ABOUT US
Liz Shaladan
Chartered Physiotherapist
Liz Shaladan
Chartered Physiotherapist
Liz Shaladan is a Specialist Chartered Physiotherapist and brings huge experience within the National Health Service and within Private Hospitals. Liz initially studied Physiology and Pharmacology and worked in Research, prior to completing a Physiotherapy Degree and Masters of Science at Southampton University.
After graduating, Liz worked in several NHS hospitals in South England within Respiratory rehabilitation, Neurology, Orthopaedic rehabilitation and in Musculoskeletal treatment Centres.
Liz went on to specialise in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy with a keen interest in neurodevelopmental and complex neurological conditions in children and adults.
Liz has worked as a spinal specialist working within teams of orthopaedic consultants and also within biomechanical labs investigating gait dysfunctions associated with back pain and compensatory disorders.
Liz has developed a passion for movement and neuromuscular techniques in her treatment modalities for children and adults. Liz specialises in neurodevelopmental assessment, dyspraxia assessment, development of implicit control in the development of proprioception, supporting co-ordination tasks, chronic pain and spinal pain.
When Liz is not doing this her other passion is developing and setting up new services. Liz has set up Gait Labs, Strength and Conditioning suites, Hydrotherapy services as well as services to aid Dementia patients and those with chronic and neurological pain. Liz also provides consultancy work and has set up community services, multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams within neurological rehabilitation and care home rehabilitation teams to reduce frailty
Pawel Janiszewski
Chartered Physiotherapist
Pawel Janiszewski
Chartered Physiotherapist
Pawel Janiszewski is a fully qualified and registered Chartered Physiotherapist. He graduated in Wroclaw, Poland in 2010 with a Masters degree in Physiotherapy.
Initially Pawel worked for various private healthcare clinics gaining valuable clinical experience and enhancing his skill set, allowing him to become a lead physiotherapist. Alongside this Pawel was the Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Massage course lecturer for a renowned Private Medical Massage Academy. This also involved clinical supervision of physiotherapy students.
On moving to the UK, Pawel had been practising privately within a busy London clinic before joining the team at Active Solutions. He has always been interested in the functional physiotherapy of patients with orthopaedic, neurological and post surgical dysfunctions. He focuses on integrating manual therapy with the most appropriate education and preventative exercise based rehabilitation to get the best possible results for all of his clients.
Jacky Hewson
Chartered Physiotherapist
Jacky Hewson
Chartered Physiotherapist
Jacky is an experienced Chartered Physiotherapist who joined us in 2020 after emigrating from South Africa, where she ran her own private practice for 13 years specialising in neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy. Before that she worked for a dynamic physio practice treating sports injuries, post-operative neurosurgery and all kinds of joint and spinal disorders.
Jacky loves finding and unraveling the root causes of where her patient’s problem is originating from. Having had foot, hip and hand surgeries herself (fully recovered and restored through correct and specialist rehabilitation), she understands her patient’s desperate need to return to optimal health, wherever they are at. She also has a teaching role in Active Solutions where she provides specialist in-service training to the team. Her skills include dry needling, taping, myofascial release, spinal and joint mobilisations, expert biomechanical assessment and correction,tempero-mandibular joint (jaw) treatment, massage and functional exercise rehabilitation.
Leanne Harvey
Chartered Physiotherapist
Leanne Harvey
Chartered Physiotherapist
Leanne is a fully qualified and registered Chartered Physiotherapist, graduating from Southampton University in 2007.
On graduation, Leanne worked in the NHS mainly treating musculoskeletal outpatients with further rotations in pelvic health.
After 6 years working in the NHS, Leanne moved on to working in busy private physiotherapy clinics in London, specialising in treating runners and gait assessments.
Leanne then furthered her career working in private hospitals, treating musculoskeletal outpatients as well as post-surgery rehabilitation.
A qualified Iyengar Yoga teacher, Leanne has been practicing yoga for over 7 years.
