FAQs
Appointments
What happens during the first consultation?
Your initial consultation (about two hours) is a deep dive into your health history, lifestyle, and current challenges. Together we create a tailored plan that may include lifestyle changes, mindfulness practices, and homeopathic remedies.
How much does it cost?
All pricing is listed on the [Booking Page]. Your first consultation is the longest (two hours), and follow-ups are typically 60 minutes. A free 15-minute introductory call is also available if you’d like to learn more before committing.
Do you work online or only in person?
I work primarily online via secure video calls, so clients from the U.S., U.K., Canada, and beyond can easily connect. All remedy costs and shipping (if required) are included in your care package.
How often will we meet?
Follow-up sessions are usually scheduled weekly at first, then bi-weekly or monthly as your progress stabilizes. Each case is unique, so we adapt the frequency to fit your needs.
Lifestyle FAQs
I’ve tried strict detox plans before and found them exhausting—how is your Lifestyle approach different?
Our Lifestyle track focuses on everyday, sustainable tweaks—think tongue-scraping, gentle dry-skin brushing, and smart hydration—rather than harsh regimens. You’ll feel a difference without feeling deprived. Curious what a typical week looks like? Download our free 7-Day Gentle Detox Checklist and see how easy it can be.
Which single habit offers the biggest payoff for fibromyalgia fatigue?
Consistent, high-quality sleep outperforms every supplement and super-food combined. In our email mini-course “Sleep as Medicine,” you’ll learn how simple tweaks—like light timing and magnesium foot soaks—can transform your energy in days. Join the series and wake up revived.
Do I have to cut out all my favorite foods to feel better?
Not at all. We teach a flexible 80/20 approach: nourish your body most of the time, savour joy foods some of the time, and let mindfulness guide the balance. For menu ideas (complete with Japanese-market ingredient swaps), browse our Mindful Meal Planner—free when you subscribe.
I live in a small apartment—can I still “detox my home”?
Absolutely. A few targeted changes—low-VOC cleaners, strategic plants, and “digital dusk” rules—go a long way. Our Home Clean-Up PDF shows you the five quickest wins; grab it inside the Lifestyle resource library when you create your free member login.
Mindfulness FAQs
I can’t sit still to meditate—will mindfulness really help me?
Mindfulness isn’t about perfect stillness; it’s about meeting each moment with friendly attention. We start with 60-second “micro-practices” you can slip between tasks. Try the guided audio in our Mindfulness Starter Pack (it’s waiting for you on the sign-up page).
What’s the difference between Head, Heart, and Hara practice?
Head works with thoughts, Heart with feelings, Hara with deep embodied awareness. Blending all three calms the nervous system more completely than mind-only approaches. Our signature article “Tri-Field Meditation” breaks it down step-by-step—read it next and feel the shift.
I keep falling asleep during Yoga Nidra. Is that bad?
Nodding off simply means your body is catching up on rest. Over time you’ll hover in the sweet spot between wakefulness and sleep—where healing hormones peak. Our YouTube playlist of 20-minute Nidra sessions includes tips for staying aware; bookmark it from the Mindfulness page.
How can journaling ease pain flare-ups?
Expressive writing lowers cortisol and quiets the default-mode network—two drivers of fibromyalgia pain. We offer weekly “writing prompts for relief” by email; sign up and receive the first set instantly.
Remedy FAQs
Are homeopathic remedies safe alongside my prescriptions?
Yes. Properly selected potencies are non-toxic and free of drug interactions. During your initial consult we coordinate care with your existing regimen; book a spot on our Remedy Roadmap calendar to discuss specifics.
How soon will I notice results?
Some clients feel lighter after the first remedy, while deeper shifts build over weeks. We check in every 7 days via quick video calls so adjustments happen before setbacks do. See real timelines in the Success Stories section.
What’s the difference between flower essences, gemmotherapy, and classical homeopathy?
Think of flower essences as emotional tuning forks, gemmotherapy as botanical drainage support, and classical remedies as the root-level reset. They can be used alone or sequenced for maximum synergy; our Remedies Guide (free for members) maps out who benefits most from each.
Shipping remedies from Japan sounds complicated—how do you handle it?
We prepare, label, and express-ship directly; all costs are baked into your care package, so there are no surprises at customs. When you enroll, you’ll receive a tracking link and dosing video before your parcel even leaves Osaka.
I’m Dr. Rodger Douglas, DMH, a South African-born homeopath now based in Osaka, Japan. With a psychology degree from Nelson Mandela University and a diploma from the Hahnemann College of Heilkunst, I specialize in holistic care for fibromyalgia. I serve clients by phone or video across the US, Canada, and the UK.