Find an Herbal Mentor

Mentorship, much like a traditional apprenticeship, is one of society’s oldest forms of experiential education. In many cultures, herbal training occurs almost exclusively in a setting where experienced herbalists work closely with others to share their accumulated wisdom. The structure of these relationships varies widely, but all have in common the desire to share information while offering support, guidance and critical feedback.

There is a growing need for clinical training for student practitioners, but because only a handful of clinical herbal training programs are currently available, the AHG encourages mentorship as a way for student practitioners to become confident, skilled clinical herbalists. Often those who have completed extensive training in herbal medicine (which may or may not have included a clinical component) are actively seeking the support and guidance of an experienced clinical herbalist to act as a mentor.

It is our hope that by providing support for the mentoring process, AHG will help build a much-needed bridge between formal training in herbal studies and the creation of a successful clinical practice.

Our primary goal is supporting herbalists and student practitioners who intend to apply for the Registered Herbalist Membership in the American Herbalists Guild. We also offer this information to herb practitioners everywhere who aspire to a high level of clinical competency. Learn more about the Registered Herbalist Membership Criteria.

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7Song

I am a clinical herbalist who started studying herbal medicine in 1981. I attended the California School of Herbal Studies and later studied and taught…

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7Song

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Other, Western Herbalism

Region/State: New York

Email:

7songsevensong@gmail.com

I am a clinical herbalist who started studying herbal medicine in 1981. I attended the California School of Herbal Studies and later studied and taught botany at the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine. I am the director and primary teacher at the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine, which I started in 1992. I am also a found and clinical herbalist at the Ithaca Free Clinic, which opened its doors in 2006. This is a free integrated health clinic.
Some areas of focus include herbal consultations, clinical skills, wildcrafting, medicine making, botany, first aid, and teaching.
I teach at conferences and schools throughout the US and occasionally in other countries.
One of my goals is to help make herbal medicine accessible and available to anyone interested. I also try to be a bridge between herbal and conventional medicine.
My favorite sort of outing is going somewhere new with a technical flora, keying out plants new to me, and taking photographs of plants and critters.
I am active on Facebook and Instagram.
My website has numerous free handouts, as well as blogs and other writings.

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Alka Deshpande, RH (AHG), BCHN®

Specialized mainly in Auyrveda and holistic nutrition . Serving in Northern Virginia at My Dr’s Pharmacy ( Herndon, VA) and faculty at International integrative Educational…

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Alka Deshpande, RH (AHG), BCHN®

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Ayurveda, Western Herbalism

Region/State: Virginia

Email:

adeshpande@junowellness.com

Specialized mainly in Auyrveda and holistic nutrition . Serving in Northern Virginia at My Dr’s Pharmacy ( Herndon, VA) and faculty at International integrative Educational Institute . Experienced in working with Total GI health and Digestive issues, Thyroid and Hormone imbalance, Skin issues and Pediatric health.

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Amy Branum, RH (AHG)

I work with lifestyle, digestive and herbal practices of Ayurveda and western herbalism, as well as flower essences. My clinical work is especially focused on…

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Amy Branum, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Ayurveda, Energetic Herbalism/Plant Spirit Medicine, Indigenous Herbalism (International), Western Herbalism

Region/State: California

Email:

amy@schoolofbotanicalstudies.com

Phone:

+15305598185

I work with lifestyle, digestive and herbal practices of Ayurveda and western herbalism, as well as flower essences. My clinical work is especially focused on anxiety, stress, digestive, immune, thyroid health, abuse, and supporting people through the healing process.
I am the director of and teach herbal certification classes at the Northern California School of Botanical Studies.

