Rick
qualified from Leeds in 1992 and has been involved in professional
football in some capacity since. Initially with Stoke City,
Rick has had spells at Crewe Alexandra and Port Vale and is
currently contracted to Chelsea F.C. Rick is a recognised
local specialist to the management of sport injury and acupuncture
trained.
Andrew Leach - Director
Andy is the most senior member
of the team, with over 20 years of experience treating
in the NHS and the Private Sector. Qualifying at the
Royal London Hospital. Andy moved to the Potteries and
worked for 12 years for North Staffordshire Hospitals
where he gained extensive experience treating neck and
back problems, working alongside eminent spinal surgeons
and developing the North Staffordshire Acute Back Pain
Service.
Since then in the Private Sector with Rick he has been instrumental in
developing all clinical specialists and ensuring that all aspects of
the clinics range are second to none.
Alexandra Nelson
-
Senior Physiotherapist
Alex
is a skilled physiotherapist and has worked at the clinic
since 2003. Her previous experience
includes: working with football teams; treating at the
London Marathon; and also treating in GP practices and
NHS hospitals. Alex has a special interest in musculoskeletal
conditions and has completed Post Graduate courses in Acupuncture,
Swiss Ball Rehabilitation Biomechanics, Hydrotherapy, Sports
Taping and Electrotherapy.
Vicky Pearsall -
Clinical Specialist
Vicky
has a wide variety of experience in treating Sports & Work
Related Injuries and the spine. She has a gained this experience
from working in
the NHS and Industry environments. Vicky has completed
specialist courses in Acupuncture, Mulligan Spinal and Joint Techniques
of Mobilisation, Neurological Techniques and Electrotherapy.
Matthew Hawkes -
Senior Physiotherapist
Matt
graduated from The University of Salford in 2004. As an ex-competitive
swimmer he has specialist knowledge of swimming injuries,
especially those at the shoulder joint, which compliment his
excellent assessment and treatment skills. Matt is also our
lead physiotherapist in biomechanical assessment and he has
a very keen interset in fitness training and diet.
Nicola
has achieved a MSC in physiotherapy from Northumbria University,
having previously attained a degree in sport science with
exercise and coaching from NMU. Nicola is an experienced research
physiotherapist and has completed courses in orthopaedic medicine,
sports injury and rehabilitation, sports massage therapy and
acupuncture. Nicola is also a qualified personal injury trainer
offering health exercise.
Sean Vaughan - MICHT MHFST cert ECBS
Complimentary Therapist
Shaun
has been practising therapy for 12 years and had attended
a wide range of courses in Complementary Therapies, dealing
with Total Body Balance, Emotions and Spirit. He specialises
in Sports & Remedial Massage the Bowen Technique, Hydro
Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy.
For more information on our complimentary
therapies click
here.
Gemma Heath
Gemma
is a sports massage therapist who has provided a massage service
to the clinic for the past two years. Gemma has worked for
Stoke City Football Club and currently provides chair massage
for stress management in industry.
Mike Perry -
Massage Therapist
Mike
trained as a Sports Massage Therapist 10 years ago in Birmingham.
He has since taken courses in advanced clinical massage, sports
nutrition,exercise therapy and sports injuries. Mike spent
2 years working with the Great Britain Olympic Cycling team
followed by 4 seasons at Stoke City part time whilst working
within the practice. Mike has a keen interest in endurance
sports and has competed in the World Championships both in
Duathlon and Fell running. Currently Mike is in the process
of finishing his training to become a chartered physiotherapist
at Salford University whilst working at our Esporta clinic
in Stoke on Trent, he is also a recommended practitioner for
UK:Athletics.
Mohamed Sohawon
- Cognitive Beh. Therapist
Mohamed
is accredited by the BABCP (British Association of Behavioural
and Cognitive Psychotherapist) and he is registered member
of the UKCP (UK Council of Psychotherapy). He is also a member
of the BSMDH (British society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis).
He graduated from Liverpool University with a Master Degree
in CBT and he has worked in the mental health field for twenty
four years. He has a wide range of experience working with
clients suffering from anxiety, depression, post traumatic
stress disorder, phobias, travel anxiety, obsessive compulsive
disorder, eating disorder, and body dysmorphic syndrome. He
takes referrals form health care agencies, Solicitors and
Insurance Companies. If you would like to discuss your psychological
difficulty, Mo will be happy to have a chat with you.
