Lisa Clapp – Founder & Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapist

Lisa is the founder of Reach Rehab Physiotherapy and has been a dedicated physiotherapist since qualifying from the University of Nottingham in 1996. With a career spanning both acute and community based NHS settings aswell as private hospital settings, she brings a wealth of clinical experience and a strong understanding of diverse rehabilitation needs.

Today, Lisa works exclusively within the community as an independent physiotherapist, supporting clients in their own environments where recovery can be related to a clients specific needs. Known for her committed, energetic, and uplifting approach, Lisa blends professionalism with a genuinely happy, bubbly, and enthusiastic presence that helps clients stay motivated throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Her practice is rooted in a holistic philosophy—taking time to understand each person’s wider picture, lifestyle, and long-term goals. Lisa is deeply passionate about maximising outcomes for every client and continually researches new, evidence-based, and innovative equipment or techniques that can support faster and more effective recovery.

With unwavering dedication and a client-centred mindset, Lisa ensures that every individual she works with feels supported, encouraged, and equipped to reach their full potential.

Sarah Mann – Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Practitioner

Sarah is a huge part of Reach Rehab physiotherapy, providing hands on Physiotherapy to both adults and children. She has vast amounts of experience of working in physiotherapy of over 26 years.

She will be the first point of contact for a variety of clients requiring regular rehabilitation who have known diagnoses. She will assess these clients, and formulate a bespoke plan for their needs. Sarahs expertise is in providing regular face to face hands on rehabilitation where regular progression is required.

Sarah is self motivated, with a passion for helping all clients to achieve their best outcomes. She always goes that extra mile, with a holistic and thorough approach.

Sarah has undertaken a huge amount of training throughout her career, from postural management to Bobath courses, anatomy to makaton.

Sarah’s specific areas of expertise are in the treatment of neurological conditions particularly with children, however, she is an all round expert with rehabilitation physiotherapy for people of all ages.

Barbara O’Sullivan – Physiotherapy Technical Instructor

Barbara brings over 25 years experience as a dedicated Physiotherapy Technical Instructor and has a wealth of practical knowledge with a strong commitment to patient centred care. She has worked with individuals across all age groups , from babies to older adults. Barbara has developed particular expertise in supporting both young adults and older adult populations.

Energetic, positive and highly motivated, she approaches every session with diligence and focus. Her extensive background allows her to adapt treatment programmes to support each individual’s needs, always aiming to maximise function, confidence and longterm wellbeing.

She is able to provide ongoing, cost-effective support following on from an initial assessment. This can be an excellent and cost effective option for clients requiring long term physiotherapy input.

With her combination of experience, enthusiasm and patient focused care, she is committed to helping every client reach their full potential.

Kathryn Stonyer – Physiotherapy Technical Instructor

Kathryn is a committed and compassionate Physiotherapy Technical Instructor with over 18 years’ experience of supporting children and young people with their rehabilitation.  She has vast experience of working as part of a team and as an individual in creating and following care plans to improve movement and function for the individual.

Kathryn has undertaken additional training to help in this role including BTEC in Physiotherapy, NVQ in Care, Bobath and Normal Movement & Development courses.

With her wide experience Kathryn also undertakes some administration for Reach Rehab Physiotherapy including answering any new enquires.  If you have any queries please contact her on enquiries@reachrehab.co.uk.

Ben Harrison – Senior Specialist Children’s Physiotherapist

Ben completed a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy at the University of East Anglia (UEA).  He also has an Undergraduate Degree in Sports and Exercise Science.

Ben made the decision to specialise in paediatrics straight from graduation. He is skilled in the assessment and treatment of children with complex disabilities and additional needs. He has worked in a variety of environments, from busy clinics to community settings, schools, nurseries and clients’ homes.

Ben has a keen interest in aquatic/hydrotherapy and has completed a number of post graduation courses in this.

Ben is extremely passionate about what he does and works hard to provide the best possible outcomes for his patients. He is continually striving to learn and develop as a clinician and is hoping to expand his knowledge and skills within spasticity management.

Lucy Redman – Highly Specialist Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapist

Lucy’s interest in neurology started early on in her career and progressed since then. She has worked in adult neurology to a level where she was team leader in a busy London inner city team. She is experienced at providing high quality rehabilitative physiotherapy both in acute and community settings. She has worked on stroke and rehab units, Neurological outpatient departments, hydrotherapy, working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.

Lucy has worked closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, including Neuropsychologists, Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists, Consultants, Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants. She is experienced in report writing associated with complex cases.

Lucy also has specific expert knowledge and skills regarding the use of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) and is currently working to manage and design service provision for this and develop a pathway for its use with Spinal Injury Clients.

Alex Webster – Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapist

Lilija Skubilina – Physiotherapy Technical Instructor

Lilija is an energetic, highly motivated and reliable Physiotherapy Technical Instructor. She is known for her focused and diligent approach to patient care. Firm but fair, she brings a no-nonsense attitude that keeps rehabilitation on track while still ensuring sessions are supportive, positive and productive.

Fluent in Russian and Latvian, Lilija is able to connect with a diverse range of clients, and make therapy sessions accessible and engaging for all.

She has strong experience in orthopaedic rehabilitation, physiotherapy within a gym environment, and hydrotherapy for all ages; adapting her skills to meet each individual client’s needs.

To supports clients with busy schedules, Lilija offers flexible availability in the evenings, not just standard daytime hours.

Joanne Bridgland – Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner

With extensive experience across all areas of physiotherapy, Joanne specialised in Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy, developing advanced expertise in acute injury, trauma, rehabilitation and complex musculoskeletal conditions.

Joanne has worked in highly specialist roles within hydrotherapy and as an Emergency Physiotherapy Practitioner, undertaking extended scope responsibilities.  Her experience spans both adult and paediatric clients, treating a wide range of conditions including lower limb injuries, lumbar spine conditions, post operative rehabilitation, acute injuries and persistent chronic conditions.

What truly sets Joanne apart is not only her exceptional clinical knowledge and experience, but also her compassionate and patient centred approach, taking the time to fully understand each individual’s goals and challenges.  Joanne is passionate about helping every patient achieve their fullest recovery, improve movement and return to the activities that matter the most.

Whether you are recovering from surgery, managing a long-standing condition, or seeking expert rehabilitation after trauma or injury, Joanne provides specialist physiotherapy treatment designed to help you achieve your full potential.

Reach Rehab Physiotherapy combines expert clinical care with a personalised, supportive approach to rehabilitation, helping patients move better, feel stronger and return confidently to everyday life.

Lorraine Blakemore – Physiotherapy Assistant

Lorraine is a Physiotherapy Assistant who is known for her energetic, bubbly personality and her ability to turn therapy sessions into fun, engaging experiences.

She brings creativity to every session, designing unique activities that help motivate and empower her clients while keeping them fully involved in their progress.

She has experience of working with both children and young adults with additional needs, in both schools and the community. This background of experience is both with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and complex needs and behaviours.

With a special focus on working with children and young adults with neurological conditions, Lorraine is passionate about making therapy feel approachable, positive, and confidence building. She loves connecting with each individual, adapting her approach to match individual client’s goals, strengths and interests.

Driven by enthusiasm and genuine care, Lorraine is committed to supporting every client in reaching their fullest potential – one playful, meaningful step at a time.

Move Well. Live Well.

Staying mobile is not only about exercise, it’s about lifestyle change.

The best outcome from rehab is achieved when the rehabilitation is incorporated into everyday life.  Our holistic, realistic approach will help to achieve this.