Meet The Team

Jessica graduated from the University of Southampton with a 1st class BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy in 2019. Jessica has worked at Frimley Park Hospital and Royal Surrey County Hospital prior to joining Thorpes Physiotherapy since 2021. Jessica has a keen interest in a variety of conditions and joints of all ages. Whether you’re suffering from lower back pain, ligament or tendon injury or an arthritic knee Jessica has your back!

Prior to Jessica’s physiotherapy degree she completed a music degree from the University of Surrey, with a keen interest in playing drums, piano and guitar. Jessica loves to exercise! Her favourite activities are cycling, squash, strength training, HIIT and swimming.  

Jessica is very passionate about getting the best out of you and improving your quality of life whether you want to get back sport or just go for a simple walk. Jessica regularly participates in courses to keep up to date with the latest evidence. 

Jessica is very open, friendly and likes to make physiotherapy fun!

Ben graduated from the University of Southampton in 2000 with a BSc Honours degree in Physiotherapy.  Currently Ben works within both the military and private sector; he has also worked with national level American Football and Basketball teams. During his time in the NHS Ben was the Area Co-ordinator for the international ACTIVE trial: a study of the benefits of Autologous Chondrocyte Transplantation/Implantation in the knee. Ben has a specialist interest in Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Cervicogenic headaches and facial palsys. Ben is registered with the Health Professions council, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and the Acupuncture association of Chartered Physiotherapists. Ben is currently studying for a Master’s degree with the MACP

Kate is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Sport Scientist. She started as an NHS Physiotherapy Technician in 1998 before going on to graduate with a Physiotherapy degree in 2005 from Brunel University. Kate then worked at Ashford and St Peter’s NHS Trust and Surrey Primary Care Trust. Since leaving the NHS, Kate has worked in private clinics where she specialises in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy with everyone from teenagers to the elderly.

Kate is an approachable, friendly practitioner who builds a good rapport with her patients. She is registered with the Health Care Professions Council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Kate is an avid sports enthusiast with a keen interest in squash and hockey, having played both at an international level.

Louise qualified in 1984 at Prince of Wales School of physiotherapy and has gained over 30 years experience in the NHS and privately. This includes some highly respected hospitals including the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases and the Royal United Hospital in Bath, as well as Frimley Park Hospital. Louise has always enjoyed learning new skills and after gaining general physiotherapy experience, undertook post graduate training to gain diplomas in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and Orthopaedic Medicine. This has led to a special interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and in particular spinal problems

Outside work Louise has a love for the outdoors and is a keen Hill walker and mountain biker. She has competed successfully in mountain bike cross country races for over 20 years and continues to do so giving her an insight into the needs of the active individual especially as they get older!

Kate is a Chartered Physiotherapist who has spent the majority of her almost 20 year career developing skills and expertise treating babies, children and young people with musculoskeletal problems.

Children with musculoskeletal conditions need a tailored approach. Kate is adept at formulating a treatment plan that aids recovery and facilitates a swift return to sports and activities. She works with the child / young person and their parent / guardian to understand the particular impact of the problem and to understand their motivation for recovery.

When not working at Thorpes she also works in the NHS, leading the Paediatric Physiotherapy Team at Frimley Park Hospital.

Outside of work she has two children of her own and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Amy recently graduated from Buckinghamshire New University, obtaining a first-class BSc Honours Degree in Sports Therapy. Following this, Amy has worked in semi-professional football and elite futsal. Most recently, Amy experienced the intense level of elite sport when working in the UEFA Futsal Champions League. Amy has provided assessment, testing, and treatment of MSK injuries, including level 4 Sports Massage, to enable people back to optimal performance.

Amy has played at academy-level football, where she competed in elite settings until the age of 15. Due to her passion for sport, she still plays locally. Amy has also helped those close to her recover from life changing experiences. Consequently, Amy has an appreciation and passion to help people return to daily activities or performance, and to achieve their goals. Also giving her a great understanding of the importance of regular exercise on mental and physical well being.

Sue has worked in many customer facing roles, including 16 years in a local primary school. She has worked at Thorpes since 2018 and strives to ensure that the clinics run efficiently, whilst delivering excellent customer service.  In her spare time, Sue enjoys walking, cooking and spending time with her family and granddaughters.

Sarah has previously worked in the I.T/Telecomms industry but more recently within the NHS in a customer service role.  Sarah is passionate about customer service and does all she can to ensure patients are made to feel relaxed and respected. Sarah likes to spend her spare time with family and friends, bike riding and walking her dog.

Candice comes from a background in health care and compliance, offering a strong foundation in professionalism and care. She is now excited to transition into a reception role. Outside of work Candice has two sons, one of which plays football and she enjoys cheering him on at his football games.