Naturopath Shoreham, West Sussex
Naturopathic Consultation with Nicole Ferguson
Nicole Ferguson offers a naturopathic consultation with a functional approach, focusing on lifestyle, nutrition, and herbal medicine to address clients’ health concerns. When necessary, functional medical testing is incorporated to identify the root cause of the issue, providing a thorough and personalized approach to healing.
Nicole recognizes that the food we eat plays a vital role in our overall health. The right food choices can ease disease, while poor choices may contribute to it. Herbs, as concentrated forms of food, can be especially powerful when used in tinctures, powders, or loose herbs. These form two primary focus points in Nicole’s practice, ensuring that both nutrition and herbal medicine are central to the healing process.
The objective of Nicole’s naturopathic consultations is to help the body return to balance. Whether clients attend appointments in person or virtually, Nicole’s aim is to educate them about their health and explain the necessary lifestyle changes. She believes the body always strives toward health, and with the right guidance, it can achieve it.
During consultations, Nicole provides ample time to discuss each client’s health concerns. She takes a comprehensive approach to understanding current health issues and exploring all available treatment options. Additionally, she may ask clients to send a photo of their eye for an iridology assessment, offering further insight into their overall wellness.
In some cases, Nicole may recommend laboratory testing, which could include stool, hair, urine, or blood tests, depending on the symptoms presented. These tests, conducted through external laboratories like My Gutmap, Genova Diagnostics, Invivo Clinical, Cambridge Nutritional Sciences, and Regenerus Labs, can be a cost-effective way to avoid unnecessary treatments by pinpointing the exact issue. Common tests recommended include complete gut profiles, thyroid, adrenal assessments, and the DUTCH hormone profile.
When a body shows signs of disease, it is often due to deficiencies. Nicole emphasizes that modern food alone may not be sufficient to correct these imbalances, as nutrient depletion in soils and pesticide use can significantly affect food quality. In these cases, Nicole may recommend herbs and supplements to support the healing process.
Follow-up consultations are typically scheduled 1 to 3 months after the initial session, depending on the recommended changes. Many clients opt for regular follow-ups, either monthly or quarterly, to continue their progress. Nicole’s practice is rooted in the ethos of treating the individual, not just the disease.
For clients who have recently had tests conducted by their doctor or another professional, Nicole asks that they bring these results to the consultation for a more comprehensive understanding of their health.
All consultations can be conducted in person or via phone, FaceTime, or WhatsApp.
Pricing
Note: Nicole is currently not taking on new clients, but testing and advice are available through colon hydrotherapy sessions.
Prices – not currently taking on any new clients, testing and advice is still offered via colonic Hydrotherapy sessions
Please note: a deposit of £40 is required upon booking.
Initial consultation up to 60 minutes £145.
Follow up to 45 minutes £60
Bank transfer, card and cash payments are accepted
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