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Anne Salazar, RH (AHG)

Anne is a registered professional member of the American Herbalist Guild, and is a practicing clinical herbalist. She has been in practice and teaching herbal…

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Anne Salazar, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Energetic Herbalism/Plant Spirit Medicine, Folk Herbalism, Indigenous Herbalism (International), Western Herbalism

Region/State: California

Email:

plantsheal1@gmail.com

Anne is a registered professional member of the American Herbalist Guild, and is a practicing clinical herbalist. She has been in practice and teaching herbal medicine for over 30 years. Her background is in Western and Eastern herbal medicine, as well as functional nutrition. In addition she has taught midwifery students and practitioners how to use herbal medicine in practice. Anne has extensive experience in private consulting + creating personal protocols for patients. She specializes in women’s health + boasts practice with all types of health challenges, for people of all ages including infants and children.

She has also had extensive experience working in the Integrative Medicine field; understanding how pharmaceutical medicines can blend safely with natural medicine, as well as understanding the depletions that can occur with pharmaceuticals and how to mitigate those issues.

Anne is also available for mentoring opportunities, from the beginner who is looking to be a practicing herbalist or wants to gain more knowledge for personal/home use, to the more advanced practitioner who is looking to build their clinical herbal skills. Please contact me directly for details.

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Carmen Adams, RH (AHG)

My job is to help you heal and become your own health advocate. Are you ready to embrace health and empower yourself?My journey began after…

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Carmen Adams, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Region/State: Nevada

My job is to help you heal and become your own health advocate. Are you ready to embrace health and empower yourself?
My journey began after experiencing various health issues in my own life, such as acne, weight gain, anxiety, depression, digestive issues, food allergies, and even reproductive problems from the use of birth control. I was sick of being sick and I knew that a change was needed. Through education, experience, and the guidance of herbal experts, I naturally became my own first client.
Using Herbs, Nutrition, Mindfulness, and Science, I am here to guide you on your path to wellness.
My job is to assist you in healing fully and empower you to follow what aligns with your wellness journey. When you work with me, you will:
Finally be able to make sense of your symptoms
Create a healing team that works for you
Build the foundation for a healthy life
I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT…
Being a GUIDE
My passion is to guide you with informed consent to fully empower you to follow what is in alignment with your wellness journey.
The HEART
The heart is my favorite organ because it knows it needs to give to itself first to keep the rest of the body running. If you or a loved one is experiencing unpleasant symptoms dealing with your HEART, I have extensive experience in holistic concepts that have eased pain and discomfort for many clients. I often see clients who were previously diagnosed with high cholesterol and high blood pressure desiring to incorporate holistic wellness concepts that WORK based on a variety of tools for measurement.
Sharing KNOWLEDGE
With the assistance of a well-rounded healthcare team, we are able to successfully teach clients prevention and methods for recovery. It’s time to give your heart – and all the areas of your body – the attention that they need. and empower you to follow what is in alignment with your wellness journey.
I desire to inspire my mentees clinical thought process as they actively practice the Art of Herbalism.

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Chanchal Cabrera, RH (AHG)

Medical Herbalist, Aromatherapist, Nutritional Consultant – in clinical practice since 1987. Specializing in holistic oncology.Manufacturing, Retailing, owned 3 shops 1993 – 2204Farming/, Harvesting & Processing…

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Chanchal Cabrera, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Aromatherapy, Eclectic/Physiomedicalist, Energetic Herbalism, Energetic Herbalism/Plant Spirit Medicine, Folk Herbalism, Indigenous Herbalism (International), Western Herbalism

Region/State: British Columbia

Email:

chanchal@cabreraclinic.com

Phone:

+12503368767

Medical Herbalist, Aromatherapist, Nutritional Consultant – in clinical practice since 1987. Specializing in holistic oncology.

Manufacturing, Retailing, owned 3 shops 1993 – 2204

Farming/, Harvesting & Processing herbs, Horticultural Therapy – since 2005

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Dana Hutchinson, MA, RH(AHG), CFEP, CTCMP, BCMH

Dana Hutchinson, MA, CTCMP, BCMH, RH (AHG)., specializes in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western Clinical Herbalism, and energetic healing treatments (flower essence therapy and medical qigong)…

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Dana Hutchinson, MA, RH(AHG), CFEP, CTCMP, BCMH

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Energetic Herbalism, Folk Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Herbalism, Western Herbalism

Email:

dana@wildflowerclinic.com

Phone:

+19492900883

Dana Hutchinson, MA, CTCMP, BCMH, RH (AHG)., specializes in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Western Clinical Herbalism, and energetic healing treatments (flower essence therapy and medical qigong) at her in-client apothecary and natural health center, the Wildflower Clinic, in Golden, Colorado.

