How much does it cost to go to a holistic healing/ alternative medicine ‘doctor’?
November 26th, 2009 | by admin |herbal treatments for disease…
I would like to hear about any experiences!
Thanks!
It’s going to depend alot on where you live, and what exact kind of doctor you are going to. Expect to spend around $100-$200 for the first session, and then some modalities will charge slightly less for follow-up sessions.
One thing you can do to help deal with the costs is check and see if there are any teaching clinics near you for the modality you are looking for. For acupuncture, naturopathy, shiatsu, herbalism, and homeopathy, I will usually go to the student clinic where I get excellent care under several doctors (a student and usually 1-2 supervising doctors) rather than just one. These clinic prices are usually around $25-$40 per session, and often offer further discounts if you pre-pay for several sessions up front. This saves you ALOT of money, while still providing you with good care.
I have gotten more and more frustrated with regular doctors over the years – I still go for check ups and lab work, but for most other things I will always see a alternative/holistic practitioner. My health has improved dramatically in the last 5 years that I have been handling my health this way. I find acupuncture, naturopathy, chiropractic, and massage the most helpful for my conditions – but you may likely be different.
If you are looking for a holstic practitioner to be your primary caregiver, I would suggest a naturopath.
Good luck!
4 Responses to “How much does it cost to go to a holistic healing/ alternative medicine ‘doctor’?”
By hecla 1 on Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
it depends on the Dr, each has his/her own fee list and then it will depend on if you need to purchase any herbs or supplements from them.
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By Fable on Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
it depends on each doctor. I saw a shamanic healer a while ago & she was very good & she prescribed me homeopathic medicine as well as counselling & Australian Bush flower remedies for about £35 a session. Also, some also give different rates depending on how much you can truly afford as these businesses are not so competitive (not to put down their effectiveness though).
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By Narender Reddy on Nov 27, 2009 | Reply
per sitting 200/-
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By prana_devi on Nov 27, 2009 | Reply
It’s going to depend alot on where you live, and what exact kind of doctor you are going to. Expect to spend around $100-$200 for the first session, and then some modalities will charge slightly less for follow-up sessions.
One thing you can do to help deal with the costs is check and see if there are any teaching clinics near you for the modality you are looking for. For acupuncture, naturopathy, shiatsu, herbalism, and homeopathy, I will usually go to the student clinic where I get excellent care under several doctors (a student and usually 1-2 supervising doctors) rather than just one. These clinic prices are usually around $25-$40 per session, and often offer further discounts if you pre-pay for several sessions up front. This saves you ALOT of money, while still providing you with good care.
I have gotten more and more frustrated with regular doctors over the years – I still go for check ups and lab work, but for most other things I will always see a alternative/holistic practitioner. My health has improved dramatically in the last 5 years that I have been handling my health this way. I find acupuncture, naturopathy, chiropractic, and massage the most helpful for my conditions – but you may likely be different.
If you are looking for a holstic practitioner to be your primary caregiver, I would suggest a naturopath.
Good luck!
References :