herbalism

Patient Testimonial: Long Covid, Fatigue, Tachycardia & Lung Pain

“I've been seeing Jonny for over 3 months after dealing with Long Covid symptoms for almost a year. My main symptoms were ongoing shortness of breath, sore lungs, palpitations, low energy and unusual nerve sensations.

Jonny provided solutions which were very adaptable and gradually helped to ease my symptoms and support me through a steady more gradual path to feeling closer to normal. He is realistic without promising the world and his positive attitude helps you realise how far you've come on some of the worse days. He takes time to explain how his proposed solutions will support you and often shares resources and knowledge rather than a 'take this and you'll be fine' approach.

Finally, the overall approach feels very smooth and organic. Jonny is an excellent listener, it often feels that his support is more than just the products that almost miraculously show up at your door the day after the online meetings! Looking back at the beginning of this (over 4 months now), I'm completely converted. I was first thinking 'what do I have to lose' but now that i'm back to 90+ minute long training sessions, I regret not starting the process earlier.”

George (UK)

This patient completed my 3 month Pattern Transformation package.

At the start of treatment this patient filled in my symptom questionnaire sheet. This asks patient’s to score their symptoms from 0-10 in terms of how debilitating they feel.

The patient scored 65 at the start of the program. Dropping to 34 at the end of the program. A decrease of 47.7%.

George was suffering with the debilitating effects of Long Covid following hospital treatment in 2020. After numerous bouts of fatigue, tachycardia and anxiety he decided to try herbal medicine through my 3 month program. George noticed positive changes within the first few weeks. Eventually healing enough to start physical exercise again by the end of the 3 months.


Patient Testimonial: ADHD and Stress

“Jonny was such a blessing at the time I worked with him. He was attentive, passionate and incredibly informative when explaining to me how the different herbs worked and how they would affect the functioning of various bodily systems. I took a concoction to soothe my nervous system and help me with my sleep. Over the course of my treatment I did notice a vast improvement in my symptoms of ADHD which basically helped manage my anxiety. Throughout the whole process Jonny was reliable and very forthcoming. He provided a very good service and I have always spoken highly of him whenever I mention to people how herbs formed an integral part of my healing jorney. He really believed in me and that is what meant so much. Many thanks for the kindness and support!"

William (UK)

William was suffering with the cognitive effects of ADHD whilst also battling with the physical and psychological symptoms associated with anxiety. We identified there was a link between the two that was being fuelled by a sensitive stress response. Using herbs, supplements, coaching and lifestyles changes, William managed to find a more balanced approach to life, calming his stress response and reducing the symptoms of ADHD.

Jonny Woodall
Medical Herbalist and Flower Essence Therapist
BSc (Hons) Herbal Medicine
National Institute of Medical Herbalists

Contact me for help with your health problems and illness

PHONE: +44(0) 7525827558

EMAIL: jonnyapothecary@gmail.com

SKYPE: jonnysapothecary



Patient Testimonial: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

“Living with Complex PTSD, I thought was a way of life. I've always known I am more than managing symptoms, avoiding triggers etc but knowing isn't always enough to change behaviour. I've been on a personal quest for inner peace for 15 years. This has lead me into every type of personal therapy (e.g. person centred therapy, CBT, EMDR, hypnosis, psychotherapy). I am a therapist myself and study psychology. My knowledge has enabled an identity which has given me relief from suicidal thoughts, difficult patterns of relating (abusive relationships) and obsessions (eating disorder, drugs, alcohol, body dismorphia). I've felt a lot better to overcome these struggles. However, I still needed to feel safe, avoid certain things and live a structured life. I lacked self expression and creativity most the time.

I heard herbal medicine with Jonny could help with my overarching need for safety. My physical health is good so the idea of seeing Jonny to give me a tincture for Complex PTSD- essentially my thoughts and brain structure felt counterintuitive. Especially, as I have never opted for pharmaceuticals within my recovery. When booking Jonny, I was at a place in life where to try, felt safe enough as I had already tried so many methods with some success. Herbal medicine as a natural product was still within my recovery values too. I was so tired of my way of being but wasn't sure if I would experience a huge shift within my ingrained thought patterns.

Jonny was surprisingly therapeutic in his knowledge for me. I come from a lot of therapeutic training. His way of explaining things that didn't feel related to herbs (e.g. my way of thinking, my past) was exciting. I opened up to the deep, shameful parts of me and he held the space like a good therapist does, with all the boundaries, compassion and empathy I needed. He got me and could see my vision for the life I wanted. He wasn't put off by my therapeutic knowledge and welcomed my questioning of method etc. He understood it was my safety, he is clearly passionate and confident about his work, therefore happy to chat and remain open. I needed to ensure he was ethical! 

The adventure of herbs meant I needed to go inwards - into the self, cut ties with friends and family, change my work/life balance. My attachment to myself and others positively changed as a result. I have now invested more time in understanding my body, releasing trauma that way, getting out of my head; into my feelings, intuition and just being. The changes came naturally. 

The first month I cleaned my cupboards (literally) and started organising my life. The second, I started exploring relationships and grief came up. There has been lots of tears and growing pains over the five months I've worked with Jonny. I now have a cleaner life and do a lot of yoga. This is me, authenticatically me. Herbs haven't helped me to be a version of myself I wish I was or an ego identity. They have helped me accept myself exactly as I am; within this acceptance I have freed up mental space to just be. I sing and write poetry. I've gotten more creative in my work and balance my intuition with theory. Herbs haven't changed my passion to use education as a catalyst for action. My intuition has grown but I need education within client work - herbal medicine is now a solid psychologically informed, tried and tested method to me. 

