A Poetic Poultice

In a traditional apothecary’s toolkit, a poultice is a warm, moist mass of herbs and minerals applied directly to a sore or inflamed part of the body. Its purpose is to draw out tension and reduce inflammation to provide immediate, localised relief.

We don’t just talk about the pain you are experiencing. We “compound” a remedy for it in three distinct stages:

1. The Diagnosis: You share the current struggle. We identify where this turmoil is sitting in your personal narrative.

2. The Base: I select a foundational poem that speaks directly to your discomfort, offering a new language for what you’re feeling.

3. The Application: Together, we engage in a dual-writing exercise. We each draft a response poem, “compounding” our words to create a fresh perspective and a temporary space of respite.

Once you have made your purchase (either a £15 initial deposit, or full £60 upfront), You will get a complete set of notes, including the poems applied and created, following the session’s conclusion.

You may not leave “cured” of all of life’s complexities, but you will leave with the heat taken out of the moment. You will experience a shift from being a victim of your pain to the author of your own relief.

Please note: these sessions are not intended to be used as a substitute for physical medical assistance or professional psychotherapy.