ABOUT THE NEW ZEALAND COUNCIL OF HOMEOPATHS
The New Zealand Council of Homeopaths (NZCH) is the registration body for professional homeopaths in New Zealand.
All members are expected to practice within the council’s Rules of Practice and Code of Ethics which includes respect for the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
Registered Homeopaths have specific criteria that they meet annually to ensure ongoing professional development and clinical safety standards are met. A high level of professionalism is upheld through ongoing education, mentorship, conferences and support for new graduates. We maintain a register of members who have been formally educated and clinically trained in homeopathy either in New Zealand or overseas.
The executive team who oversee and administrate the activities of the NZCH are all experienced working homeopaths with a depth of knowledge across a wide range of industries outside of this discipline of holistic healthcare.
Our aim is to ensure support and advocacy for our members, in addition to promoting excellence in practice.
We facilitate education and training through our bi-annual conference, provide mentorship for new graduates as they embark on their career and promote the profile of homeopathy and our homeopaths to the wider public through our media platforms.
In addition to this, the NZCH deals with enquires and complaints from the general public. Robust processes are in place to investigate and support our members should a question arise over their practice or conduct.
The NZCH works closely with other allied health professionals and public stakeholders to promote a deeper understanding of Homeopathy as a comprehensive holistic medicine. Working with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in developing agreed guidelines specific to our industry has been a recent accomplishment of our team.
EXECUTIVE TEAM
The executive is a team of experienced registered homeopaths who oversee and administer the activities of the NZCH. The executive team upholds the constitution and commitment to professionalism in Homeopathy. In addition to this, the executive deals with enquiries and complaints from the general public. Robust processes are in place to investigate and support the public and members should a question arise over their practice or conduct.
NZCH President
JEANNETTE MOON
I gained my Diploma of Homeopathy in 1995 from the Bay of Plenty College (now called College of Natural Health and Homeopathy). Since graduating I have worked in clinical practice and homeopathic education. In 2014 with two of my fellow colleagues, we formed Tauranga Homeopathy, and our clinic is based in Tauranga.
Like many of us, my homeopathic journey began with my own health. This led me to want to learn more and so began my education in homeopathy. This extended to my own family including my grandchildren being raised with homeopathy as part of their health regime.
In my clinical practice there are several areas that I have a particular interest in working – hormonal problems and autistic spectrum disorder. Prior to becoming involved with homeopathy, I spent several years working in the counselling field and have always enjoyed working with people, supporting them in their healing journey. When I started learning more about homeopathy and became aware of the extent in the healing capacity of treating “the whole”, this resonated strongly with my own beliefs, gaining balance of all levels – spiritually, mental and emotional, physical.
Alongside my homeopathic practice, I have promoted education and professionalism for many years. I have been a registered homeopath since 1999 and throughout the years have given support in many roles within NZCH, on various sub-committees, executive member, and President. I was thrilled to have been asked to join this very enthusiastic and hardworking NZCH executive committee, as there are skills and experience, I can offer in ongoing support to our professional body.
NZCH Administrator
HELEN KENNEDY
I studied at the Australian College of Natural Medicine and graduated with a Degree in Health Science in 2005. We then moved to Christchurch after 9 years in Brisbane where the climate was very different, although I do not miss the heat of Australia at all. Having moved to Auckland in 2013 to be a part of my grandchildren’s lives for 6.5 years we have recently returned to live in the South Island and happily settled here in Rangiora where I have a clinic set up.
My role as the Secretary/Treasurer for NZCH is varied, interesting and the perfect balance to go with my practice. I am also an assessor for homeopathic students.
As Secretary I handle all inquiries and do all the admin for the executive team. I handle the finances for all conferences and meetings and the day to day running of the Council. I am always being informed of what is happening with Homeopathy around the world which I then share to the registered members of the NZCH. I consider my life to be a wonderful balance with Homeopathy, family, friends and I enjoy tennis and walking.
TRACEY BONNINGTON
I graduated from the Wellington College of Homeopathy in 1998 and have been in full time clinical practice since then, based in Wellington for 19 years then Auckland and now in Raglan, as well as a national and international online practice.
I was a teacher and clinical supervisor for the Wellington College of Homeopathy for 6 years and have continued in mentoring roles ever since.
Aside from Homeopathy, I have also trained in and work as a Birth Doula and Celebrant.
In whichever field I work, I am passionate about deeply honest and meaningful connection with people in order to support and facilitate optimal health, healing and life experiences for others.
LIANE DONOVAN
Liane has spent the past 30 years as a communications professional working in New Zealand, Australia, England and the Middle East. She has always had a passion for animal health and welfare and has been a longstanding supporter of animal rescue and welfare groups both in New Zealand and internationally. As well as fostering SPCA animals, Liane also boards Guide Dogs and works with dog rescue organisations.
As a fully qualified Animal Homeopath (graduated from the College of Natural Health and Homeopathy, Auckland in 2018) Liane is now transitioning out of running her public relations agency and fulfilling her dream of assisting animals with their health and wellbeing. She joined the Executive of the New Zealand Council of Homeopaths in 2019 with a view to being a voice for New Zealand’s animal homeopaths and using her marketing and public relations skills to promote homeopathy.
TANJA BAKER
I graduated as a Pharmaceutical Engineer but quickly realised that this was not the right industry for me. I have been studying Natural Health Modalities since 1995 and qualified as a Heilpraktikerin in Germany. I then immigrated to New Zealand in 1998 and have been working in a multi-modality clinic ever since. I joined the NZCH as a year 1 student (BoP college) in 2007, as a RCHom in 2012 and as an executive member in 2019. Problem solving is what I enjoy and have therefore put my hand up to support our exec team in technical matters. I am also the NZ representative for the International Council of Homeopathy ICH and the Clificol project coordinator for New Zealand.
TANIA AROHA-TWENTYMAN
I graduated from the Bay of Plenty College (College of Natural Health and Homeopathy) in 2007. After graduating I moved to Auckland with my family and have been in clinical practice ever since. For three years I taught part-time at the College of Natural Health and Homeopathy as well as project managing the establishment of a primary school on Waiheke Island.
I work from my clinic on Waiheke Island and see people nationally and internationally via Zoom. Homeopathy brings harmony and balance to a person's physical, mental & emotional wellbeing and it is a privilege and a joy to help people with this profound modality.