In the Clinic with Camille

105 | Thoughts on Lab Testing

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I explain how herbalists can responsibly discuss conventional labs with clients. We'll go over my thoughts on what’s useful, how to stay ...

104 | Community Welcome for Speakers

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I'm sharing a behind-the-scenes peek into a new document I created to prepare guest speakers who are teaching in my mentoring and deep dive...

103 | Resending Email Newsletters

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I explain why (generally) you shouldn't automatically resend newsletters to people who didn't open them, as this can impact privacy-d...

102 | Social Sharing Workshops

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, you'll learn about my "social sharing" workshops: short online trainings for clinicians where attendees come for free if they share t...

101 | Uva Ursi and Baking Soda

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this short episode I clarify some thoughts on Uva ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) and whether you need to alkalinize urine for it to “work.” Uva...

100 | Thoughts on dosing herbal extracts

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I break down practical strategies for dosing compounded liquid extracts and tinctures, explaining how to convert herb grams to millil...

99 | The golden rule in marketing

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this short episode of In the Clinic with Camille, I’m sharing a simple idea that guides how I think about marketing and promoting a 1:1 practice...

98 | Creating an Herbal Zine

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Camille interviews artist Julia Orquera Bianco and herbalist Megan Henshaw about their collaborative zine that celebrates seven medicinal plants from ...

97 | Is hibiscus high in iron?

08 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you read monographs of hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa), you'll often see a note about how the plant is rich in vitamins and minerals, including iron...

96 | Smarter Supplementing: Herbs, Isolates, and Long‑Term Thinking

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of In the Clinic with Camille, I share some follow-up thoughts from my recent supplement deep dive class, focusing on smarter suppleme...

95 | No Need to Feel Guilty About Unfinished Courses

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m talking about a feeling many of us face: the pressure to finish every course or program we’ve signed up for. I was sorting th...

94 | Herbal Gut Health with Maria Noel Groves

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, you'll hear Maria Noël Groves discuss her new book, Herbal Gut Health, which explores digestive function and challenges as well as h...

93 | Fiber Fundamentals: Soluble vs Insoluble and the Gut Microbiome

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about dietary fiber in plain terms: the difference between soluble (fermentable) and insoluble fibers, how soluble fiber feeds gut microbes...

92 | Revenue is down. What now?

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode builds on the newsletter I sent out last week and a lot of conversations I’ve been having with other small business owners. If your rev...

91 | Updating our Language: HRT --> MHT

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman explains why the term "hormone replacement therapy (HRT)" can mislead patients by implying menopause is a p...

90 | The Herbal Fertility Handbook: An Interview with Liane Moccia

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Liane about her journey into fertility herbalism and her upcoming book, The Herbal Fertility Handbook, which launches on...

89 | Updating your "About Me" Page

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your "About Me" page is one of the most visited pages on your website. When was the last time you looked at it?  In this episode, Camille discusses t...

88 | When is it Time to Consider Working with a Virtual Assistant?

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Camille discusses the pros and cons of hiring a virtual assistant. This episode provides thoughts on how having an assistant may supp...

87 | Reflections on the Take your Tonic program

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Get a behind the scenes peek as Camille reflects on the 'Take Your Tonic' program run through Bloom & Grow this spring. In this episode, she provi...

86 | Moving away from "cookie cutter" clinical practice with Dr. Kevin Spelman

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Camille engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Kevin Spelman, a highly experienced Ayurvedic practitioner, researcher, ...

85 | A tip on describing what you do

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you someone who works in a healing or clinical field and struggles to explain what you do? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll tackle the...

84 | On Morning Routines

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m answering a question from an upcoming Q&A session: What does my morning routine look like? I give a few details about how I...

83 | Should you go back to school or get another credential?

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is pursuing an advanced degree like a doctorate necessary? In this episode, we'll explore the various factors that come into play when deciding whethe...

82 | Promoting your work when the world is on fire

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It can feel inappropriate or uncomfortable to promote yourself when things are falling apart around you. It's tempting to think that your work doesn't...

81 | Starting and marketing an herbal program: Insights with Ember Peters and Oren Hercz

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Camille sits down with herbalists Ember Peters and Oren Hercz from Nova Scotia, exploring their innovative intermediate herbal progra...

