Elizabeth Gale BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP, Company Director  

(known as Libby to her patients and colleagues), graduated from The University of East London in 1997 with a BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy. She began her career working at The Homerton Hospital where she completed her junior rotations in neurology, respiratory, paediatrics and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Libby then moved to a senior position within the hospital treating patients with pain and injury. Libby first became involved at Citisport when she completed her post graduate acupuncture training with Dr John Reynolds in 1999. She began full time employment at the clinic in 2000 and in 2004 became a Director and co-owner. Libby prides herself in her ability to empathise with her patients and has gained vast experience in treating patients with a wide range of skeletal pain and injury. She now specialises in acupuncture and the rehabilitation of patients with low back pain.

Richard Baker BSc (hons) Physiotherapy MCSP SRP

Richie has been working for Citisport for 2 1/2 years and is a part-time tennis coach. He is a health care professional who provides services to individuals to develop maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability to his patients. This includes providing treatments in circumstances where movement and function are threatened by aging, injury, disease or environmental factors. Richie utilizes an individual's history and physical examination to arrive at a diagnosis and establish a management plan, and when necessary, incorporate the results of imaging studies.

Nigel Kettle BSc (Hons) Ost Registered Osteopath

Nigel qualified from the British School of Osteopathy in 1999 and since then has been a General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) Registered Osteopath. Prior to that, he was a professional sports and complementary therapist for eight years. In addition to working at Citisport he has private practices in Reigate and East Sussex. He is also principal lecturer in Osteopathic technique at ‘Surrey Institute of Osteopathic Medicine’ an internationally recognized qualification degree course based in Surrey. Working primarily as a structural osteopath, he uses the traditional osteopathic techniques of soft tissue, articulation and manipulation, also incorporating western medical acupuncture/dry needling, electrotherapy and exercise prescription into treatment as appropriate. A wide range of musculoskeletal disorders including back, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, and sport and work-related injuries respond especially well to osteopathic treatment. Other commonly treated conditions include pregnancy care, migraine, asthma, arthritic pain, digestive disorders and infantile colic.Nigel also trained as a cranial osteopath. This is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that encourages the release of stresses and tensions throughout the body, including the head. It is a very gentle, safe and effective form of osteopathy, and may be used to treat a wide range of conditions from birth to old age.

Steven Harding Sports and Thai massage Therapist

Steve's passion for bodywork began in 2002 when he attended an introductory Sports & Remedial Massage course with the London School of Sports Massage (LSSM). The LSSM/BTEC diploma course followed with Steve qualifying with honours in early 2004. Since qualification Steve has worked in physiotherapy clinics in both London and Surrey where his clients have ranged from recreational to professional sportspeople and professional performers from both the Royal Ballet and London's West End. Steve is a fully insured member of the Institute of Sport and Remedial Massage and is registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council and with the British Association of Performing Arts Medicine. He is also a certified Thai Yoga Massage therapist. In addition to massage therapy Steve has a keen interest in both yoga and mindfulness meditation and he always seeks to draw on these wider influences in his massage work.

Deborah McGovern, Dip Nutritional Medicine

Nutritionalist Deborah was awarded a Diploma in Nutritional Medicine in 1998, having studied at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition in London under the guidance of Patrick Holford, one of the UK’s leading nutritionists and health commentators. Deborah joined Citisport in 2000 and offers individually-tailored nutritional and lifestyle advice. Her aim is to help clients understand the root cause of their health problems and to educate and encourage them to follow a path towards optimum health. She uses detailed health appraisal questionnaires, diet sheets and, where appropriate, food supplements (vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and other natural compounds). She has access to clinic, laboratory and home testing services to assess bone density, cholesterol and blood fats, thyroid, gut, adrenal and liver functions. Particular areas of interest include diabetes, weight management, gut health, osteoporosis and anti-inflammatory protocols. Deborah attends post-graduate training courses and reads widely around the area of what makes both a healthy body and a healthy mind.

Caroline Varga, MBACP Counsellor

Sue Breaden, Practice manager