Herbalism Consultations

“The body speaks through symptoms, our role is to listen carefully.”

 

Personalised, Whole-Person Healing Through Functional Herbal Medicine

Herbalism Consultations at Health by Soul offer a deeply personalised, functional approach to health — recognising that symptoms are shaped not only by the body, but also by stress, emotions, lifestyle, and lived experience.

This is not protocol-based or one-size-fits-all care.
Every consultation is tailored to your unique physiology, history, and current life context.

Please note:
All clients are required to complete a comprehensive intake form prior to booking.
This ensures your consultation is safe, relevant, and personalised.

What Is Functional Herbalism?

Functional Herbalism blends traditional herbal medicine with functional medicine principles, assessing how body systems interact rather than treating symptoms in isolation.

This approach looks at:

  • Root causes rather than surface symptoms

  • Patterns across multiple systems

  • How mental, emotional, and physical health influence one another

Herbs are used intentionally and individually, alongside lifestyle and nutritional support.

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Consultation Fees

           Initial Herbalism Consultation

90-Minute Comprehensive Consultation
R1,200

Includes:

  • Full intake & assessment

  • Vitals check

  • Functional review

  • Initial herbal & lifestyle recommendations

(Excludes testing and herbal medicine)

        Follow-Up Consultations

60-Minute Follow-Up Session
R700

Used to:

  • Review progress

  • Adjust protocols

  • Review test results

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How to Book a Herbalism Consultation

  1. Complete the required intake form
    Ensures care is personalised and appropriate.

  2. You’ll be redirected to the booking page
    Book immediately — no waiting period.

  3. Choose your consultation 

  4. Confirm your booking

There is no waiting period after submission; you can book straight away once redirected.

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What We Assess During Herbalism Consultations

Your body is an interconnected system. Consultations involve a whole-person assessment, which may include:

Physical Health & Vitals

  • Blood pressure

  • Heart rate

  • Temperature (if relevant)

  • Weight or body composition (when appropriate)

Functional Health Assessment

  • Digestive function & gut health

  • Inflammation and immune activity

  • Hormonal balance

  • Blood sugar regulation

  • Liver and detox pathways

  • Nutrient status

Mental & Emotional Factors

  • Stress levels and nervous system load

  • Emotional patterns affecting health

  • Sleep quality

  • Burnout, anxiety, or low mood

  • Mind–body connections influencing symptoms

Healing is most effective when the whole system is considered.

How Herbalism Consultations Differ From Other Services

This page exists to help you choose the right service.

Herbalism Consultations focus on:

  • Physical symptoms and chronic health concerns

  • Root-cause investigation

  • Functional testing & interpretation

  • Personalised herbal protocols

  • Whole-person health support

Nervous System Regulation focuses on:

  • Stress and anxiety stabilisation

Somatic Therapy focuses on:

  • Emotional and trauma processing

Life Coaching focuses on:

  • Insight integration and aligned action

Plant Medicine focuses on:

  • Emotional, energetic, and spiritual experiences

If your primary concern is physical health, hormones, digestion, inflammation, or chronic symptoms, Herbalism is likely the best starting point.

Who Are Herbalism Consultations For?

This service is ideal for individuals experiencing:

Digestive & Gut Health Issues

  • Bloating, constipation, diarrhoea

  • IBS or digestive discomfort

  • Food sensitivities

Hormonal & Metabolic Concerns

  • PMS, irregular cycles

  • Perimenopause or menopause symptoms

  • Adrenal or thyroid imbalance

  • Blood sugar instability

Chronic or Inflammatory Conditions

  • Persistent fatigue

  • Joint pain or inflammation

  • Autoimmune patterns

  • Skin conditions (eczema, acne, psoriasis)

Stress-Related Physical Symptoms

  • Tension headaches

  • Burnout-related fatigue

  • Sleep disturbances

  • Gut–brain symptoms

What to Expect in a Herbalism Consultation

Herbalism Consultations are collaborative, investigative, and personalised.

A typical process includes:

  1. Comprehensive intake & health history
    Including symptoms, lifestyle, stress, emotional health, and medical background.

  2. Vitals & functional assessment
    Understanding baseline health markers and system interactions.

  3. Pattern identification
    Identifying root causes and system imbalances.

  4. Testing review (if applicable)
    Blood or functional test results explained and contextualised.

  5. Personalised herbal protocol
    Custom herbs, dosing, and duration tailored to your body.

  6. Lifestyle & nutritional guidance
    Practical, realistic support for healing.

  7. Follow-up & refinement
    Protocols evolve as your body responds.

Important Financial & Practical Notes

To ensure transparency:

  • Consultation fees do NOT include:

    • Blood tests

    • Functional testing

    • Herbal medicine or supplements

  • Testing and herbs are quoted separately if recommended

  • This service works alongside medical care when appropriate

Functional Testing (Optional & Recommended When Needed)

Testing is not included in consultation fees and is recommended only when helpful.

May include:

  • Comprehensive blood panels

  • Inflammatory markers

  • Hormone testing

  • Gut microbiome analysis

  • Nutrient deficiency testing

All results are explained clearly, practically, and in context — without overwhelm.

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