Rising to the Health Challenges of Our Times
Herbal medicine is a powerful tool for healing ourselves, our communities and the land
Join clinical herbalists Oren Hercz and Ember Peters for an ethical and quality herbal education that will give you the tools and knowledge you need to apply herbalism effectively and safely into your life
Our health cannot be separated from the earth that nourishes us.
The growing epidemic of chronic illness is deeply entwined with a disconnected stressed out culture, degradation of the earth and societal inequalities. Lack of adequate healthcare is leading many to embrace the healing potential of herbal medicine to care for ourselves and our communities. And for good reason! Herbalism offers a joyful and effective healing path that connects us with our own bodies, each other, and the natural rhythms of the earth.
Through herbalism we can glimpse a world of balance, respect, accessibility, and empowered healthcare.
We know that an herbal education that builds your skills and confidence must be rooted in the land, relationship, community and direct experience.
Our goal is to teach you an approach to herbalism that is ethical, safe and effective, giving you a solid foundational understanding that is immediately applicable to your life.
The times we live in deeply need the skills, intention, and heart that herbalists can offer.
Come join us! Our goal is to grow a base of knowledgeable herbalists across the region, who can support the day to day health of friends and family.
Our Approach
As holistic herbalists, we see living systems as more than the sum of their parts. We believe that all living things have a drive towards balance & vitality, and a part of the healing process is trying to remove obstacles to this natural force. We focus on supporting the body to have what it needs to heal - an approach that can be both gentle, profound and extremely effective. We recognize systemic obstacles to our health (such as socioeconomic barriers and marginalization) and that we are part of complex communities and ecosystems that impact our health much beyond our personal choices.
Oren and Ember both practice through a holistic lens that integrates traditional energetic systems with scientific research. We value the wisdom and experience within traditional systems of healing which can then be deepened and validated by modern scientific research.
In our herbal classes, we explore how to be in a healthy relationship with the earth, to be stewards to the land and to be present for all the complexities that come with that. While we don’t have all the answers, we are committed to asking deep questions about how to tread with integrity on this earth.
Experience Based Herbalism Education
Programs We Offer
Intermediate Program
An in depth year-long program that is offered both entirely online or hybrid online and in person, offering a solid foundation of herbalism education in a small class environment. Whether you are a keen beginner or have some study under your belt already, this is for you if you’re looking to support yourself, your family, or your community. This is the most in depth comprehensive program that we offer to give you the skills and tools you need to become a competent herbalist
2 Beginner Programs
In-person, hands on beginner programs are available to choose from - one on the South Shore and one in the Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia. Choose the program that works for you! These programs offer an introduction to herbalism so that you can build your confidence working with herbs at home.
