Flora Scott
About Flora:
Flora is a qualified medical herbalist with a lifelong fascination for plants. Flora has a background in horticulture and organic herb growing, which inspired her deep passion for herbal medicine. Flora trained as a professional medical herbalist with ‘Betonica School of Herbal Medicine’ for four years, graduating with distinction. This rigorous training covered in-depth studies of Materia medica, clinical skills, pathology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, nutrition and over 500 hours of clinical training. As a member of the professional body, ‘The National Institute of Medical Herbalists’, Flora follows their strict ethical standards in her practice and undertakes regular continuing professional development. Aside from treating patients, Flora enjoys teaching and sharing knowledge about herbal medicine through educational herb walks and workshops she runs and also teaches on a professional herbal medicine training diploma.
About Herbal Medicine:
Herbal medicine is the use of plants as medicines. Plants contain powerful compounds that can be utilised as medicine. Modern Herbal Medicine uses the most up-to-date research to inform its practice and combines medical knowledge with the scientific understanding of plant medicines. Medical herbalists are trained to prescribe medicinal plants to treat health concerns. They can safely prescribe herbal remedies that can be taken alongside other medications and treatments. Herbal medicine is prescribed in various forms, including teas, tinctures, capsules and topical applications such as creams. Alongside prescribing herbal medicine, Medical Herbalists often recommend lifestyle and dietary changes to further support health. Medical Herbalists take a holistic approach to healthcare, aiming to identify and address the underlying causes of illness and tailor treatment to each patient’s individual needs, rather than focusing solely on symptom management. Herbal medicine can require patience and commitment, but can provide long-term benefits for those who choose to work with it. Flora supports individuals with a wide range of health concerns, including but not limited to the following:
The Skin: eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis & acne .
Digestion: Indigestion, IBS, Chron’s, colitis .
Reproductive system: period pain, PCOS, menopausal symptoms, endometriosis .
Urinary system: UTIs .
Joints and muscles: arthritis, strains, fibromyalgia and pain management.
Circulation: raised blood pressure, varicose veins, Raynaud’s .
The Nervous system: Fatigue, support for anxiety & low mood, insomnia, headache & migraines.
Respiratory system: flu, bronchitis, sore throat, tonsillitis, sinusitis, seasonal allergies
Consultations:
Free Introductory Call (15 minutes): A chance to discuss your primary health concerns and explore the suitability and benefits of herbal medicine for you.
Initial Consultation (1hr)
An initial consultation involves taking a detailed medical history to get a complete picture of your health and lifestyle, as well as the chance for you to discuss your health concerns in depth. After the initial consultation, a tailored herbal prescription will be prescribed.
Follow-up Consultation (45 minutes)
Follow-up appointments take place every 3 to 4 weeks. Follow-ups provide the opportunity to track your progress and for prescription adjustments to be made if necessary. How long follow-ups are repeated will be subject to the complexity of the condition and the health needs.
Online and/or telephone appointments are available.
