Bowen Therapy Basics
10 Hours CE/CPD | Online Course with John Wilks
Bowen Therapy is a distinctive hands-on approach that uses gentle, targeted movements over muscles and connective tissue to support the body’s natural capacity for change, regulation, and recovery.
Bowen Basics provides a practical introduction to the principles, philosophy, assessment process, and primary procedures of Bowen Therapy for massage therapists, manual therapists, and rehabilitation professionals.
Presented by leading Bowen practitioner and educator John Wilks, this course is designed as an accessible starting point for professionals who want to explore Bowen Therapy and begin integrating its core concepts into their therapeutic understanding.
Course Overview
Across this online CE/CPD course, participants are introduced to the science, philosophy, and practical foundations that underpin Bowen Therapy.
The course explores how Bowen Therapy is understood to work, why the technique is applied in a distinctive way, and how carefully selected Bowen procedures may influence the body’s healing and self-regulating processes.
A strong emphasis is placed on client assessment, helping practitioners recognize subtle cues, understand individual presentation, and choose appropriate Bowen techniques based on the needs of the client.
The course also examines the practitioner-client relationship, including the importance of trust, empathy, communication, and therapeutic presence in supporting effective outcomes.
Supported by video education, course materials, lesson quizzes, online examination, certificate of completion, lifetime access, and subtitles in English, French, German, and Spanish, this course provides a structured introduction to Bowen Therapy for qualified professionals.
What You Will Learn
Topic Focus Bowen Therapy Foundations Understanding the principles, philosophy, and clinical context of Bowen Therapy How Bowen Therapy Works Exploring the science and reasoning behind the technique and its potential effects on the body Client Assessment Recognising client presentation, subtle body cues, and treatment priorities Primary Bowen Procedures Learning the distinctive Bowen moves and how they are applied to muscle and connective tissue Therapeutic Relationship Understanding trust, empathy, communication, and the practitioner-client relationshipCourse Content
The course combines Bowen Therapy theory, assessment principles, practical procedure education, treatment reasoning, and professional communication concepts.
Module Focus Introduction to Bowen Therapy The origins, philosophy, and therapeutic principles of Bowen Therapy Science & Philosophy How Bowen Therapy is understood and why the technique is applied in a distinctive way Client Assessment Assessment principles, client presentation, subtle cues, and treatment planning considerations Primary Bowen Procedures Core Bowen moves and their application to muscle and connective tissue Practitioner-Client Relationship Trust, empathy, communication, therapeutic presence, and professional careWho This Course Is For
This course is suitable for massage therapists, manual therapists, bodyworkers, rehabilitation professionals, physical therapists, physiotherapists, chiropractors, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, exercise professionals, and other qualified practitioners interested in learning the foundations of Bowen Therapy.
It is especially valuable for practitioners who want to explore a gentle, structured, and client-centred therapeutic approach that may complement existing hands-on treatment skills.
About John Wilks
John Wilks is a leading figure in the Bowen Therapy world and an experienced practitioner and educator known for his depth of knowledge, practical teaching style, and long-standing commitment to the modality.
His passion for Bowen Therapy, combined with extensive practical experience and a clear approach to teaching, makes him an ideal guide for practitioners beginning their study of Bowen technique.
In this course, John introduces the principles, procedures, and therapeutic reasoning behind Bowen Therapy, helping students understand both the practical skills and the deeper professional awareness required for effective practice.
Included With This Course
Included Details Video Education Online instruction presented by John Wilks Course Materials Supporting materials covering Bowen principles, assessment, procedures, and professional application Lesson Quizzes Knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning throughout the course Online Exam Assessment included for course completion Certificate CE/CPD certificate following successful completion Lifetime Access Study at your own pace and revisit the material whenever required Subtitles English, French, German, and Spanish subtitles includedCE Finder
This course has been approved for continuing education by numerous professional boards and associations worldwide. Scroll sideways to find your board or association.