Leanne has a keen interest in correcting gait and biomechanics, improving strength and flexibility, particularly with lower limb or back problems. Leanne does Acupuncture treatment as well as hands on treatment.
Jenny Lynch
Chartered Physiotherapist
Jenny Lynch
Chartered Physiotherapist
Jenny gained her Physiotherapy degree from the University of East Anglia in 2005.
She obtained a wealth of experience in a number of well renowned NHS Hospital and Community Trusts working alongside specialists in musculoskeletal conditions as well as orthopaedics and pain management.
In 2014 she moved into the private sector running a gym based clinic, setting up Pilates classes, undertaking a Masters module in Rehabilitation and Exercise as well as treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal, biomechanical and orthopaedic conditions.
Jenny is currently undertaking an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice.
She enjoys incorporating a variety of manual techniques including acupuncture and taping to compliment a rehabilitative programme allowing patients to make the best recovery.
Jenny has a particular interest in treating sports and running related injuries. Her area of special interest is the foot and ankle.
In her spare time she has two young children to keep her busy, volunteers for the Scouts and is a keen runner.
Maria Sardenburg
Chartered Physiotherapist
Maria Sardenburg
Chartered Physiotherapist
Maria is a Chartered Physiotherapist who graduated in Brazil in 2004. She gained her experience in healthcare practices before running her own private clinic treating patients with various musculoskeletal disorders.
Maria joined the Active Solutions team more than 3 years ago and since then has completed a masters module at Essex University.
She really enjoys helping people get back on their feet through soft tissue release, joint mobilisation, acupuncture and exercise rehabilitation.
Nikki Simpson
Chartered Physiotherapist
Nikki Simpson
Chartered Physiotherapist
Nikki is a fully qualified and registered Chartered Physiotherapist. She graduated from the University of the West of England in 2004.
She had a wide range of experience working as a physiotherapist within NHS and Private Hospitals before deciding to specialise in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy which she has now worked in for over 17 years.
Nikki has special interests in treatment for patients with osteoporosis and hypermobility disorders, and rheumatological conditions. She has a vast amount of experience in Orthopaedic conditions, pre and post operative rehabilitation, sports injuries, and acupuncture treatment. Nikki is also a fully accredited and experienced APPI Mat work Pilates Instructor and integrates this speciality within her physiotherapy treatments.
Nikki recently gained her Masters level Post Graduate Certification as a First Contact Practitioner in Musculoskeletal conditions and assesses patients within our NHS service as an experienced First Contact Practitioner.
Outside of work she has a keen interest in running, gymnastics and swimming alongside a busy family life with her two boys.
Nataliia Zaderiaka
Chartered Physiotherapist
Nataliia Zaderiaka
Chartered Physiotherapist
Nataliia is a fully qualified and HCPC registered Physiotherapist graduated from St George’s University of London.
Having worked as a carer and a Pilates instructor for many years she is passionate about helping people maintain their health and fitness.
After graduation Nataliia worked for the NHS gaining a variety of skills in general and neuro-rehabilitation.
She completed training in sports massage and taping to further enhance her treatment techniques.
Liz Earle
Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
Liz Earle
Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
Liz Earle is a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in Pelvic Health who also has interests in musculoskeletal, vestibular physiotherapy and is Vodder level 3 trained in manual lymphatic drainage. Liz has also undertaken training in APPI Pilates and acupuncture and has been able to apply these skills within all aspects of her physiotherapy practice.
After graduating from Brunel University in 2006, she then worked in the local NHS before moving to Princess Margaret hospital in 2011 where she worked as a physiotherapist until 2022. She started working at Active Solutions in 2022 and is loving her time working with an excellent team of clinicians who are each able to support each other in getting their patient’s the best possible outcomes.
Liz has always lived in the local area and enjoys getting out into the Great Park with her family and dog. She also volunteers as a befriender for Berkshire SANDs.
