Helen Dobra – the heart of Seed of Wellbeing

Helen Dobra is a holistic health practitioner and educator with a Bachelor of Science and over 16 years of clinical experience in the Clarence Valley, NSW.

 She offers face-to-face consultations locally and online sessions worldwide.

Integrating Bowen Therapy, trauma-informed somatic therapies, The Richards Trauma Process (TRTP), Qigong and mindfulness, Helen takes an integrative approach to mind-body health. Her work explores the connections between physical patterns, stress, emotional experiences and nervous system responses, supporting a deeper understanding of the factors influencing wellbeing.

With a foundation in science and extensive clinical experience, Helen works collaboratively alongside medical and allied health professionals to complement conventional healthcare and support positive client outcomes.

A respected educator and leader in her field, Helen produced the multiple award-winning documentary These Two Hands, exploring the history and legacy of Bowen Therapy. She was also co-founder and education coordinator of the Natural Therapy Institute (NTI), contributing to Bowen Therapy education internationally and supporting practitioners in their professional development.

At the heart of Helen's work is empowering people with greater self-awareness, practical skills and resilience to support lasting change. Through her clinical practice and Qigong, which draws on Traditional Chinese Medicine philosophy, she encourages people to reconnect with their natural rhythms, inner resources and innate capacity for wellbeing. As co-founder of Ashara Retreats, Helen also facilitates workshops and retreats throughout the Clarence Valley.