Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a distinctively natural and multi-disciplinary approach to health. It is based on the belief that our body has an amazing ability to heal itself.
A naturopath, the GP of complementary medicine, believes that our bodies need certain basics to function: the correct nutrients, adequate rest and relaxation, regular exercise, fresh clean air, clean water and sunlight. While recognising the limitations of our modern world a naturopath will work with you in a healing partnership to:
• discover and address the underlying issues affecting your well-being
• stimulate your natural healing process
• increase your energy levels and vitality
• guide you towards a healthy lifestyle
• educate you about your body
• empower you to take control of, and have responsibility for, your
health.
In doing this the naturopath follows the six key naturopathic principles in their practice:
1. First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere)
Naturopathic medicine follows four principles to avoid harming the patient:
• utilise methods and medicinal substances which minimise the risk
of harmful side effects, using the least force necessary to diagnose and
treat.
• avoid, when possible, the harmful suppression of symptoms
• acknowledge, respect and work with the individual’s self healing
process
• refer for appropriate treatment when naturopathic therapies are
inappropriate
2. Treat the Whole Person
Naturopaths treat each patient individually, taking into account his or her physical, mental, emotional state as well as genetic, environmental and social factors. Since total health includes spiritual health, Naturopaths encourage individuals to pursue their own spiritual paths.
3. The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae)
Naturopathic medicine recognizes an inherent self-healing process in each of us which is both ordered and intelligent. Naturopaths act to identify and remove obstacles to healing and recovery, and to facilitate and augment this self-healing ability.
4. Identify and Treat the Causes (Tolle Causam)
The Naturopath seeks to identify and remove the underlying causes of illness, rather than eliminate or suppress its symptoms.
5. Prevention
Naturopaths emphasise disease prevention, assessment of risk factors and hereditary susceptibility to disease and make appropriate interventions in partnership with their patients to prevent illness. Naturopathic medicine seeks to improve conditions through preventative measures so that we all may live healthier.
6. Doctor as Teacher (Docere)
Naturopaths educate the patient and encourage self-responsibility for
health. They also acknowledge the therapeutic value inherent in the doctor-patient
relationship.
Naturopathy is appropriate for everyone to maintain or achieve good health
being used regularly treat those who:
• believe their lifestyle is starting to take its toll and think it's
time to start looking to improve their well-being
• would like to embark on detoxification programme;
• have a chronic condition and wants to explore natural methods of
supporting their body
• have reached a new stage in life and feel the need for a personal
"MOT"
Our therapist...
Our therapist...
Lynne McKenzie - Naturopath
As a fully qualified, and insured, Naturopath based in London and Surrey Lynne is registered with the General Council and Register of Naturopaths (GCRN). She graduated from the University of Westminster with a first class honours degree in Health Sciences, specialising in Naturopathy and has trained in
• Vodder Manual Lymph Drainage
• Iridology
• EmoTranceTM
• Bach Flower Remedies
• Kneipp Hydrotherapy
• Donna Eden’s Energy Medicine
Lynne believes we all have the power within us to heal ourselves given the right guidance. Her vision is to guide and empower you to heal by addressing your mind, body and spirit. Her aim is help you to become responsible for your unique healing journey. This will allow you to make educated decisions to promote your future health and well being through a Naturopathic Lifestyle. This embraces:
• a balanced diet
• detoxification
• exercise
• relaxation
• clean air
• clean water
• rest and sleep
• sunshine
• love, laughter and joy
• spiritual development
Before qualifying as a Naturopath Lynne spent 13 years in the City working in accountancy and corporate treasury. This experience made her very aware of the value of naturopathy in dealing with the stress of modern living. She is a Member of the Association of Corporate Treasurers and has qualified with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Lynne is passionate about complementary healthcare which has led to her involvement in the promotion of Naturopathy in the UK as acting treasurer and council member of the British Naturopathic Association.