Events

All workshops and presentations take place in the Herbal Dispensary of Newtownpark Clinic, unless otherwise stated.

All events are pre booked as places are limited.

Please contact the clinic to book your selected course.

A 50% deposit is required to secure booking and the balance to be paid on the day of the workshop. All deposits are non refundable, unless at least 7 days notice of cancellation is given.

Each participant will receive course notes, herb samples and class materials at each course.

Due to the busy nature of the practice, Ciara will no longer be providing regular workshops and talks. All further public speaking events and workshops will be advertised on Irishherbalists FaceBook page

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A Herbal Christmas

Wednesday 15th December 2010
7pm to 9.30pm
€45

(FULLY BOOKED)

Saturday 18th December 2010
10am to12.30pm
€45

(FULLY BOOKED)

Give the gift of health this Christmas. This practical hands on workshop will demonstrate how to make many natural home-made gifts using the medicinal and aromatic value of herbs and spices. You will learn how to make festive pot-pouri, herbal oils and vinegars, herbal wreaths, festive teas, herb scented paper, festive floral waters and dream pillows

Boosting Immunity

Wednesday 15th December 2010
10.30-12.30
€45

(FULLY BOOKED)

Wednesday 19th January 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

(FULLY BOOKED)

This presentation and workshop covers the essentials in building a strong immune system to prevent / reduce the likelihood of succumbing to a cold or flu. Prevention is the key. In Natural Healing, we believe that  germs cannot thrive in a body that has a clean colon, bloodstream and lymphatic system. A natural approach using herbal medicines, a mucus-less diet and naturopathic techniques will be presented in the prevention and treatment of colds and flu. A practical demonstration on how to make a supertonic and the use of herbal medicines will also be taught.

The Natural Medicine Chest- Herbal First Aid

Wednesday 16th February 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

(FULLY BOOKED)

Nature provides us many safe and effective herbs for treating everyday ailments. In this workshop you will explore the contents of a Natural Medicine Chest. Participants will learn how to treat cuts, bruises, stings, bleeding, burns, toothaches, minor infections, gashes and lacerations and digestive disorders. Special precautions for foreign travel will also be taught. A practical demonstration using powders, ointments, oils, salves and fomentations will be demonstrated.

Natural Skincare

Wednesday 2nd March 2011
7pm tp 9pm
€45

                                                       (FULLY BOOKED)

Wednesday 9th March 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                       (FULLY BOOKED)

In Natural Healing we believe that you should never put on your skin what you wouldn't put in your mouth! This practical hands on workshop will focus on the many uses of herbal medicines and pure ingredients in natural skincare products. Ciara will demonstrate how to formulate many skin and body products for most skin types. Participants will get to take home the products made on the day and have an opportunity to purchase the many ingredients needed for making natural skin care products.

Radiance From Within

Wednesday 30th March 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                      (FULLY BOOKED)

This presentation is designed for those suffering from skin conditions and for those seeking to maintain and enhance a healthy complexion. Many skin disorders manifest from internal disharmony and congestion in one or more of the organs of elimination. Ciara will will explain how impurity in the bloodstream which manifests as acne, boils, pimples, dryness or oily skin occurs. The importance of systemic cleansing of the bowels, kidneys, liver, lymph and bloodstream using herbal medicines and nutrition will be presented. The emotional connection and the importance of a healthy nervous system will also be taught.

Healing With Nature Through The Seasons

Spring
Saturday 16th April 2011
10am -2.30
€75

                                                       (FULLY BOOKED)

This Spring Workshop incorporates a local herb walk, classroom based learning and a practical workshop.

Starting with a local herb walk, Medical Herbalist, Ciara Murphy will safely identify and harvest herbal medicines which are abundant in parks, fields and hedgerows of Dublin. Spring is the best season to harvest leaves as they have new sap in them. It is also a wonderful time to cleanse the body. We will identify and harvest stinging nettle, red clover, dandelion, burdock, chickweed and horsetail along with other traditional spring herbs. An emphasis is placed on respecting both the habitat and the individual plants.

Returning to the Herbal Dispensary a presentation on the medicinal values of the herbs harvested will be taught. This is followed by a practical workshop using the plants harvested to make herbal teas;infusions and decoctions, tinctures, vinegars, foods, skin creams, ointments and salves, poultices and fomentations. A healthy lunch is included using the many seasonal plants and living foods available.

