University in England
Shortly after graduation, I lost all my belongings in a fire and such big life changes kept me in Santa Barbara California working as a naturalist and wildlife biologist, as I pursued classes in massage and advanced healing arts. I went on to teach massage and energy skills and set up my own massage practice.
My clients began to ask me for herbal advice, so I felt it was time to learn more. I moved to the UK to earn a diploma in herbal medicine and iridology from the Selfheal School - a Dr. Christopher based school of natural healing. When I returned to the US, I worked with one of my teachers, Dr. Schulze for one of his herbal crusades, then I set up my own massage and herbal practice in Santa Barbara.
While in Santa Barbara I began teaching the first western herb classes offered by the Santa Barbara City College adult education program, and one of those classes, Botanical Body Care, eventually inspired this book. My handouts were thorough but students still took copious notes, saying; "this could make a handbook".
By the time I taught classes for the fifth year - I was getting tired of the annual update of handouts and making copies, so I sat down and put them together, further adding information, researching, compiling and organizing my materials into a book form. I continue to offer the Botanical Body Care class series each spring in Mendocino where I live and hold a private practice.
I am a member of Corners of the Mouth - a worker-owned health-food store in the village, where I serve as a nutritional consultant.
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