What are the requirements of a good homeopath?

• Training and certification: A competent homeopath has undergone thorough training at a recognized homeopathy training course and has a certification from a recognized homeopathy organization. Is the homeopath affiliated with CAT, NOKH or quality therapists. This has the advantage that the homeopath is partly reimbursed by the health insurer.

• Insight into your medical history: A good homeopath will ask extensive questions about your complaints and medical history during the first appointment. This allows the homeopath to get a good idea of your situation and determine the most suitable treatment for you.

• Individual treatment: A skilled homeopath focuses on the individual needs and circumstances of each patient. The treatment is tailor-made and adapted to your personal situation.

• Continuing education: A competent homeopath will continue to learn and develop through continuous education and further training. They stay informed of new developments and techniques in homeopathy.

• Trust and empathy: A skilled homeopath will radiate trust and empathy to his or her patients. The homeopath listens to your story and understands your needs and emotions. It is important that you feel comfortable with the homeopath and that you have the feeling that you are taken seriously.

• What are the homeopath’s rates and when can he be reached? Some homeopaths have limited availability and that is not useful if you have acute questions. In addition, the rates are also important. Are the rates clear, what are the costs and are the costs partially reimbursed? Do I also have to pay for the homeopathic remedy? Do they have an online store where you can also buy things? How commercial is the homeopath?

• Some homeopaths offer online treatments. In general, it is better if you are physically present with the homeopath, because non-verbal communication is much easier to see.

• Which movement(s) does the homeopath apply? The treatment that the homeopath applies may be different depending on the current.

• Does the homeopath also offer other therapies in addition to homeopathy? It can be an advantage if a homeopath also masters other therapies. He/she can then look at your problem through different “glasses”. There is a danger that homeopathy is no longer practiced purely, and the training and further training also takes up time that could otherwise be spent on the practice of homeopathy. When multiple therapies are done at the same time, it is sometimes difficult to determine what has worked and what may need to be changed.

It is important to find a homeopath who meets these criteria. You can look for a suitable homeopath in various ways, such as asking friends and family for recommendations, consulting a homeopathy organization or searching for reviews online. Once you have found a homeopath who meets your needs, it is important to communicate openly and honestly during treatment and to provide regular feedback.