Please Note: Wear suitable footwear and clothing. This walk will proceed regardless of weather conditions.

Pre-conceptional Health

Wednesday 27th April 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                   (FULLY BOOKED)

This presentation is aimed for all women seeking to enhance conception naturally. There are many medical reasons why a couple make experience difficulty in conceiving, and others that tests and procedures show no abnormalities whatsoever. Often, there is no connection between the health of a persons reproductive system and fertility. The importance of a clean colon, a strong nervous system and a pure bloodstream are just some of the areas Ciara will discuss. The use of herbal medicines, systemic cleansing, nutrition and naturopathy will be presented in detail.

A New Cycle of Life -The Menopause

Wednesday 18th May 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                  (FULLY BOOKED)

The menopause is the third cycle for women, after puberty and the time of childbearing. Its name means “moon pause” which is the final long pause in the monthly moon cycles. This time of change can be one of great power and creativity for women. How powerful and graceful this change can be, depends on how each woman can express their their new position in life positively. This talk will focus on the use of herbal medicines, naturopathy, positive emotions and diet to treat the many common physical and emotional symptoms which can occur during this time of transition.

Herbal and Naturopathy Treatments

Wednesday 8th June 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                  (1 PLACE AVAILABLE)

Naturopathy is a method of healing the body and increasing vitality using natural techniques. All these treatments are simple and inexpensive and can be worked into a busy lifestyle. In this workshop, Ciara will explain when these therapies should be applied in order to prevent disease and enhance natural healing. Skin Brushing, Contrast Showers, Epsom Salt Baths, Sitz Baths, Deep Breathing, Enemas, Fasting, Healing Crisis, Body Work, Exercise and Movement, Herbal Medicine, Fomentations and Castor Oil Packing will all be explained. You will learn why and when these naturopathic techniques should be used. The results of these treatments in combination with herbs relieve pain, detoxify specific organ and systemic congestion, activate circulation and increase elimination.

Healing with Nature Through the Seasons

Summer
Saturday 11th June 2011
10am to 2.30
€75

                                                   (FULLY BOOKED)

This Summer Workshop incorporates a local herb walk, classroom based learning and a practical workshop.

Starting with a local herb walk, Medical Herbalist, Ciara Murphy will safely identify and harvest herbal medicines which are abundant in parks, fields and hedgerows of Dublin. Summer is the best time to harvest flowers, seeds and leaves. We will identify cleavers, elder, meadowsweet, valerian, St John's Wort and shepards purse along with other traditional summer herbs. An emphasis is placed on respecting both the habitat and the individual plants.

Returning to the Herbal Dispensary a presentation on the medicinal values of the herbs harvested will be taught. This is followed by a practical workshop using the plants harvested to formulate teas: infusions and decoctions, tinctures, vinegars, foods, skin creams, ointments and salves, poultices and fomentations.

A healthy lunch is included using the many seasonal plants and living foods available at this time of the year.

Please note: Wear suitable footwear and clothing. This walk will proceed regardless of weather conditions

Digestive Health

Wednesday 22nd June 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                     (FULLY BOOKED)

Optimum digestion is the foundation of good health. It is estimated that over 90% of all diseases originate in the bowel. This presentation will explain what healthy digestion is and how to achieve it. Ciara will focus on maximizing digestion through a healthy diet, stress management, herbal medicines and naturopathy. There will also be practical demonstration on the many foods and herbs used to optimize digestive health.

Healthy Herbal Heart

Wednesday 6th July 2011
7pm to 9pm
€45

                                                  (1 PLACE AVAILABLE)

Heart attacks and circulatory disorders are often a “disease of the knife and fork”. The heart to poets, artists and spiritual healers is the key to our emotional well-being. In this workshop participants will learn the normal reference ranges of blood pressure, cholesterol and other tests that are frequently used to assess the health of the circulatory system. Ciara will educate you on diet, with an emphasis on plant based foods, the good and bad fats, stress management and exercise. Herbal medicines such as garlic, hawthorn, cayenne, dandelion root and red clover amongst others will all be taught, along with natural healing techniques to cleanse, strengthen and improve the circulation