Mr Michael Thompson

• Podiatrist

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Biography: Michael graduated in 2001 with an honours degree in Podiatry from Glasgow Caledonian University. Gaining a position with Selby and York PCT he developed a great interest in the biomechanical aspect of podiatry and started to work closely with the specialists within the department developing his skills. In 2006 Michael moved to Australia to develop and further his biomechanical knowledge. Taking up positions in both a private practice and in the health service he learnt and practiced a wide range of skills and techniques, including video gait analysis. Working within many multi-disciplinary teams he has regularly worked with the physiotherapists, orthotists and occupational therapists to provide the most effective treatment. In 2008 Michael moved back to the UK and joined the North Somerset Primary Care Team in the role of lead podiatrist in biomechanics, orthotics and musculoskeletal treatments. While working in North Somerset Michael has two roles, working for the Podiatry and the Musculoskeletal interface service. He works closely with the local Orthopedic and Rheumatology departments which have broadened his knowledge and treatment regimes in relation to musculoskeletal problems.

Mr Paul Black

• Practice Therapist

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Biography: I graduated from the British School of Homeopathy in 2008 after completing the four year course. As registered members of the Society of Homeopaths, I provide comprehensive treatment at a competitive price and work in accordance with the Society’s Code of Ethics. I trained as a Bowen Therapist with the European College of Bowen Studies and was awarded my Certificate of Proficiency in May 2010 before becoming a Member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists. My own introduction to homeopathy came after a sports injury prevented me playing competitive squash for three years in the mid 90’s. Following treatment, I returned to playing squash within 5 weeks. As well as using Homeopathy for general health complaints, I also have a special interest in using Homeopathy to support recovery from sports injuries. I am a keen runner and sailor and am often asked for health advice by my fellow club members at Portishead Running Club and Portishead Sailing Club.I have a degree in Psychology and Mathematics. My working career started as a secondary Mathematics teacher and I still do some occasional teaching cover and tutoring. I also spent many years in corporate IT project management and certainly understand the pressures and stresses that these occupations can put on you.

Mr Jason Seaton

• Physiotherapist

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Biography: Jason specialises in the knee and lower body, especially ACL and ligament injuries, as well as anterior knee pain. Further interests include sports injuries and sports specific conditioning.Qualifications:Jason qualified in 1995 with a degree in Physiotherapy and went on to do a diploma in Sports medicine. Experience:Since then Jason has worked in the NHS and with various sports teams including Weston Rugby Club, South West Women’s Hockey League and British Gymnastics as the main Physiotherapist for the Great Britain Sports Acrobatic Team. He provided medical cover for them at various World Championships including the World games in Japan, where he also looked after the Great Britain Tumbling and Trampoline Teams.Jason is a full member of the Charted Society of Physiotherapy as well as completed his Society of Orthopaedic Medicine qualification. More recently Jason has gained his Masters level qualification in Injection Therapy.Jason continues to work full time in the NHS as an extended scope practitioner and part time in the Private sector. He developed an interest in Knees after injuring his own knee back in 1999 which required surgery. After returning back to international competition, Jason started to develop his assessment and treatment skills around the knee. This consequently led to Jason working along Mr Michael Radford, Orthopaedic Consultant knee specialist. Jason has since developed the knee service at Weston General Hospital alongside Mr Radford especially around ligament reconstruction.

Mrs Amanda Smart

• Podiatrist

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Biography: Amanda qualified in 1987 from Cardiff School of Chiropody after 3 years of training. Initially she worked for the NHS in Bristol for 6 years, where she specialised in children's foot health as well as running community clinics. After having her first child she worked for the NHS in Weston. There she worked in both community clinics and in the hospital, covering a wide range of foot problems from nail care to high risk diabetic foot problems.In 2000 she started working in a private practice part-time. She left the NHS in 2005 to work solely in the private sector, which she really enjoys.

