From Navy Commander and ship Captain to Professional Bowen Practitioner

Navigating the complexities of the distressed human body — without a lifejacket!

EMBARKING ON A NEW PATH

After dedicating 20 years to the Navy, including commanding a warship, I embarked on a new voyage as a Bowen Practitioner. Despite no prior bodywork experience, I dove into this profession, completing my training which was focused primarily on just sequences and technique. 

I began by tackling challenging cases like Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue, learning the importance of Observation, Assessment, Client Communication and Client Education through a self-learning process.

COLLABORATING AND INNOVATING — RAISING THE PRACTITIONER PROFILE

My innovative techniques caught the attention of a seasoned Medical Doctor, leading to a decade-long collaboration. During this time, I helped patients avoid surgeries and addressed complex cases, continuously seeking ways to improve clients' daily lives.

I developed a Parkinson's Protocol utilizing an Exercise Induced Endorphin High approach, which resulted in a book being written about our work, showcasing the potential for combining modalities to achieve even better outcomes.

SHARING KNOWLEDGE AND FOSTERING PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Recognizing the significance and importance of Continuous Learning and Professional Growth, I created and taught a comprehensive 40-week, 1000-hour Bowen Diploma program. Three of my initial graduates went on to take over my work in the Medical Doctor's office, a testament to the program's effectiveness.

After retiring and relocating to Mexico, I continued to share my knowledge, running the Diploma program two more times.

ADVANCING THE COMMUNITY

Throughout my Bowen career, I attribute much of my success to a commitment to constant study and self-improvement -- EDUCATION CONTINUES BEYOND the CLASSROOM.  

In support of the Professional Growth through Continuous Learning paradigm, I developed an online Book Library, making valuable material more widely available to the Bowen community.  The goal being to enable us to collectively achieve more and serve a greater number of people across a broader range of conditions. 

BOWEN RESEARCH, COMMUNITY and COLLABORATION will be folded into the platform hosting the Book Library. 

By completing an eighteen-month study on the efficacy of High Dose Thiamine in treating Parkinson's Disease, I aim to impact the wider health community.