She has extensive clinical training in Chinese diagnostic assessment where she interprets, observes, and analyzes the pulse, tongue, skin, and nails in each of her clients in order to determine their underlying health imbalances. She formulates customized botanical medicine, offers energetic emotional therapy, and provides alternative lifestyle recommendations to support a variety of health ailments for each client.

Her specialties include autoimmune conditions, Lichen Sclerosus, infertility, and emotional trauma. Dana is a recognized educator in her field and teaches a variety of herbal courses, workshops, and classes across the USA and internationally. She has presented at the AHG Herbal Symposium, the Good Medicine Confluence, and the IHS among many others. She is dedicated to the research and ongoing development of herbal medicine and advocates for the availability of natural health care alternatives for all individuals. Dana is currently accepting private clients both in state (in-office) and out of state/ out of country (telehealth). Dana is also a AHG registered mentor where she takes on private students who are interested in foundational and clinical levels of herbalism.

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Donald Yance MH, CN, RH (AHG), SFO

Donald R. Yance is the founder of the Mederi Center. A Clinical Master Herbalist and Certified Nutritionist, Donnie is renowned for his extraordinary knowledge and…

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Donald Yance MH, CN, RH (AHG), SFO

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Western Herbalism

Region/State: Oregon

Email:

dyance@mederifoundation.org

Phone:

+15414880514

Donald R. Yance is the founder of the Mederi Center. A Clinical Master Herbalist and Certified Nutritionist, Donnie is renowned for his extraordinary knowledge and deep understanding of the healing properties of plants and nutrition, as well as of epigenetics, laboratory medicine, oncologic pathology, and molecular oncology. He is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild, National Association of Nutrition Professionals, Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, and the Society for Integrative Oncology.

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Dr. Fig Finkelstein, DAcCHM, DOM, LAc,, RH (AHG)

Fig is a Clinical Herbalist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Medicinal Herb Farmer, Horticulturist, and Herbal Educator specializing in hormonal health, histamine intolerance, and the brain–gut connection….

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Dr. Fig Finkelstein, DAcCHM, DOM, LAc,, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Energetic Herbalism, Energetic Herbalism/Plant Spirit Medicine, Folk Herbalism, Other, Traditional Chinese Herbalism, Western Herbalism

Region/State: Tennessee

Email:

hello@herbahava.com

Phone:

+15128509599

Fig is a Clinical Herbalist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Medicinal Herb Farmer, Horticulturist, and Herbal Educator specializing in hormonal health, histamine intolerance, and the brain–gut connection. She has served her communities as an herbal practitioner for over 17 years.

Rooted in a deep relationship with native plants, she weaves Classical Five Element theory with Appalachian folk traditions, offering a uniquely integrative approach to healing through botanicals and nutraceuticals. She serves as the director and lead teacher at the Herb Ahava School of Holistic Herbalism, where she guides students in both online and in-person learning.

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Dr. Glenn Gero , RH (AHG)

Dr. Glenn Gero is a board-certified NJ naturopath with a doctorate in nutrition, who has appeared on numerous television and radio programs, including NBC, PIX,…

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Dr. Glenn Gero , RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Western Herbalism

Region/State: New Jersey

Email:

njnaturaldoc@aol.com

Phone:

+19734715758

Dr. Glenn Gero is a board-certified NJ naturopath with a doctorate in nutrition, who has appeared on numerous television and radio programs, including NBC, PIX, Fox, NJTV, among others, and analyzes each individual’s health, behavioral and attitudinal profile to help achieve optimal wellness by referring each client to scientific, historical and anecdotal healing principles. Dr. Glenn Gero is a trained natural health specialist, herbalist and educator. He performs wellness consultations regarding diet, nutritional supplementation, botanical medicine, exercise, mind/body imbalances, alternative healing and can refer to other healthcare professionals when appropriate.

