Discovery call
Tell me what’s going on, ask questions, and find out whether my approach suits you.
Medical Herbalist & Functional Medicine
Get to the root of chronic health problems
Herbal medicine, functional lab testing and a treatment plan built around you, in Edinburgh, on Skye or online.
No obligation. After the free 15-minute call, an initial consultation is £325. See fees
- 20+ yearsin clinical practice
- Medical herbalistMember of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (MNIMH)
- Functional medicineInstitute for Functional Medicine (IFM) certified
- BSc, BA, MScScottish School of Herbal Medicine
Jean DowMedical Herbalist &
Functional Medicine Practitioner
Functional Medicine Practitioner
Read patient stories →“I’m finally pain free and feel as though I’m getting my life back.”
Maggie C, psoriatic arthritis
How it works
Three simple steps
No long forms or commitment up front. Start with a short call to see if we’re a good fit.
Initial consultation
A full review of your history, symptoms and lifestyle, with lab tests recommended where they’ll help.
Your plan & follow-up
Personalised herbal medicine, diet and lifestyle changes, reviewed and adjusted as you improve.
Herbal medicine is typically around £64 a month. See full fees
What I help with
Especially when conventional answers have run out
I work with most conditions seen at a general practitioner (GP) surgery, and specialise in complex, long-term illness.
Gut & digestive issues
Autoimmune conditions
Psoriasis & eczema
Menopause & hormones
Chronic fatigue & fibromyalgia
Lyme disease
Chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) & mould illness
Stress, migraine & sleep
See all conditions →
Is this for me?
Find your best next step
Four quick questions, under a minute. Your answers are passed to the booking page so Jean knows what you’d like to talk about. Nothing is stored or sent until you book.
This isn’t a diagnosis. If your symptoms are sudden or severe, contact your GP, call the National Health Service (NHS) 111 line, or call 999 in an emergency.
Google reviews
What patients say
4.9 out of 5 from 23 Google reviews
“Her expertise is unmatched and her lovely manner put me at ease straight away. She has guided me expertly through treatments and explained everything in terms I could easily understand.”
Lorna T, Google review
“From my very first appointment, Jean has created a warm, understanding, and nonjudgemental environment. Jean always takes the time to understand all aspects of my health and wellness goals.”
Miriam R, Google review
“She listened to what I had to say and we discussed several options moving forward that suited me. I felt heard and understood.”
Jane Q, Google review
“Jean is a highly skilled, intuitive and caring specialist. She is generous with her time and support.”
Val, Google review
Clinics
See me in person or from home
One week a month
Edinburgh
4 Albyn Place, West End, EH2 4NG. Close to the West End tram stop.
Rest of the month
Isle of Skye
Garden clinic in Portree, IV51 9HT.
UK & beyond
Online
Every consultation and treatment is available by video. Herbs are posted to your door.
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Book a free 15-minute callNo obligation. After the free 15-minute call, an initial consultation is £325. See fees
