WHAT I OFFER YOU

Thank you for your interest in working with me.  The following letter will give you a better understanding of who I am and the services I offer.

Here is a short simple explanation followed by a more lengthy one.  I teach you how to make real improvements in the Health of your body by improving the ways you eat, exercise and rest.  Actually making these physical changes brings you up against enormous resistances, such as:

1. A lifetime of habits that are hard to break.

2. A busy, imbalanced schedule; i.e. “A lack of time"

3. Internal habits of thinking and emotions that keep you from being able to change your physical actions. 

Almost every student finds that her path of physical Self-healing requires that she wrestle with such issues as low Self-esteem, negative self talk, Self-doubt, being overly critical and judgmental, lack of belief in herself, anxiety and depression etc.  
   
I work deeply with my students on their internal challenges.  This deep personal work enables them to make big changes in the ways they eat and live.  This produces improvements in their bodies that previously they have never been able to make. 

Here is more information about my services:

    I am a Naturopathic Physician.  I was trained at National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland Oregon, a four year institution whose graduates are eligible for licensure in 12 states as well as in Canada.  I have practiced in Boulder Colo. since 1979. For the first 20 years I operated a general practice of Naturopathic Medicine.  I did gynecological work, pre natal care, pediatrics, spinal manipulation, physical exams, and blood, urine and stool testing.  I had a full pharmacy of herbal and homeopathic medicines and many supplements.

    Over about 20 years I steadily increased my emphasis on teaching and counseling and gradually let go the use of all other medicines and therapies until today my entire focus is education.  Because I specialize in nutrition, I have worked intimately with thousands of people who are overweight.  I have offered courses in weight loss from three weeks to one year long.  I have gained a deep understanding of the unique psychological and self-esteem challenges that overweight people face.  

    Having spent 20 years as a general practitioner of Naturopathic Medicine I will often advise you of valuable diagnostic and therapeutic protocols you can request of your other Health professionals.  For example, I often suggest that you ask your Medical doctor for specific laboratory tests or for a medication that could benefit you.  I will also work with your doctor to coordinate the safe reduction of your medications as you grow Healthier.  I may also refer you to excellent holistic practitioners I know personally: Naturopathic Physicians, chiropractors, acupuncturists, herbalists, homeopaths, body workers, therapists, etc. My nutritional and educational work complements and strengthens ALL other forms of Health care.  

Most of my clients are already receiving medical care.  Very few are being well educated in nutrition and Self-control.  Education is the only thing I do.  I teach you how to nourish, exercise and rest your body.  Period.

    I design a personalized eating regimen for every client according to her unique needs.   

    Your initial visit with me I dedicate primarily to gaining an understanding of you and the causes of your present state of Health. I study your medical history.  I ask you to keep a journal of everything you eat.  I inquire into the ways you exercise, sleep, think and relate with others   I am more interested in understanding YOU than your supposed “illness”.  

Your initial consultation is 60 minutes and costs $120.  After your initial visit my typical client will see me every other week, usually for 30 to 60 minutes at a cost of between $75 and $120.  Although I strive to keep my services affordable to all, I appreciate this still can be challenging.  I will discuss with you any reasonable program of monthly payments.  

At each visit you will receive one or more practical assignments to practice over the next two weeks.  For example you may receive a handout and dvd teaching about how foods eaten in combination with one another effect your digestion and health.  You would also be given a practical assignment to eat and avoid certain combinations of foods, to keep an eating journal, and return in two weeks.  

    Most of my educational materials I send to you via email.  Soon you will be able to download them from my website.  At various times I also offer group instruction through conference calls, live classes and support groups.

I trust this gives you a better understanding of what to expect in working with me.  I offer you no magical solutions or shortcuts to Health.  I will teach you proven ways of caring for yourself that unfailingly reward you to the degree you give yourself to them.  If you sense that you can improve your Health and weight by learning to improve the ways you nourish and care for your body; and if you are willing to honestly try, then I welcome the opportunity to work with you.  

In Health and Happiness

Charley Cropley, N.D.

P.S.     I also offer phone consultations for persons living in other areas.