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Randy Frost, Bowen Center Director. Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates from Randy about developments at the Bowen Center.
Advancing Bowen Theory in a Time of Uncertainty
In a period of profound upheaval, clarity, courage, and thoughtful leadership are essential. The Bowen Center remains steadfast in its mission: to develop and disseminate Bowen theory, providing individuals, families, organizations, and communities with a framework to navigate complexity with greater insight and stability.
For decades, Bowen theory has offered a disciplined way of thinking about human relationships—helping people move beyond reactivity to more principled action. At a time when many seek steadiness amid uncertainty, the relevance of this work has never been more evident.
Expanding Access, Strengthening Research
With a strengthened online infrastructure, the Bowen Center is now training more people than ever, ensuring that the principles of systems thinking reach a wider audience. As the challenges of modern life grow more intricate, so too must our capacity to meet them with thoughtful analysis rather than reflexive response.
Meanwhile, the Bowen Center clinic continues its work in Washington, DC, serving under-resourced populations who may not otherwise have access to this support. Through publications and conferences, the Center sustains Dr. Bowen’s commitment to rigorous inquiry—bridging the study of human behavior with the natural sciences in pursuit of a deeper, systemic understanding.
Sustaining This Work Together
This work is only possible through the ongoing commitment of those who recognize its value. Your support enables the Bowen Center to train more leaders, serve more families, and extend the reach of Bowen theory where it is most needed.
At a time when society demands greater resilience and deeper understanding, this work matters. Thank you for being part of it.
The Bowen Center for the Study of the Family is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations are fully tax-deductible as a charitable contribution.
Four Ways to Give
Online
Online credit card donations allow you the option of making your contribution in yearly, quarterly, or monthly payments.
Mail Donation
If you prefer to mail your donation, please download the contribution form.
Stocks and Bonds
The Bowen Center can assist you in making your gift of stocks or mutual funds. For information on seeing that your gift is properly transferred, please contact the Bowen Center by email or by phone at 202-965-4400.
Legacy Gift
Please consider naming the Bowen Center for a charitable bequest in your will. You may contact us at donate@thebowencenter.org or call 202-965-4400.
Your Donation Supports the Following Initiatives
Programs & Events at a Distance
Online Learning & Development Programs and seminars allow the Center to introduce theory and foster professional growth regardless of location. Students in our Introduction to Bowen Theory class and other programs participate from the US and other countries.
Sliding Scale Clinic
The Bowen Center offers members of the community affordable clinical services. Interns and Bowen Center clinicians utilize clinical work to share and expand their own thinking and research.
Scholarships to Learning & Development Programs
Learning programs in Bowen theory encourage the development of clinical work and leadership in Bowen theory. Your contribution helps make programs available to promising professionals who could not otherwise participate.
Spanish Speaking Outreach
To make Bowen theory more available to Spanish speakers for learning, research, and application, the Center has developed a Spanish language website, published Spanish editions of our books, and has created a Spanish study group. Further academic outreach is planned.
Family Systems Journal
Online digital availability and academic indexing allow the journal, now in its third decade, to broaden readership and continue exploration of Bowen theory’s applications to research, science, and clinical practice.
Caskie Research Fund
Your donations help to support initiatives such as the Caskie Research Fund. Each year, an award of $1,000 is given to an individual whose research has helped develop and extend Bowen theory and its applications. To contribute to the fund, please contact The Bowen Center.