Pelvic Health
Liz’s interest in pelvic health physiotherapy started while working in the NHS in 2009. She completed her post-graduate women’s health training with the pelvic, obstetric and gynaecological physiotherapy society (POGP) in 2016, and continues to add new skills and treatment options to her repertoire with regular courses. She has extensive experience treating a wide range of uro-gynaecological complaints from stress urinary incontinence, urgency, prolapse, bladder pain syndrome, vaginismus and antenatal and postnatal musculoskeletal problems (including pelvic girdle pain, diastasis).
She attends regular pelvic health research updates to keep informed of all the latest treatment options. She has advanced her skills to be able to utilise acupuncture to help treat pelvic health issues including menopause hot flushes (especially helpful for those ladies who can’t use HRT), bladder urgency and pelvic girdle pain. She is also looking to set up a pessary clinic at Active Solutions in 2025 in order to assist ladies with pessary options that can help with the treatment and long term support of prolapse issues.
She is also able to use these pelvic health skills to treat male patients issues including those suffering with bladder and bowel dysfunctions, assistance with recovery from prostate surgeries and help with male pelvic pain issues. She has also been able to utilise acupuncture to help with men struggling with hot flushes following prostate cancer hormone treatment.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Liz became a registered manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) specialist in August 2021. Her interest in this area came from seeing her mother go through breast cancer treatment many years ago and her ongoing fear of developing lymphoedema. She also had a close friend who developed primary lymphoedema in her 30s and was shocked at the level of poor understanding on the condition.
She completed a level 3 Vodder training, the highest level of specialist training in MLD. This enables her to treat medical conditions such as primary and secondary lymphoedema. She has worked closely with the oncologists at a local private hospital to treat their patients who are suffering with lymphoedema following cancer treatment. She has also been able to use her acupuncture skills to treat those who are experiencing hot flushes due to their cancer medication or due to being placed into menopause by their treatment (this treatment can also be used by menopausal patients who are experiencing hot flushes symptoms). She is also trained to use kinesiology tape to help reduce swelling.
As part of her Vodder training she has also developed an understanding into compression garments and is able to liaise with GP surgeries to advise them on the correct garments to order (many of which are on prescription) for their patients.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Liz completed her physiotherapy vestibular rehabilitation training in 2016. She has worked closely with audiologists and consultants within the Windsor ENT clinic to support their patients to return to full function following BPPV, PPPD and other vestibular conditions.
This treatment may be through the administration of the Epley and Semont manoeuvres or by using acupuncture and exercises. The exercise programs assist to reduce each patient’s sensitivities to different movements and to address any balance issues they may be experiencing in conjunction to their vestibular issues.
Pia Lobalsamo
Chartered Physiotherapist
Pia Lobalsamo
Chartered Physiotherapist
Pia is a senior physiotherapist originally from Italy, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science and a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy. She is also a certified Yoga Teacher, specialising in the integration of physiotherapy and yoga therapy to offer a holistic approach to rehabilitation and wellness.
With a particular focus on the management and treatment of neck pain, Pia combines evidence-based physiotherapy techniques with yoga and targeted exercises. This integrated approach allows her to help clients restore mobility, improve posture, and enhance their overall well-being. By addressing both physical and mental health, Pia creates personalized treatment plans that promote long-term recovery and overall health.
Pia is currently working towards becoming a First Contact Practitioner (FCP), a qualification that will further expand her skills to provide expert assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions at the first point of contact within primary care settings.
Outside of her professional work, Pia is passionate about leading an active lifestyle. She enjoys yoga, cycling, running, and both functional and weight training. Her personal commitment to fitness not only supports her own well-being but also deepens her understanding of the physical challenges her clients face, enabling her to offer empathetic and effective care.
Dedicated to continuous professional development, Pia strives to empower her clients to achieve their health and fitness goals through a balanced, integrated approach to care, ensuring the best outcomes for their physical and mental well-being.