I have come to the end of my official herbal journey for now - I'll be back when/if needed. As I leave my time with Jonny, I can reflect on why I came to see him. I no longer feel alone, scared of the external world - my safety is within me now. How did I get here? I guess it's ok not to quite know as within talking therapy, if you feel better that's exactly that. I feel very chilled now. I fully recommend anyone who really wants to transform deep trauma wounds start their herbal medicine journey. I can only vouch for Jonny in my recommendation as herbs is a new world to me. Thankfully, I don't need another herbalist as I've got a life to be getting on with. Thank you Jonny!”

Jen was a qualified therapist and had spent many years devoting herself to self-development, healing and integrative talking therapies. We spoke about her insights and knowledge of her situation, health and psychology. Developing a herbal medicine protocol and plan to further progress her mind, body and health.

Jen responded well to the herbs and recognised the contribution that herbal medicine has made to her life and her career in helping others.

Jonny Woodall
Medical Herbalist and Flower Essence Therapist
BSc (Hons) Herbal Medicine
National Institute of Medical Herbalists

Contact me for help with your health problems and illness

PHONE: +44(0) 7525827558

EMAIL: jonnyapothecary@gmail.com

SKYPE: jonnysapothecary

Patient Testimonial: Hayfever

“I've had terrible hayfever since my teens and I was prescribed nasal spray, eye drops and antihistamine tablets which never worked. Every year my eyes would be on fire with itchiness, nose running and sneezing all over the place. I just got used to summer being the time where I felt I had a constant cold and I constantly felt lethargic with it. Sitting in the garden and being outdoors in the beautiful weather was becoming unbearable at times. I then decided to try Jonny as he and a friend told me about their experiences with hayfever and how his medicine had helped. I have now been drinking the fresh tea everyday and taking a tincture when it's really bad for about a month now and I feel so much better! I can't believe how much better this is than the medicine I have previously been prescribed! I am so excited to see how this works over time and hopefully one day I will be hayfever free, but for the moment I am over the moon with the results . Anyone who suffers with hayfever I can definitely reccommend Jonny and his amazing work! Thanks Jonny! 😊”

Paige was experiencing good health in comparison to most of the patients that consult with me. However, Hayfever had plagued her for many years with very little help from conventional prescription medication.

We had a short consultation and a daily herbal tea was prescribed to help modulate the immune system and the inflammatory response. A herbal tincture was also prescribed to consume during days out and flare ups. The combination is mostly a traditional formula which proved effective within weeks of use.

Jonny Woodall
Medical Herbalist and Flower Essence Therapist
BSc (Hons) Herbal Medicine
National Institute of Medical Herbalists

Contact me for help with your health problems and illness

PHONE: +44(0) 7525827558

EMAIL: jonnyapothecary@gmail.com

SKYPE: jonnysapothecary

Patient Testimonial: Acne, Addiction, Depression and Anxiety

“It is with deeply felt gratitude that I am writing about my herbal journey and the healing that Jonny has brought into my life.

As I started, I lacked a sense of self and my connection with my masculine energies. Moreover, I lacked clear boundaries in general.

The symptoms were a truly messed up biome in my guts which lead to more mental and physical issues.

On the one hand, I had terrible acne, which reminded me of the wounds and inflammations which not yet have healed.

On the other hand, I was displaying a lot of spiritually incontinent behaviour such as eating lots of sugary food and having lots of casual sex.

Having no orientation but the certainty that my life had to change in some way, I lived in constant fear.

The process: The first appointment that I had with Jonny seemed very similar to the experience which I had with my former therapists. 

As a result, I was a little sceptical since a lot of issues I still had not been able to resolve yet through psychoanalytical and behavioural therapy which I already had made at that point.

So I got my first tincture a few days later, and I was no longer allowed to have caffeine after the morning.

My old way of life came to an end and there now was a big free space which I needed to integrate into my new life.

Through all of this, Jonny provided me with sound advice and new and healthy modes of being and coping mechanisms.

My fear transformed into anger, and I finally got the energy required to end my life in the comfort zone and entering the new and fruitful territory.

I joined a men's group and thus felt a sense of belonging and started to not only help myself but also helping others and became an active member of society.

Also my skin not just looked better, but it became less and less itchy, and I started to like the man I saw in the mirror.

Especially in such times of profound changes, we need a pure and strong basis upon which we can build our lives.

Jonny has helped me to do exactly that.

I assure you that he is worth every penny you will spend on him because:

  • He is committed to his work.

  • He is honest with his patients.

  • He is genuinely open-minded and wants to get a better understanding of his patients.

  • He delivers his work on time.

  • He keeps all his promises.

  • He wants to see his patients flourish.

  • He is understanding of his clients' issues and challenges.

  • He is joyful when he sees his patients succeed in life.

So if you are still struggling with issues, you have not been able to cope with get your free trial on his website and get a taste of what your life could be!”

Paul (Germany)

Paul was referred to me by a previous patient who recommended he work with me. We connected over Skype and Paul decided he wanted to commit to my program. We went through an analysis of his physical and psychological symptoms, trying to understand how his past history and current situation are all connected.

Alongside the herbal support Paul was open to engaging in numerous activities, challenges or tasks to help nudge him into a more authentic, vulnerable and ultimately integrated place. I witnessed the transformation from start to finish as he became healthier, fitter, stronger and ore aligned with a greater purpose in life.

Paul, you are a courageous man and I wish you well on your path.

Jonny Woodall
Medical Herbalist and Flower Essence Therapist
BSc (Hons) Herbal Medicine
National Institute of Medical Herbalists

Contact me for help with your health problems and illness

PHONE: +44(0) 7525827558

EMAIL: jonnyapothecary@gmail.com

SKYPE: jonnysapothecary