BOWEN THERAPY

WHAT IS
BOWEN THERAPY?

Bowen Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive form of bodywork that works with,  rather than against,  the body’s natural healing intelligence. Unlike traditional massage techniques that involve deep pressure or sustained manipulation, Bowen uses subtle, rolling movements over muscles, tendons, and fascia to stimulate the nervous system and reset patterns of tension and imbalance.

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This technique activates the parasympathetic (rest and repair) response, encouraging deep relaxation and allowing the body to realign and heal from within.

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What makes Bowen unique is its use of deliberate pauses between sets of movements. These pauses give the body time to integrate the work, often resulting in profound shifts with minimal input. It's a minimalist yet highly effective approach, suitable for all ages and especially beneficial for those with chronic pain, sensitive systems, or who may not tolerate deeper touch.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Fully Clothed & Comfortable

You’ll remain fully clothed during the session. Depending on your needs, you'll lie on a treatment table or sit in a chair.

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Gentle, Targeted Movements

Your practitioner will apply light, rolling movements over specific muscles and fascia — no deep pressure or forceful adjustments.

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Intentional Pauses

After a series of moves, the practitioner will step away for a few moments. These pauses are key to giving your nervous system time to respond and integrate.

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Whole-Body Response

Though the touch is subtle, Bowen can initiate powerful changes throughout the body — often in areas seemingly unrelated to the original concern.

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A Calming, Restorative Experience

Most clients report a deep sense of relaxation, and some even fall asleep during their session. You may feel immediate shifts or notice gradual changes over the following days.

BENEFITS

Bowen Therapy offers a wide range of potential benefits, including:

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Physical Benefits:

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Alleviates chronic and acute pain

Helps reduce discomfort from injuries, overuse, and long-standing tension.​

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Reduces inflammation and muscle tension

Encourages tissue release and improves circulation to calm the body’s inflammatory response.

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Supports injury recovery and rehabilitation

Promotes faster, more complete healing after physical trauma or surgery.​

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Improves posture and range of motion

Gently unwinds holding patterns that restrict movement and alignment.

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Enhances circulation and lymphatic flow

Supports the body’s natural detoxification and immune processes.

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Aids in managing conditions like TMJ, sciatica, and fibromyalgia

Offers gentle relief for chronic pain conditions without aggravating symptoms.

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Mental and Emotional Benefits: 

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Calms the nervous system

Activates the parasympathetic state to bring the body into rest, repair, and recovery mode.

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Reduces stress and anxiety

Releases physical tension that can hold emotional stress in the body.

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Promotes deep relaxation and mental clarity

Creates space for stillness, presence, and nervous system reset.

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Supports emotional resilience and balance

Encourages the body-mind connection to gently process and release stored emotions.

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Encourages better sleep and overall wellbeing

Many clients report deeper, more restorative sleep following a session.

OFFERINGS

Your first Bowen Therapy session will be 60 minutes, focusing on assessing your specific needs, determining your level of sensitivity, and tailoring protocols to best support your healing.
Follow-up sessions are available in either 60- or 90-minute options, depending on your goals and the depth of work desired.