Amy has a VTCT Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy (QCF) Qualification.
She has been employed as a sports, deep tissue and classic masseur for almost three years & is also trained in kinetic taping.
Amy states that massage is an excellent way of taking care of your physical well-being. It provides great relief by working out the aches of tired muscles, reduces stress, relieves anxiety and improves sleep.
Amy tailors each massage technique to the individuals needs and interacts closely with the centre's clinicians on inter-referral.
Meet The Team At H.T.C
Tom Austen
BSc. Podiatry MSc Pod-Surg.
Registered Podiatrist
Tom graduated with a bachelors degree in Podiatry from the University of Brighton in 2001.
He has also completed a Masters of Science in the Principles of Podiatric Surgery.
During his career he has gained a number of years experience within the National Health Service assessing & treating high risk patients as well as people with musculo-skeletal injuries.
Now practising as an independent Podiatrist Tom also acts as a
Clinical Educator for The University of Brighton teaching on the Undergraduate Podiatry programme.
Tom works with members of the general public as well as Elite & Professional Sports people to help them be more comfortable, to reduce pain and to improve performance in their chosen activities.
He also currently acts as the Kent County Cricket Team Podiatrist.
Cary Morin
DPT MCSP
Registered Physiotherapist
Cary graduated with a Doctorate in Physiotherapy from the University of North Carolina, USA in 2017.
Cary hails from New England, USA where he has trained and
worked within acute care, Outpatient MSK plus Orthopaedics
within both hospital and private clinic environments.
In addition Cary accrued experience working within The Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre in Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
This centre is the largest and most renowned military medical centre within the USA.
Time spent here afforded Cary exposure in treating military personnel and their families for a wide range of conditions.
Carys clinical concentration is in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (MSK), including exercise therapy, dry needling techniques & Extra-corporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT).
He also has a defined clinical interest in improving mobility in those with Neurological degenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s disease.
Stephanie Unthank
Level 4 Dipl. IMBDP MBSR
Registered Mindfulness &
Well-being Consultant
Stephanie received all of her training with Mindfulness U.K. of which she is now a senior member.
She is recognised and registered with The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (OFQUAL) - .GOV as also The Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPAB).
Stephanie offers teaching and support for all types of individual clients presenting therapy requirements including, stress management, anxiety, depression & self-esteem issues.
However, Stephanie's service is just as well suited to clients without direct therapeutic needs including self-awareness teaching, objective support such as weight loss or sporting target achievement as also wellness guidance.
As well as private individual clients Stephanie also regularly provides Well-being training for large corporations & concerns throughout the U.K. She also regularly provides Wellness articles for a leading magazine
In addition, Stephanie has been a qualified fitness instructor & personal trainer for over 7 years.
Megan Hutchison
MSc Osteopathy
Registered Osteopath
Megan graduated
with an MSc. from the European School of Osteopathy after 4 years of training on the Integrated Masters program.
She has since been active within private practice
in a number of multidisciplinary clinics
in Kent & Surrey.
Megan treats a wide range
of patients from babies through to patients with general musculo-skeletal conditions.
She uses a range of Osteopathic techniques including structural, functional & cranial techniques allowing her to form an appropriate & effective treatment plan for each patient.
Megans clinical speciality interests includes babies, pregnant & postpartum women as well as sports injuries.
In her spare time Megan enjoys long muddy walks with her dogs, is a keen gym attendee, jogging, and swimming.
Julie Morley
BDM
Business Development
Manager
Julie has over 12 years experience within the business & financial market.
During her varied career her roles have included financial viability analysis, consumer engagement, process refinement & business initiative promotion.
Julie's directive with HTC is to promote service spectrum development, client engagement, key stakeholder relationships & also service satisfaction.
Julie is happy to discuss all enquiries relating to HTC’s existing services, enhancement potential & development opportunities.
She is regularly on site at the Centre but may also be contacted via the following email address:
Stuart Unthank
MCSP MMACP
Consultant Physiotherapist
Registered Physiotherapist
Director HTC Ltd
Stuart has been a Physiotherapist since 1998.
He has practised within the U.K & abroad within both state-funded (e.g. NHS), private healthcare & within
professional sporting environments.
His range of clinical experience includes:
MSK Paediatrics (children)
Orthopaedic rehabilitation
Neuro-Musculo-Skeletal
(MSK) Physiotherapy
Professional sports physiotherapy
Specialising in Manual
therapy techniques & sports therapy Stuart has attained post-graduate qualifications in Sports Science & Neuro-Musculo-Skeletal (N-MSK) Physiotherapy as also being certified in modern advancing treatment techniques such as Extra-Corporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT).
Stuart is a registered
member of the Manipulative Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (MACP).
Over the past 15 years, he
has led Physiotherapy, Pharmaceutical, Health Screening and Diagnostic Imaging teams
(MRI / CT / Ultra-sound / X-Ray).
Stuart has been a fitness instructor for over 30 years & previously served with H.M.F.
Clarissa McManus
MSc Osteopathy BSc BioSc.
