About Our Team

Member of McTimoney Chiropractic Association (registration: 01563) and Advanced Proficiency Rated Activator Methods

My journey into chiropractic began in my thirties, after injuring my back when sailing. It was then, as a chartered accountant, that I started to learn the science of musculoskeletal injuries and how to regain and safeguard a healthy spine. I reached my forties and began to look for something more from working life; chiropractic offered me the opportunity to learn a new skill, work with people, and give something back to my community. Since qualifying in 2001 as a chiropractor, I’ve offered my skills to the widest possible range of patients. Still, only a small percentage of people are aware of the benefits of chiropractic, and my aim continues to be increasing awareness and understanding of what we do. When I’m not working you’ll find me acting, walking, cycling and jive dancing.

I qualified from Plymouth University with distinction in 1995 before spending over ten years working as a podiatric surgical team member with the NHS in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, where I specialised in biomechanics, rheumatology and diabetes. I now have an established practice in Truro and have been a visiting practitioner to the Cornwall Chiropractic Clinic since March 2009.

As well as offering general chiropody treatments for nails, corns, callous and verrucas, I am able to offer more specialist treatment for biomechanical problems which may be the source of pathologies such as metatarsalgia (forefoot pain), plantar fasciitis (heel pain), shin splints, overuse syndromes, patellofemoral dysfunction (knee pain), hip and back pain.

I have a lot of experience working with people with diabetes and rheumatological conditions and am able to offer treatment, advice, education and screening. I have a multidisciplinary approach to treatment and liaise closely with colleagues at the clinic in Hayle.

Working with A System of Natural Healing Techniques

After more than ten years working in management, I made the decision in late 2003 to change my career direction and become a holistic therapist; this reflected a growing vocation to formalise a lifelong journey into alternative medicine and lifestyle.

After an introductory V.T.C.T. Diploma in Holistic Therapies, I completed a diploma in hypnotherapy as well as a lecturer and assessor qualification. I also trained as a Usui and Karuna Reiki Master®, completed Reiki teacher training.

After my own initial private clinic between July 2005 and January 2009, I moved to Cornwall and since June 2009, I’ve been practising at the Cornwall Chiropractic Clinic, in Reflexology,  Aromatherapy, Deep tissue and Soft tissue Massage, Indian Head Massage, Healing, Nutrition Advice and Hypnotherapy.

As a Hypnotherapist and Holistic Therapist for the past 16 years, I treat each person with a deep sense of understanding and care. It has been a privilege and I have deepest gratitude in being able to assist clients deal with life-changing experiences.

Being qualified as an IIHHT (International Institute of Health and Holistic Therapies), a member of PACT (Professional Association of Clinical Therapists) and FHT (Federation of Holistic Therapists), I undergo continuing professional development at a clinical practice.

I was first drawn to sports massage therapy not through sport, but through seeing the huge benefits of deep tissue massage in increasing and maintaining range of movement for my daughter who has cerebral palsy. I have become increasingly sure that noticing how your body is moving and being aware that what you do affects your posture, and taking steps to correct that, can not only reduce injury but have a positive effect on every aspect of health.

Since qualifying, I’ve treated people with conditions ranging from sports injuries to physical disabilities, lower back pain to post-operative knee and hip problems, headaches to sciatica, aching shoulders and legs. I’ve worked at various high profile sporting events including the London Marathon and the Deloitte ‘Ride Across Britain’ cycle ride.

My massage practice was developed alongside working in the circus as an aerialist. My worldwide work and travel enabled me to experience and train in various disciplines from learning Thai massage in the mountains, ancient Chinese techniques and more recognised Deep Tissue Swedish massage.

Studying at the highly regarded Sue Read Academy of Body Mechanics at degree level has been a fantastic part of my latter training. This has developed my advanced anatomy knowledge and very effective sports and fascial release massage techniques which is what I use here in clinic. My treatments use various hands on techniques and assessment of the mechanics of the body with supporting physio advice and kinesiology taping if needed. I believe sports massage is for any ‘body’ that is in need of better function and ease of movement as well as injury rehabilitation.

Alongside Clinic I am also part of the collective South West Body Mechanics supporting ultra-marathons and other extreme sporting. I have had the privilege to provide massage and physio support for events such as Ride Across Britain – 1000 miles by bike, London Marathon and the 100 mile coast path trail event ‘Arc of Attrition’.

MSc (Pre-reg) Physiotherapy, BSc (Hons) Sports therapy – (HCPC No PH119837)

I qualified from university of St Mark and St John in 2013. From there I went on to work in a variety of different areas with rehabilitation; as Sports Therapist at the Cornish Pirates and in the NHS working in Stroke Rehabilitation. In 2019 I graduated from the University of Essex with an MSc in Physiotherapy and since then I have been working as a specialist rotational physiotherapist in the NHS covering; neurological rehabilitation, community and medical physiotherapy.

Throughout my time working in rehabilitation I have facilitated a wide range of patients to recover from illness and improve the quality of  their lives. The basis of my treatment is to understand the nature of their problem and work together to achieve their goals and aspirations.

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Member of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists (member no 25343)

I have joined the practice here at Cornwall Chiropractic Clinic to help with the increased demand in foot health care. I am a Podiatrist/Chiropodist with over 20 years’ experience of treating patients in both the NHS and in my Private practice.

I graduated from the Plymouth School of Podiatry in the early 2000s. I went on to do further study at Postgraduate level, learning about Foot and Ankle surgery in Glasgow and Edinburgh. I have a special interest in diabetes and how diet and lifestyle affect the lower limb, and continue to educate myself in all aspects of the disease. I work holistically by giving patients as much information as they need to take control of their condition. I work in various clinics around Cornwall and Plymouth including this clinic in Hayle on Thursdays.

I was born in Basingstoke and moved to Cornwall with my parents when I was still a child. I moved back to Basingstoke as a teenager where I went to college and studied customer care courses and Business Studies and passed with distinction. I then moved back to Cornwall and worked as a manager at a bridal shop where I also modelled wedding dresses! I now live in Hayle with my partner and fur babies and enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends.

I’ve been working at Cornwall Chiropractic Clinic since 2008 and I am usually the first contact a patient has with the clinic. You’ll always find me helpful and supportive with any questions you might have. I try to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere at the clinic, and am professional and discrete when dealing with patients.

I work at the clinic Monday to Friday and can be contacted by either phone or email.