Ange Palmer

My private practice is open and I am available now for in person sessions in Nelson or the Baton Valley, or online consultations. New patients are welcome. Appointments can be made via an email request.

I gained my Diploma in Clinical Herbal Medicine in 2002 from The Canterbury College of Natural Medicine after 3 years of full-time study. I have also trained in Natural Fertility Management and have worked extensively with reproductive health issues, endocrine and digestive disorders, and fatigue. I'm passionate about plant medicine.

I have always had a strong connection to nature. As a young St John Ambulance cadet I spent weekends assisting in rest homes with caring for elders, and I remember visiting the Weleda medicinal gardens and being enthralled by the scent of lemon balm as we walked through a huge patch of the vibrant herb. I did my last year of high school in Indonesia and at 21 worked on an ethnobotanical research expedition in the Sumatran rainforest witnessing indigenous people who totally depended on the plants for their healthcare. I was in awe of their integration with their natural environment.

Motherhood inspired me to learn more about wellbeing within a natural context – homeopathy, yoga, whole foods and herbs became a part of everyday life. I founded Moontime Aotearoa, an enterprise offering washable menstrual cloths in the early nineties (no longer my business), and have a long involvement in environmental activities. Co-producing 2 Degrees, a feature documentary about climate justice released in 2013, added to my insight and skills.

In 2016 I completed a three year, advanced 2000 hour Compassionate Practitioner training in Ashtanga Yoga with senior teacher Dena Kingsberg and this is now foundational in my life and work. Working casually as a health care assistant at Nelson Hospital, mostly in the emergency department, gives me insight into the mainstream health world, both its benefits and flaws.

Recently I have moved to a rural valley at the base of the mountains of Kahurangi National Park. The valley is home to at least 30 of the herbs which I utilise in my practice, and whilst its not yet practical for me to be wild-harvesting all the herbs I need, I do look forward to being able to offer more locally grown medicinal plants in the future.

From 2021 I will be offering retreats based on the property where I live and expanding the scope of my health practice into the wilderness and tranquillity of the beautiful Baton Valley.

I love to ride horses in the mountains. I'm also very keen on cows and sea turtles.

An indication of your preferred days and times is useful however I am currently only consulting every second week for limited hours.

My Nelson consults are held in 'The Wellness Workshop' which is a new co-working clinic upstairs at Miki D's NEW gym, the black and yellow building between Kathmandu and Macpac at 22 Achilles Ave, Wakatu Square, central Nelson. Please wait on the seats on the right at the top of the stairs and I will come and meet you.

Baton Valley consults will entail a 20 minute drive from Woodstock Junction on a gravel road and a 5 minute walk to the house. Allow 50 minutes from Motueka or 90 minutes from Nelson. There are options to combine your consultation with a relaxation massage, micro fascial unwinding treatment, or a private yoga or breath work session. Please enquire for further details on these possibilities.

Fees:
I am wanting to align with a future financial model that is about access, empowerment and evaluation so fees are on a sliding scale. New clients suggested fee is $80-$150 for up to 90 minutes, and follow up fee guideline is $50 - $100 for up to 45 minutes. However I'd like you to pay the amount that is the right amount for you. If your financial means are limited, then you can choose a token amount or even zero. That makes this accessible to everyone.

I welcome everyone regardless of ability to pay. Regardless of the amount you choose, you will have the same focus and care from me as everyone else. My offering is my commitment to fully engaging in your health process. Your contributions will support me to offer my service on an ongoing basis. I will offer an evaluation option at the close of the consultation process.

Please pay on the day of your consult to :
Account of A.J Palmer 15-3969-0022514-03
Use your name and 'consult' as reference.