Here's what our clients say about us...
I was amazed by my Bowenwork experience with Rebecca. I had had shoulder issues for almost a year, with limited range of motion and chronic pain. After the first session my range of motion was significantly improved and I was 100% better after only 4 sessions. Bowenwork was very subtle and relaxing and it worked amazingly. Thank you, Rebecca, for your care and skill!
- LW, Arundel, ME
- LW, Arundel, ME
Sometimes it pays to complain. After yoga class I was grousing about a sore knee which I self diagnosed as a muscle strain (IT band), and was overheard by Juliet Altham who said, “I can help you!” So I decided to give Maine Bowen a try. I was in the middle of training for trail race, and besides the knee pain was having trouble with hamstrings and calf muscle pulls.
In our first session, Juliet explained the concept. Developed by Australian Tom Bowen, the idea is to use a treatment that (to me) seems like a cross between acupressure and massage to stimulate fascia and promote the flow of fluid through the lymphatic system, thereby helping the body heal itself. The technique is generally quite gentle and subtle, though firmer pressure is used from time to time. After my first visit, I noticed a difference right away, and felt much less discomfort running. I immediately signed up for a series of five sessions, and have been going since. Most of my muscle soreness has disappeared, and the knee pain is gone. As an unexpected bonus, an injured finger which has prevented me from playing guitar for some years has suddenly become more mobile. I am enjoying playing again, and hope for further improvement!
The Bowen technique is not recognized in all quarters, but after my own experience you can be sure I’ll be continuing the treatments and will look forward to smooth running and more music in my future!
- DJ, Kennebunkport
In our first session, Juliet explained the concept. Developed by Australian Tom Bowen, the idea is to use a treatment that (to me) seems like a cross between acupressure and massage to stimulate fascia and promote the flow of fluid through the lymphatic system, thereby helping the body heal itself. The technique is generally quite gentle and subtle, though firmer pressure is used from time to time. After my first visit, I noticed a difference right away, and felt much less discomfort running. I immediately signed up for a series of five sessions, and have been going since. Most of my muscle soreness has disappeared, and the knee pain is gone. As an unexpected bonus, an injured finger which has prevented me from playing guitar for some years has suddenly become more mobile. I am enjoying playing again, and hope for further improvement!
The Bowen technique is not recognized in all quarters, but after my own experience you can be sure I’ll be continuing the treatments and will look forward to smooth running and more music in my future!
- DJ, Kennebunkport
I had Juliet work on my 12yr old son after he suffered concussion and was still experiencing severe symptoms a couple of weeks out. On the day she saw him, he was incredibly nauseous and had a bad headache. He felt so sick, he couldn't eat or really drink anything and didn't want to talk to anyone. Juliet traveled to our home to see him because we didn't want to move him and after a short session he responded very well. He fell sound asleep after she left and woke up feeling much better. His nausea and headache had dissipated dramatically and he was able to talk, eat and drink. Her concern and compassion for his well being and willingness to be flexible in treating him made all the difference. I feel that Bowen therapy definitely jumpstarted his healing process. I can't thank Juliet enough. I would definitely recommend Bowen therapy for anyone who has suffered a concussion.
- HB, Kennbunkport
- HB, Kennbunkport
After suffering chronic pain for over a decade from a head-on car accident by a drunk driver, I finally found some relief from Bowen. My chronic muscle spasms, fatigue and dizziness have all shown marked improvement since getting treated by Maine Bowen practitioners. My general state of well being has greatly improved and I can't recommend it enough. Thank you!
- SL, Cape Porpoise
- SL, Cape Porpoise
Exhausted, depleted, stiff, anxious, sore. To say I was seeking out refuge from my symptoms is an understatement. Cranial sacral, Dr.S, reiki, polarity, Chinese medicine, diet changes, exercise, sunshine, research, fasts. YUP, tried them all and more. Most helped but eventually the symptoms returned. Went to a wellness center's open house and on the walls were sign up sheets for various body works. Being late all were filled except for Bowen - only one space left for the very end of the evening - 15 minutes, that's all I get. "Okay" I said, scribbled my name on the last blank line, slid down the wall and sat outside the door waiting, reading the description.
