The Lifestyle Medicine Consultation

Working together

Before we agree to work together we will have an introductory free phone call of 10-15 minutes. This is a time to work out if we are a good fit and to see if the 6-month treatment plan is the best option for you.

If we agree to work together then I will ask you to fill in a couple of questionnaires. One is a detailed health questionnaire and the other a symptom scorer. Ideally these should be filled in electronically and emailed back to me so that I can start the process before we meet.

Our first consultation will be about 90 minutes long and is about getting to know you and your health challenges in depth so that I can then tailor a plan for you. This can be in person or by video call.

I will then take my time to think about the best plan. This generally involves some revision and research before I write a detailed plan or ‘holistic prescription’. I also fill in the IFM Timeline and Matrix which can help us both understand the root causes of your health issues.

The 2nd consultation is scheduled for a week or two after you receive the prescription. The purpose is for me to explain what I think is causing your health issues and why I have made certain recommendations. You have the chance to ask all the questions you need so you feel you have enough information to start making the changes you choose to embrace.

This appointment lasts as long as you need, up to 90 minutes, and is usually via video call.

Follow-up Care

Follow up is extremely important for most people. My plans often encourage people to make multiple changes to their diet and lifestyle. Some are just for a short period but others ideally lifelong. At follow-up appointments we will often refine the prescription as we see what works for you. Also making changes usually requires some ongoing support. Different people need different levels of support and I am happy to offer what is needed though you may prefer to engage the support of a Health Coach if you need a lot of support in making changes.

Follow up sessions are shorter 20-40 minutes and spaced at approximately 6 week intervals.

Do I need this in-depth approach?

If you only have one or two straightforward health issues then a shorter consultation may be possible. I offer a flat hourly rate so you can choose how much of my time you need. We can discuss this in our introductory phone call.

Fees

6 month treatment plan: £650

This includes:

  • Pre-consultation ‘intake’ questionnaire evaluation
  • 90 minute face to face consultation
  • Filling in the timeline and matrix
  • A written personalised lifestyle plan
  • A supplement & herbal plan with 25-33% practitioner discount
  • 60-90 minute explanatory consultation
  • 3 x 30 minute follow ups or equivalent
  • Email support between consultations
  • Further tailoring of your plan
  • Discounts on products & private testing

Follow on Package – £300

  • 3 x 30 minute follow ups or equivalent
  • Tailoring of your plan
  • Email support for 6 months
  • Ongoing discounts on products & testing

Hourly Rate – £85

This is charged for all the time I take, from reading through notes, our consultation and writing the prescription. It is only recommended for those with very straightforward health issues who need minimal support. Alternatively a slightly discounted 6 month plan may be agreed upon.

Discounts

Discounts may be available by agreement for those with simple health issues (as above), children or those on benefits.

Payment

Payment is due on receipt of invoice which will be sent along with your lifestyle prescripton. Bank transfer is preferred though we also take *card payments & cash.

*There is a small surcharge for card payments to cover fees.

To arrange your free 10-minute introductory phone call email Antonia