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What to Expect in a Session

Before the Session
  • I offer a specialised service, so if you are worried about your general health or think you have a medical condition you should see your primary healthcare provider first (this is good practice for everyone, it is the law for children). I do not diagnose medical conditions. If you have an acute infectious illness (e.g. COVID-19, flu), please stay at home. My COVID risk assessment is linked for your convenience.
  • I can normally do Bowen with you clothed (a single layer of loose fitting natural fabric works best. Please don't wear anything which would make it hard to work through such as tight jeans or lycra). If taking shoes on and off is not straightforward, you can often keep them on for the treatment. For Scar Integration Therapy I will need to work directly on the scar itself. Please avoid tight clothes as this will interfere with the treatment. Avoid eating a heavy meal or drinking alcohol before your session. 
  • Cancellation policy. You can reschedule or cancel your session free of charge up to 24 hours before the appointment time. Late cancellation or rescheduling (i.e. less than 24 hours notice) will be charged unless I can fill the time slot with a last minute booking. 
During the Session
  • The initial assessment session is normally 90 minutes for Scar Integration Therapy or 60 minutes for other work. Length of session for follow up will depend on the kind of issues involved. 
  • In Bowen I use occasional therapeutic pauses when I will leave the treatment space to allow for change.   

After The Session
  • I suggest that you normally avoid other physical treatments for about a week either side of your session, especially chiropractic or osteopathy. There is no problem with exercise (whether from a physio or just normal exercise), talking therapies, nutrition, or herbal medicines. Ask me during the session if you have any doubts. 
  • Rest. For Bowen, avoid physical strain for 24 hours. For Scar Integration Therapy, three days is better.  We have created often profound changes in how your body relates to gravity. You need to give it a chance to adapt. 
  • ​How Many Sessions? Bowen sessions should be spaced 5-10 days apart, ideally a week. It's impossible to predict, but an initial series of 3-6 sessions is enough for many people. You should leave a gap of 3-4 weeks before doing ScarWork and BoneWork in the same area (it's fine to work on other areas before that). ​
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