About Bowen Therapy
Bowen therapy, also called Bowenwork or Bowtech, is a form of bodywork created by Thomas Ambrose Bowen (1916–1982) in Australia. It involves gently stretching the fascia — the soft tissue that covers all your muscles and organs — to promote pain relief.
Specifically, this form of therapy uses precise and gentle, rolling hand movements. These motions focus on the muscles, tendons, and ligaments, along with the fascia and skin around them. The idea is to reduce pain by stimulating the nervous system.
This type of therapy acts on the autonomic nervous system. It’s said to inhibit the sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) and activate the parasympathetic nervous system (your rest-and-digest response).
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What’s it typically used for?
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Bowen therapy is used to treat a variety of ailments. Generally, it’s done to relieve pain and increase motor function. Depending on the underlying symptoms, it may be used as a complementary or alternative treatment.
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The method may be used to treat the following ailments:
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respiratory conditions, like asthma
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gastrointestinal disorders, like irritable bowel syndrome
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motor function
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If you would like to know more about Bowen Therapy and it's history, please visit the BowTech website.
About Holly
Holly Kimber is a Bowen Therapist with a deep passion for supporting the body’s natural ability to adapt, heal and find ease. She works with clients to gently navigate change and discomfort, using Bowen Therapy to encourage balance within the nervous system and the body as a whole.
Already immersed in the study of natural approaches to health and wellbeing, Holly first encountered Bowen Therapy after experiencing significant relief from a long-standing hip injury. The subtle yet profound shifts she experienced sparked a lasting respect for the practice that continues to deepen with each treatment she offers.
Her approach draws on a broad background in natural health, combining Bowen Therapy with complementary soft tissue techniques to support function, calm the nervous system and invite lasting change.
As a mother, daughter, sister and friend, Holly is passionate about working with people at all stages of life. Whether navigating stress, pain or periods of transition, she meets each client with care, curiosity and respect for the body’s innate wisdom.
About The Health Studio
The Health Studio is a welcoming, dynamic space for healing and inspiration, led by Chiropractor Dr Carmen Atkinson.
We cultivate connection; to self, to others and to community, and provide resources, opportunities and networks to facilitate personal healing, growth and transformation.
We want you to experience personal exploration and encourage curiosity to unveil the best version of YOURSELF.
We deliver services that optimise your innate healing potential to move beyond merely surviving, to ultimately thriving – because our foundational belief is that
“YOU ARE DESIGNED TO BE EXTRAORDINARY”
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There are 5 key pillars of health and lifestyle we actively address –
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Your Spine and Nervous System
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How you fuel your body
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How you move your body
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Your mental game
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Cultivating a sense of Community and belonging
Our Chiropractors and allied health associates work collaboratively and passionately to help people achieve their desired health goals.
We are committed to delivering excellence of service with best practices, whilst recognising that each individual is on their own health journey.
Our Mission ultimately is to help people recognise and reconnect to their innate potential to live an extraordinary life.
