All our physiotherapists are highly trained and professionally qualified. They are registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health & Care Professions Council.
ANNE KENG MCSP Lead Physiotherapist and Knee specialist
- Doctor of Physiotherapy (hons)
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (hons)
- APPI Clinical Pilates – Equipment (Level 1)
- Lower Limb Rehab Specialist
Anne originally hails from Canada but she lived the bay side dream in Australia for five years before moving to London in 2018. She graduated as a Doctor of Physiotherapy with honours from the University of Melbourne in 2016 and relocated to London to further her adventures.
She has worked in private practice since graduating, treating a multitude of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. She was the team physiotherapist for a National Premier League soccer team as well as an Aussie-rules football team.
Anne has a special interest in treating sports and lower limb injuries, particularly the knee after having torn both ACL’s herself. She completed working a season in Japan as a snow sports physiotherapist.
Anne has a holistic approach to treatment and uses a combination of manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation. She is committed to developing rapport and trust with clients and enjoys promoting a collaborative approach to help them through their rehabilitation and achieve their personal health and fitness goals.
Anne is an avid traveler and is keen to explore all of London’s sights on her bike! She enjoys staying active by playing basketball and climbing the occasional mountain or ten.
HANNAH SHANKS MCSP Senior Physio
- Bachelor of Science in Physiology with Sports Biomedicine (Hons)
- Masters of Science in Physiotherapy
- Member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists
- The Mummy MOT practitioner
- APPI Fully Certified Clinical Pilates with Equipment
Senior Physiotherapist and Women’s Health Specialist
Hannah graduated with a BSc Hons in Physiology with Sports Biomedicine before completing a Masters degree in Physiotherapy from Kings College London in 2013. She is a chartered Physiotherapist with over seven years experience working in Sports and Orthopaedic medicine in a FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence. Hannah’s underlying philosophy is ‘exercise is medicine’, whilst maintaining the traditional hands on approach. Hannah works holistically to treat the body as a whole in order to resolve pain and restore movement, strength and function. This may include a combination of manual therapy, acupuncture, taping, electrotherapy, education and exercise prescription.
Since having her baby in 2017, Hannah has developed a strong interest in Women’s Health Physiotherapy. She is a Mummy MOT Practitioner and is passionate about helping mums recover and achieve their goals from their 6-8 week post natal check and beyond. Having also completed her full APPI Clinical Pilates certification with equipment, Hannah frequently integrates clinical pilates to her rehabilitation programs whereby she is able to help those with musculoskeletal conditions exercise safely and effectively.
In her spare time, Hannah enjoys Yoga, walking her dog and is a bit of a health and fitness fanatic! She thrives off empowering other, loves being by the sea and spending time with family and friends.
SHAUNA TWEEDIE MCSP Senior Physio
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- Lactation Support
Senior Physiotherapist and Lactation support specialist
Shauna is South African and graduated from the University of Cape Town in 2015. She has worked in multiple settings from rural hospitals to private sports practices as well as working with wellness groups within the corporate environment.
She has treated numerous sport’s injuries as well as general injuries linked to our daily activities i.e. neck and back pain, orthopaedic rehabilitation, care of the elderly and blocked ducts/mastitis within women’s health.
Shauna’s skills include hands-on therapy using evidence-based techniques, dry needling, exercise rehabilitation tailored to each individual, as well as massage therapy. She has a keen interest in furthering her knowledge in Pilates and continuously keeping up-to-date with new research.
Shauna recently moved to London with her husband to gain international work and life experience.
She is an active, outdoor person who spends most of her time walking/ running, hiking and traveling.
Shauna has an interest in sports injuries and a passion for helping people overcome their pain and injury to reach their goals.
CARMEN LECH MCSP
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- APPI Clinical Pilates – Matwork (Level 1)
- APPI Clinical Pilates – Ante and Postnatal Pilates
- The Mummy MOT Practitioner
Carmen qualified in 2009, with a BSc Physiotherapy (Hons) from St George’s University, London. Following this she went on to work in patient care across several top London teaching hospitals before starting clinical research into the effects of exercise on lung disease.
Driven by her passion for all things Women’s health, Carmen has additional training in Post-natal conditioning, anti and post-natal Pilates (APPI), and is a Mummy MOT Practitioner. She has a special interest in yoga as medicine, pelvic health, and the menopausal years.
Carmen believes in ageing well and empowering the individual in attaining personal goals and personal health. In her practice she utilises strength and conditioning and breathwork to aid mobility and function.
As a clinician she recognises that pain is multifactorial and the impact that this can have on a person’s life. Her aim is always to improve overall quality of life. She believes in patient-led treatments and the interactive relationship between mental wellbeing and physical rehabilitation.
