Modern Naturopathy

Modern Naturopathy is a natural healthcare clinic, founded by Rebecca Tanyar-Mead, and based in the rolling South Downs National Park, East Sussex, UK.

We specialise in natural medicine.

Modern Naturopathy offers a natural alternative for the holistic health of your whole family with the benefits of cutting edge functional testing and current evidence based research, whether that’s for acute and first aid care, or more chronic conditions, for any life stage.

Rebecca Tanyar-Mead DipCNM mGNC mANP is a UK registered, accredited Naturopath, Nutritional Therapist and Functional Medicine practitioner, who has completed the Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice modules with the prestigious Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM). She is also a member of the accrediting bodies for Naturopaths, the General Naturopathic Council (GNC), and the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners (ANP).

What is a Naturopath?

A Naturopath is a health practitioner who applies natural therapies, using long practiced methods such as nutrition, hydrotherapy, fasting and exercise, but also includes other approved natural healing practices. Modern Naturopathy uses nutrition and lifestyle medicine, nutraceuticals, herbal medicine, homeopathy, aromatherapy, and mycotherapy, amongst other naturopathic tools. These can be used in acute, and chronic care. We believe the body, when given the right tools, information and support, can heal itself. However, naturopathy is also very complementary, and can be used alongside regular, allopathic medicine. We work closely with the medical community when it is in the interests of our clients. The first principle of a Naturopath is ‘do no harm’, and we recognise the healing power of nature.

What is Functional Medicine?

This is, simply put, the joining of two worlds – the allopathic and naturopathic medicines. Functional medicine combines time-honoured practices of diet and lifestyle medicine with evidence based science and cutting edge functional testing, which can really get to the heart of the matter, often faster and more comprehensively than natural practices alone. Defined by the Institute of Functional Medicine as “…an evolution in the practice of medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, Functional Medicine addresses the whole person, not just an isolated set of symptoms. ….In this way, Functional Medicine supports the unique expression of health and vitality for each individual.”

Rebecca Tanyar-Mead CDip NT CDip ND mGNC mANP 

UK registered, accredited naturopath and nutritional therapist.

My clinical practice, Modern Naturopathy, combines naturopathic methods with evidence based nutritional science and the benefits of cutting edge functional testing, to provide personalised holistic care through natural medicine. Think of it as your ‘natural health GP’, a place to come for you and your family’s health needs, and to investigate and support you with everyday complaints, and more chronic conditions.

I support you with time to listen, take an in-depth health history, and offer advice and the tools to manage your, and your loved ones, health. I can also offer any relevant testing and analysis, to get to the heart of the issue, and if recommended, a referral to my network of professional colleagues.

I seek to support the whole person, listen to their individual story, and create a potential to reach the root cause of ill health.

I utilise many modalities, including nutrition and nutraceuticals, nutrigenomics, homeopathy, aromatherapy, herbal medicine and mycotherapy.  Having completed the Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice training with the Institute of Functional Medicine (www.ifm.org) I am also practiced in functional laboratory testing and integrated Functional Medicine, moving away from the disease-centric model of treatment, towards personalised care.

Clients can expect a naturopathic systems biology–based approach to their first line, and future proofing, care. They can expect all round intuitive support, with referrals to colleagues in specialised fields including acupuncture, reflexology, massage therapy, and also medical doctors and mental health practitioners.

With many years of experience in the naturopathic health world, a large network of well respected colleagues, and a family of my own, I am in a unique position to help you meet your health needs by providing natural remedies and strategies for your health symptoms, and find the root cause of any chronic conditions, leading to a better health outcome, free of pain and medications where possible, and full of vitality.

Who comes to see me? Anyone who needs support and answers. Perhaps you have a nasty cough you can’t shake? Or perhaps your child has an earache, or a tummy bug? Or perhaps you are looking to lose weight and just feel better, and what you’ve always done isn’t working for you anymore? Or there is something more chronic? An autoimmune condition? Unexplained gut issues? Maybe mental health support is needed? We’ll tackle your immediate relief of symptoms first, then we can work on improving long term health over time. My clients lead how much ongoing support they require, or not. It’s very important I work in partnership with my clients, listening to what they need.

As you can see, naturopathy is not just for chronic physical and mental health conditions and gut health (although it really is the answer to these :)), but is for every day first aid care too. I am here to teach you the tools to keep you and your family well on a daily basis, so that you eventually don’t need that chronic care. I really encourage little and ‘as needed’ interventions rather than waiting for something more chronic that takes many sessions to try and fix. This is really where that ‘natural health GP’ description really makes sense!

