A parent’s experience

“We first visited Karl when our then eight-year-old daughter had patches of eczema affecting her eyelids, scalp, torso and ankles. Pharmacy and prescribed remedies had not improved the situation, and some caused burning sensations.

Karl conducted an in-depth consultation and explained his approach to tackling the problem as a whole. He prepared a tea and drops which, despite our daughter being an extremely fussy eater, we managed to persuade her to take.

The results were amazing: her eczema fully cleared. We have since returned to Karl for help with teenage skin issues. As before, he was very knowledgeable and helpful. I have recommended Karl to numerous people over the last couple of years.”

— Parent of a child patient, shared with permission and edited for length

A voyage of discovery

“Karl combines experience as an NHS nurse with a deep knowledge of herbal medicine and an understanding of oriental views of the mind and body. A consultation with Karl is a voyage of discovery into how our minds and bodies interact to create both ill health and healing.

The magic lies not just in the medicines and remedies. We feel listened to as whole people rather than isolated symptoms. We never feel rushed, and we come away from his visits with both confidence and greater insight into what is going on under the skin.”

— Patient review, shared with permission

Support through fibromyalgia

“I first met Karl Bedson at my fibromyalgia support group a little over a year ago. I was instantly drawn to his warmth, quirky sense of humour and no-nonsense approach to the profession he is so passionate about. I thought, finally, here is someone who understands my condition.

From our first appointment, Karl listened to even the tiniest symptoms—the ones you might never mention because you do not think they matter. He encouraged me to mention everything and then dug deeper to build a complete picture.

With Karl’s support, my herbal mix and a range of herbal teas, my fibromyalgia symptoms quickly began to ease. I improved so quickly that I do not know who was more shocked—me or Karl. There were ups and downs, including a couple of rough months during the winter, but Karl was always there with support, advice or sometimes simply a friendly chat.

Karl combines a thoroughly professional approach with warmth and compassion. Neither money nor gratitude could ever be enough to repay what he has done for me. He gave me back a life I thought was lost forever. When I think about how I was a little over a year ago, I cannot believe how far I have come. I would not hesitate to recommend him.”

— Patient living with fibromyalgia, shared with permission and edited for length

Individual experiences and responses vary. These testimonials do not guarantee the same outcome for another patient.