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Dr. Lindsay Chimileski

Dr. Lindsay Chimileski is a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist with an enthralled devotion to plant and fungi medicines. She is a teacher of local plant…

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Dr. Lindsay Chimileski

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Afro-Caribbean Herbalism, Eclectic/Physiomedicalist, Folk Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Herbalism, Western Herbalism

Region/State: Connecticut

Email:

hawthornholistichealth@gmail.com

Phone:

+12035537392

Dr. Lindsay Chimileski is a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist with an enthralled devotion to plant and fungi medicines. She is a teacher of local plant and mushroom identification and is known to emphasize that we are a part of nature, not separate from it. Her practice Hawthorn Holistic Health is in Hamden Connecticut. She focuses on treating the whole person, fully acknowledging and celebrating the interwoven layers of the body, the mind, the spirit and all the intangibles impacting our health and well being. Additionally, she co-leads botanical excursions through the Jamaican rainforest, teaching plant medicine with the local healers.

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Dr. Martin Ma Hou Yin (AADP), RH (AHG)

Hong Kong

Dr. Martin Ma Licensed and Board-certified Naturopathic Doctor , Health Practitioner by ( AADP ) , Herbal Medicine Practitioner , Registered Fellow Clinical Herbalist (…

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Dr. Martin Ma Hou Yin (AADP), RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Animal Herbalism/Veterinary Herbalism, Aromatherapy, Eclectic/Physiomedicalist, Energetic Herbalism, Energetic Herbalism/Plant Spirit Medicine, Folk Herbalism, Indigenous Herbalism (International), Native American Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Herbalism, Western Herbalism

Email:

drmartinma@outlook.com

Phone:

+85255902733

Dr. Martin Ma Licensed and Board-certified Naturopathic Doctor , Health Practitioner by ( AADP ) , Herbal Medicine Practitioner , Registered Fellow Clinical Herbalist ( AHG ) and Holistic Health Consultant in the United States.

Native American Herbalism / Western Herbalism / Clinical Herbalism – Animal Herbalism / Veterinary Herbalism.

Private Practice : Oncology Specialists and Orthopedics ( Production of all first – and second-line Clinical Herbalist Martin Ma Herb Formulations for cancer treatment was discontinued on July 24 2019).

Attention : Fellow Clinical Herbalist Martin Ma Herb Formulations has not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration . All Martin Ma RH Herb Formulations is not intended to diagnose ; Treat ; Cure or prevent disease.

Fellow Clinical Herbalist Martin Ma Fees of First Consultation : USD $1,000.00 Follow up Appointments : USD $500.00 ; USD $300.00 for a drop in ( It does not include the “Cost of Herbal Medicines” ) and USD $300.00 Additional preparation fees are charged for each Herb Formulation .

SERIOUS Statement : Fellow Clinical Herbalist ; Health Practitioner Martin Ma RH(AHG) Receive treatment and consultation for diseases from citizens of the Commonwealth countries and EU countries.

Attention : In any country outside the United States only provides relief for the discomfort or pain caused by all diseases to patients with any illness , and does not include treatment services . The patient must be clear and understandable .

