How Much Does Bowen Therapy Cost?

Last Updated on February 12, 2023
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

Bowen therapy is a certain holistic healing technique that makes use of a series of precise, gentle movements to try to stimulate your body’s natural healing processes. This technique is very popular worldwide as a very effective treatment approach for many medical issues and conditions, including headaches, neck pain, and back pain. It was first developed by an Australian called Tom Bowen, in the 1950s. But people that hear about Bowen therapy often ask themselves how much will this treatment approach cost and what factors will influence this price.

Cost of Bowen Therapy Sessions

The Bowen therapy cost per session will differ based on several factors, including the practitioner’s experience level, location, and so on. You should expect the average session to cost somewhere between $75 and $200. You might be able to snatch a discounted rate from some practitioners if you buy a package comprised of multiple sessions, which would bring the cost per session lower.

Factors That Affect the Cost of Bowen Therapy

As said above, the actual cost you will be faced with for one Bowen therapy session will be affected by a few factors. Among the most important factors that you will have to consider are:

• the length of the session
• the location of the practice
• the qualifications and level of experience the practitioner has

It’s obvious that practitioners with specialized training or those that are more experienced will also charge more for the services they offer, while practitioners living in remote areas or rural establishments will usually charge less. The length of the session can also vary, with some practitioners offering sessions lasting around 60 minutes and others sessions of only around 45 minutes.

Overview of the Bowen procedure

The Bowen treatment is done in a sequence of small moves at differing pressures. Each of them will target a specific site on the body. Most people describe this treatment as pleasant. The therapist will use a light, cross-fiber maneuver of ligament, tendon, or muscle, without the use of forceful manipulation.

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The typical treatment will last somewhere between 30 and 60 minutes. Although most of the time you will be required to remove any thick or heavy garments, you can usually go through the treatment in a light layer of clothing. It isn’t unusual for the therapist to leave the room during the session for short periods of anywhere between 2 and 6 minutes at a time. This will usually give time to your body to go through the necessary changes that need to occur and respond to them before getting to the next part of the moves.

What you should expect

Bowen therapy isn’t considered an ongoing treatment. A first session should be enough for an individual to experience relief and recovery or at least a significant resolution within just three sessions. Things get a little more complex when you’re dealing with a long-standing or chronic condition, or a repeat injury because in these cases, additional treatments might be necessary. If a number of treatments won’t make symptoms disappear, then your best course of action would be to get in touch with your doctor. There are a lot of people that suffer from Parkinson’s Disease or other long-term chronic conditions and find regular Bowen treatments a relieving part of their treatment plan.

Advice after Bowen therapy

Following a Bowen session, your therapist might advise against other types of physical therapy or body manipulation including kinesiology, acupuncture, physiotherapy, chiropractic, or massage, for at least a week. This is to give the body enough time to adjust to this treatment. It is very important to drink enough water before trying this treatment, as fascia responds a lot better when the body is well-hydrated. It is also recommended that you avoid sitting for long periods of time and try to engage in light movement instead, to help your body recover easier.

Final Words

So the Bowen therapy cost will differ considerably based on several factors that include the length of the session, the location, and the practitioner’s level of experience. Expect the average session to cost somewhere between $75 and $200 and keep in mind that Bowen therapy sessions are an investment in your health, so they are surely worth it.

Bowen therapy FAQs

How will you know the Therapist is qualified to practice the Bowen Technique?

Most therapists will have their qualifications displayed in plain sight in their centers. If you believe your therapist doesn’t have the necessary credentials or you have questions regarding their knowledge, just ask them. They’ll surely be happy to tell you everything about this.

How safe is Bowen Therapy?

From newborns to the elderly, the Bowen technique is considered safe for any individual. It is also safe for all musculoskeletal and neuromuscular issues. You should give Bowen therapy a shot regardless of your health issue and age, to have the chance of seeing what it can do for you and its ability to treat your body.