Registered Osteopath
Clarissa graduated with a Master of Science degree in Osteopathy in 2007.
Prior to completion of her degree in Osteopathy Clarissa had already completed a Bachelor of science degree in Biological Science at Kings University College, London.
During her career, Clarissa
has worked within varied multi-disciplinary practices and has also worked as a Lecturer Assistant and examiner with Osteopathy students.
Clarissa employs a wide variety of osteopathic techniques including structural, functional and cranial techniques, which,
are tailored to the individual patient and their symptoms.
Clarissa treats most
musculo-skeletal conditions also associated systemic & visceral dysfunctions.
However, in particular she
has a passion & specialises within Women's Health & Paediatrics (children) care, including the treatment of women during pregnancy
and infants presenting
various conditions as well as treating patients with migraines and visceral complaints.
Marcella Thorp
Dipl. Lv3 CS
Assistant Manager
Marcella has over 30 years business experience ranging from the insurance industry to private healthcare.
During this time she attained Diploma level qualifications in Management, Customer Service, Business Administration, & Team Leading.
Over the past 10 years Marcella acted as part of the leadership team responsible for the organisation, legislative compliance & customer service standards involved with managing Physiotherapy, Diagnostic Imaging, Pharmaceutical & Health Screening teams within a private hospital setting.
Please feel free to speak to Marcella if you have any queries regarding general administrative logistics & provision of our services as also customer satisfaction and billing enquiries, including private medical insurer or medico-legal referral processes.
Karen Mansell
BSc Podiatry
Registered Podiatrist
Karen graduated from the University of Brighton in 2003
completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Podiatry.
She has until 2019 practiced extensively within the National Health Service accruing
a number of years
gaining experience within
mutli-disciplinary teams treating a wide
spectrum of conditions including high risk patients.
Karen has also been actively practising
within the private sector.
During her professional timeline Karen has orientated towards specialising in wound care and nail surgery in particular.
Karen would be your first port of call for all Chiropody type conditions
Rob McDonald
Dipl. Lv3 SP & Massage
Dipl. Lv3 Sports Rehab Therapy
Sports Massage & Rehab Therapist
Rob is Diploma Level 3 qualified in Sports Massage therapy, taping & injury management techniques.
He has been a massage & physical rehabilitation therapist for 10 years & has
worked with a varied spectrum of clients ranging from chronic medical conditions to sports injuries.
Rob states that he has a passion for using sports & massage to aid and assist clients from all walks of life back to full function.
As with all therapists at HTC Rob interacts closely with the centre's clinical practitioners on inter-referral & clinical therapy guidance.
Amy Thackeray
VTCT Lv4 - QCF
Massage Therapist
Amy has a VTCT Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy (QCF) Qualification.
She has been employed as a sports, deep tissue and classic masseur for almost three years & is also trained in kinetic taping.
Amy states that massage is an excellent way of taking care of your physical well-being. It provides great relief by working out the aches of tired muscles, reduces stress, relieves anxiety and improves sleep.
Amy tailors each massage technique to the individuals needs and interacts closely with the centre's clinicians on inter-referral.
Juliette Gosling
VTCT / Dipl. Reflexology
& MDL
Registered Reflexologist & Lymphatic Massage Therapist
Juliette is HTC's resident Reflexologist and also provides Reflex Lymphatic Drainage therapy.
She has trained in utilising foot, reflexology techniques,
which may be beneficial in aiding stress relief, headaches as also aiding specific conditions such as sinusitis or fatigue syndromes such as those experienced per / post natal or general medical recovery.
Juliette's qualification in Reflex Lymphatic Drainage techniques aids in providing effective alleviation to symptoms related to lymphedema.
Sarah Kaufman
Receptionist
Administrator
Sarah worked within the finance industry for over 20 years with a career focus on customer service & client relationships.
In addition to this her experience with service delivery, process driven service organisation as also refinement is expansive.
Julie Hollis
Receptionist
Administrator
Julie retains extensive senior experience within the finance
sector stretching over the past
30 years.
Her focus / expertise
Her expertise lies within process
driven environments & in ensuring excellent customer service.
Ella-Mai Unthank
Receptionist
Administrator
Ella-Mai is the junior member of our team.
She is currently completing her International Baccalaureate at school & is working together with the HTC Team to gain invaluable work experience.
Ella is familiar with the bookings and charging systems here at HTC and is happy to help with all enquiries.
Marion Kenny
Receptionist
Administrator
Marion has worked within the healthcare service industry for over 15 years.
Her experience over the years has included employment as a pharmaceutical assistant (clinical support), as a business administrator and within customer service support teams.
Nikita Lamont
Receptionist
Administrator
Nikita has worked as an administrator for 17 years with in various industries, including tax accountancy.
She retains extensive experience relating to the importance of customer service in which she feels kindness and courtesy are essential aspects.
Jane Phillips
Receptionist
Administrator
Carol's experience within customer service stretches over the past 35 years.
Her experience has varied across all different aspects of customer service including lead posts within the record industry, catering companies, patent archiving, and county council positions.