My Philosophy

Meeting You Where You’re At

As an herbalist, my ethos revolves around the principle of facilitating improved health for my clients via herbal solutions, lifestyle modifications, and nutritional interventions. I advocate for the effectiveness of natural treatments, aimed at augmenting the body's innate healing capacities, while endeavoring to enlighten clients about the role of herbs as a supplemental aspect of their holistic healthcare regimen.

Lifestyle & Nutrition

Recognizing the fundamental role of lifestyle and nutrition in fostering optimal health, I collaborate with clients to detect detrimental habits potentially exacerbating their health issues, providing guidance towards transformative, health-enhancing changes.

Beyond merely employing herbs and supplements, I underscore the need for a nutritious, balanced diet and routine exercise as crucial components of overall well-being. My holistic approach to healthcare takes into account the distinct requirements and aspirations of every individual client.

Health Sovereignty

My philosophy as a holistic herbalist revolves around empowering your education and autonomy, while actively challenging the conflicts inherent in the fear-driven western medical paradigm.

About the Herbalist

Ivy Ham


Clinical Herbalist | Web Designer

I come from a long line of believers in natural and holistic medicine. Despite this, as a teenager, I decided to pursue Western medicine as a means of addressing my health concerns. However, during this time, I struggled with a number of gastrointestinal problems, hormonal imbalances, and was unable to make significant progress in healing from a traumatic brain injury that I sustained in 2014.

Frustrated with the high cost, lack of progress and absence of relief from Western medical treatments, I began to explore alternative approaches to healing. This led me to seek out the services of a Chinese acupuncturist and herbalist in Portland, OR. After just a few months of acupuncture, following a macrobiotic diet, and taking herbal supplements, I finally experienced a significant improvement in my gut health and hormonal balance.

Inspired by the transformative effects of these treatments on my own health, I became determined to help others improve their well-being as well. I began researching herbs and supplements on my own, seeking out more efficient ways to support the healing process for my clients. This ultimately led to my enrollment in a clinical herbalism program.

Today, as a practitioner, I offer a range of services to my clients, including customized holistic lifestyle plans, custom herbal formulas, supplement therapies, and breathwork techniques. My goal is to work with my clients to ensure their comfort and optimal health, always looking for ways to support their healing journey in innovative ways compatible to their life.

Credentials

  • Professional Herbalist Course Year 2 Winter Term at IIEI

  • Professional Herbalist Intermediate Course 2022 at IIEI

  • Professional Herbalist Course Year 2 Online: Fall Term 2022 at IIEI

  • Herb Pro Series at PCC (CEU 3214)

  • Herbalism Series: Herbs & Health at PCC (CEU 3215)

  • Herb Pro Series: Holistic Health at PCC (CEU 3216)

  • Moxabustion Therapy Mentorship with a Retired Acupuncturist

  • Fire Cupping Online Seminar Workshop 2020

  • Herbs for Pets Workshop with KP Khalsa at IIEI

  • Korean Hand Acupressure online Workshop with Michael Tierra, Elder Herbalist