Bowen Therapy

The main service I offer is Bowen Therapy, a unique form of bodywork which was developed right here in Australia by Tom Bowen (pictured below).  Bowen is unlike most other soft tissue therapies in that only light pressure is used to apply a rolling type move over muscles, tendons or ligaments in specific locations. These moves appear to powerfully affect connective tissue in the body, known as fascia, resulting in a loosening or letting go of areas of tightness or restriction. Typically people treated with Bowen notice a profound sense of well being and experience deep relaxation.

Bowen work is subtle. Time is allowed between moves or sequences of moves so that the body can adjust and incorporate changes in fascial holding. Treatments tend to be brief, 30 to 40 minutes is usual, and can usually be done through clothing.

Clients are asked to carefully follow certain simple guidelines following their session to gain the most benefit. Results can sometimes be immediate but normally occur gradually over several days or even weeks.  A wide range of conditions respond well to Bowen but I tend to concentrate on joint pain and stiffness.