
Borders Bowen Therapy
Gattonside
Scottish Borders
A very warm welcome to Borders Bowen Therapy, Gattonside, in the heart of the beautiful Scottish Borders
BOWEN THERAPY
Relax and unwind from physical tension, slow down a busy mind and move with greater comfort and ease with relaxing, remedial and restorative Bowen Therapy
Bowen’s precise, gentle rolling movements over muscles, ligaments, tendons and fascia, releases muscle tension, improves flexibility and soothes the nervous system
As a qualified yoga teacher, I may add elements of somatic movement, breathwork, guided relaxation and mindfulness techniques into my Bowen sessions for those that are interested
This powerful toolkit of Bowen and Yoga creates a sense of calm and wellbeing, and can support the nervous system
ABOUT
Initially trained as a massage therapist in Scotland in 1993, I treated clients at The Edinburgh Floatarium + various gigs around Edinburgh during the Edinburgh Festival, including at BBC Scotland and The Spiegeltent. My husband and our young family lived in Australia for 16 years, where I discovered Bowen Therapy and Gentle Somatic Yoga(R) which were of profound benefit to my aches and pains and general wellbeing, resulting in me training in both modalities. During our stay in Brisbane, I ran a busy Bowen Therapy clinic in addition to teaching Hatha, Restorative, Yin, Gentle Somatic Yoga(R) and Mat Pilates from various yoga studios on the north side of Brisbane
PAUSE. RESET
My family and I returned home to the Melrose area in 2024. I have a passion for assisting clients with relaxation and nervous system soothing techniques both while being treated and with techniques for use in day to day life. Through deep relaxation, and the powerful but subtle Bowen Technique, I aim to support women through all stages of adult life to feel rested, restored and revitalised
I work from a purpose-built clinic space at the side of my home
Clients from Melrose, Galashiels, Tweedbank, Selkirk, Earlston, Lauder, St Boswells and surrounds will find the clinic within an easy drive
Free on-street parking
BOOKINGS
Please ring me from Monday to Friday on 07884 213543 to arrange your initial appointment
or email me at susie@bordersbowentherapy.com
TERMS & CONDITIONS
A deposit of 25% is taken by bank transfer to secure your booking. Failure to give a minimum of 24 hours notice will result in the deposit being retained by myself. Thank you for your understanding
DISCLAIMER
The Bowen Technique is not intended as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend you consult your own doctor about any health concerns you may have
REVIEWS
Had my third Bowen treatment tonight and the neck feels great. Susie taught me a Somatic yoga exercise last week to help relieve tension in upper body and neck. I can turn my head further now and pain level has reduced. My daughter is a Bowen Therapist but as we’re currently travelling, I booked in with Susie while we’re in the North Lakes area. Bowen is a number of things to me, it’s loosening everything up, it’s almost as if you’re realigning everything to work better and it makes me feel like I’m back in sync. Susie also showed me a Gentle Somatic Yoga movement to help me work on releasing tension in the back of my neck and to treat my Plantar Fasciitis. The exercise has given me more movement in my neck and I feel a difference in plantar fasciitis for a while afterwards. L.M
I have only had a few lessons from you, and I find the technique therapeutic. At age 72 years, and nowadays in poor shape, I find great benefit from participating in an intelligent activity that promises hope. It’s no longer about longevity for me, but far more important today, is my daily quality of life. You targeted exactly the right parts of my aging anatomy. DIANE
Being cradled in the palm of Mother Earth herself is how it felt on Sunday afternoon in our very own Susie Orr’s restorative yoga hot stone retreat. Rosie and Susie took impeccable care of us and it was an incredible reset with warming coco-chai and bliss balls at the end. Thank you Susie. TIAHO
I experienced my first somatic yoga class yesterday with Susie, and I loved it! I feel great today and a niggling hip issue I had, has gone! The class is wonderfully paced, beautifully instructed and I felt safe and supported. I will be back for more! Pamela Thank you so much for the class last Sunday. I enjoyed it so much and the time seemed to fly and what is more I felt so relaxed afterwards that I slept for 3 hours in the afternoon (a very rare occurrence). Sherenne Thanks again for the class - it was amazing. I left the class feeling so light and not tense (for a change), really haven't had that happen in a very long time! The class was great for recharging and for melting away tired and tight muscles - wonderful! MARIA
The subtle changes from Susie's classes are quite magical. You might not understand the subtle shifts that have occurred in the body but they certainly leave a grand impact worthy of an applause. TINA
I highly recommend Susie's restorative yoga classes! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I have done other restorative yoga classes in the past (which essentially involve deep, supported yoga stretches and guided meditation/mindfulness), but Susie's combination of restorative yoga with Bowen and gorgeous essential oils made her class one that I'm really looking forward to repeating on a regular basis. You'll leave Susie's class feeling restful, relaxed, and completely refreshed. Truly zen 🙏 DANA
It was a wonderfully nourishing 2 hrs. A beautiful combination of yoga and Bowen. Sincere thanks. LYN
The thing I like most about the workshop was as a total novice I felt relaxed and felt no pressure from anyone regarding expectation of performance. I think the relaxation came from two aspects, the actual content but also feeling it was ok to ask for assistance if needed. I certainly would recommend it, in fact I already have to one of my neighbours. DONNA
Thank you so much Susie Orr for the beautiful experience l had Saturday morning in the yoga class you held. It was incredibly relaxing and totally cathartic. The gentle experience allowed me to re-engage with sensations of my body. Very much looking forward to the next class when you hold it. LZ
I just wanted to shout out a big thank you. I really believe I’m getting a lot of relief from yoga classes and your time to explain and help me individually too. Today is the third morning I’ve woken pain free in my neck. I don’t remember the last time that’s happened... I’ve SUPed, jogged and swum, (so I haven’t taken it easy whatsoever.!) Thanks so much Susie. AC
