About Karen Harley

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a deep interest in plants and began growing vegetables and herbs at a young age. Since then, I’ve made my own tinctures, teas, and lotions for personal use. During my studies in Medical Herbalism at the Southern Institute of Medical Herbalism (SIMH), I developed a deeper understanding of the relationship between herbs and the individual. I really love the process of connecting medicine to the person and formulating individual remedies.

I am now based in beautiful Motueka and am welcoming new clients. The majority of the herbs I use in my practice are ones I’ve either grown myself or foraged locally in the Motueka, Nelson, and Tasman regions. I’m mindful about how much I take and where I source plants from, and I grow my herbs using organic principles to produce healthy, robust medicine. Occasionally, I may need to source herbs from a trusted supplier or fellow herbalist, but my focus is always on finding the highest quality available.

I love living in Motueka and enjoy walking and tramping and being out in our beautiful native forests.