Bach Flowers

Bach Flower Essences are a simple and natural method of gaining complete equilibrium and harmony for the personality by means of wild flower remedies discovered in the 1930s by British Dr. Edward Bach. They are loved around the globe.

Dr. Bach, a medical doctor and bacteriologist, believed that if a patient’s emotional balance was corrected, the body’s natural ability to throw off illness would be strengthened. In the 1930s, Dr. Bach processed the flowers in and around his pastoral cottage in Oxfordshire , England and discovered how to release their unique essences.  Today, these safe and gentle essences are used all over the world by individuals, homeopaths, massage therapists, chiropractors, psychotherapists, counselors, dentists, veterinarians, and healers.

There are 38 Essences (plus the one composite essence, Rescue Remedy) are prepared from the flowers of non-poisonous plants, bushes, and trees in a dilution method similar to homeopathy. Each essence can assist a specific mental and emotional state.

They work on the emotional state of the person concerned. They aim to transform the negative attitudes associated with disease and/or stress into positive ones. This, in turn, allows the body’s own physical system to fight disease and associated stress.

There are a number of ways to determine which essences can be beneficial. A few are:  questionnaires, cards and intuitive means. I work individually with each client to mutually determine the essences. 

The essences are preserved in a base of water and alcohol. They are safe, natural, have no side effects and will not interfere with any other form of treatment. Taking too much of a remedy that does not apply, does not cause any harm. They are so safe you can take them every day as often as you like. They can be taken right alongside any conventional or homeopathic medicine.

People do not have to be physically ill to benefit from the Bach Flower Essences. In times of difficulty and fatigue when negative feelings creep in, the essences can restore balance before any physical symptoms appear. I also believe they can be used to create an ‘optimal’ state. And there are benefits to taking the essence for your astrological natal moon.    

As we are all unique individuals, we all need individually designed formulas to match our personalities and lifestyles. Dr. Bach’s plan recommends you choose as many as 6 or 7 essences to match your personal needs. A “treatment bottle” will be prepared with the selected essences. You can add 2 drops to a glass of water or juice to sip through the day. Since the essence is in water you can put the drops directly into your mouth – and you can take it anywhere so relief is always there for you.

Individual sessions are available. For more information see offerings.