Patrick Mohan
I am a Bowen Therapy practitioner and a full member of the Bowen Therapy Professional Association (BTPA).
Following a serious car accident in 1972, I was in great pain and my GP was unable to help me. I tried lots of different therapies to no avail, until I tried Acupuncture which changed my life. This experience altered my whole direction in life and compelled me to help relieve other people'pain. I qualified as an Acupuncturist in 1983 and started my healing journey. Years later I discovered Bowen Therapy which enabled me to treat in the same holistic way using my hands instead of needles. My clients prefer this very relaxing therapy, so I now use Bowen with all my clients
Clinic Details
I work from my home, where I have a comfortable, warm and peaceful therapy room in Burnham on Sea, Somerset.
There is parking directly outside my house and one step to access the entrance.
26 Stoddens Road, Burnham on Sea, Somerset TA8 2NZ
Opening times - Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
Bowen Therapy Clinic
Training
I qualified as a Bowen Therapist at the European College of Bowen Studies in 2001. I keep up to date with ongoing training by attending formal courses, workshops and seminars as well as listening to podcasts and reading health-related articles.
Testimonials from my clients
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
Neck pain leading to migraines & sleepless nights
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
Sleeping, concentrating.
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
I have slept better, the pain is far less frequent, & therefore I've had fewer migraines.
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
2 sessions, 3 weeks apart.
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
I am more relaxed, with less muscle tension & the neck pain, instead of being an almost daily thing (I would wake up with it), has only materialised once or possibly twice a week. Consequently I have slept better & need less medication. I have used Bowen for other reasons before; the most notable was relief from the excruciating pain of a trapped nerve last year.
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1702
Client:
Pat Allchorne
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
Abdominal pain after operation, plantar fasciitis, ankle tightening after operation, knee problems, lower back pain, neck and shoulder tightness, repetitive strain injury in wrist and arm.
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
Living life, walking, turning bending
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
My neck, turning wrist fully
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
not mentioned
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
I have probably had aches and pains in every part of my body - I had no expectation of it working when I had my first session back in 1996. I haven't looked back. Wherever I move I look for a Bowen therapist and can't recommend it highly enough! Tried acupuncture and chiropractors - they don't work - Bowen does!! Trust me - phone Patrick and have a chat, then book to see him and you'll never look back - the feeling of well being can't be beaten - instant results!
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1777
Client:
S Reay
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
I had a very bad back and very bad pain in the muscle in the thigh
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
I couldn't walk without pain, even lying down was painful
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
I can now move freely because of this technique. I still occasionally have trouble but then I have some more treatments.
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
Not listed
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
I now can garden without pain, and I walk the dogs without the terrible spasms I was getting. I myself cannot believe the difference this treatment has brought.
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1778
Client:
Jenny Jones
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
Lower back ache (after 7 months from start of pain), bursitis in right shoulder
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
Back - most things including bending, stretching, gardening, housework. Shoulder - pain when moving arm above the horizontal
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
I have been able to resume most things with great care
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
not listed
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
I have found this a very valuable experience both physically and mentally. The continuous back pain had made me rather depressed, so I was considering having to move house, as I couldn't cope with the garden and didn't want to. These feelings have gone and staying put! The movements performed by my therapist are gentle, and my muscles feel they have been put back where they ought to be. I would use this form of therapy in preference to others, as I have found it more beneficial.
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1779
Client:
Diana Hill
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
Limited neck movement and pain when turning or elevating the head
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
Good nights sleep - turning head without revolving shoulders as well
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
Fully recovered and am now unaware of symptoms
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
not listed
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
My neck has full rotation,making driving more comfortable, and now I am able to change sleeping position without waking up. Do not experience constant nagging pain in every day life. Fell more relaxed and content.
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1780
Client:
Rodney Gilbert
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
Pain in right knee believed to be torn ligament
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
Walking far and going upstairs, plus keeping me awake at night
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
Walking in flat shoes now and I can go upstairs without so much pain
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
not listed
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
Sleeping from day one was better! Even if felt pain in night went back to sleep. So much more relaxed. Still pain in knee and shin but no way near as bad. Before would not even want to go shopping. Lifting still causing some problems as puts weight onto legs but feel things are improving slowly, and nice to sleep restfully at night. Not taking pain killers anymore.
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1782
Client:
Sandra Timberlake
What complaint(s) or symptom(s) brought you to the Bowen Technique:
Right knee replacement was left in agonising pain, shoulder pain, and hip pain.
How did your complaint(s)/symptom(s) affect you?:
I could not walk because of the pain in my right knee, then developed Shoulder pain which was made worse by using sticks. Then my hip pain came back. I was on so many painkillers I could not work or drive very far.
What activities have you been able to resume since receiving Bowen sessions? How has your life been improved?:
When I met Patrick he asked me what I wanted to get out of the sessions and I said if you could just make some of the pain go away I would be happy. I never realised till I got home and went to get out the car that I was able to get out normally. My life certainly improved as I was able to do a lot more. I was not in pain and stopped taking painkillers.
How many sessions have you received (and how often)?:
I started off with 1 session/week for 8 weeks then it went to fortnightly then we tried 3 weeks but it was too soon. I then ended up going monthly, 2 months, then 3.
Testimonial of your Bowen Therapy experience (how have you benefitted?):
I really benefited as I could walk better, I was not on so many painkillers. I could drive further. It certainly gave me back my happiness, which people did notice.
I would be happy to recommend Bowen Therapy to others.
I would be happy to recommend my therapist to others.
Reference:
1805
Client:
Vera Stevens
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Therapies
Bowen Technique
Bowen therapy is a soft tissue remedial therapy that involves the therapist using fingers or thumbs to move over muscle, ligament, tendon and fascia in various parts of the body. This therapy can be effective to help relieve everyday stresses and revitalise the whole person.
Each Bowen therapy session varies according to the particular problems of the client. By focusing on the lower and mid back and legs, the upper back, shoulders and the neck, a sense of wellbeing can be achieved, helping relaxation, aiding sleep – helping to remove everyday stress and anxiety that can make us feel under-par or prevent us functioning at our optimum.
