Herbal Fundamentals: An Introduction To Herbal MedicineThis introductory workshop series gets you hands-on with plant medicine right away. Learn basic medicine preparation and how to safely and effectively use essential plant allies to build your trusted home apothecary. Walk away with practical skills and physical remedies. Each week we focus on one plant, create a preparation together, and deepen your connection to the wise woman tradition and your own body’s wisdom. It’s a nourishing toe-dip into the world of plant medicine—no experience needed.
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Herbal Fundamental Students making herbal oxymels in class
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Why Herbal Fundamentals? The Nourishing Toe Dip
Many people are curious about herbs but feel overwhelmed by complex books and terminology. This course is your gentle, hands-on entry point. We focus on being Local & Accessible, using common, abundant plants to create effective medicine, trusting in the wisdom that grows close to home.
- Low Commitment, High Reward: Six focused, one-hour sessions—perfect for your busy schedule.
- Expert Guidance: Learn simple, powerful techniques from an experienced herbalist.
- Zero Experience Needed: This is a safe space for absolute beginners.
- Traditional Methods: We practice the Wise Woman Tradition and folk/ancestral preparation methods to honor the plant's whole wisdom, nutrition, and spirit.
Meet Your Instructor
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Hi, I'm Alyssa!
My journey into herbalism started with a PCOS diagnosis—and the frustration of being offered only symptom management. I chose true healing, and within three months, a focused herbal protocol balanced my hormones and resolved my symptoms. I bring 15 years of science teaching (Biology & Chemistry) together with the Wise Woman Tradition to make this power accessible. My approach blends deep scientific rigor with spiritual herbalism, focusing on local, abundant plants and making medicine accessible through folk preparations and ancestral traditions. As a Clinical Herbalist, Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Master, I offer full-spectrum support for your mind, body, and spirit. If you're seeking compassionate, evidence-informed guidance, I'm here. Rest assured, all remedies are personally formulated by me and crafted with integrity in our state-certified facility. |
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I recently completed Alyssa’s Fundamentals class at Herbs Love and Yoga and it has left me absolutely inspired and excited to learn more. Alyssa is a fantastic teacher and guide into the world of Herbalism and I feel so grateful to have found her and her shop. You can feel the healing the moment you step through the apothecary door!
Alyson A.
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I completed the Herbal Fundamental Course with Alyssa and it was phenomenal. She is thorough in her teaching and gives you just enough information to help you learn without overwhelming you. It was a wonderful "toe dip" into herbals and I have easily carried the learning into my home where I'm now starting to create my own herbal remedies. Thank you Herbs, Love, and Yoga!
Sherrie M.
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I absolutely loved this “toe-dip” into herbalism! The online class was well thought out & interactive. Alyssa’s knowledge and her passion for herbalism is incredible. I’m hoping there’s a part 2 -there’s so much more to learn at a basic level. It’s the perfect intro class.
Terri P.
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I thoroughly enjoyed the Herbal Fundamentals course and feel I have a wonderful foundation for using herbs. Alyssa is an amazing teacher and incredibly knowledgeable.
Stephanie B.
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I took the Herbal Fundamentals class with Alyssa. She was so knowledgeable and I really enjoyed the class. I'm a beginner when it comes to this and I am able to replicate what we did in class at home. Looking forward to the next session!
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In-Person Course Details + Registration
Next Cohort January 2026
Description
Herbal Fundamentals Level 1 is a 6-week in-person (or virtual live) course designed to introduce you to the art of plant medicine through hands-on practice and connection. Each one-hour class focuses on a single plant and a traditional medicine-making technique—teas, tinctures, vinegars, oils, + salves. You’ll explore herbs that support the nervous system, digestion, bones, circulation, liver, and skin while deepening your relationship to the Wise Woman Tradition. This is a nourishing introduction to herbalism—no experience needed. Winter 2026 class details + Registration
Classes will meet on Saturdays from 12:15-1:15 pm on the following dates:
Jan: 10, 24, 31 Feb: 21, 28 March: 7 Class 1 (Jan 10): Tea Infusions for the Nervous System with lemon balm Class 2 (Jan 24): Tea decoctions for the digestive system with ginger Class 3 (Jan 31): Nutritive Infusions for mineralized bones + tissues with oat straw Class 4 (Feb 21): Tinctures to support heart health with hawthorn Class 5 (Feb 28): Herbal vinegars to support liver health with dandelion Class 6 (March 7): Herbal oils + salves to support skin health with calendula |
Next Cohort January 2026
Description
Herbal Fundamentals Level 2 builds on foundational herbal knowledge with a deeper dive into targeted body systems and more advanced medicine-making techniques. In this six-week in-person (or virtual live) series, each one-hour class explores a specific herbal preparation—like honeys, syrups, elixirs, oxymels, and double decoctions—while highlighting two key herbs. You’ll learn to support the immune, respiratory, reproductive, nervous, and urinary systems, and finish the series with the skills to begin formulating your own blends. This course is ideal for students who have completed Level 1 winter 2026 class details + Registration
Class will meet on Saturdays from 3:30-4:30 pm on the following dates:
Jan: 10, 24, 31 Feb: 21, 28 March: 7 Class 1 (Jan 10): Herbal Honeys for the Immune System with Garlic + Elderberry Class 2 (Jan 24): Herbal Cough Syrups with Mullein + Elecampane Class 3 (Jan 31): Reproductive Elixers with Raspberry + Vitex Class 4 (Feb 21): Medicinal Mushrooms + Double decoctions Class 5 (Feb 28): Oxymels for Healthy Mind with sage + gotu kola Class 6 (March 7): Urinary Tract Wellness + Creating Herbal Formulary with uva ursi + corn silk |
Interested in completing your herbal fundamentals course online self-paced?
