ScarWork Training for Therapists
Light-touch, fascia-based, CPD-accredited training by Body in Harmony.
What is ScarWork?
ScarWork is a gentle, effective method for treating scar tissue — developed by Sharon Wheeler and taught worldwide. It uses specific, light touch techniques designed to regenerate mobility, improve appearance, and restore sensation in and around scars. Clients often report lasting change and emotional release, making ScarWork a powerful addition to your therapeutic toolkit.
Because the fascia of the body is continuous, without layers, connecting all structures, limbs, organs, etc together, it is inevitable that a scar in one part of the body, as it tensions the fascia that surrounds it, can and usually will create a cascade of disruption throughout the body, to a greater or lesser extent. Thus, you may experience pain or limited mobility in your left shoulder – would you naturally suspect that the scar on your right foot might be contributory? Here at Body in Harmony Training, we teach our students to think ‘full body’, looking at compensation patterns and reduced mobility in the context of the scarring.
The essence of this is – if a client has moderate or severe (or sometimes even minor) scarring and associated adhesions, you as a therapist MUST address that issue to have any hope of permanently rebalancing the body and restoring normal structure.
Who This Course Is For
Entry Requirements
What You’ll Learn
Over the course, you’ll explore:
- The principles and theory of ScarWork
- Practical, hands-on techniques for treating various types of scars
- Working safely with post-operative, traumatic, and burn scars
- Enhancing tissue mobility and nervous system response
- Understanding emotional responses to scar release
- Adapting your approach for different client needs and bodies
You’ll leave with the confidence to integrate ScarWork into your existing practice straight away, as soon as you have notified your insurer of your new skill.
Course Format & What’s Included
- In-person training over four full days
- Small group size
- Mixture of theory, demo, supervised practice, and Q&A
- Printed course manual and certificate of attendance
Course Dates & Locations
ScarWork training runs regularly in:
Berkshire (Reading/Windsor area)
London (West & North)
Ireland (various locations)
International courses on request
A magical, enlightening experience. You’ve opened up my mind to so much! I felt so safe in your hands and as though it was meant to be. I can’t believe the difference to the scars and the way I feel after each treatment. I am so grateful to you, thank you. Victoria, ScarWork model
I was very excited about this course as I feel it works hand in hand with my other modalities. I have benefited immensely from the invaluable knowledge and experience you have Jan, that will undoubtedly benefit myself and my practice. Thank you. ScarWork student
As a manual therapist to have gained the working knowledge of scars will immensely improve the results of my sessions. Thank you Jan. Micky Frackleton, ScarWork student
Working on the epidural site was an inspiration – instant relief! ScarWork model.
Cannot express how excited I am to begin bringing this work to my practice and share the benefits with my clients. Experiencing and witnessing this work has been quite miraculous, opening a whole other door to my understanding of the body and its innate ability to heal. Anna McLeod, student.
I feel so refreshed in my thinking as a practitioner, the answers to many of my questions have finally been answered. Nicola Stewart, student
I found the course very inspiring. The work is broader and deeper thank I ever expected. I’m excited to begin my journey of ScarWork and bring this huge benefit to my clients and future clients. Thank you! Indy River, student
I found the course enlightening, informative and enhancing all my existing skills. I would recommend to anyone working with fascia, actually anyone who works in bodywork it’s a must. Pawel Wiacek, student.
It has opened up new possibilities and ways of working, and more importantly ways of thinking about the body. Lots of opportunity to practice, ask questions and reinforce what is learned. A. Tisdall, student.
Four full days (usually 10.00 – 18.00).
No — just a hands-on therapy qualification, minimum level 3 in Anatomy and Physiology, and one year’s experience as a full-time hands-on therapist.
Yes. Certificates of attendance are provided and widely accepted for CPD points.
Yes. The course is highly practical and designed to support integration into your current practice.
Yes — taught with permission and integrity by experienced trainers globally, including Jan Trewartha.
Ready to train in ScarWork?
Join one of our upcoming courses and start using ScarWork in your practice.
Questions? Contact us here.