The first consultation involves being asked a lot of questions about your symptoms, past medical history and family medical history. Homeopaths are particularly interested in any unusual areas or traits or symptoms which are unique to you.

In this way, I build up a picture of you and your sensitivity to illness before carefully selecting the appropriate remedy. First consultations are usually 1-1½ hours for adults or 1 hour for children and babies. I prescribe homeopathic medicine, in the form of a sugar pill, either at the end of the consultation or soon after via the post with clear instructions on how to take it.

I like to see patients 1-4 weeks later to check on progress. Follow-ups are shorter, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Should you need to talk to me, in between appointments, I often have ‘call-in’ times during the week (check anwerphone 01225 851370). Also, I belong to a professional group practice which provides holiday cover, in the form of a locum homeopath, during the few occasions when I am not working. I don't work at weekends.

Charges include prescription of the remedy and any subsequent advice which can be discussed over the phone (01225 851370). However, I do charge extra for lengthier treatment over the phone at the rate of £20 (1-30 minutes) and £35 (30-60 minutes). Parents of patients are advised to keep a small kit of remedies at home.

These fees are payable by cash or cheque at the end of the consultation and are revised annually. I require a full working day's notice (ie 24 hours) if you decide to cancel. I do charge for missed appointments unless there is really good excuse.