Niall Cowie
Chartered Physiotherapist
Niall Cowie
Chartered Physiotherapist
Niall graduated from university in Edinburgh in 2024, balancing his studies with a four-year career as a nursing assistant within NHS Scotland. During this time, he also worked in an orthopaedic unit specialising in elective joint replacement. With a strong passion for Physiotherapy, Niall has particular interests in Cystic Fibrosis, Musculoskeletal care, and Paediatrics. Having recently relocated to Berkshire, he now contributes his skills to our community team as part of a multi-disciplinary assisted discharge service while supporting patients in their transition from hospital to home.
Jack Whittock
Chartered Physiotherapist
Jack Whittock
Chartered Physiotherapist
Prior to becoming a chartered physiotherapist, Jack had a background in the fitness industry as a personal trainer and swimming instructor which gave him a strong foundation in understanding movement and rehabilitation. He is passionate about providing patient-centred care; taking the time to listen, understand the individual patient’s goals, and tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs. Jack has a particular interest in treating sports injuries and supporting people on their journey back to full health and confidence.
Jack graduated from St Mary’s University and is registered with the HCPC and CSP. He also holds additional qualifications in sports massage and hydrotherapy.
On a personal level, Jack is very active playing football, swimming and training in the gym.
Gaby Newman
Physiotherapy Assistant
Gaby Newman
Physiotherapy Assistant
Gaby has a specific interest in supporting the care and rehabilitation of the elderly. Working predominantly within our community physio team, Gaby supports the discharge of patients from hospital back to their homes or care environments. She co-ordinates, and works within, a multidisciplinary team to ensure that patients’ long term care needs and full rehabilitation potential are met.
Gaby holds level 2 & level 3 Health & Social Care qualifications and was awarded the NHS Frimley ICS AHP Support Worker of the year for 2024.
In her spare time she enjoys long dog walks, DIY and spending time with her family.
Hannah R.
Physiotherapy Assistant
Hannah R.
Physiotherapy Assistant
Hannah has worked within our community-based elderly care team for the past 4 years. Hannah has an in depth understanding of the conditions affecting cognitive decline in older adults and expertise to support these individuals to still achieve their rehabilitation potential.
Hannah has an MSc in Psychology having studied both educational psychology and abnormal developmental psychology. She is a member of the British Psycholigical Society and practiced as a psychologist for 9 years. She has previously held roles working within social services and spent 5 years working with neurodivergent children.
Alongside her work, Hannah is a member of the Prince’s Trust and is currently studying to become a counsellor and for a formal qualification in the use of hypnotherapy for pain management.
Bronte Pye
Multi-Therapy Assistant
Bronte Pye
Multi-Therapy Assistant
Bronte graduated from the University of Nottingham with a BSc (Hons) in Sport Rehabilitation and is a fully qualified and registered BASRaT member.
With a strong passion for musculoskeletal (MSK) health, particularly among the active general public, she has gained experience with sports teams like THC Wycombe Wanderers, where she works part-time, and the semi-professional Henley Hawks Rugby Club. She has also immersed in private physiotherapy clinics, specialising in injury assessment and treatment, deep tissue massage, shockwave therapy, hydrotherapy, and rehabilitation programme planning.
Currently, Bronte is focused on enhancing her clinical expertise as a Multi-Therapy Assistant at Wexham Park Hospital, where she works in both hospital and community settings. Driven by a commitment to professional growth, Bronte remains dedicated to providing high-quality care and rehabilitation to those in need.
Andrew Hill
Registered Podiatrist
Andrew Hill
Registered Podiatrist
Diabetes is a core area of professional interest for Andrew and he has several publications within peer-reviewed journals on this subject.
Emily Mead
Sports Rehabilitator
Emily Mead
Sport and Exercise Rehabilitator
Emily graduated from the University of St Mark and St John with a BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation and is a fully qualified and registered BASRaT member.