That first treatment lasted 10 minutes. In the first 5, my flight, fight, flee response to life subsided. I could breathe deeply. The voices raging inside my head grew quiet. The stiffness became fluid. I left feeling a centered calmness not known for YEARS. The next day I called for an appointment. With each consecutive treatment not only did my physical self noticeably begin healing but my mood lifted, and my energy raised a bar above ground level. "Finally" I said.
After each session my body forced rest, a settling down, settling in. Over the course of several days I found myself maintaining longer runs, longer work days, evenings out, early morning bike rides pain free - physically and emotionally. Living became easier. "Thank you" I said.
- WJ, Biddeford
That first treatment lasted 10 minutes. In the first 5, my flight, fight, flee response to life subsided. I could breathe deeply. The voices raging inside my head grew quiet. The stiffness became fluid. I left feeling a centered calmness not known for YEARS. The next day I called for an appointment. With each consecutive treatment not only did my physical self noticeably begin healing but my mood lifted, and my energy raised a bar above ground level. "Finally" I said.
After each session my body forced rest, a settling down, settling in. Over the course of several days I found myself maintaining longer runs, longer work days, evenings out, early morning bike rides pain free - physically and emotionally. Living became easier. "Thank you" I said.
- WJ, Biddeford
Over the years Juliet has helped me with my shoulders, back pain, pelvic pain, migraines…..you name it! Sometimes the pain has been so severe that even the thought of being touched is almost unbearable. With her gentleness and calm demeanor, she always makes me relax so I can receive her treatment.
Even more than the physical problems, she has helped me when my nervous system “shuts down” due to stress, trauma or depression. She is able to take me to a place of total and complete relaxation, a place where I can heal. I often think of it as going from a constant fight and flight mode to a place filled with peace and sunshine.
For each treatment I receive it takes my mind and body a shorter time to get to that place of healing, as if it remembers.
- IJ, Kennebunkport
Even more than the physical problems, she has helped me when my nervous system “shuts down” due to stress, trauma or depression. She is able to take me to a place of total and complete relaxation, a place where I can heal. I often think of it as going from a constant fight and flight mode to a place filled with peace and sunshine.
For each treatment I receive it takes my mind and body a shorter time to get to that place of healing, as if it remembers.
- IJ, Kennebunkport
Juliet has worked on my rebellious frame a number of times. When little aches accumulate, an hour on her table turns them to butter. When my alignments go wacky, her treatments render my body sane again. When my intellect gets fussed with overcomplicating, her ministrations return me to calm and focus. Recently I suffered an agonizing bout of sciatica that had me bedridden for days. Within a few days of a Bowen session, her skills had me mobile, on the way to pain-free activity. Thank you, Juliet.
- MT, Kennebunkport
- MT, Kennebunkport
I had never heard of Bowen until it was suggested to me at a time when my health was causing me a lot of stress and dead ends with traditional medicine. I was skeptical as I had tried various other forms of alternative medicine and therapy with little result. I found to my surprise that Bowen was not only extremely gentle and relaxing, but worked surprisingly fast to help resolve my issues. In just a few sessions I was able to see strong results that have stayed with me. Not only that, but Bowen worked well for my nine year old who was having abdominal migraines that would not respond well to conventional treatments. It offered her immediate relief in one session. I highly recommend Bowen for a refreshingly simple and non- invasive approach to wellness.
- SG, Kennebunkport, ME
- SG, Kennebunkport, ME
Juliet has the most wonderful, nurturing presence. I always feel relaxed and cared for during my Bowen treatments.
- ES, Kennebunk
- ES, Kennebunk
Juliet, you've got the magic touch in those fingers! You've healed my knee, helped my children through their concussions and broken bones, and you consistently provide a restful, yet rejuvenating, whole body experience. Thank you!
- LJ, Kennebunkport
- LJ, Kennebunkport