80 | On Negative Feedback about your Newsletter

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Camille discusses how to handle negative feedback from newsletter subscribers and emphasizes the importance of remaining authentic. D...

79 | Navigating Insurance as a Clinical Herbalist

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In response to a listener question, Camille shares her thoughts on insurance options for clinical herbalists. Submit your own questions: https://www.i...

78 | Behind the Scenes of Monday Mentoring

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I reflect on running Monday Mentoring, my community of practice membership program for practitioners, as we start our fifth year. I s...

77 | Navigating Election Season: Self-Care for Practitioners

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," hosted by Camille Freeman, a clinical herbalist and nutritionist. In today's episode, Camille...

76 | On urgency in your marketing and promotion

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," where Camille Freeman, a clinical herbalist and nutritionist, shares valuable tips for pra...

75 | Review of Zenler learning management system

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to In the Clinic with Camille, hosted by Camille Freeman, an experienced herbalist and nutritionist. In this episode, Camille responds to a qu...

74: How to tell if people are reading your newsletter

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Camille addresses a common concern from Julie about newsletter engagement. Camille shares practical advice on how to gauge and enhanc...

73 | When do you need a separate business?

13 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the latest episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," where herbalist and nutritionist Camille Freeman dives into a pertinent question from l...

72 | Is it possible to sustain yourself with a clinical practice?

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of "In the Clinic with Camille," hosted by Camille Freeman, a clinical herbalist and licensed nutritionist. In this episode, C...

71 | Your Regularly-Scheduled Business Breakdown

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you stay in practice long enough, you'll have a business breakdown. These are periods where you're rethinking or restructuring at the highest level...

70 | Knowing when to be done with an herbal formula

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When a client's taking an herbal formula that seems to be resonating with them, they'll often want to know how long they should plan on continuing wit...

69 | What to do when your marketing isn’t working

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When it feels like nothing is making a difference... Especially when you're getting started, it can feel like you're working and working and working, ...

68 | Herbs and Other Strategies to Support Sleep with Maria Noël Groves

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm delighted to interview Maria Noël Groves about her new book, Herbal Remedies for Sleep, and how the book applies to our work ...

67 | Ember Peters, Stascha Stahl & Vilde Chaya Fenster-Ehrlich on their Advanced Clinical Herbal Skills Program

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Ember Peters, Stascha Stahl, and Vilde Chaya Fenster-Ehrlich about their upcoming Advanced Clinical Herb...

66 | Branding and Websites with Lindsey Freeman and Julie Goldberg

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Branding and Website Design Isn't Easy Many practitioners spend a lot of time, energy, and sometimes money trying to cobble together a website and pro...

65 | Behind the Scenes at HerbRally with Mason Hutchinson

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I was so excited to interview Mason Hutchinson, the founder of HerbRally. Herb Rally is a platform for herbalists and herbal enthusiasts, including ev...

64 | The Power of Accountability Groups: Insights from Carolee, Linnette, and Amy

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by Carolee Horner, Linnette Johnson, and Amy Boldt, who share their experiences with forming and attending an accountabili...

63 | Burnout and self-care with Gina Badger

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, herbalist Gina Badger joins us to discuss their experience of burnout and some strategies they've put in place to provide a bit of br...

62 | Results from an Email List Experiment

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens if you don't have an opt-in offer?  Today, I want to talk about an experiment I've been running with my email list. My email list is abs...

61 | Thoughts about Scarcity Marketing

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

​If you're new to clinical practice, you might be tempted to investigate common marketing techniques to help you find more clients. Unfortunately, m...

60 | The Power of Showing Up

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why bother to show up when you can watch the recording? Today, I'm sharing a simple yet often overlooked strategy for building your visibility and re...

59 | Thoughts on an ashwagandha thyrotoxicosis case report

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As I was preparing for a lecture on ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), I came across a case report sharing information about a women who went to the ER...

58 | Spring Dreaming & Planning Workshop

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I honor of the equinox today, I'm sharing the spring dreaming and planning workshop I led recently. I highly recommend a seasonal planning process rat...

57 | Books I Use in Clinical Practice

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast episode is in response to a question from Phoebe, who asked if I could share the books I most often use in my clinical work. Here is a (l...

56 | Is Vitex Contraindicated in PCOS with Jillian Bar-Av

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is Vitex Contraindicated in PCOS? You can probably tell from the episode title that, according to our current understanding, Vitex agnus-castus is not...