Having worked in various private clinics as well as gyms, Emily has gained valuable experience with musculoskeletal injuries both clinically and through exercise rehabilitation in addition to strength and conditioning through personal training. Having had shoulder surgery herself, she understands the importance for her patients to return to optimal health and fitness.
Outside of work Emily loves to keep busy challenging herself mentally and physically.
Clare Appleby
Sports
rehabilitator
Clare Appleby
Sports Rehabilitator
Clare is a Level 3 Personal Trainer, with a diploma in exercise referral and sports massage.
With a love of fitness, Clare loves nothing more than helping others to stay fit, healthy and be as active as they can.
‘No-one likes to start from the beginning- it’s difficult. It takes courage to take that first step, and then it’s all about consistency. Changes will come about. You will get stronger and most importantly feel better, not only physically but also mentally.
Rehabilitation is important, prehabilitation is even more important.’
Laura Redman
Sports
rehabilitator
Laura Redman
Sports Rehabilitator
Laura is a REPS level 3 personal trainer and a keen sportswoman. She is experienced in the management of musculoskeletal injury and rehabilitation as well as developing health and fitness training programmes that are tailored to the specific needs of individual clients.
‘I recognise the importance of developing exercise programmes that provide effective correctional and rehabilitation benefits to aid recovery and to prevent future relapse whilst still keeping the programme fun, challenging and ultimately rewarding for my clients’
Susan Hammant
Sports Rehabilitator
Susan Hammant
Sports Rehabilitator
Susan is a Pilates Matwork Comprehensive Certified Instructor, trained with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. She continues to attend various CPD courses through the APPI, most recently completing the Healthy Hips course. She is passionate about creating bespoke programmes for her clients to suit their individual needs, fitness level and aims, teaching and supporting movement patterns to improve posture, strength and alignment. She has experience of working with all age groups, from teenagers to the elderly and frail, and can modify exercises accordingly.
She has a background in teaching, holds a PGCE in Primary education and has worked as a teacher prior to obtaining her Pilates qualifications. Having suffered back pain herself in the past, she has first hand experience of the benefits the Pilates reformer machine can bring, creating body awareness, balance, increasing strength and flexibility, and most of all, providing exercise that is both enjoyable and sustainable.
Clare Cleverly
Pilates Instructor
Clare Cleverly
Pilates Instructor
The last 15 years of practicing, learning, and teaching Pilates has brought positivity into my life.
With a comprehensive training of the Pilates Method, this repertoire has always been close to my heart, of which I share the knowledge of with my clients on the Mat and the Apparatus.
The collaboration of movement and mind creates a synergy of how Pilates can connect your body and soul in bringing out the energy in us. I love all aspects that the method offers.
From the focus of individuals or duets privately, to the fun flows of small group sessions, and assisting those through rehab programs. It is rewarding seeing those I teach connect deeply with their bodies and observing the progress made.
Everything interconnects and nothing is isolated.
Sally Arnison
Ascot Menopause Solutions
Sally Arnison
Ascot Menopause Solutions
Sally Arnison MBE, FRPharmS (Advanced) is an advanced clinical pharmacist with 30 years’ experience. Sally works in both the NHS in primary care and owns a community pharmacy in Scotland!
Sally set up Ascot Menopause Solutions in June 2024 as she recognised that many women were not getting the time or personalised care they wanted to help them feel better
Sally is passionate about women’s health and is a member of both the British Menopause Society and Newson Health Menopause Society and feels strongly that women should be empowered to make their own choices in relation to their menopause treatment and knows there is a real need to support women in an individualised and holistic way to understand the risks and benefits of treatment options.
Whilst menopause is inevitable, putting up with the symptoms does not have to be.
When not immersed in all-things pharmacy Sally enjoys quality family time, mountain climbing and wild swimming with her crazy spaniel and less enthusiastic children, yoga and lifting heavy things, but not all at the same time!
Click for more information and to book with Sally www.ascotmenopause.com.
