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medically qualified - clinically trained - holistically focussed
About Jacqueline
I qualified from the School of Phytotherapy four year Diploma course in 1993 and have been in practice for 20 years.
Excellent training, natural aptitude, continuing professional development and a wealth of experience gleaned from working with upwards of 4,500 patients means that I am experienced in diagnosing, mapping and treating all conditions suitable to remedy with herbal medicine. Primarily trained in the western biomedical model I am however and exemplary holistic practitioner. I consider health in terms of whole body vitality, sound nutrition and physical and emotional wellbeing. There is a full professional biography on my website www.jacquelinecalder.com.
“Within two weeks my night sweats had gone. I have got my life back!”
About Medical Herbalism
Medical herbalism is the professional medical treatment of using herbal preparations for their curative properties. Qualified Medical Herbalists, uniquely amongst integrative health therapies, will have received medical training on a par with that of GPs and also study traditional and science-based use of medicinal plants to allow us to effectively use them for healing at an advanced level, covering the range from simple ailments to complex chronic health problems.
Problems that respond particularly well to a Medical Herbalist's care include digestive disorders such as food intolerances, gastritis, blood sugar control, weight and metabolism issues, candidiasis, IBS and colitis conditions, skin problems such as acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis; low immunity, chronic cystitis, thrush and unexplained fatigue; skeletal issues such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis; respiratory problems from asthma to COPD. I have gained extensive experience and aptitude in the treatment of gynae conditions such as premenstrual syndrome, menopause, sub-fertility, PCOS, fibroids and endometriosis.
Beginning Treatment – The First Consultation
Your first consultation lasts and hour and is an in-depth mapping session of your health concerns, patterns of function and symptoms of disease. We discuss your past medical health in detail, your inherited health through family history and positive and negative influences from diet and lifestyle. A step-by-step description of a herbal consultation is detailed on my website.
“I have been taking herbs prescribed by Jacqui to manage chronic arthritis for some years now. The benefits are immense. I am fit and well and would thoroughly recommend her.”
Herbal Extracts – The Remedy
Your prescription will be made up of herbal extracts called tinctures. These professional standard extracts are generally more potent and of a wider range than that which can be obtained outwith professional practice.
I stock my dispensary with organic herbal tinctures and many of them I prepare myself from herbs grown in my herb garden or gathered in Highland Perthshire, where I live.
Treatment comprises a measured dose of individually formulated herbal prescription taken daily between review appointments.
“Making an appointment with Jacqui was such a good step for me. My weight gain and poor health has completely turned around. I look, feel and function so much better.”
It is common for me to prescribe a medicinal tea, dispense professional grade nutritional supplements as well as give advice on diet, lifestyle and support towards emotional balance.
In formulating a prescription and treatment plan Medical Herbalists are trained to take into consideration concurrent medical conditions and medication prescribed by other healthcare professional.
There is no safer way to follow a course of herbal treatment.
“It is a great pleasure to consult with Jacqui. She demonstrates an immense knowledge of the human body and herbalism. I have found much benefit from prescribed herbs for hormonal issues”.
The National Institute of Medical Herbalists – My Professional Body
Founded in 1864, Medical Herbalists with the initials NIMH after their name have trained to a professional medical standard, are insured and follow a strict code of ethics and practice. It is the gold standard of professional western herbal medicine therapy. Visit www.nimh.org for more information.
“I contacted Jacqui as I was told I'd have difficulty having children because of endometriosis. I now have five!”
Clinic Bases – Where to Come for Consultation
I work from my Home Clinic at Pitnacree in Highland Perthshire and from the Leslie Marshall Clinic in Perth. Each week I also work some days in The Kirkcaldy Herbal Centre, Kirkcaldy.
Appointments for Perth and Home Clinic are made by calling me
directly on 01887 858 537.
For Kirkcaldy via Reception on 01592 566 446.
When a clear treatment plan has been established, and dependant on the nature of health complaint, it is often possible to continue to work via regular telephone consultations for those living far from Clinic bases.
“Jacqui's herbs are the only things I have found to control my irritable bowel symptoms.”
Table of Fees as @ 2013 for Perth Clinic & Home Clinic
| P E R T H | | P I T N A C R E E | | | First | Revisit | First | Revisit | | Adult 24+ | £37.00 | 27.00 | 35.00 | 25.00 | | Young Adults 18-23 yrs | 32.00 | 24.00 | 30.00 | 22.00 | | Junior 14-18 yrs | 27.00 | 20.00 | 25.00 | 18.00 | | Child | 22.00 | 17.00 | 20.00 | 15.00 |
Hair Mineral Analysis
As an adjunct to my main work as a Consultant Medical Herbalist I work with a hair mineral analysis laboratory. Hair Mineral Analysis is a clinical test which provides information on mineral excesses and deficiencies within the body and which may have a bearing on health and wellbeing.
I find this an invaluable tool when designing care plans for a wide range of health protocols, particularly osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.
Cost for Hair Analysis Service: £55.00
Cost for Consultation to Advise Based on Mineralisation Report (optional): £30.00
Testimonials
What the professionals say about Jacqueline.
Karen Downie SSPM
"I have been privileged to know and work with Jacqui for ten years. That she is learned and qualified in her field, there is no doubt, but I think her true gift is in explaining how our bodies function and how environment can affect that function, in a way that puts you at ease, empowers you and awakens a desire to take care of yourself.
As a body worker I appreciate calling on Jacqui when I feel a client needs more constitutional help or if I have reached a plateau with someone. One of the joys of working with her is her innate intuition which smoothes the transition from one therapist to another.
These qualities make for a person generous in imparting her knowledge in a way reminiscent of the passing down of traditions revered for their importance and their simplicity."
Keren Brynes-McLean MNIMH
I first met Jacqueline in November 1990, early on in our herbal medicine careers and we have stayed friends and colleagues ever since. In those early days it was obvious to me that Jacqueline had the makings of an excellent practitioner, she “knew” her herbs so well and her grasp of the medical sciences was exemplary. Qualifying before me, Jacqueline acted as my mentor through my final year of study and into my first year of practice, this support was invaluable and helped give me the confidence to set up my own clinic.
Through the many years I have known Jacqueline I would say that she has been held with the highest regard from her professional peers and is looked upon as a skilled, experienced and caring practitioner as well as a good teacher to “younger” herbalists. We see her as being very wise!
In Jacqueline you will find a practitioner of great personal integrity, which, with her years of experience, thorough clinical training and great intuitive insight blend with a gentle, open and learned manner. She offers great skill, trust and reassurance to her varied client base and offers realistic expectations and outcomes to those who seek her help and guidance. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
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Service Categories
Allergy Testing / Treatments, Herbalists, Mens Health, Natural Fertility Management, Weight Loss, Womens Health
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