About Herbal Therapeutics

Plants are wise and powerful allies. The practice of clinical herbalism matches the power of each plants capacity to heal, with the person's unique pattern of receiving healing.

We have a long shared history with plants.  We evolved on Earth together and have both learned how to adapt to this changing environment. Before the advent of science, using plant medicine was a daily practice.  We knew which plants would feed and nourish us, and we knew which plants could disrupt our natural body processes.  Our tribal medicine elders held the knowledge of the personalities and the magic of plants, and knew how to 'speak' to them, honoring their capacity to both harm and to heal.

In the early 19th century we began to chemically analyze plants. We extracted compounds from traditionally used plant medicines and investigated their 'active' constituents. Humans began making their own versions of these active constituents and thus, the world of pharmaceuticals was born. The commonly utilized pharmaceuticals such as aspirin, digoxin, and pseudoephedrine all find their roots in plant medicines.

The power of plant medicines rests in both their chemistry and their subtle personalities or 'energies'. Now that we know the physical and chemical mechanisms that create physiological changes in the body, our focus is turning back to what our ancestors knew. We are rediscovering the plants themselves and to how use our relationship with them to heal ourselves and the Earth.

Healing with Plant Medicines

There are many ways to partner with plants on your healing journey. You can call on plant medicines by ingesting them into your body, you can grow them in your yard or home, or you can incorporate their 'spirits' or essential oils into your daily regime.

You may also wish to work with a clinical herbalist who can help you choose the best plants for you and teach you about their healing properties. A clinical herbalist will assess your individual constitutional patterns and will design a formulation based on your needs and the unique healing properties of the plants.

Herbal Consultations with Ashley

Working with a clinical herbalist is a wonderful way to empower your healing journey and receive guidance and support from a trained practitioner. Ashley offers clinical consultations over the phone and in person.

A 60 - 90 minute initial consultation is recommended for all new clients. This initial session includes a look at your total health history and health goals. A complete review of symptom patterns, lifestyle, nutrition, and emotional/mental/spiritual health patterns will be explored. During your consultation, Ashley will offer guidance and ways to optimize your health through foods, herbs and lifestyle enhancements.

After your initial consultation, you will receive a custom formulation from Deep Green Wellness Apothecary located in Silver Spring. This blend may be a tea, tincture, powder, essential oil blend, or salve made from 100% organic ingredients. Your formula may be picked up or we can ship them to you. Pricing for herbs range from $20 - $60 per month and shipping is not included. Our goal is to make these herbal formulas affordable, so let us know how if you have financial concerns regarding the cost of your herbs.

In general, Ashley recommends a follow-up consultation two-weeks after you begin taking your herbal formula/s. Your follow up consultation will allow you to check in with Ashley regarding your progress and will give you an opportunity to reflect on your healing journey.

The number of follow up visits will vary depending on your individual health goals. For general wellness, two to three follow up visits are recommended. For chronic or more complicated health concerns, more follow up visits may be necessary.

Scheduling Your Consultation

Phone Consultations:

Ashley offers all phone consultations by donation. She believes that everyone should have access to the healing power of plants.To schedule a phone consultation, please email ashley@deepgreenwellness.com with the days and times you are available.

We ask that if you can afford to pay for services within the suggested donation ranges ($100 - $120/90min, and $75 - $90/60 min) that you do so. When people pay the suggested rate, it allows Ashley to offer her services at a lower rate for those who cannot afford the full price.

In-Person Consultations:

If you would like to schedule an in-person consultation, Ashley sees clients at Blue Heron Wellness, located in in Silver Spring.  For pricing details and to schedule an appointment, please contact Blue Heron directly.

BLUE HERON WELLNESS
10723B Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD 20901
301-754-3730
www.blueheronwellness.com