In our society today, there is a significant shift in the way we look at our health and well-being.
People are starting to realize that being healthy is not just about not being sick but about having a
harmonious mind, body, and spirit. Many people are seeking out health practitioners who can
help them on their journey to good health.
It is so imperative that you find the right healer for you and your wellness journey! We are all
different with many different needs, and the path you take in your health should be most
aligned with your personal goals or values. Whether it be acupuncture, herbal medicine, or
mindfulness practices, let your health professional guide you on the correct path that best fits you
and your life.
I’m going to give you a few tips on how to select your healer. This advice does not mean that you
need to get the priciest healer or someone very close to your residence! I hope to give you a
starting point for how and where to start looking for some possible healers in your area. There
are many resources out there, but I will highlight the essential ones that will help you get started,
starting from little things like looking at your healer’s credentials/certifications to just resources
like databases or websites with holistic practitioners on them to local wellness or health centers.
Holistic health refers to an ancient approach to life and wellness that considers the whole person
rather than focusing on an illness or specific body parts. This means you think about a balanced
life that creates overall wellness.
There are holistic health practitioners across the globe. Naturopaths use herbs and food and talk
about lifestyle changes necessary to “heal” certain health conditions. Many acupuncturists use
the age-old philosophy derived from TCM or traditional Chinese medicine to help get to the root
of what a (holistic) body might be indicating is “out of balance.” Herbalists use herbs from all
over the world to create plant-based blends that focus on reducing health concerns.
Working with a practitioner with whom you resonate and someone who tries to get to know you,
from the beliefs you’ve carried with you from childhood to the types of food you eat and even
how you talk to yourself, is critical in defining the optimal ‘path’ to health.
Self-Assessment: This step is straightforward, yet very crucial. Take a moment to think about
what you are struggling with. Physical health problems, struggles with mental health, or simply
needing to make some lifestyle changes. Consider keeping a journal to log different symptoms
you might be dealing with, how you are feeling emotionally, and what little “wins” you might be
accomplishing every day. This will also make it easier for you to talk about your problem when
you find someone to help you.
Online Research: When doing a quick Google search for a “holistic doctor near me,” or some
similar phrase, make sure to look through different directories, check groups on Facebook, and
read through forums based in your local area. Sites like Google and Yelp can provide a directory
for you, but you should also check their reputation. More “community” sites, for instance, might
be more helpful for finding out which practitioners are the best certified, and where people have
had the best experiences with them.
Check Certain Criteria: Once you’ve found a few holistic practitioners you might like, check
their certifications and experience. Look for any details about where they studied, where they
received their holistic medicine certification, and the specific treatments they offer. Typically,
the more time a doctor has spent working with holistic medicine, the more they know about
different alternative approaches, and the more confident you can be once you’ve made your
decision.
But finding a wellness practitioner does not have to be time-consuming or confusing. I’ve put
together a “Done-For-You Research” Guide so you can make an informed decision about which
protective & holistic practices to adopt soon.
Directories can be a helpful way of finding good people. Many online directories (you know, the
kind you might find on a professional association or health website) provide a wealth of
information about health professionals. They might clue you in on the different person’s
qualifications, what they specialize in, where they are located, and some additional details. Many
times, these directories can be sorted by language, whether they accept insurance, certain aspects
of a doctor’s philosophy, and other items. You’ll have a chance to gather valuable information
about a prospective doctor.
Reviews matter, and what you’ll find in these directories is that they list people who will have
patient reviews. That’s right, you’ll see listings for all kinds of doctors and will be able to read
what other patients have to say. You’ll get a feel for how a doctor’s offices are run, and you’ll
pick up little details about a doctor’s manner, as well. You may also pick up one or two other
details via the magic of the internet, which uncovers some unhappy information elsewhere on the
web.
Consultations can seal the deal. That’s right, once you’ve done your Research, you can choose
among your favorites and set up consultations with others to see who might be to your liking.
You know, in the “meet the new doctor for the first time under nice conditions, not ‘you’re here
because your pain is bad’ type conditions. Many times, that first consultation will be free, so you
should get talking if you want to.
Alternative medicine is a big bucket category that includes any practice or treatment that isn’t
considered part of “Western” or conventional medicine. Some commonly known types of
alternative medicine include acupuncture, herbal medicine, chiropractic care, and homeopathy.
Many, though not all, practitioners of alternative medicine have a more holistic lens, viewing the
person’s body, mind, and spirit as being interconnected.
Anytime I’m working with alternative medicine practitioners, I always make sure to ask a LOT
of questions so that I can get a clear understanding of how they’re going to be taking care of me.
Some important things I like to understand are their qualifications, their level of experience, and
what specific modalities they practice.
When I’m deciding whether to work with an acupuncturist, a massage therapist, a chiropractor, a
physiotherapist, etc., I always, always make sure I’m getting an obvious understanding of how
exactly they’re going to be helping me.
When meeting a practitioner for the first time, whether for health, wellness, or personal
development, trust your intuition. Trust your gut. Sometimes, your gut feeling is often a
reflection of a subconscious energy read, and that read could be an energetic match. Other times,
your gut gives you an energetic clash. In doing your day-to-day sessions, over time, you may run
your energy more consistently by assessing the energetic angle of the practitioner’s modalities. It
is also in good practice to have a sense of whether controlling for start and stop times with
appointment handling feels like that energetic exchange that you get with your practitioner,
which is based on their take on handling etheric space and ethereal space. Energetic fits show up
in a case for good cause in commerce compliance for two reasons:
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