Welcome to The Herbalist Web Page!

Maybe you were just browsing or were specifically looking for help with a health issue.  Either way, I hope you find something of interest here.  I work as a Medical Herbalist, at a multidisciplinary clinic in Douglas, Cork and am available by appointment.  Please email me at:

info@theherbalist. ie

or mobile 087-3212212, for any further information or to request an appointment.

Herbal Medicine

• Is gentle, safe and natural and has been used in Ireland and around the world for thousands of years and more recently, modern research methods have been used to establish the safety and effectiveness of many herbal medicines.
• Is where the whole plant is utilised and as the plant contains many constituents, the active components are then balanced by the other constituents, which supports its action or reduces its side effects.  An example of this is Dandelion leaf, which acts as a diuretic yet contains potassium which helps offset the loss of potassium through its diuretic effect.
• Is a highly effective form of treatment for health problems in both adults and children.
• Can be used alongside prescription medication and over the counter medication.
• Can be used for acute and chronic conditions (mental, physical and emotional).
• Can be used to treat almost any condition, either alone or in conjunction with another form of treatment.  Illnesses that respond well to herbal medicine treatments include:
  • headaches and migraine
  • depression, anxiety and sleep disturbances
  • Sinusitis and recurrent  chest infections
  • Poor circulation, varicose veins and angina
  • Digestive problems, constipation and IBS
  • Irregular periods, PMS, PCOS, hormonal and menopausal problems
  • Recurrent cystitis and prostate enlargement
  • Arthritis and fibromyalgia
  • Skin problems such as eczema and acne
• Is used in a person-centred approach, whereby each prescription is made up specifically for the individual being treated.  This prescription is usually in the form of a blend of herbal tinctures but can also include medicinal teas, capsules, creams, syrups, oils and balms.
• Medical Herbalists are trained to prescribe safely, by taking into account each patient’s
  specific circumstances, including any orthodox drugs the patient is taking and any
  possibly herb-drug interactions.