Registered Homeopath Alison Robinson\'s overview of homeopathic case taking and prescribing.

2. An ultradiluted and potentised substance is given that can create similar symptoms.

3. The body notices and counter-reacts, cancelling its own symptoms.

5. Source of symptoms Common constitutional types: BEDROCK: common patterns of disease Environment: reactions to upbringing, accidents, stresses, medication SOIL: layers of disease Family history: SEED: vitality and strength or weaknesses 3

6. Common constitutions: Minerals: for structure and cell biology issues Calcium Carbonate, Silica, Sulphur, Natrum(sodium) Plants: for allergies, sensitivities, nerves & digestion issues Pulsatilla, Lycopodium, NuxVomica Animals: for hormones, emotions, nerves & blood issues Sepia, Lachesis, Tarentula 4

7. Provings Remedies are tested on healthy people to see what effects they produce: Lycopodium: Restless, anxious sleep: dreams of changes Anxious about change, irritable, sensitive Sensitive digestion, hungry but feels full easily Lots of foods cause flatulence: prefers sweets Weak and emaciated avoids responsibility 5

8. Case taking Research the complaint and possible remedies. Medication: side effects. Patient’s experience: sensations, how, when, where, why. Medical history: illnesses, accidents, meds Illnesses in the family Stresses and sensitivities: upbringing, occupation, anxieties, temperature, foods Top to toe: any other symptoms. Holistic approach 6

9. Remedy selection Sleep and dreams Anxieties, stresses Any strong sensations and reactions Description of patient’s experience of their presenting symptom Symptoms cross referenced in a database of thousands of remedies and hundreds of thousands of symptoms. Suitable potency chosen based on sensitivity. 7

10. Signs of improvement Sleep quality improved. Calmer – sensitivities, anxieties. More energy, more purpose, more focus. Improved resilience. Essential functions improve. Niggly symptoms disappear. Medications can be reduced. Homeopathy: the Mercedes of Medicine 8

11. Case Progress Recent illness/incident: fast recovery to usual state. Stronger constitution/few layers: few doses, few remedies, faster improvement in usual state. Weaker constitution/many layers: many doses, several remedies, gradual improvement in usual state. 9

12. What do they say? “I have felt more energetic, I have made some goals and have focussed more.” “Her recommendations for remedies have helped me tremendously.” “She asks astute questions, really listens to your response and takes great care in choosing the best remedy for you, in my case with great results.” “extremely professional and courteous.” “very discrete.” 10

14. Confidential consultations with a conversational style.

15. Analytical and intuitive approach.

16. Up-to-date symptom and reference database.

17. Regular professional development and supervision.

18. Registered and insured with the Society of Homeopaths – the UK’s largest registration body for homeopaths.small doses bring relief, health and vitality 11