She uses adjuncts such as myofascial release: scar, remedial, and sports massage to assist in reducing pain and improving functional movement. With a strong belief in the therapeutic benefits of manual therapy she incorporates this skill set, and the importance of education into all treatment sessions. Working hard to support her patients at all times.
Carmen fully supports the individual in achieving personal, relevant goals by providing guidance and support whether it be physical fitness, or a return to activity following injury, illness, or the post-natal period.
She has a good understanding of the importance of lifestyle management and exercise rehabilitation and will incorporate these effectively into your treatment using the full breadth of her expertise.
Whatever your injury or concern, Carmen will provide a thorough assessment and an evidence-based treatment plan, all developed and based on your specific requirements.
When Carmen is not working she’s gardening, raising two small amazing humans, or cycling and exploring the city.
SAMANTHA WILLIAMS MCSP
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- Member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists
- Weight Lifting Coach
- Strength and Conditioning
Samantha is a chartered physiotherapist, who specialises on athletic performance. She graduated in 2012 from the Peninsula Allied Health Professions School in Devon and has since completed 6 years working within the NHS across all key specialities of physiotherapy, alongside an additional 3 years of sports massage.
Samantha provides physio to high-performance athletes across a wide variety of disciplines, including olympic weightlifting for GB and international athletes, rowing, CrossFit, dance, rugby, swimming and boxing (The Royal Artillery Boxing Club).
Her strong strength & conditioning (S&C) background is enhanced by not only working with athletes, but competing against athletes at a national and international level in several sports.
In addition to sports injuries & performance, Samantha has a particular focus on
- Hip and pelvic injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Women’s health and fitness, including progressing back to high-level sport post women’s health physio
- The adolescent athlete
Her speciality also extends to performance coaching for athletes from post-injury rehab to prehab & performance progression.
She is involved in ongoing work to improve the accessibility and safety of S&C for women, and newcomers to S&C. As part of this work, she has hosted an annual female-only charity fitness event for the past eight years.
Samantha also has a foundation qualification in nutrition for health and performance, acupuncture, taping & S&C
Samantha believes that patient understanding & education is key to ensure you make the most out of the rehab and is able to fully support your treatment in the short and long term.
Samantha is registered to the Health Professions Council: Reg No PH101373.
EMMA LONGLEY MCSP
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
- APPI Clinical Pilates – Matwork (Level 1)
Emma is a Charted Physiotherapist from the United Kingdom. She graduated in 2019 from Northumbria University.
She has worked in a busy MSK out-patient setting in an NHS for 2 & 1/2 years, treating a range of conditions including; consultant referrals, chronic pain, MSK conditions, sports injuries, etc. Although this provided her with a broad range of knowledge and skills, she is now seeking to provide higher quality care and an ability to spend more time with patients.
Emma is passionate about treating people holistically and uses a combination of exercise therapy, strength and conditioning, hands on treatment and education. Emma likes to use exercise therapy as a modality to empower others, ensuring a healthy mind and body. She has completed Pilates Matwork Level 1 training with APPI and incorporates Clinical Pilates into her treatment programmmes.
Emma has a special interest in treating chronic pain presentations as she is able to recognise the biopsychosocial factors that can influence the pain experience. She aims to get to the cause of the problem rather than treating the symptoms.
Emma has recently moved to London for the career opportunities but also to enjoy the wonders of city life – exercise classes, great food & music!
KATELIN HORAN MCSP
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (distinction)
- Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience (BSc)
- Foundation for dry needling
Katelin has been the sole physiotherapist within a high school where she assessed, treated, and completed rehabilitation with paediatric clients. She has also been a part of a private orthopaedic hospital team, where she has experience with lower limb operative clients from day 1 post-op. Some of these clients were followed and treated by Katelin from day 1 to discharge one year later (particularly ACL reconstructions!).
Katelin has a holistic approach in collaboration with clients, where the best practice and research is always considered. She practices hands-on treatments like dry needling, joint mobilisations, and massage. She also has a large interest in rehabilitative exercises and general fitness.
Katelin enjoys travel, exploring new places and is excited to see and experience your part of the world! She also has a big interest in the gym (including crossfit and weightlifting), sports, hiking and running.
BRITTANY GARGAS MCSP
- Master of Science in Physiotherapy
Brittany is originally from Canada and completed her BSc in Kinesiology before moving to London three years ago to pursue her dream of becoming a physiotherapist. With a background as a dancer and snowboarder and with a passion for health, fitness and travel, pursuing her physiotherapy degree overseas was the perfect career path.
Prior to becoming a physio, Brittany worked as an Athletic Therapist and Kinesiologist in both private physiotherapy clinics and with several sports teams, including ice hockey, American football and soccer.
Since completing her MSc in Physiotherapy, Brittany has found her passion in MSK work and continues to work with sports injuries including a rugby team in London. Through a combination of manual therapy and exercise, Brittany is committed to helping you reach your rehabilitation goals and get back to doing the things you love.
