About Fiona

Hi, I'm Fiona, the Natural Healing Guide.

I help people to heal through a creative connection with the healing power of plants and nature.

Whether working one-to-one or with groups, I offer natural health care sessions, walks and workshops as a qualified medical herbalist, natural therapist, wild medicine forager and intuitive guide.

Professional Qualifications

I graduated with a 1st Class BSc (Hons) in Herbal Medicine from Edinburgh Napier University in 2019.

My dissertation focused on Herbal Medicine to Support Grief in Life-Threatening Illness.

In the same year, I was honoured to be accepted as a member of National Institute of Medical Herbalists (NIMH) and receive their Michael Burns Award for Outstanding Achievement for my progress and commitment as a student.

NIMH is a UK based professional body for herbal practitioners established in 1864 that requires:

Rigorous training and clinical medicine knowledge
Over 500 hours of supervised clinical practice
A strong code of ethics and accountability

This ensures you receive safe, knowledgeable, and effective herbal care tailored just for you.

What I Offer

Herbal Consultations (online and in-person, Walkerburn, Scottish Borders)
Wanderlust Herbal Podcast - healing plant inspired conversations & remedies around the world
Divine Business Circle - a community space to grow with seasonal cycles, connection with nature and soul-aligned support
Filosophies Newsletter
Holistic Business Mentoring
Astrology & Tarot Readings

Experience & Background

I gained practical experience working at Napiers Herbal Clinics in Edinburgh, where I worked for eight years initially as a clinic receptionist and admin, supporting the therapists and advising patients on therapies, then as a shop assistant, advising on natural health products, herbal dispenser, mail order and manufacturing, and eventually began my practice there as a herbalist, after I qualified.

Since leaving Napiers, I've worked at a number of holistic health centres around Edinburgh, including as herbal practitioner and clinic manager at Natural Foods Etc., running clinics, courses and workshops at Bristo Yoga Centre, Gorgeous Therapies, and Neal's Yard Remedies Edinburgh.

I have worked seasonally as a Foraging & Natural Remedy Making Tutor for the Outlook Project, offering courses and workshops for users of mental health services, and for the Edinburgh City Council Adult Education Programme.

Since 2017, I’ve been supporting creatives and holistic business owners with holistic business readings, facilitating growth and connection in the Divine Business Circle community (online and in-person across Peebles and Edinburgh).

My Approach & Special Interests

I work with clients of all ages, from babies to elders.

My special areas of focus include:

Travel health care
Emotional and mental well being during transitions
Natural support for grief
Creative approaches to healing
Wild medicine and foraging

My Story

My passion began with an evening class in herbal medicine while studying for a philosophy degree at Edinburgh University. This was at Napiers Herbalists across the road from the university, where I ultimately ended up working as a clinic receptionist, dispensary assistant, and eventually practicing as a herbalist!

After graduating I travelled through Asia, North and Central America, and Europe. I was inspired by traditional herbalists I met on my travels and learned about plant remedies while volunteering on ecological communities.

After a year of working at Napiers on my return, I decided to train professionally to become a medical herbalist studying BSc Hons Herbal Medine (Phytotherapy) at Edinburgh's Napier University.

Alongside herbalism, I also support my clients on their personal development and healing journeys as a tarot & astrology reader with over 25 years experience, combining these skills in my unique Tea & Tarot sessions that blend herbal tea with intuitive guidance.

Since 2021, I now travel regularly between Indonesia, Malaysia, and Scotland to support family, which is when my work became location independent and predominantly online.

My availability for in person appointments in Scotland varies, usually spring & summer appointments only, but I’m committed to providing consistent care throughout the year from wherever I am via online calling.

I have hosted frequent herbal events, both myself and as a host for guest teachers, and seasonal retreats, talks, walks and workshops.

In my free time, I love to spend time in nature, creating nature art, camping and travelling. I enjoy cooking, arts & crafts, yoga, meditation, writing and long walks in nature.