Course: Bowen Therapy BasicsApprovals Listed: 61
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10 Alabama Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours
10 Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
10 Alaska Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
10 Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
10 Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Arkansas Board of Massage Approved Hours
10 Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) Approved Hours
10 Australian Traditional Medicine Society Approved Hours
10 Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) Approved Hours
10 Canadian Athletic Trainers Association (CATA) Approved Hours
4 Canadian Massage & Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association (CMMOTA) Approved Hours
10 Certified Registered Massage Therapist Assc (CRMTA) Approved Hours
10 - Primary CEU/CPD Self-Cert Approved Hours
10 Chiropractic Board of Australia Approved Hours
10 College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC) Approved Hours
10 College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick (CMTNB) Approved Hours
5 College of Massage Therapists of Newfoundland and Labrador (CMTNL) Approved Hours
5 College of Massage Therapists Ontario (CMTO) Approved Hours
10 College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) Approved Hours
10 Connecticut Board of Chiropractors Approved Hours
10 Connecticut Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Deleware Board of Massage and Bodywork Approved Hours
10 Distrcit of Columbia Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Florida Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Georgia Board of Massage Therapy *General* Approved Hours
10 Georgia Board of Nursing *General* Approved Hours
10 Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy *General* Approved Hours
10 Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Iowa Board of Chiropractic Approved Hours
10 Iowa Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
10 Kansas Chiropractic Association Approved Hours
10 Maine Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Maryland Board of Massage Therapy Examiners Approved Hours
10 Massage Therapists' Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS) Approved Hours
10 Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage Approved Hours
10 Missouri State Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
10 Montana Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Approved Hours
10 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Approved Hours
10 Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC) Approved Hours
10 Nebraska Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
10 Nevada Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
10 New Hampshire Advisory Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
10 New Jersey Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
10 North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Approved Hours
10 North Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Ohio Chiropractic Board Approved Hours
10 Oklahoma Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Oregon Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved Hours
10 Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Approved Hours
10 Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association (PEIMTA) Approved Hours
10 Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario (RMTAO) Approved Hours
10 South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel Approved Hours
10 South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Approved Hours
10 Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure Approved Hours
10 Virginia Department of Health Professions (Massage Therapy) Approved Hours
10 Washington Board of Massage Approved Hours
10 Washington Board of Physical Therapy Approved Hours
10 West Virginia Massage Licensure Board Approved Hours
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Bowen Therapy Basics
Professional Reviews & Feedback
The reviews below represent feedback provided by students and practitioners through Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me.
★★★★★ 4.8 average rating across reviews collected via Trustpilot, Google Reviews, and Judge.me“John Wilks provides one of the clearest introductions to Bowen Therapy I have encountered. The course was excellent.”
Adelaide M., LMT“The Bowen principles were explained in a way that felt practical, logical, and easy to apply.”
Gareth R., Sports Therapist“An outstanding foundation course. The demonstrations were clear and easy to follow.”
Katarzyna V., RMT“I appreciated how John explained both the philosophy and the practical application of Bowen Therapy.”
Rami J., PT“The course gave me confidence to begin incorporating Bowen techniques into my existing work.”
Marianne K., Massage Therapist“The demonstrations were exceptionally well presented. Every move was explained clearly and professionally.”
Sven E., Manual Therapist“A very enjoyable course that helped me understand the underlying concepts behind Bowen Therapy.”
Aditi P., LMT“John Wilks is an excellent educator. The material was detailed without ever becoming overwhelming.”
Miroslav S., OT“The course balanced theory and practical instruction extremely well.”
Elena T., RMT“I found the explanations around treatment timing and client response particularly valuable.”
Darragh C., DC“This course provided a solid foundation for understanding Bowen Therapy and its clinical applications.”
Samina L., Massage Therapist“The practical demonstrations were excellent and made the techniques feel approachable.”
Henrik H., PTA“A highly professional course with exceptional teaching and production quality.”
Lorena B., LMT“The course helped me better understand how Bowen Therapy fits within a broader rehabilitation framework.”
Nils F., ATC“I appreciated the calm and methodical teaching style. The content was easy to absorb and retain.”
Ruxandra D., RMT“One of the best introductory Bowen courses I have completed. Very practical and clinically relevant.”
Youssef W., Sports Therapist“The material encouraged me to think differently about treatment pacing and client responses.”
Marlene A., Massage Therapist“The course provided a clear framework for understanding Bowen Therapy without unnecessary complexity.”
Takumi Q., PT“John's explanations of the Bowen moves and their intended effects were particularly helpful.”
Cecilia G., Manual Therapist“An excellent learning experience. The course has given me a strong appreciation of Bowen Therapy fundamentals.”
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