Naturopathy
Naturopathy aims to support the body’s ability to heal itself through the use of dietary & lifestyle changes together with other complementary modalities.
Since its conception Naturopathy has evolved to incorporate a vast range of therapies that are considered natural & non-invasive. It is unique in that it accesses a wide variety of holistic solutions to address distinctive health care needs.
At Satmya the following are practiced under this heading (click on any of the links to find out more):
A consultation will last up to 1.5 hours and will cover all aspects of your health; that is physical, emotional, mental and environmental factors. We will seek lasting solutions to your health needs and choose the most appropriate treatment plan for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect when I visit a Naturopath?
The goal of the Naturopath is to understand the patient and all the factors which impact on his/her health. They will take an in-depth patient history & devise a personal treatment plan that will suit your specific needs to help facilitate your healing process.
What range of conditions does a Naturopath treat?
A Naturopath treats the person as a whole & not just the named condition from which the person is suffering. Most conditions can be assisted/supported in some way with the use of natural therapies. The Naturopath aims to support the body’s intrinsic healing process.
Typically a Naturopath will examine many aspects of a person’s health before recommending a course of treatment.
What conditions are not suitable for treatment by a Naturopath?
All emergencies should report to the emergency room of your nearest hospital.
How is a Naturopath Trained?
The training for Naturopathic medicine varies in different countries. In Ireland, there are diploma courses in Naturopathic subjects (Nutrition, Herbal medicine & Homeopathy) but there is no complete Naturopathy diploma/degree course available at this time.
The Naturopath practicing at Satmya trained in Sydney, Australia.
The training in Australia varies between a three to four year full-time degree program. The course is generally divided between Natural therapies (Herbal medicine, Homeopathy, Nutrition, Iridology, Remedial Massage, Bush flower essences, Counseling, etc) & science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, Pathology, Symptamatology & Diagnosis, Pharmacology, Research Methods, etc). This gives the Naturopath a good understanding of the body from both an orthodox & naturopathic perspective.
On completion of this course, the Naturopath graduates with a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy). This qualification incorporates: Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy, Advanced Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine, Advanced Diploma of Homeopathy, Diploma of Nutrition, Diploma of Remedial Massage & Diploma of Iridology.
What is the difference between a Naturopath and a Homeopath?
Homeopathic practitioners are trained to use homeopathic medicine only. Naturopaths use homeopathic medicine as well, but not exclusively. Under the umbrella of Naturopathic medicine are: Herbal (Botanical) medicine, Homeopathy, Nutrition, Remedial Massage & Iridology.
What type of medicine is a Naturopath trained to use?
A Naturopath is trained to use:
Herbal (Botanical) Medicines
Homeopathic Remedies
Nutrition supplements (VItamins, minerals, amino acids & dietary supplements)
Bush Flower Essences
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