My expertise lies in searching for the reason underlying your symptoms, and recommending natural remedies that are effective for you, and any relevant tests that give you the information you need. No more guessing and googling. I can offer you practical, effective first line and lifestyle remedies for any number of complaints and issues, including common childhood illnesses, digestive issues, infections, general first aid, headaches, hormonal imbalances, weight management, fatigue, food intolerances, mental health issues, auto-immunity, and other health complaint you may have, plus trusted, effective referrals. With the option of functional testing, it’s possible to arm you with in depth, personalised results that will shape your health journey.

Where tests are available on the NHS, I can supply a referral letter for your NHS GP.

I am committed to lifelong learning, having also gained extra certification in nutrigenomics, mycotherapy and aromatherapy, as well as staying current with continued courses in the naturopathic and functional medicine arena. I am also a certified mould practitioner, a growing problem for people’s health.

  

Modern Naturopathy offers:

Your Natural Health Clinic

This runs as an in person or online clinic. Your first appointment, the Initial Consultation lasts up to 90 minutes (£145), and subsequent Follow Up sessions 45 minutes (£70). A minimum of one Follow Up session is advised.

Before your first appointment you will be asked to complete a short intake form to provide a brief medical and symptom history so that you can get the most from your time with me. At your first appointment I will also discuss your full health history.  When discussing your current health concern and symptoms, I may provide natural remedies, and perhaps nutraceuticals, to ease those symptoms, plus diet and lifestyle advice for you to consider. A short summary of our session, plus your personalised action plan with full naturopathic support, and a supplement chart, if appropriate, will be sent after your session. If I , or you, feel you could benefit from some functional testing, and/or a referral, I will detail your options for you, and discuss how we will work together to improve you and your family’s health going forward.

Emergency remedies will be sent through just after your appointment, with instructions on where to purchase them, with my practitioner discount codes. For all other advice, please allow 7 working days.

Bookings can be made via the contact form or by direct email. If you would like to talk to me first please send me an email and I will arrange this; I will be happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding your appointment, and whether it is the right thing for you, or your loved ones, via a free 15 minute discovery call.

Functional Testing Service

I offer a complete range of tests through professional, practitioner laboratories, plus the informed analysis of your results., which can either be ordered as part of ‘Your Natural Health Clinic’, or as a stand alone service. The stand alone service is ideally more for preventive care, or as a support for your work with another therapist, who may not be trained in functional testing.

These tests are extremely useful for preventing heath conditions, and spotting nutritional deficiencies and hormonal imbalances, for example, and are used as a diagnostic tool for inflammatory conditions, gut issues, including infections, food allergies, sensitivities and intolerances, and mental health problems, amongst many other issues.

All tests are priced individually. Please see the Functional Testing and Genomics Testing pages for more information. There may be an analysis and consultation fee on top of the price of the test, charged at my hourly rate of £95; this will vary depending on the amount, type, and depth of testing. Tests are not released without at least one hourly consultation because this would be unfit practice otherwise.

Functional testing is a great way to be proactive about your future health, and as preventative care. Many people use the service when offered health testing through their workplace, or for self-driven preventive care.

I am also very pleased to be able to offer a range of practitioner led only tests from KBMO Diagnostics and Lifecode Gx®, who are at the forefront of their industries. These are very effective prevention, and discovery tools, especially good for stubborn, hard to shift symptoms.

Enquiries can be made via the contact form or by direct email. If you would like to talk to me first please send me an email and I will arrange this; I will be happy to discuss any questions you may have, and whether testing is appropriate for you, or your loved ones, via a free 15 minute discovery call.

Meal Planning

I also offer a Meal Planning service. We have an initial conversation discussing diet and lifestyle habits, likes and dislikes, and your health goals. I then provide a personalised week’s menu plan with recipes and shopping lists, and any relevant health information leaflets. This has been an invaluable resource to help my clients on their journey towards better daily habits. One of the most impactful changes we can make towards our health is to cook from scratch, but many oil us feel ill equipped or overwhelmed. The meal plan is practical, tailored to your needs, and most importantly full of inspiring, healthy, delicious meals. I also factor in food waste to help you make the most out of your weekly food budget. With over 25 years of feeding a family of 6, nearly 20 years of working in the health and nutrition world, a lifelong passion for cooking, and a genuine love of food and eating together with family and friends, I am uniquely trained to help you find inspiration.

£245 for a personalised week’s menu plan, with recipes, full shopping list, tips and resources.

Enquiries can be made via the contact form or by direct email. If you would like to talk to me first please send me an email and I will arrange this; I will be happy to discuss any questions you may have, and whether this is appropriate for you, via a free 15 minute discovery call.