Our Clinic
We are fortunate enough to call the incredible Iberian peninsula home. Thankfully, technology allows us to see patients from all over the world. Currently all our consultations take place online.
Amparo, a Spanish native, has experience treating a wide range of medical conditions in both English and Spanish. They will use their clinical skills, medical knowledge and research experience to create feasible, individualised and thorough treatment plans. They will refer to appropriate medical services and recommend further testing and/or investigations when necessary. A first consultation will last approximately 1 hour and a half, and follow up consultations last between 30 and 45 minutes. Repeat prescriptions can be ordered with or without a follow up consultation, and they will be posted to you.​
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This is also a space for learning and training student herbalists. We offer free consultations at our student clinics, where several students will observe your consultation, please get in touch for more information.
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Our Ethos
At The Cactus Clinic we want to enable people to re-gain and maintain their health through bodily autonomy with the use of plant medicines. Bodily autonomy is about having agency over one's body, it is about dignity and it is about choice.
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Plant medicine, also called herbal medicine, uses plants and plant constituents to support and promote health. Plant medicine encourages and empowers people to look after themselves, and to take responsibility over their own healthcare; through growing, harvesting and preparing food and home herbal remedies, or by working with a qualified medical herbalist.
Western Herbal Medicine combines years of tradition with evidence based practice. Plants and their constituents are used by trained medical herbalists to help with a wide range of medical conditions. They will usually be processed in a liquid form as a tincture, powdered, or dried to prepare teas. An individualised liquid prescription will usually contain several plants chosen to help symptoms that are specific to the patient. Plant preparations can be used on their own, or alongside pharmaceutical drugs to support your medical condition. We will always prescribe plant preparations taking into account drug/plant interactions. Plant medicine is integrative in its approach to health, recognising the importance of looking at dietary and lifestyle recommendations.
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The National Institute of Medical Herbalists and the College of Practitioners of Phytotherapy are institutions in the UK that recognise and accredit medical herbalists that have completed appropriate clinical training.
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We are a non-judgemental, inclusive clinic. We are committed to ensuring all communities feel safe and welcome at The Cactus Clinic.
Conditions seen
Herbal Medicine for Your Wellbeing
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Herbal medicine can provide valuable support for a wide range of health conditions. Below are examples of conditions where herbal medicine has proven helpful:
Acute Infections
Herbal medicine can be used in both viral and bacterial infections, including colds, flu, sinusitis, cystitis, otitis.
Respiratory Health and Immunity
There is ample evidence supporting the use of some medicinal plants such as Echinacea, Elderberry or Thyme in the treatment of simple infections that involve the respiratory system. Our herbal preparations can be very effective in strengthening the immune system and helping symptoms of colds and flu.
Fungal Infections
Herbal medicine can help manage conditions such as athlete’s foot, thrush, and ringworm.
Allergies
Herbal medicine may ease allergic reactions, including hay fever, asthma, and rhinitis.
Chronic Fatigue
Herbal medicine can support those with chronic fatigue syndrome, ME, and long COVID-19.
Autoimmune Conditions
Herbal medicine can aid in managing autoimmune issues such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, thyroid conditions, and psoriasis.
Cardiovascular Health
Herbal medicine can support hypertension, high cholesterol, cold extremities, Raynaud’s syndrome, and palpitations. We also provide advice on optimising heart health using evidence-based supplements like Co-Q10.
Digestive Disorders
Herbal medicine can assist with IBS, ulcers, colitis, constipation, and acid reflux.
Hormonal and Gynaecological Conditions
Herbal medicine can provide support for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), endometriosis, and menopausal symptoms. We welcome all individuals, including women, trans men, and non-binary people.
Headaches and Migraines
Herbal medicine can help manage headaches and migraines.
Mental Health
Herbal medicine can complement other strategies to support mental health concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, and bereavement.
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Diabetes Management
For non-insulin-dependent diabetes, herbal medicine can help manage symptoms, with patients often able to reduce or discontinue medication by following dietary and lifestyle adjustments.
Osteoarthritis
Herbal medicine, including internal preparations and topical applications, has shown success in managing pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis. Dietary and lifestyle changes can further enhance treatment.
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Herbal medicine can effectively manage symptoms and immune responses in conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease when not too advanced.
If you’re unsure whether herbal medicine can help, feel free to contact us for a confidential and free discussion. We’re happy to advise you or direct you to the appropriate services or practitioners.
