What people are saying about Bowenwork…
“Having played a high level of soccer my whole life and now at the highest level in college (Division 1) with professional aspirations, my body has constantly struggled with annoying injuries throughout my seasons. I worked with Sheila this past summer and I have seen multiple improvements to my injuries. Previously reoccurring problems to my ankle and back were lessened as a result of Bowen therapy, and I felt a decreased amount of fatigue during the summer season which continued into the college season in the fall. Normally, my injuries would be treated with cupping, TENS, or EMS machines that would only just get me through the season without completely fixing the issue, as my body would struggle to keep up with the demanding schedule, but I feel like Bowenwork is a more long-term solution to my injuries which decreased as I completed more sessions.”
Dominic Laws, age 24, UConn Men’s Soccer Class of ‘21
"As an elite athlete, I've struggled with injuries my entire athletic career. Most recently, I have been having issues in my left shoulder, particularly my bicep tendon. Being a division one swimmer specializing in distance and endurance, I prioritize my physical health to make sure I can be present for all of my training sessions. This has led to many different kinds of physical therapy, including cupping, electric stimulation, scraping, acupuncture, and lots of pain relief medication. I went to Sheila during one of the rough spells with my injury where it was difficult to sleep on my left side without waking up to an aching pain. Bowenwork felt different almost immediately after my session. I was used to my shoulder feeling worse or more sore after treatment, and after Bowen, my shoulder felt relaxed and as if I could have both shoulders at the same height, not with one scrunched up by my ear. I can't wait to get back home and have another session!"
Emma Whall, member of Brown Women's Swimming and Diving Class of '22.
“I have experienced massage, Reiki, and accupuncture. With all three approaches, I enjoyed the relief from discomfort. So when Sheila described Bowenwork to me I was intrigued to how this approach could assist with body healing. After consulting with Sheila about specific chronic pain symptoms, she was able to pinpoint exact spots where she would conduct gentle yet specific movements that released blocked (pooled) energy within my body. I experienced immediate relief from the pain as well as other symptoms I had not discussed (allergy related).”
Janet G., age 52, has MS
“Bowen has been amazing. I wasn’t exactly sure what it was, but was more than happy to give it a chance. My expectations were very low. Happily, I saw many positive responses in my body. I constantly have annoying aches and pains in 75% of my limbs. For the first time, in forever, the morning after my first session with Sheila, my knee didn’t hurt. I didn’t realize how bad it had gotten, until it was gone. She has helped me with my asthma. She has helped with my overall quality of life. The best way I can explain what she does, pretend that you are a car that has been having a little trouble. You are not a mechanic, and don’t know exactly what is wrong but you know where the area the sound is coming from. Sheila is my personal mechanic. I go to see her for a tune-up, and she gets me back on the road.”
Paige V., age 42, former Div I pole vaulter and national arc champion
Parenting…
“I cannot remember the last time I yelled at my child…I have a framework and tools and can find the right one.”
Chrissy W, age 37, mother
What people are saying about mental health coaching…
“Always grateful for the time I spend with you. It always makes a difference. Amazing how much impact executive coaching can have.”
Renée H, corporate executive
“Sheila is a fantastic transition coach. Her perspective and genuine desire to help have made a tremendous impact on my life. She is calm, steady and is always thinking outside the box. Part of my breakthrough moments, where I helped myself, came about through Sheila’s guidance. Give her a chance and you will see for yourself.”
Jeffrey W., age 38, career transition
“I have worked with Sheila 1 on 1 for a period of 2 months. For Sheila to coach a lawyer who thinks has all the answers and is also a life coach was probably challenging at times……for her and for me. But her coaching is so inspiring, relieving, insightful and energizing! She opened up valuable new perspectives on my current situation. Just in a time of one hour I was able to view my situation from a completely new angle, and suddenly see solution of a problem. Coming to her coaching on line sessions was a reward for my mind ,heart and soul. Just like a breath of fresh air on a hot summer day…..”
Andrea Paric Bermanec, age 41, Lawyer and a life coach, Croatia,Zagreb/Egypt,Cairo