55 | Ruth Shelton on creating and running the Sacred Ally program

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, herbalist Ruth Shelton shares more about how she created and ran a year-long program called Sacred Allies. Ruth Shelton, The Empirica...

54 | Oren Hercz on Creating an Intermediate Herbal Program

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I interview herbalist Oren Hercz about his experience developing an intermediate herbal program in partnership with Ember Peters. ...

53 | The Pay from the Heart Pricing Model

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I've been using a "pay from the heart" pricing model for 2 years now. When people sign up for my Monday Mentoring program, they are offered three pric...

52 | Throwing (some) courses into the sea

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Signed up for too many courses? It's fine to get rid of them. A few weeks ago, a student in my Grow course shared a sentiment that's all too famili...

51 | Are you ready to start a clinical practice?

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're talking about how to know whether you're ready to start a clinical practice. As part of New Practitioner Week, I've been asking people ab...

50 | No one knows what they’re doing

13 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's episode 50! Thanks so much for your support 💓 Today, we're talking about how there is no playbook for you to follow when creating your own pra...

49 | A follow-up visit experiment

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Experimenting with a new follow-up visit option Sometimes, a standard follow-up visit just isn't long enough. In this episode, I share a small change ...

48 | The Summer Slowdown

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is summer feeling sluggish in your practice? Never fear. This is normal. In this episode, I've shared a few thoughts on tuning into the rhythm of your...

47 | On having another job

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt badly because you have another job in addition to your work as an herbalist or nutritionist, this episode is for you. Learn why it...

46 | Why I use a practice notebook

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When I went into clinical practice, I realized quickly that I needed to learn a new skill set quickly: how to run a small business. Without the formal...

45 | The creepiness factor when you use email newsletters

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of people don't realize how much tracking happens when you send an email newsletter. Although it's actually less invasive than the tracking asso...

44 | Hibiscus and Peanut Allergy

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TLDL (too long didn't listen): I didn't know until recently that hibiscus is often intercropped with peanuts, meaning that it likely is not appropriat...

43 | How to eat more veggies 🥕

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share a simple but effective tip that I use often with clients re: how to get in a few more servings of veggies each day. Note that...

42 | Having your own practitioner

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have your own practitioner? In this episode, I share some thoughts on why I recommend having someone else on your team who does similar work to...

41 | Why you won’t find negative reviews of many online courses and programs

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been thinking about signing up for a popular course or program, you've likely tried Googling around to see what you can learn about it. If a...

40 | Balancing creativity and consumption

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you're consuming too much, it's time to start creating.  A while back, I asked people who read my newsletter what practices they have in plac...

39 | Why You Shouldn’t Create an Online Course

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whenever I hear about a new practitioner launching an online course, I cringe a bit. It's not that I don't wish them well. Of course, I do! I'd love n...

38 | Why I’m Not on Social Media

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I left social media several years ago. I had always thought that social media was mandatory for building a practice. However, when it got to the point...

37 | A February Pep Talk

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

February can be a hard month. For many of us, it's dark. It's gloomy. It's cold. It can be hard to keep the faith, particularly when you're new to cli...

36 | Interview with Oren Hercz on Offering Herb Walks and Classes to Build your Practice

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest challenges when running a clinical practice is finding more clients. In today's podcast, we'll talk to clinical herbalist Oren Herc...

35 | How to Stay Calm(er) When You’re Giving a Presentation with Megan Hamilton

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Planning to do any public speaking in 2022?  In this episode, I interview public speaking expert Megan Hamilton, who shares an easy strategy you can ...

34 | When Your Own Health Makes You Doubt Your Ability to Work with Others

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What if I can't do this... Doubt and fear are incredibly common when you're in clinical practice. When you have your own health issues, particularl...

33 | Why I Don’t Do Annual Planning in December

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

At this time of year, it's tempting to spend hours planning and organizing to prepare for 2022. I've found that this approach, while fun, isn't always...

32 | Do You Need to Prune Your Offers?

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As 2021 comes to a close, I recommend spending some time reviewing your offers. Most of us start out very simply. We have one offer, usually an initia...

31 | When It Doesn’t Help to Compare

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever had a brilliant idea, only to find out that someone else was already doing the same thing? I think we've all been there. You brainstorm and schem...