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Ellen Kamhi PhD, RN AHN-BC, RH(AHG)

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG-RH, AHN-BC is a leader in the herbal nutraceutical industry, recognized as a consultant specializing in regulatory issues, formulation and product…

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Ellen Kamhi PhD, RN AHN-BC, RH(AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Region/State: New York

Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, AHG-RH, AHN-BC is a leader in the herbal nutraceutical industry, recognized as a consultant specializing in regulatory issues, formulation and product education. She is a professional member of the American Herbalist Guild (AHG- RH), nationally board certified as a holistic nurse (AHN-BC), and is a medical school instructor in botanical pharmacology, and author of many books. She offers online/onground CE approved Herbal Certification Programs, and offers www.EcotoursForCures.com to experience shamanic healing traditions in indigenous areas of the world. Ellen is a wildcrafting intuitive herbalist, and is adept at radionics and dowsing. She is on the Peer Review Editorial Board of several journals/organizations, including: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, Natural Medicine Journal, Natural Standard Database. Dr. Kamhi educates professionals and consumers about how to care for themselves Naturally! Her blog is recognized by Newsmax among the Top 100 Health Blogs in the country. http://www.newsmax.com/TheWire/health-blogs-topnewsmax/2015/10/13/id/695975/ .
Her passions include sharing her 5 decades of in depth herbal and nutritional knowledge with individuals that will carry natural healing arts forward into the next millennium. www.naturalnurse.com , www.facebook.com/NaturalNurse 800-829-0918

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Erika Galentin MNIMH, RH (AHG)

Erika is the Lead Creatrix & Clinical Herbalist at Sovereignty Herbs. She is the host of the Herbal Practice Connexion (HPX) and the Herbal Sensorium…

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Erika Galentin MNIMH, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Eclectic/Physiomedicalist, Western Herbalism

Region/State: Ohio

Email:

erika@americanherbalistsguild.com

Erika is the Lead Creatrix & Clinical Herbalist at Sovereignty Herbs. She is the host of the Herbal Practice Connexion (HPX) and the Herbal Sensorium podcast. Her home base and medicine gardens are located just outside of Athens, OH but she serves a national and international community with her renowned herbs & wellness coaching, online and in-person classes and workshops, and clinical mentorship programs.

Erika holds a degree in Herbal Medicine from the University of Wales, Cardiff, UK and Scottish School of Herbal Medicine, Glasgow, UK. She is a professional member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (UK) and the American Herbalists Guild (USA). She is also a proud member of Pi Alpha Xi National Honor Society in Horticulture (USA).

Over 20 years of clinical practice has provided a platform for witnessing the efficacy of medicinal plants and aromatics within a clinical environment. It is through this clinical practice that Erika seeks to encourage positive, learned relationships between plants and people and people and their bodies. She is a firm believer in celebrating the role that emotions and the psyche play in the ecology of our physical terrain and her clinical herbalism philosophy is derived from the Physiomedicalist tradition.

In addition to clinical practice, Erika is both a student and teacher of horticulture, native medicinal plant conservation and ecology, and the phenomenological and Goethean study of plants and their medicinal virtues.

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Feather Jones, CCH, RH (AHG)

As an herbal educator and clinician of 40 years in Western Herbalism, I have a Private Mentorship Program that is a live zoom and in-person…

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Feather Jones, CCH, RH (AHG)

Type: Registered Herbalist

Tradition(s): Western Herbalism

Region/State: Florida

Email:

feather@canyonspiritventures.com

Phone:

+13037090838

As an herbal educator and clinician of 40 years in Western Herbalism, I have a Private Mentorship Program that is a live zoom and in-person 78 hour program that is tailored to the individual’s pace and educational needs. www.canyonspiritventures.com/private-mentorship-program
I integrate herbal remedies, holistic nutrition, flower essences and stress reduction guidance, mindful wild harvesting techniques and best modes of preparation, helping one build their herbal pharmacy.
Holding a certificate from the Santa Fe College of Natural Medicine under Michael Moore as Clinical Herbalist from 1982, coupled with a background in First Nation tribal teachings, provides my clients and students with a synergistic approach to health and healing. I am also currently offering a one year long Herbal Apprenticeship Program (Western Herbal Therapeutics).
I am a Botanical Field Guide at the Sonoran University of Health Sciences (formerly the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine) and have served twice on the Board of Directors for the American Herbalists Guild. I currently sit on the Admission Review Advisory Council for the AHG.

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