Business Details
Your Trusted Herbal Medicine & Wellness Partner in Hexham
Established by Ross Menzies, a qualified medical herbalist with over 23 years of clinical experience, our practice combines traditional herbal medicine, medicinal mushrooms, and nutritional therapy to support holistic health. As a member of the Association of Master Herbalists and the UK Register of Medicinal Mushroom Practitioners, we provide personalized prescriptions using high-quality organic herbs and sustainably sourced ingredients.Our clinics in Hexhamshire offer in-person, phone, and online consultations for physical and mental health support, alongside workshops and retreats focused on reconnecting individuals with nature's healing potential. We also produce handmade therapeutic products and run a therapeutic horticulture charity, Let's Get Growing, to address diverse health needs through natural methods.
Services
Herbal Consultations
Medicinal Mushrooms
Nutritional Advice
Workshops
Wellbeing Retreats
Highlights and features
- 23 years of clinical experience in herbal medicine
- Personalized prescriptions using organic and sustainably sourced herbs
- Integrated approach combining herbal medicine, mushrooms, and nutrition
- Award-winning therapeutic horticulture charity involvement
- Certified practitioner with professional body memberships
Associations and certifications
- Association of Master Herbalists
- UK Register of Medicinal Mushroom Practitioners
Services
Herbal Consultations
Personalized herbal medicine consultations address physical and mental health issues using high-quality organic herbs. Initial sessions last one hour, with follow-ups tailored to individual progress. Treatments include bespoke tinctures, ointments, and lifestyle advice to support natural healing processes.
Medicinal Mushrooms
Specialist medicinal mushroom prescriptions complement herbal treatments for chronic conditions and immune support. Blends are tailored to individual needs, leveraging research-backed properties to enhance wellbeing through natural fungal compounds and synergistic plant interactions.
Nutritional Advice
Personalized nutrition plans identify food intolerances and optimize dietary choices for vitality. Sessions focus on eliminating problematic foods while creating enjoyable, balanced diets that support the body's natural healing mechanisms and long-term health.
Workshops
Hands-on workshops teach wild plant identification, medicine-making, and spiritual connections to nature. Courses include seasonal retreats, plant spirit medicine training, and practical sessions on creating tinctures and ointments to empower self-care through natural remedies.
Wellbeing Retreats
Residential retreats in a tranquil setting combine herbal medicine consultations, spiritual counselling, and nature immersion. The Birch Bothy accommodation offers a peaceful space for reflection, meditation, and personalized wellness programs to restore balance and deepen connection to natural healing.
People
Ross Menzies
Medical Herbalist
Qualified herbalist with 23 years' clinical experience, member of MAMH and UKIMPR. Combines herbal medicine, mushrooms, and nutrition to address health needs. Ordained interfaith minister offering spiritual accompaniment and therapeutic horticulture through Let's Get Growing charity.
Questions
What happens during an initial herbal consultation?
Initial consultations last one hour, covering medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle. Blood pressure checks and bespoke herbal prescriptions are provided, alongside dietary and lifestyle recommendations tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer online consultations?
Yes, phone and online consultations are available for those unable to attend in person, ensuring accessibility while maintaining personalized care and treatment planning.
What workshops are available?
Workshops include wild medicine identification, plant spirit medicine retreats, and seasonal herbal courses. Topics cover tincture-making, ointment preparation, and spiritual connections to natural healing practices.
Are retreats available for solo visitors?
Yes, the Birch Bothy offers self-contained accommodation with optional structured support. Guests can choose between guided sessions or independent reflection in a peaceful natural setting.
How are herbal prescriptions personalized?
Prescriptions are individually prepared in-house using organic herbs, adjusted throughout treatment to reflect changing needs. Blends combine traditional knowledge with modern understanding of plant chemistry and patient-specific requirements.