Mr Gavin Kelly

• Physiotherapist

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Biography: Gavin specialises in shoulder injuries, and also treats neck and whiplash injuries. Additional interests include sports injuries and sports specific conditioning.QualificationsGavin qualified as a chartered physiotherapist in 2002 and works within the NHS and private sector, specialising in the assessment, treatment and management of shoulder pathologies. He is an injection therapist, leading the WAHT physiotherapy upper limb team and works closely with the trust's orthopaedic consultants. He is also a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and the British Elbow and Shoulder Society (BESS). His experience has enabled him to teach locally with GPs and medics while also presenting nationally at the Royal Society of Medicine’s (RSM) annual sports medicine conference in 2013 where he’s been invited back to deliver further training this year. Experience Gavin is a former judo player competing at both County and National level, where he received an invitation to join the National Judo Squad. He has also worked with Bristol City Football Academy and as a Senior Physiotherapist with ten years experience working in both Orthopaedic and Outpatient settings.Gavin continues to work full time in the NHS as an extended scope practitioners, and part time in the private sector.InterestsGavin regulary competes in all distances of triathlon, focusing on long distance events - completing both Ironman 70.3 and Ironman UK. He is also a keen cyclist and enjoys competing in international cyclosportive events, finishing both La Marmotte (France) and Maratona dles Dolomites (Italy). He enjoys XC mountain biking  and spending time with his two children.

Mr Tony Haworth

• Practice Therapist

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Biography: Tony Haworth has a VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 1, Member of Federation of Holistic Therapies and Guild Holistic Therapists

Dr Rebecca Wilson

• Counsellor

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Biography: Dr Rebecca Wilson is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, providing psychological therapy to adults and older people as a highly specialist NHS practitioner in the South West. Rebecca also offers family work as a qualified systemic practitioner, having trained in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy to intermediate level. Highly specialist neuropsychological rehabilitation for individuals and their families with a diagnosis of cognitive impairment is also available.In addition to her clinical work, Rebecca teaches on the Exeter Clinical Psychology Doctorate and has experience of providing supervision, consultation and training to clinical psychologists and other health care professionals.As a clinical psychologist Dr Wilson is able to draw on a range of therapeutic models according to client suitability and evidence based practices. Approaches include cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), systemic therapy, attachment work, narrative approaches and highly specialist neuropsychological rehabilitation.

Miss Liz Willis

• Counsellor

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Miss Julia Crane

• Counsellor

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Miss Sophie Murray

• Practice Therapist

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Biography: ABOUT SOPHIESophie qualified in 2004 from South East Essex College after 2 years of training. She achieved a triple grade pass level 3. BTEC National Diploma in Beauty Therapy Sciences. The course covered Holistic Therapies including Body Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Indian Head Massage, Nutrition and Sports massage.Sophie set up her own treatment room in 2005 and has spent 7 years building a successful full time business. During this time she achieved further qualifications in Hot Stone Massage, Hydrotherm Massage and Hopi Ear Candling. After recently starting a family she now practices on a part time basis.

Miss Lynda French

• Practice Therapist

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Biography: Lynda practices a combination of the two main styles of acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Five Element. As a Traditional Acupuncturist, she sees pain and illness as signs that your health is out of balance. The underlying principle of her treatment is to restore this balance and trigger your own natural healing response. Her approach sees the physical, mental and emotional aspects of life as interdependent and so you are likely to notice improvements in your general health as well as in your main complaint. Lynda uses a number of diagnostic methods to build a complete picture of your health and lifestyle.  After taking a full medical history, reading your pulses and looking at your tongue she will develop your personal treatment plan.  At follow up appointments, Lynda combines your feedback with her observations and re-examines your pulse and tongue to continue your treatment.  Sterile, single-use, disposable needles that come in sealed packs are always used.  They are much finer than those used for injections and blood tests and when they are inserted you may feel a tingling sensation or a dull ache.