Herbal Medicine · Manly
Herbal Medicine in Manly
What’s involved
A consultation, then a formula compounded individually for you afterwards — never off the shelf.
- Naturopathy, Western and Chinese herbal medicine
- Consultations from 15 to 90 minutes
- Four practitioners, five days a week
Our approach
Three traditions under one roof
Western herbal medicine, naturopathy and Chinese medicine offer distinct, time-honoured traditions. Akasha brings these complementary approaches together under one roof.
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Naturopathy
Practised by Marianne Edwards, drawing on degree-level training in Western herbal medicine, flower essences and homeopathy. Individualised naturopathic care is guided by a comprehensive clinical assessment and the individual’s health needs. Where appropriate, individualised preparations may be arranged following consultation.
Western herbal medicine
The European tradition, practised by Jo Morgan. Formulas are dispensed as bitters, teas, elixirs, syrups and tinctures.
Chinese herbal medicine
Practised by Amrit and Charles, who are registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia for both acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Compounded after the consultation
Individual preparations are made up once your practitioner has seen you, and are billed separately from the consultation fee.
Where our practitioners focus
Areas of clinical interest
Our herbalists see clients across the full scope of their practice. These are the areas each has chosen to focus on:
Your visit
What to expect
Here is how a first appointment usually runs.
- A consultation covering your health history, diet, family history and lifestyle factors such as exercise, stress and sleep.
- Tell your practitioner about everything you take, prescribed or over the counter. Herbs can interact with medications.
- Your practitioner writes a protocol for your individual situation.
- Preparations are compounded after the consultation and billed separately.
- Follow-up appointments review your protocol and adjust the formula.
Going deeper
How preparations are made
Individual preparations are extemporaneously compounded and dispensed only after a personal consultation.
Both Marianne and Jo draw on the Western herbal tradition to provide individualised herbal care within their respective training and scope of practice. Jo dispenses as bitters, medicinal teas, elixirs, syrups and tinctures, drawing on the European herbal tradition and the apothecary craft she trained in.
Practised by Marianne Edwards, integrating Western herbal medicine, homeopathy and flower essences. Custom preparations are extemporaneously compounded post-consultation as tinctures, drop doses, bitters, medicinal teas, syrups or pillules.
Amrit and Charles prescribe granulated formulas alongside acupuncture or as a consultation on its own. Herbs are paid for at the time of the order, at approximately $0.85 per gram. See our acupuncture page for their full session list.
Jo founded Herbadashery in 2013 and formulates its herbal bitters, teas, elixirs and syrups. Please note she may recommend these preparations where clinically appropriate, and has a commercial interest in them.
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking prescription medications or under care for an existing condition, speak with your GP before starting any herbal preparation, and tell your practitioner what you are taking.
Your care team
Meet our herbalists
Marianne Edwards and Jo Morgan practise Western herbal medicine, providing individualised herbal care following consultation and assessment. Amrit and Charles are registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia for Chinese herbal medicine.
Marianne Edwards
Naturopath & Western Herbal Medicine Practitioner
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) · ATMS #56241
With a four-year degree and over eight years of clinical experience, Marianne integrates Western herbal medicine, homeopathy, flower essences and lifestyle guidance into individualised naturopathic care. Operating within her scope of practice, she formulates and dispenses custom preparations following a comprehensive clinical assessment.
Mon–Fri 10am–4pm
Jo Morgan
Western Herbal Medicine Practitioner
Full member, NHAA
Twenty-two years in clinical practice, with a Diploma of Botanical Medicine from Nature Care College. Special interest in digestive health, hormonal transitions and healthy ageing.
Wed 10am–4pm
Dr Amrit Dean (Chinese Medicine)
Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner
AHPRA CMR0002021306 · ATMS #29761
Chinese herbal medicine as a consultation on its own, or alongside acupuncture within an integrative session.
Wed–Fri 9am–5pm · Sun 1:30–5pm (fortnightly)
Dr Charles Jwa (Chinese Medicine)
Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner
AHPRA CMR0001715070 · ATMS #28929
Holds a Master of Health Science in Chinese herbal medicine from UTS. Consultations available in clinic or by telehealth.
Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat 10am–5pm
Fees
Consultations
Naturopathy — with Marianne Edwards
| Session | Length | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Initial naturopathic consultation in clinic or telehealth. A comprehensive clinical assessment covering your health history, goals and systems, with an individualised plan. Custom Western herbal medicine, homeopathy or flower essences are formulated and dispensed where clinically appropriate. | 90 min | $220 |
| Acute health consultation in clinic or telehealth. Focused naturopathic support for an acute or short-term concern, allowing herbal tinctures, teas or drop-dose preparations to be formulated and dispensed at the appointment. | 30 min | $110 |
| Initial neurodiversity & naturopathic consultation in clinic or telehealth. Neuro-affirming care integrating degree-level naturopathic assessment. Custom herbal formulations, flower essences or homeopathic preparations are individually compounded following your assessment. | 90 min | $240 |
Western herbal medicine — with Jo Morgan
| Session | Length | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | 60 min | $220 |
| Follow-up consultation | 45 min | $165 |
| Acute consultation a single issue, to prescribe herbs | 15 min | $55 |
Chinese herbal medicine
| Session | Length | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation with dietary advice with Amrit | 45 min | $125 |
| Consultation with Amrit | 30 min | $95 |
| Initial consultation with Charles, herbal medicine only | 45 min | $120 |
| Follow-up consultation with Charles, in clinic or telehealth | 30 min | $90 |
Preparations are billed separately from the consultation. Chinese herbs are paid for at the time of the order, at approximately $0.85 per gram. Fees are current at the time of publication and may change — the fee confirmed at booking applies.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
They represent distinct herbal traditions, diagnostic frameworks and educational pathways. Western herbal medicine draws on European traditions, while Chinese herbal medicine sits within Chinese medicine and is registered via AHPRA. Naturopathy expands on Western herbal medicine by integrating degree-level training in plant medicine, homeopathy and flower essences into an individualised care plan.
Naturopathy is a holistic framework that incorporates degree-level training in Western herbal medicine alongside complementary modalities like homeopathy and flower essences. Following a clinical assessment, custom formulations — such as tinctures, bitters, teas and pillules — are individually prepared for your needs.
Everything — prescribed and over the counter, including supplements. Herbs can interact with medications. If you are pregnant, nursing or under care for an existing condition, speak with your GP before starting a herbal preparation.
That depends on your practitioner and your protocol. Western herbal preparations are dispensed as bitters, teas, elixirs, syrups or tinctures; Chinese herbal formulas are usually granulated. Both are compounded after your consultation rather than taken off a shelf.
They are billed separately from the consultation, because the formula is written for you. Chinese herbs are charged at approximately $0.85 per gram, paid at the time of the order. Your practitioner will go through the cost with you before dispensing.
Amrit and Charles hold Medibank provider numbers for Chinese herbal medicine, so whether you can claim depends on your level of cover. Western herbal medicine and naturopathy are not currently eligible for health fund rebates. Please check with your fund before your appointment.
Marianne consults Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. Jo consults on Wednesdays. Amrit works Wednesday to Friday and alternate Sundays; Charles works Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. If you’re not sure which tradition suits you, call reception on 02 7228 5363.
Written for you, not off the shelf
Western and Chinese herbal medicine in Manly, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
- 02 7228 5363
- reception@akashahealth.com.au
- 7 West Promenade, Manly NSW 2095
The information on this website, including details of traditional herbal preparations, is for educational and general informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition, nor to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a registered medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your GP or another qualified healthcare provider about any medical condition.