Expert: Tonja Wells - 7/19/2008

Question
I've been considering a drastic change in career(I'm 35) and am looking into switching to the alternative health field(although my previous jobs don't have any relevance to this potential new career). This is partly because it's always recommended to do what one loves - and I've in the past  been fascinated by certain alternative disciplines, particularly naturopathy. I'm curious as to what particular fields of alternative-medicine  are most in demand by the public, what qualifications are required if any, how to start etc.

Any advice much appreciated,
Thanks,
Geoff (London, UK)

Answer
Hello Geoff,

It is very important to find a mentor to help you as working with an individual client is much different than learning from classes/text and applying it.

My favorite classes are at Tree of Light.  Treelite.com  
They are the most practical/applicable.

Classes you can take which might come through your area are
cnhp.org

Clayton is the most well know but I have not been very pleased with their N.D. program.

Where are you located?  Finding a good mentor and classes you can take from someone who has a personal interent in you is your best choice.

Getting started can be a little challenging.  Marketing yourself is essential. Starting with your family and friends is a good place to being but you do need a product and education or someone to walk you through the process.

Hope this helps.

Tonja Wells, CNHP, NHC

www.yourherbalhealthsoltions.com