Bowenwork Release. Reset. Restore.
Bowenwork is one of the most subtle yet profoundly effective bodywork modalities in existence. Gentle, precise moves across fascia, muscles, and nerve pathways send powerful reset signals to the nervous system — releasing chronic tension, correcting structural imbalances, and activating deep, lasting healing responses throughout the entire body.
What is Bowenwork?
Developed by the late Tom Bowen in Australia in the 1950s, Bowenwork (also known as the Bowen Technique) is a dynamic soft-tissue therapy that uses gentle, precise rolling moves across specific points on the body's fascia, muscles, tendons, and nerve pathways.
What makes Bowenwork unique — and uniquely powerful — is the use of deliberate pauses between sequences of moves. These pauses allow the nervous system to process and integrate the signals being sent, triggering a profound reset response that cannot be achieved through continuous manipulation.
The body responds to Bowenwork over the 5–7 days following a session — making it one of the few modalities whose most significant effects occur after the appointment rather than during. Most clients notice continued improvement for days following each session.
Pricing
Series packages available · Pairs beautifully with Float Therapy
What to Expect
Intake & Assessment
A brief postural and movement assessment, along with a conversation about your symptoms and health history. You remain fully clothed in comfortable attire throughout the entire session.
Gentle Moves & Pauses
You'll lie on the treatment table as your practitioner performs precise, gentle rolling moves at specific points on your body, interspersed with deliberate rest periods. The pauses are essential — they allow your nervous system to integrate each sequence of signals.
Post-Session Awareness
Most clients feel deeply relaxed and often describe an unusual sense of "floating" or lightness immediately after. You are advised to walk for 20–30 minutes after your session and drink plenty of water to support the integration process.
The Healing Continues
The most significant changes occur in the 5–7 days following the session. Many clients are surprised to notice continued improvement days after their appointment — as the nervous system continues its reset process.
Recommended Frequency
3 sessions spaced 7–10 days apart. This allows the body to fully integrate each session before receiving the next, building a cumulative healing response.
Monthly sessions for ongoing management of chronic pain, structural issues, or nervous system dysregulation — maintaining the gains achieved in the initial series.
Quarterly sessions for general structural balance, stress release, and nervous system tune-up for those who are well but want to stay that way.
The Benefits of Bowenwork
Back, Neck & Joint Pain
Highly effective for acute and chronic back pain, neck pain, shoulder dysfunction, hip and knee issues — by addressing the underlying fascial tension patterns driving the pain.
Sports Injury Recovery
Accelerates recovery from sprains, strains, and repetitive strain injuries by restoring normal fascial glide, reducing scar tissue formation, and rebalancing muscular tension.
Stress & Nervous System
The pause-based protocol directly resets the autonomic nervous system — shifting clients from sympathetic dominance (fight-or-flight) into deep parasympathetic rest with lasting effect.
Migraine & Headache
Bowenwork's specific moves on the cervical and cranial fascia are remarkably effective for migraine prevention and tension headache — addressing cervical tension and cranial nerve involvement.
Digestive & Pelvic Health
Bowenwork's visceral moves directly address the fascia around digestive organs and the pelvic floor — supporting healthy function in IBS, pelvic pain, and reproductive health.
Safe for All Ages
The extraordinary gentleness of Bowenwork makes it suitable for newborns, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with fragile health — while remaining powerfully effective for elite athletes.
What Our Clients Say
"The team really care about their customers. Really care about well-being. Such a positive and healing environment. Can't recommend this place enough."
"It feels like she rebooted my nervous system. Natasha is gifted in her craft. I highly encourage anyone dealing with health challenges to book a session — the results are remarkable."
"SoliVana is the Number 1 wellness spot in the entire Bay Area. It's truly a one of a kind experience where real transformation can occur. Nothing compares."
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bowenwork the same as massage?
Do I need to undress for Bowenwork?
How many sessions will I need?
Can Bowenwork help with scoliosis?
Can children receive Bowenwork?
Less Force.
Deeper Healing.
Book your Bowenwork session and discover why this gentle yet profound modality has transformed the lives of people around the world — when everything else has fallen short.