Episode 95: How Teenagers Really Benefit from Using Homeopathy with Moitza Kobi

Teenage years can bring enormous physical, emotional and social changes. So how does a homeopath approach a young person who may be experiencing several challenges at once? In this episode of the Homeopathy247 Podcast, Mary Greensmith speaks with Moitza Kobi about her work with children and teenagers and why she enjoys supporting young people through this stage of life. Listening to Both Parent and Child When a parent contacts Moitza about their child, she usually wants to hear both perspectives. A parent may see one problem while the teenager experiences the situation very differently. Depending on the child's age, Moitza may also spend some time speaking with them privately so they can describe their feelings and experiences in their own words. Common Concerns in Teenagers Moitza discusses young people coming to her with concerns such as: Eczema and other skin problems Anxiety Insomnia Headaches Recurring coughs and colds Tonsillitis Digestive complaints Stress around school and exams Difficult family communication She explains that physical and emotional concerns often overlap during adolescence. Looking at the Whole Person Rather than focusing only on the main symptom, Moitza considers the wider picture. She looks at changes at home, school pressure, relationships, previous health problems, sleep, emotional responses and other factors that may be affecting the young person. This forms part of the individualized approach traditionally used within homeopathy. When the Whole Family Is Affected Sometimes a child's difficulties can affect everyone around them. Moitza and Mary discuss how tension between a parent and teenager can become a cycle, with each person's reaction affecting the other. Moitza may therefore suggest that the parent also has space to explore their own stress and reactions. Eczema and Recurring Illness Moitza shares the story of a teenager whose childhood eczema returned around puberty and who was also experiencing repeated tonsillitis. She describes working with the teenager over about two years while considering her current symptoms, previous history and life circumstances. The teenager later reported feeling healthier and more confident managing minor concerns herself. This is an individual case experience and does not establish that homeopathy treated eczema or prevented infections. Helping Teenagers Understand Themselves A major theme of the episode is helping young people become more aware of their own health. Moitza believes learning to notice physical symptoms, emotions, stress and personal triggers can help teenagers develop greater self awareness as they grow. Homeopathy has not been established as an effective treatment for eczema, anxiety, insomnia, infections or other medical conditions beyond placebo. Persistent skin problems, recurrent infections or significant anxiety and sleep difficulties should receive appropriate professional assessment. Key Takeaways Teenagers may experience physical and emotional changes together. Parents and teenagers can see the same problem differently. Listening directly to the young person is important. Family relationships can influence how everyone experiences stress. Moitza uses individualized homeopathic case taking. Skin, sleep, anxiety and school pressure are common concerns she encounters. Long term or recurring symptoms deserve appropriate medical assessment. Helping teenagers understand their own wellbeing can build confidence. Visit Moitza's website: https://moitzakobi.com/ Join the Homeopathy for Kids & Teens Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/966662634341266 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and be updated with our latest episodes. You can also subscribe to our podcast channels available on your favourite podcast listening app below: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeopathy247-podcast/id1628767810 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39rjXAReQ33hGceW1E50dk Follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathy247 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeopathy247 You can also visit our website at https://homeopathy247.com/