Description
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains underdiagnosed, misunderstood, and often mismanaged. At Wild Rose College, we believe in a different approach: one that’s grounded in systems thinking, rooted in nature, and centred around the whole person.
Join us for a two-part workshop designed to deepen your understanding of PCOS and provide practical, herbal strategies for support, whether you’re navigating this condition yourself or supporting others in clinical practice.
What You’ll LearnAcross two 90-minute sessions, you’ll gain insight into the physiology, patterns, and plant allies involved in PCOS care, from root causes to real-life application.
Part One: Understanding PCOS – The Foundations.Format: Lecture + Q&A | Length: 90 minutes
Explore the biological and energetic roots of PCOS and how this condition affects multiple systems in the body. We’ll break down the spectrum of presentations, diagnostic criteria, and the hormonal imbalances at play, while examining how herbalists can bring whole-systems thinking to this common but complex condition.
You’ll Learn:
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What PCOS is and how it manifests in diverse ways
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The key drivers behind PCOS: insulin resistance, inflammation, stress, and more
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How to identify signs, symptoms, and hormonal patterns
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Common comorbidities and systemic impacts (mood, metabolism, fertility)
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Herbal frameworks for understanding and assessing PCOS
Format: Interactive case study + herb discussion | Length: 90 minutes
In this hands-on session, we’ll walk through a real-world PCOS case study and explore how to match specific herbs and actions to unique individual patterns. You’ll leave with greater clarity on how to approach PCOS using plant medicine, diet, and lifestyle strategies.
You’ll Learn:
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How to apply whole-person assessment to a PCOS client
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The most relevant herbal actions: hormone modulators, adaptogens, liver and blood sugar support
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When and why to use herbs like Vitex, Peony, Cinnamon, Schisandra, and others
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Sample protocols, formulas, and practitioner tips
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How to educate and empower clients with ongoing care strategies
This workshop is designed for herbal students and practitioners, holistic nutritionists, doulas and wellness professionals, as well as anyone personally navigating PCOS seeking a deeper understanding of herbal options. Whether you’re supporting yourself or your clients, this workshop will equip you with the clarity and confidence to work with PCOS through a holistic lens, one that honours complexity and taps into the intelligence of plant medicine.
