Welcome to Long Spell, herbalist Gina Badger’s clinical practice. Currently accepting new clients for ongoing and acute herbal support.
Energetic clinical herbalism is a healing modality that promotes wellbeing through the use of whole-plant medicines. It attends to patterns that connect the physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and environmental elements of our experience.
My approach to health care is grounded in a belief in the resilience of individuals and communities. I support my clients to achieve the health goals we set out together, drawing on whole-plant medicines like teas and tinctures, as well as everyday rituals.
I hold a certificate in energetic clinical herbalism from the Blue Otter School of Herbal Medicine, and I completed clinical training at the Wellness Centre of the BC Compassion Club.
Services & Rates
INTAKE
Your intake appointment is the foundation of our work together. It will be approximately two hours long, consisting of a detailed interview and setting the health goals that will guide our process. For new clients only. Appointment rate: $100
FOLLOW-UP
Follow-up appointments are an hour long and are typically scheduled monthly. During these appointments, we monitor health goals and discuss new developments. For existing clients only. Appointment rate: $100
ACUTE CARE
45-minute appointments focused on a current health issue, including immune and mental health concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sliding scale ($25–75). Not sure if an acute care appointment is right for you? Contact me to discuss.
FREE CONSULTATION
Find out if energetic herbalism is for you. Book a free, 20-minute telephone consultation to tell me about your health goals, learn more about my approach, and ask any questions you have.
Custom herbal formulas, shipping and sales tax are charged separately as appropriate.
If payment of the full fee is prohibitive, please contact me to discuss sliding scale options. Sliding scale is available on a limited, case-by-case basis and priority is for clients who self-identify as trans, disabled, and/or BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and/or people of colour).
All appointments are conducted via voice call.
Principles of Care
Whole-Plant Remedies
I draw on highly effective remedies prepared intentionally with naturally grown, mindfully sourced botanical ingredients. These preparations harness the powerful healing properties of the whole plant and facilitate reciprocal relationships between people, land, and spirit.
Holistic Approach
Effective treatment considers the whole person, past and present, rather than focusing on symptoms. In my practice, I am attentive to spiritual, mental and emotional health, as well as structural factors including race, class status, ability, and gender.
Community Ethics
Accessible health care, self care and community care are integral to social justice. I strive to provide a strong container that is trauma-informed and caring, drawing on my own experience as a queer femme surviving patriarchy and late capitalism, and staying open and attentive to experiences that are different than my own.