy is the eclectic assembly of several disciplines and the holistic consideration of all parts of a person, their environment and their interaction within that environment. All aspects are considered before making assumptions or decisions about your imbalances and potential support requirements. So basically speaking, we ask you loads of questions so we can put together a road map of where you've been, where you are and where we would ideally like you to be. Yes we trawl through your diet with a fine tooth comb but don't worry if we need to make a food plan it won't be all spinach and chick peas I promise!
MY WORK
My Professional Development
I‘ve been working as a professional Naturopathic Practitioner since 2018 and I’ve never looked back. Find out about my training, qualifications and extensive work experience below.
HERBAL MEDICINE PRACTITIONER DipHE. (Herb), COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE (CNM)
August 2012 - June 2018
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Specialising in western herbal medicine materia medica and diagnostic skills, forms main matrix of knowledge, supported by:
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Excellent research skills
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Thorough case taking analytical skills
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Excellent anatomy and physiology knowledge
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Pharmacological knowledge and contraindications of herbal remedies
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​500 hours of herbal clinical practice
NATUROPATHIC PRACTITIONER DipHE. (Nat), COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE (CNM)
August 2012 - June 2018
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Naturopathic nutrition and lifestyle guidance
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Reiki level 1
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An insight into Ayurvedic medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Iridology
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TCM and allopathic diagnostic skills
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Detoxing of systems and organs
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE BSc
September 2014 - August 2018
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2000 hours of adult nursing practice
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A good insight into the extensive list of chronic diseases affecting the current populace and how both the allopathic and the holistic medicine model approach both short and long term treatment.
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​Feedback includes an appreciation of a dual perspective, an understanding of the current healthcare system and a person centred approach to treatment. With continuing professional development in Iridology, herbal and nutritional strategies for managing mental illnesses, the digestive system and the connection between the two.
A MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION OF NATUROPATHIC PRACTITIONERS AND THE GENERAL NATUROPATHIC COUNCIL
September 2018 - PRESENT
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The primary function of the ANP is to assist its members in maintaining the highest standard of competence. It offers a wide range of benefits to its members and safe, competent, well-trained professionals for the public.
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CPD training and continuing educational programmes hosted by the leading experts.
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The General Naturopathic Council has a long-standing reputation as a resource for people seeking highly qualified practitioners. Use our ‘Find a Practitioner’ register to locate one of our Registered Naturopaths or Associate Naturopaths.
To enable the public to have confidence in our naturopathic practitioners, in conjunction with the government agency Skills for Health, the GNC has developed National Occupational Standards for Naturopathic Practitioners. In order to be registered with the GNC, a practitioner must work in accordance with these high standards.