Homeopathy is truly a holistic medicine. It
affects the entire organism simultaneously producing positive
changes psychologically, emotionally and physically. It is
holistic medicine in that the whole human being is considered in
any treatment plan. Homeopaths need to gain an understanding of
the individual on all levels of their being in order to
effectively assist them to return to wholeness or health. Holistic
medicine also implies an understanding of the whole human being in
the context of their environment. Holistic medicine respects the
integrity of the human organism and works with the body's natural
healing tendencies to correct imbalances rapidly, gently and
permanently.
Homeopathy has been practiced worldwide for
200 years and plays a significant role in the healthcare systems
of many countries today. Holistic and homeopathic medicine assist
the natural tendency of the body to heal itself. With holistic
medicine, symptoms of ill health are recognized, as expressed in
disharmony within the whole person, resulting in the patient
needing treatment, not the disease.
Some benefits of holistic medicine include:
- curative
- individualized
- safe, gentle
- non-invasive
- non-toxic
- non-addictive
- can be used in conjunction with regular
medicine
Holistic medicine focuses on treatment of
physical, emotional and mental imbalances, including but not
limited to:
- asthma, allergies
- chronic fatigue
- rheumatism, arthritis
- warts, eczema, psoriasis
- cardiac disorders
- multiple sclerosis
- insomnia, anxiety
- depression
The Toronto School of Homeopathic medicine
(TSHM) was founded in 1994 in response to the recognized need for
quality homeopathic education. To accommodate growth, TSHM
recently relocated our administrative office, library and student
clinic to the Yorkville area.
Our professional training program is based
on classical homeopathic principles discovered and developed by
Samuel Hahnemann as described in his "Organon of
Medicine." We emphasize clinical ability in a creative and
supportive environment. Our supervised training clinic is open to
the public, offering high-quality treatment at reduced rates. Our
aim is to promote the cause of classical holistic medicine as a
prime method for healing the sick.
Creativity is encouraged in our students,
and central to the experience of learning is the joy of discovery.
The routine of work is thus transformed into willing service and
inspires self-discovery. Holistic medicine promotes mental and
emotional flexibility and a growing awareness of homeopathic
philosophy. As we gain a deeper understanding of ourselves, we
also develop a less prejudicial view of others and a greater
appreciation of humankind.
In order for holistic and homeopathic
medicine to continue to thrive in North America, only the very
highest standards of education and training will suffice. Our aim
is to maintain these standards of excellence.
