Bowen Secrets

20/10/2025

When posture and the nervous system don’t see eye to eye

When the body is out of alignment — maybe one shoulder sits higher, or there’s a slight shift through the spine — it’s not just a structural issue. This unevenness can affect how the brain and body communicate.

Uneven posture can send mixed messages through the nervous system, influencing balance, coordination, and even emotional regulation. For some people, especially those with retained primitive reflexes, this imbalance can keep old movement patterns “switched on.”

Reflexes such as the ATNR, STNR, TLR, and Spinal Galant are designed to help us develop in infancy — but if they’re not fully integrated, they can contribute to muscle tension, altered spinal curves, or inefficient movement patterns later in life.

Bowen Therapy offers a gentle way to bring attention to postural and nervous system patterns, inviting the body to explore greater ease and balance as best it can.

Source: https://www.mdpi.com/1648-9144/61/3/427

12/10/2025

We used to think sore joints were just “wear and tear.”

Now we know the truth — movement is one of the best ways to protect our joints and keep them healthy.

Gentle, supportive movement helps nourish cartilage, strengthen muscles, and keep the whole joint system working in harmony.

If your body feels a little stiff or out of sync, Bowen Therapy can complement your holistic approach to movement and self-care.

Because your body isn’t wearing out — it’s designed to repair. 💙

Source:
https://theconversation.com/joint-pain-or-osteoarthritis-why-exercise-should-be-your-first-line-of-treatment-260638

28/08/2025

The Vagus nerve — known as the wandering nerve — travels from the brain through the body, connecting with the heart, lungs, gut, and more.

Because it touches so many systems, what happens in the Vagus nerve can impact the whole body.

When the Vagus nerve isn’t working well, it can contribute to issues like poor digestion, sleep disorders, hormonal imbalances, difficulty regulating heart rate, challenges with stress and mood, and more.

Therapies like Bowen Therapy may support and stimulate the Vagus nerve for a healthier, more balanced you.

When you care for your Vagus nerve, you support your whole self.

21/08/2025

21/08/2025

Bowen Therapy is more than just gentle moves.

As John Wilks notes:

“It is clear that there are well-researched mechanisms by which the Bowen Technique can assist in terms of fascial fitness, reducing stress levels, increasing vascular supply and improving mobility and posture.”

Every session is a reminder of how interconnected the body really is.

Read more:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/286206683_The_Bowen_Technique_-_Mechanisms_for_action

20/08/2025

Every body benefits from Bowen ❤️

The body remembers what the mind may try to forget.

Tension, fatigue, cravings, and even skin flare-ups — sometimes, these aren't just physical. They're how the body tells its story.

Bowen Therapy doesn’t force the body to “fix” anything.

Through light, purposeful touch, it supports the nervous system in settling, as best it can — not by pushing, but by inviting.

Gentle moves, deep listening.

📸 The Present Psychologist

12/08/2025

Unfortunately due to a few recent cancellations I find it necessary to change my cancellation policy to 48 hours notice in order to give me the time to offer these appointments to waiting customers.
Less than 48 hours notice will incur the full appointment fee from today's date 12/08/2025.
I'm sure all of my clients understand, that as a small business, cancellations impact regular customers trying to book appointments.

I look forward to seeing you all soon. ☺️

Send a message to learn more

05/08/2025

You cannot leave a Bowen session feeling ’wired’, rest and relaxation are all part of the process 🥰

When your nervous system feels like spaghetti…

Sometimes a gentle pause (like Bowen) is just what you need to start untangling.

26/07/2025

Fatigue isn’t always physical.

A wired nervous system, shallow breathing, poor sleep, or being “always on” can wear you out.

Bowen Therapy may help create space for rest — not just in the body, but in the whole system, to the best of its ability.

Rest is not laziness. It’s a biological need.

22/07/2025

You can’t digest, repair, or restore when your system is stuck on “go.”

Bowen Therapy reminds the body that it’s safe to slow down.

18/07/2025

The more I learn, the more I want to know ☺️

13/07/2025

Rumbling tummies or 💤 are a compliment 🥰

In Bowen Therapy, zoning out isn’t rude — it’s a win.

Falling asleep mid-session? Just your nervous system saying thank you.

We’ll take the Zzzs as a compliment! 😉