30 | Grounding and Centering before a Client with Very Little Time

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Transitioning Quickly If you're in practice long enough, you'll likely find yourself in a situation where you need to transition quickly between one ...

29 | Thoughts on the COVID Vaccine and Pregnancy/Fertility

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Should you take the COVID vaccine if you're pregnant or trying to conceive?  This is a great question to bring to your primary care provider! Even th...

28 | Thoughts on Quarterly Taxes

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this teeny-tiny episode, I discuss how to think about quarterly taxes so that it's not quite so painful to send in those checks every few months. R...

27 | Why I Spend Money Every Month on a Business Mentor

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why I Spend Money on Mentoring... and lots of it.  This week, I'm sharing specifically how much money I spend every month on mentoring. Hint: it's an...

26 | Thoughts on the New OpenNotes Rules for Licensed Practitioners

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why licensed nutritionists need to be aware of the new OpenNotes rules.  Did you know that new legislation went into effect in April, 2021 that af...

25 | Making Peace with Not Running an Apothecary

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever felt bashful because you don't run an apothecary... Check out this week's episode! There are many different ways to be an herbalist. No...

24 | Do You Need a Business Plan?

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you need a business plan? One of the things I get asked relatively often in my Roots course is whether you need to have a formal business plan be...

23 | Why Having Your Clients Buy Herbs on Amazon May Not be a Good Idea

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An interview with herbalist Lori Wroten In this week's episode, you'll hear an interview with herbalist Lori Wroten. This is the first time I've had ...

22 | Should You Charge Extra for Payment Plans?

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Should you charge extra for payment plans?  When you purchase a course, program, or package online, you're often offered a payment plan - particular...

21 | Questions to Ask Before You Buy that Program or Course

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have your eye on a course, program, or package that's starting soon?  There are endless tempting opportunities out there. If you're anything ...

20 | Don’t Overlook This Simple Way to Find New Clients

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you having a hard time finding new clients?  When your schedule isn't booked and you're spirits are down, it's tempting to start grasping at str...

19 | The Ovaries Need the Uterus

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do the ovaries work without the uterus? Although the ovaries and uterus work hand-in-hand (so to speak), for a long time we've thought that ovarian ho...

18 | Be Mindful About Going Over Time During Your Consults

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this visit, I share some things to think about if you're consistently going over the scheduled amount of time for your clinical visits. These aren'...

17 | Reflections on Publishing Research

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The trials and tribulations of survey research. A paper that I've been working on with a team of other folks was published in the Journal of the Ame...

16 | On Keeping Things Simple

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's okay to keep things simple.   Sometimes practitioners feel pressured to come up with complicated recommendations. A complicated case means some...

15 | Identifying Your Target Market and Niche

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The more clear you are about who you're aiming to serve, the easier things will be in your clinical work. Feeling confused about your target market a...

14 | How to Handle Income from your Practice

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Profit First: The book I didn't want to like.   Based on the title alone, this didn't seem like something I'd be interested in.  It's been recommen...

13 | Accountability Groups for Practitioners

13 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Being in private practice can be isolating.  If you're a clinician in a private practice, you may feel like very few people understand what you do an...

12 | Why You Need a Referral List and Who to Add

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a referral list?  It's one of those things that's easy to put off, particularly when you're just getting started with your practic...

11 | Website Perfectionism

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are you guilty of website perfectionism?   I am.  If I had my way, I could easily spend 10 or 20 hours a week tweaking things on my website.  But I...

10 | Safety of Probiotics in Infants

03 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are probiotics safe to use in infants?  I'm so glad you're asking this question.  Before recommending any supplement, we should always be askin...

9 | Thoughts on Working and Homeschooling

27 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Working from home while homeschooling your kids?  Me, too. Y'all, it isn't easy. In fact, it isn't easy under normal circumstances. Right now we're...

8 | Identifying your Core Values

05 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you're in practice, identifying your core values helps you stay aligned with your highest intention.   One of the things I do regularly - a...

7 | How to Name your Herbal or Nutrition Practice

09 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to get your practice up and running.  One of the first steps is to name your practice. For some people, this can be a real stumbling block...

6 | Using Inclusive Language in the Clinic

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Using Inclusive Language in the Clinic As a clinician, you're probably used to speaking or writing in a particular way. It's helpful to evaluate your...