Our Team
Physiotherapists, Osteopath, Front of house, Pilates Instructors – find out more about the people at Garstang Physiotherapy Clinic and Pilates Studio.
Physiotherapists, Osteopath, Front of house, Pilates Instructors – find out more about the people at Garstang Physiotherapy Clinic and Pilates Studio.
Simon trained as a Physiotherapist at King’s College, London and graduated in 2001. He spent 5 years working for the NHS in Kent before returning to his native Lancashire at the beginning of 2006. Simon then worked increasingly in private healthcare, both in private practice and in hospitals working primarily with people suffering from orthopaedic and musculoskeletal problems before opening the clinic in 2011.
Simon has a keen interest in treating elite athletes and he has been fortunate enough to work at several major sporting events both at home and abroad. Simon worked as a physiotherapist at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in 2014 and in Birmingham in 2022 as well as at the first European Games in Baku, Azerbaijan in 2015 and at the Youth Winter Olympic Games in Lausanne, Switzerland in 2020.
In the clinic, Simon is one of the clinic directors. He also works full time as a physiotherapist and sees a varied caseload of people of all ages with orthopaedic and musculoskeletal problems as well as maintaining his interest in sports injuries. Away from work, Simon is father to two very active young boys, is a keen cook and regular cyclist.
Lynley graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPhysio) from the University of Otago, New Zealand, in 2001. After beginning her career in New Zealand, she moved to the UK in 2003, where she has worked across a range of healthcare settings, including both public and private practice, as well as in university research and teaching.
In 2007, Lynley gained full accreditation with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI). She went on to establish the clinic in 2011, combining her interests in physiotherapy, movement and rehabilitation. Alongside her clinical work, Lynley has continued to develop her expertise in Pilates and has worked as an APPI educator since 2010, delivering professional training courses in matwork and Reformer Pilates throughout the UK and internationally.
Lynley has a particular interest in movement analysis and movement re-education, and is passionate about helping people understand how they move and finding practical, effective ways to improve their function and wellbeing. She believes in making movement accessible and relevant, helping people build confidence in their bodies rather than simply giving them more exercises to do.
As Clinic Director, Lynley continues to see patients and teach Pilates, alongside supporting and mentoring the clinic team and overseeing the development of the business. Outside work, Lynley enjoys spending time with her family, cycling and running, and is a volunteer Cub Scout leader.
Catherine’s journey began at the University of Plymouth, followed by an early career as a primary school teacher. A love for adventure took her to Australia, where she taught PE and discovered just how much she enjoyed inspiring others to move, grow, and live active, healthy lives. Driven by this passion, she returned to the UK to pursue physiotherapy—first as an assistant, and ultimately qualifying as a physiotherapist in 2025.
Outside of work, Catherine is always on the move. You’ll often find her wild swimming, climbing, heading out for a parkrun, or hitting the slopes whenever she can. She’s also deeply involved in her local church community, volunteering with the youth and young adult team to organise social events, study groups, and outdoor adventure weekends that bring people together.
Emily began her career by gaining a PE degree and a Sport and Exercise Therapy masters from Leeds Beckett University. In 2023 she became a Physiotherapy Apprentice and it was during this time that she first came on placement with us in January and February 2026. Having fully qualified as a physiotherapist in September 2026, we are delighted to now welcome her as our newest full time physiotherapist. During her time at University, Emily also worked full time at Fleetwood Hospital seeing a variety of MSK patients.
Outside of studying, Emily is very active and enjoys swimming, going to the gym, and is a keen netball player, playing for Blackpool Netball Club. Emily has completed various challenges for charity, including cycling from Leeds to London to raise money for Hockey for Heroes and walking the 3 peaks for Marie Curie. Her latest challenge is to run the London Marathon 2027 for MIND charity.
Jen is our Physiotherapy Apprentice, which involves working part-time alongside her Physiotherapy studies. A fully qualified APPI matwork Pilates Instructor, she teaches mixed ability classes and one-to-one sessions. She also provides sports massage/ deep tissue massage at the clinic, holding an ITEC Level 3 Diploma.
Having experienced the benefits of Pilates and physiotherapy rehabilitation first-hand in her own life, Jen is passionate about helping others improve their movement, strength and wellbeing so they can enjoy life to the full.
As part of her physiotherapy training, she has undertaken NHS placements, most recently in community settings, working with multidisciplinary teams to support people in achieving their rehabilitation goals.
Outside of work and study, Jen likes to chill out with friends and family and put into practice what she’s learnt to help with her own personal goals.
Caroline is a specialist Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist and Physiotherapy Team Leader within Blackpool Teaching Hospitals’.
She qualified from the University of Central Lancashire in 2018 and built a broad clinical foundation through NHS rotations in neurology, rheumatology and respiratory care, before developing her career in community and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She also holds a Level 5 Professional Coaching qualification, bringing a complementary dimension to her clinical and leadership expertise.
A fully accredited Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) instructor, Caroline has taught mixed-ability Pilates classes with us since 2022, combining her MSK expertise with her enthusiasm for movement and exercise.
Outside the clinic, Caroline enjoys being active—cycling, swimming and running. She has taken part in a range of running events, including half marathons, and enjoys the challenge of working towards a new finish line.
When it’s time to slow the pace, she enjoys exploring her creative side through craft projects or settling down with a good book.
Rebekah is a perpetual student studying psychology for over 13 years. She is now focusing on completing her Sport and Exercise Psychology qualification to be a certified Sport Psychologist. At the end of her PhD in 2020, Rebekah decided to pursue, and gained, her APPI Pilates matwork accreditation as another way to help people engage in exercise and sport. As a long time dancer and cheerleading coach, the personal benefits of Pilates were also too good to ignore.
As well as Pilates and Sport Psychology she enjoys reading, running, hiking, travelling and finding new challenges.
Neil Williams trained at the College of Foot Health Practitioners and qualified in 2007 after which he established a very successful domiciliary (home visit) business in the Isle of Man. In 2009, Neil moved to Manchester to study Podiatry at the University of Salford, graduating in 2012. While there he gained great experience ranging from diabetic foot care, nail surgery and biomechanical analysis. Neil has also helped out at the Manchester City Football Club Academy, treating both players and staff. Since leaving university, Neil has trained as a Kinesio Tapist. Garstang Physiotherapy Clinic is delighted to host Neil's company, 360 Foot Care, which provides a full Podiatry service: www.360footcare.co.uk.
Lisa works three days a week on reception, where she enjoys welcoming and getting to know our clients. She is a proud mum of one and in her spare time Lisa loves swimming, cooking, travelling and catching up with family and friends.
Eileen works in reception at the clinic and really enjoys her job meeting and chatting with patients.
In her spare time, Eileen likes to go walking with her dog, travelling and spending time in the Lake District.
Ann works part time at the clinic. Outside of work she has a busy family life and enjoys being involved in community activities and groups. She enjoys running and generally keeping fit. If she isnt at the gym or helping organise a raffle, Ann will be socialising with family and friends!