Clare Turner
Relationship Counsellor
Clare Turner
Relationship Counsellor
Clare Turner is an experienced relationship counsellor who has been studying and working in the field of relationships and communication for over 20 years. A fully qualified and Relate-accredited practitioner, she works with couples, individuals, and families to explore unhelpful patterns, strengthen communication, and find a way forward.
Clare offers sessions both face-to-face and online, creating a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space for her clients. Whether navigating a crisis, facing a communication breakdown, or simply feeling disconnected, she tailors her approach to each client’s unique experiences, background, and challenges – recognising that no two relationships are the same.
Clare’s work is rooted in the belief that our relationships lie at the heart of our wellbeing. The quality of these connections – with partners, family, friends, or colleagues – profoundly shape our happiness, mental health, and even physical health.
Originally trained in systemic practice, Clare takes an integrative approach to counselling, drawing on a range of therapeutic models to best support each client. She also brings empathy and perspective from her own life experiences as a partner, parent, daughter, sibling, friend, and colleague.
Clare is fully insured, adheres to the ethical guidelines of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), and is committed to regular professional development and supervision to ensure the highest standards of practice.
Her qualifications include:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Systemic Family and Couple Counselling (Institute of Family Therapy and University of Bedfordshire)
- Certificate in Couple and Family Counselling (Institute of Family Therapy)
- Relate Certificate of Proficiency
- Accreditation in Performance Coaching (European Mentoring & Coaching Council and Middlesex University)
- Certificate in Counselling Skills (Bracknell and Wokingham College)
Clare has also completed additional training in areas including anxiety, bereavement and loss, autism parenting support, relational trauma, and mental health awareness.
For more information and to book with Clare, visit www.clareturnercounselling.com.
Helen Halliday
Nutritional Therapist
Helen Halliday
Nutritional Therapist
Helen Halliday is a Nutritional Therapist with a post graduate diploma in Personal Nutrition obtained from the college of Nutritional Education and Lifestyle Management (affiliated to Middlesex University). She is fully registered with BANT (British Association for Applied Nutrition & Nutritional Therapy) and the CNHC (Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council).
Helen uses the principles of functional medicine to offer a personalised approach to nutritional therapy. This considers the individual person, their history, environment and lifestyle, their genetic and biochemical individuality supported by the use of evidence based scientific research and testing to identify any potential nutritional imbalances, intolerance or toxic burden so that a individual nutrition programme can be formulated.
Helen is passionate about helping people to improve their health and works on a one to one basis with men, women and children who may have a range of conditions or health goals. She has an interest in weight loss, digestive issues, hormonal imbalance, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, food allergy and intolerance, stress, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and skin problems.
Helen is a certified neuro-linguistic programming practitioner and uses these techniques to coach clients to help them achieve the dietary changes they are striving to achieve to support their health goals. She is also in the final year of completing an MSc in Personal Nutrition.
Jess Stanelun
Acupuncturist
Jess Stanelun
Acupuncturist
All of Jessica’s Acupuncture treatments are based in a relaxed, safe atmosphere with experienced and attentive care.
For over 18 years, Jessica has been a dedicated practitioner of Natural and Integrated Medicine, and a proud member of the British Acupuncture Council.
This Acupuncture treatment is highly specialised in women’s hormonal health, focusing on helping patients with:
- Fertility/IVF needs
- Stress & anxiety issues
- Menopause – our expertise
- Headaches
- Gynaecology conditions
- Pregnancy & birth support
Jessica earned graduate degrees in integrated medicine in California as well as in the UK.
Soon after she became a nutritional therapist as well, also practising reflexology, tuina and remedial massages. Influences from these adjunct therapies enhance her gentle, classic Acupuncture treatments, and help patients reach the best possible results.
Every visit is designed to be friendly, enjoyable, relaxing and restorative! Each woman and condition is completely unique, and always treated with the utmost care and attention.