Eileen Strand

Homeopathy and Flower Essences

with Eileen Strand (MLCHom, MARH)

Eileen is a fully qualified and registered Homeopath and a qualified Flower Essence Practitioner. As a Member of the Alliance of Registered Homeopaths, she is recognised by many private health insurance companies, such as HSA.

Eileen will spend some time discussing a patient's health and any physical or emotional aspects that may be relevant. She will ask questions about the patient, their past health and their family's medical history. Everything discussed is confidential. By obtaining a complete or holistic view of the case, she will identify the most appropriate remedy. A homeopathic remedy is usually prescribed in the form of little pills to be dissolved under the tongue, or as a liquid in the case of flower essences. Complete instructions will be given at the time.

Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a long established and gentle system of medicine, which treats each person as a whole. It is a safe and effective approach to good health and healing. Homeopathic philosophy differs from conventional medicine in that it does not view symptoms as a disease to be suppressed. Symptoms are seen as sign posts to indicate an opportunity for healing. Homeopathic remedies work in harmony with the immune system, to create balance in the whole being, by stimulating the body to heal itself. Homeopathy is one of the most widely used systems of medicine throughout the world. New remedies and ways of working continue to evolve, making homeopathy a truly dynamic energy medicine for people living in our busy world.

Homeopathy can help people who are experiencing the symptoms associated with disease, a few examples are below: allergies, arthritis, rheumatism, muscle and joint pain, asthma and respiratory problems, anxiety and mood swings, bladder irregularities, back problems, concentration difficulties, hyperactivity and behavioural problems, frequent colds, coughs and chest infections, depression and panic attacks, digestive problems, eczema, earache, exhaustion and low energy, IBS type symptoms, hay fever, heart problems, hypertension, angina, heartburn, headaches and migraine, insomnia, menstrual problems, PMT and menopausal changes, morning sickness, post natal depression, skin issues including acne, itches, hives, sensitivity to adverse environmental effects, travel sickness, teething, thyroid imbalance, tonsillitis, warts, ulcers.

Homeopathic remedies work by stimulating the body's natural tendency to heal. This stimulus assists your own system to clear itself of an imbalances. Remedies are prescribed according to the "Law of Similars", which means that your homeopath will choose a remedy that is the most appropriate remedy for you, your symptoms and your overall case. The result will be the balancing and improvement of your health as a whole.

Homeopathy is excellent for treating patients with emotional problems, such as depression, anxieties, fears and dealing with grief and traumas past and present.

In a First Aid situation, homeopathy is excellent, and can be used to help deal with the effects of stings and bites, burns, bruises, shocks, broken bones and accidents.

Homeopathy can support people in all stages of development from babies with colic, toddlers with tantrums, hyperactive children, teenagers adjusting to puberty, the anxieties and stresses of adulthood, all stages of pregnancy, and restrictions that may come with ageing.

It is safe to use alongside other medications, and can help people deal eith the side effects of medical treatments, such as Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy. It is beneficial before and after surgery to assist with recovery. Homeopathy can also offer support during periods of change and transition.

Remedies are made from a wide range of substances such as minerals and plants. For example: marigold (Calendula), the mineral (Sulphur), or the sting of a bee (Apis). Homeopathic pharmacies make remedies by taking a small quantity of the chosen material and crushing or macerating it. It is then diluted many times, and succussed (vigorously shaken) between each dilution to potentise the substance. The end result is a remedy with healing power, but without any trace of the original substance. This means that the remedies are non-toxic, with no danger of overdose or addiction. Homeopathic remedies are available in a range of potencies, and are carefully chosen to match the symptoms and energy of each individual patient.

Flower Essences

There is a long history in many cultures of using flower essences for healing. In the 1930's in England, Dr. Bach studied flowers and developed the Bach Flower Essences. He found Flower Essences made from the energetic blueprint of the flower brought support and worked on a deep but subtle level. When he treated the feelings of a patient their unhappiness and physical distress would disappear as the healing potential in their bodies was unlocked. Since then many different sets of essences have been created and the healing power of these essences can help on physical, mental, emotional and spiritual levels.

An integral part of my practice as a homeopath is to work with Flower, Gem and Environmental Essences alongside homeopathic remedies. Essences bring an invitation to gently encourage transformation and healing. They act as a catalysts for change and give positive support during any healing process. Essences like flowers bring positive energy and can help to clear blockages bringing balance and peace.

Have you ever thought why flowers are often given as a present to make someone feel better? There is something special about being in the presence of flowers, for example sitting in a meadow of flowers is uplifting. Every flower carries a unique life affirming pattern of energy. Essences are made from this positive energy by carefully placing perfect flower heads into a crystal bowl of spring water and leaving it to potentise in the rays of the sun. It is then preserved by adding alcohol and bottled.

When taking a Flower Essence you are able to experience the energy of that flower and healing qualities it brings. As an Essence Practitioner I will match the characteristics of a flower to those of a patient. I carefully choose the most appropriate essences from the Alaskan Essences, Bush Flower Essences, Bach Essences, Bailey Essences, Indigo and the FES ranges. I often give these to support the homeopathic work and occasionally I will prescribe these alone.

Courses and Talks

Eileen teaches a variety of short courses: Introduction to Homeopathy, Homeopathy for Childbirth, and Homeopathy for Children. She also gives talks to groups on how homeopathy can be supportive for people at particular stages of life. Please contact her for further details.