Karen Parry (BSCH)
Hypnotherapist
A
fully qualified and experienced hypnotherapist with the British
Society of Clinical Hypnosis. Hypnotherapy can help with the
following: stress and anxiety, stopping smoking, weight control,
fears and phobias, panic attacks, pain control, unwanted habits,
self confidence and much more!!!
The great thing about hypnosis is that it uses the natural
abilities of your own mind to bring about the changes that
you require.
Habitual thought patterns can be changed!
Sarah Rodger
-
Practice Manager
Sarah
has been with the clinic for 5 years and runs the administration
side for all
Combined Therapy Centres. Sarah deals with the enquiries
and delegates bookings to the
correct therapist.
Rick
qualified from Leeds in 1992 and has been involved in professional
football in some capacity since. Initially with Stoke City,
Rick has had spells at Crewe Alexandra and Port Vale and is
currently contracted to Chelsea F.C. Rick is a recognised
local specialist to the management of sport injury and acupuncture
trained.
Andy is the most senior member
of the team, with over 20 years of experience treating
in the NHS and the Private Sector. Qualifying at the
Royal London Hospital. Andy moved to the Potteries and
worked for 12 years for North Staffordshire Hospitals
where he gained extensive experience treating neck and
back problems, working alongside eminent spinal surgeons
and developing the North Staffordshire Acute Back Pain
Service.
Alex
is a skilled physiotherapist and has worked at the clinic
since 2003. Her previous experience
includes: working with football teams; treating at the
London Marathon; and also treating in GP practices and
NHS hospitals. Alex has a special interest in musculoskeletal
conditions and has completed Post Graduate courses in Acupuncture,
Swiss Ball Rehabilitation Biomechanics, Hydrotherapy, Sports
Taping and Electrotherapy.
Vicky
has a wide variety of experience in treating Sports & Work
Related Injuries and the spine. She has a gained this experience
from working in
the NHS and Industry environments. Vicky has completed
Matt
graduated from The University of Salford in 2004. As an ex-competitive
swimmer he has specialist knowledge of swimming injuries,
especially those at the shoulder joint, which compliment his
excellent assessment and treatment skills. Matt is also our
lead physiotherapist in biomechanical assessment and he has
a very keen interset in fitness training and diet.
Nicola
has achieved a MSC in physiotherapy from Northumbria University,
having previously attained a degree in sport science with
exercise and coaching from NMU. Nicola is an experienced research
physiotherapist and has completed courses in orthopaedic medicine,
sports injury and rehabilitation, sports massage therapy and
acupuncture. Nicola is also a qualified personal injury trainer
offering health exercise.
Shaun
has been practising therapy for 12 years and had attended
a wide range of courses in Complementary Therapies, dealing
with Total Body Balance, Emotions and Spirit. He specialises
in Sports & Remedial Massage the Bowen Technique, Hydro
Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy.
Gemma
is a sports massage therapist who has provided a massage service
to the clinic for the past two years. Gemma has worked for
Stoke City Football Club and currently provides chair massage
for stress management in industry.
Mike
trained as a Sports Massage Therapist 10 years ago in Birmingham.
He has since taken courses in advanced clinical massage, sports
nutrition,exercise therapy and sports injuries. Mike spent
2 years working with the Great Britain Olympic Cycling team
followed by 4 seasons at Stoke City part time whilst working
within the practice. Mike has a keen interest in endurance
sports and has competed in the World Championships both in
Duathlon and Fell running. Currently Mike is in the process
of finishing his training to become a chartered physiotherapist
at Salford University whilst working at our Esporta clinic
in Stoke on Trent, he is also a recommended practitioner for
UK:Athletics.
A
fully qualified and experienced hypnotherapist with the British
Society of Clinical Hypnosis. Hypnotherapy can help with the
following: stress and anxiety, stopping smoking, weight control,
fears and phobias, panic attacks, pain control, unwanted habits,
self confidence and much more!!! 
Sarah
has been with the clinic for 5 years and runs the administration
side for all
Combined Therapy Centres. Sarah deals with the enquiries
and delegates bookings to the
correct therapist.
