Herbal Alchemy

Clinical Herbalism Education for the Budding Herbalist

Herbal Alchemy is our foundational clinical herbalism program for aspiring wellness practitioners of all kinds. This course is also a wonderful companion to other holistic modalities like acupuncture, chiropractic care, yoga, massage therapy, kinesiology, and more. Please inquire if you’d like to explore how this could fit into your existing clinical practice or business.

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This course is valued at more than $4,500, but you can begin your herbal path for just $325 today.

This foundational program walks you through the dynamic world of herbal medicine. With a deep focus on both indigenous and western applications of herbalism, Herbal Alchemy is designed for those passionate about botanicals, whether you are just starting out or building upon years of self study. Fully immerse yourself in this in-depth certifying program that emphasizes hands-on learning, herbal research and connection through our weekly online classes and student community. Most students complete this program in 5 months, as it is adaptable to your lifestyle and schedule. We are always here to help you stay on pace, because your success is truly ours.

Tuition Options:

  • 6 payments of $325.00, billed monthly (totaling $1950.00)

  • 1 payment of $1750 ($200.00 savings for paying in full)

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The Learning Model

“Pattern Medicine will shift the way you see and approach healing in every individual.”
— Cicely Everson, MH, CFMP
estimated time to complete - 5 months

The Herbal Alchemy Learning Model: Online, in person or hybrid

A holistic, integrative approach to health and wellness is emphasized in this program as we explore the relationship between herbalism and other therapeutic modalities; and between the mental/emotional and spiritual aspects of healing. We cover topics that enable the budding herbalist to apply the art of clinical, therapeutic herbalism within a holistic framework. Students are guided weekly with check-ins and bi-weekly working sessions to keep on pace and eliminate overwhelm, even for those working full-time and/or raising a family.

Location: Learn from home or in person* (as available)

We open a new seasonal cohort a few times per year, which provides structure and accountability for those who prefer to learn in a group setting. However, because we offer rolling enrollment, you gain immediate access to our live weekly classes (held online), whether or not a current cohort is active.

Upon enrolling, you will instantly gain access to our live online classes, held weekly (with replay access and direct instructor support), plus complimentary access to our extremely resourceful student community!

*We love to offer in-person learning (at our Lewes, Delaware location) when possible to accommodate hands-on opportunities. We will post in-person availability here on our website, but feel free to reach out if you don’t see dates posted. You may email Cicely at cicely@taoholistics.com.

What You’ll Learn

clinical theory, client interaction, medicine making

Application & Integration

We use an Easy-by-West approach to teaching herbalism with a focus on Western, Traditional Chinese, Ayurvedic, Amazonian, and African systems. We explore cultural uses of medicinal plants from around the world. You will also learn:

  • functional medicine approaches to Herbalism

  • how to use herbs for spiritual development

  • introduction to medical astrology

  • how to select, prepare and store herbs

  • how to build your own Materia medica

  • herbal actions and energetics

  • how to apply herbalism to dis-ease and the body’s energetic system

  • how to support hormone and neurotransmitter function

  • how to slow aging and encourage longevity

  • how to support male and female health

  • how to confidently recommend herbs

  • how to identify and address patterns and root causes of imbalance

  • how to make retail-worthy herbal preparations for health and skin

  • how to perform a professional herbal medicine consultation & create a professional protocol

What Your Tuition Covers

here's what's included with your tuition

Your Tuition Includes:

  • hand-selected dried herb samples for medicine-making

  • a hand-selected TAO + SALOMA herbal formula

  • weekly live classes, held online

  • individualized guidance throughout the program with direct instructor access!

  • personal health and lifestyle support for you, the learner

  • digital copy of our beautifully designed training manual

  • multi-disciplinary learning (video, text, hands-on)

  • herbalist resources, templates, and guides

  • online student community

  • 25% discount on TAO + SALOMA products for 6 months

  • access to future program content updates

  • professional Certified Herbalist Certificate of Completion

  • assistance acquiring professional wholesale accounts upon completion of the program

WHO THIS IS FOR

  • The practitioner ready to go deeper.
    You have a foundation — in nursing, nutrition, coaching, or another healing discipline — and you're ready to integrate plant medicine with the clinical rigor your clients will appreciate.

  • The beginner who means business.
    You're new to herbalism but you're not dabbling. You want a structured, evidence-informed pathway that takes you from curious to credentialed.

  • The wellness professional closing the gap.
    You teach, coach, or support others in their health journey and you're ready to add botanical medicine as a precision tool — not just a philosophy.

  • The self-healer ready to formalize what they know.
    You've been living this — researching, experimenting, healing yourself — and now you're ready to build the clinical framework around the wisdom you've already embodied.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: PLEASE READ
In addition to tuition, students are required to purchase the following items for learning:

  • The Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine (required textbook; available on Amazon)

  • Evidence Informed Botanical Medicine (required textbook; available on Amazon)

  • Herbal Alchemy Course Manual (required textbook; complimentary digital version provided, printed version optional)

  • Basic, inexpensive supplies for medicine making (suggested items viewable in our Materials List upon enrollment)

This program is valued at over $4,500.

But you can enroll today for just 6 payments of $325.00 or save $200.00 with one payment of $1,750.00.

Herbal Alchemy

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  • RyeNeysa G.

    Herbal Alchemy was amazing. It was very interactive and hands-on from day one. I learned how to study plants, create my own Materia medica, and formulate herbal preparations for myself and my clientele. As a nurse practitioner, this class was very influential and gave me useable skills and knowledge I can add to my practice. I’m so inspired by the endless possibilities of herbal medicine. I know I’ll be able to help so many people, as well as myself. Since the class, Cicely has remained a mentor and support. She is an open book of knowledge and has already helped so much as I embark on my journey. Thanks to Cicely and the Herbal Alchemy program, I’m very excited for the future.

  • Arlydia B.

    As a doula, I can say that enrolling in the Herbalist Training was the best choice I could have ever made. Cicely was beyond excellent in teaching this course.

  • Donchel P.

    This program was very inspiring and insightful. The textbook was easy to follow with such a great instructor. The resources available should always be at your fingertips for their wealth of information on herbs spanning the globe - and in your backyard! This course will help you with creativity and expansion of yourself to grow and to be grounded in the things that benefit us all collectively - our health.

  • Nicole S.

    Cicely did a fantastic job teaching this class in a way that everyone could understand. She was also flexible with scheduling which made taking this class so easy for me being a mom of three! I’ve had plants in my life since I was young and gardening with my grandmother and Cicely helped me fill in the gaps in knowledge that I didn’t even know I had. I learned that herbs can do way more than just make your yard look nice! I can’t wait to be able to continue my learning and take her advanced classes!

  • Tairen M.

    Cicely's Herbalism program was amazing! The structure was flexible, the content was in-depth, and the knowledge of the instructor was insightful and unparalleled. The experience gained and support provided was truly above and beyond. Super grateful for the course and Cicely!

  • Jasmine W.

    The herbalist training manual is absolutely beautiful! You really did an outstanding job with this!

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