Bowen Therapy
Body symmetry plays a crucial role in overall physical well-being, influencing posture, movement, and the distribution of stress on joints and muscles. When the body is symmetrically aligned, it can enhance balance and reduce strain, leading to a lower risk of pain and injury. Conversely, asymmetry often results in uneven wear and tear on the body, contributing to chronic pain conditions. By focusing on exercises and practices that promote symmetry, individuals can achieve better alignment, Bowen Therapy will facilitate pain relief and enhance mobility.
Are you suffering pain?
Bowen Therapy is a distinct form of bodywork that focuses on the gentle manipulation of soft tissue. Named after Thomas Bowen, who developed this technique in Australia in the mid-20th century, Bowen Therapy aims to facilitate the body's natural healing processes.
The therapy involves a series of precise moves performed over muscles, tendons, and fascia (the connective layers of tissue) The small and gentle movements are often done in a specific sequence and include pauses between sets, allowing the body to respond and integrate the changes made.
Bowen Therapy is an evidence based practice and works by stimulating the body's autonomic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress. This therapy can help alleviate a range of physical conditions, including musculoskeletal issues, respiratory problems, hormonal, digestive disorders, mental health amongst others and has much success with fertility, asthma and hay fever, tinnitus and many other issues.
Sessions usually last between 30 to 60 minutes and can be adapted to suit individual needs. Clients typically remain fully clothed, as the therapy can be performed over light clothing. Many people report feeling a deep sense of relaxation during and after treatment.
Though Bowen Therapy with its gentle approach to healing is regarded as safe, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before beginning any new treatment, especially for those with existing health conditions or concerns.
What People Are Saying
“I suffered years of back-pain & sciatica, tried everything before finding Bowen Therapy. I’m still pain free after 5 years. I highly recommend Rebecca to all my family and friends, her knowledge is second to none”
— Trevor - St Austell
“We have Bowen Therapy every couple of months, it’s so gentle for my Fibromyalgia. My husband’s tinnitus and depression is under control now with no drugs or continued visits to the doctor. Thank-you Rebecca”
— Fiona and Mike - Padstow
“Rebecca has helped so much since my MS diagnosis 8 years ago. Bowen works so well & helps keep me mobile. I feel so much better spiritually after Five Elements Acupuncture. It’s a crucial part of my life now”
— Jayne - St Mawes
Bowen Therapy
Traditional Five Elements Acupuncture
Bowen Therapy
A whole body treatment targets your own bodies ability to heal itself. This gentle therapy is for all ages and can be given through light clothing. Many issues has been helped including as few as 3 or 4 treatments.
Treatments are recommended to be booked well in advance as my diary is very busy.
Initial appointment + assessment & treatment. 60 mins £55
Further sessions, around 40 mins | £45
Five Elements Acupuncture
It all begins using traditional methods of diagnosis to establish your personality type. Wood, Fire, Earth, Water or Metal. Then a treatment plan involves inserting tiny needles into specific points to balance your element, allowing energy to flow, balancing yin and yang.
Initial appointments are around 2 hours £65
Further treatments 60 mins | £55
(discounts for bulk bookings of monthly treatments)
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First time booking therapy? Please read.
I operate by appointment only.
For Bowen Therapy, you will remain clothed for the entirety of the session, please wear light clothing, I may ask you to remove socks. For Traditional Five Elements Acupuncture, some clothing will need to be removed in order to provide bare skin for needles, please note all needles are single use, they are very fine and completely sterile.
If you are currently having other bodywork treatments please allow at least 3 days before or after your treatments with me. This is purely to assess what works best for you.
Generally it is advisable to have a minimum of 3 Bowen therapy sessions one per week, depending on issues of course. Maintenance treatments may be ongoing for while which is likely to be every 6 weeks or so. For Traditional Five Elements Acupuncture I recommend one treatment per week for 3 or 4 weeks then monthly for 6 months which is continually reviewed. Some clients I see as and when they require, however please note that if I have not seen you within 12 months you will need to book a ‘first appointment’ rates apply.
I am located near St Austell and will forward you precise directions after confirmation of booking.
Cancellation & Late Arrivals Policy;
Please reschedule or cancel your appointment giving at least 24 hours. No shows or less than 24 hours notice will result in full fee. Please let me know as soon as possible if you are likely to be late.