Meet Our Physiotherapists
If you know which physio you need to book with, follow these links below.
Which physiotherapist should I choose?
Click on each drop-down menu below and take a look at our physiotherapists' skills & expertise to find out who is best suited to your needs. If you are not sure, contact us by email [email protected]
Gillian is a highly specialist pelvic health physiotherapist with a focus on pelvic floor dysfunction relating to the following conditions & needs:
- Pelvic floor & core health screening (no symptoms required)
- Stress urinary incontinence
- Bladder urgency, overactivity & incomplete emptying
- Pelvic organ prolapse & laxity
- Bowel incontinence, frequency, urgency & incomplete emptying
- Painful intercourse
- Chronic pelvic pain including endometriosis, adenomyosis & bladder pain syndromes
- Bowel prolapse
- Menopause-related pelvic health issues
- Post natal rehabilitation and return to fitness
- Antenatal musculoskeletal problems and continence
Gillian also offers bespoke high definition pelvic floor diagnostics and treatment via the Novuqare MAPLe device. With this device, Gillian can offer you electromyographic biofeedback of pelvic floor conditions and electrical stimulation of pelvic floor overactivity or underactivity.
Gillian is also qualified in offering low level laser therapy for pain, healing and tension-related nerve pain via the Omega Laser device.
Shakira is a qualified physiotherapist & offers specialist pelvic health assessments and treatments including:
- Initial Assessment of Pelvic Health
- Follow Up Treatments and Packages
Shakira can help you with the treatment and management of pelvic health issues such as:
- Incontinence
- Prolapse
- Overactive Bladder
- Diastasis Rectus Abdominis Muscle (DRAM)
- Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain and back pain
- Post Natal Rehabilitation
- Anorectal dysfunction like faecal incontinence, constipation & rehabilitation following 3rd & 4th degree tears
- MAPLe pelvic floor assessment and treatment programmes
Kathryn is a pelvic health physiotherapist with a focus on pelvic floor dysfunction & core health screening (no symptoms required). Kathryn is able to help you treat and manage the following pelvic health issues:
- Stress urinary incontinence
- Bladder urgency, overactivity & incomplete emptying
- Pelvic organ prolapse & laxity
- Post natal rehabilitation and return to fitness
- Antenatal musculoskeletal problems and continence issues
- Pelvic Girdle Pain
- Bowel Issues like incontinence and constipation
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- MAPLe pelvic floor assessment and treatment programmes
Kathryn is due to start her maternity leave at the end of December and has now stopped taking on any new clients. All current clients will be referred to an appropriate physiotherapist prior to the new year.
Lucy is a qualified physiotherapist who has specialised in pelvic health. Lucy works in both the NHS and private practice and brings her expertise to the management of stress urinary incontinence, antenatal care, post natal rehabilitation and musculoskeletal dysfunctions.
- Stress urinary incontinence
- Pregnancy related pelvic health issues like incontinence and pelvic girdle pain
- Prolapse Symptoms
- Post natal rehabilitation & return to fitness
- Women's Wellbeing Screening
Rhiannon Davey is a musculoskeletal & pelvic health physiotherapist. Rhiannon is also an experienced Pilates instructor. Rhiannon offers 1-1 appointments & physio-led Pilates classes.
1-1 sessions:
- Any musculoskeletal problem
- Antenatal & postnatal rehabilitation
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Pelvic floor screening for prevention of future problems
PLEASE NOTE: As of April 2024 Rhiannon is currently on Maternity Leave and her booking diary will be closed for the foreseeable future. Please access the other physiotherapy diaries at this time. If you are a client of Rhiannon's and have a query, please contact Gillian by email [email protected]
Cece is a fully qualified physiotherapist who is passionate about pelvic health and is training here at Gillian McCabe Physio Ltd. Cece has been working here for a few months now and is ready to see clients with the following problems:
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Antenatal assessment or management of problems like back pain, sciatica, pelvic pain and continence.
- Post natal rehabilitation following any kind of delivery including your first post natal assessment and early rehabilitation programme.
Cece will also be offering antenatal and post natal workshops to help you physically prepare for and recover from childbirth. Watch this space for more information.
Cerys is an experienced pelvic health physiotherapist who is working with us at Gillian Mccabe Physio Ltd until January 2025. Cerys has come from the Royal Free Hospital in London and is working with us until she moves on to Australia. Cerys is experienced in managing a range of various pelvic health concerns.
Our Connections
We are based in Station House Health & Wellbeing in St Nicholas, Vale of Glamorgan. There are various health care practitioners also based in this location. Here are some we affiliate with closely for the rehabilitation of our clients. You can also find out more about the other practitioners at www.stationhouse.health
We love working alongside Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Jilly Bond. Find out more about Jilly below. You can book with her via her website www.jillybond.com and you can find out more about the Pelvic Pain Network here.
We also work closely with Lowri Culley of Lowri, Mind Body Soul Strength. Lowri is a female specific personal trainer and myofascial release specialist. You can find her contact details at www.lowriculley.com.
Libby Williams is a physiotherapist with specialist skills in fascial manipulation & scar therapy. Find out more at www.fasciaandphysio.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions about Bookings
Do you accept health insurance policies?
Please note that we do not accept health insurance unless on a cash back scheme. If you are registered with companies such as AXAPPP, BUPA & AVIVA, you need to check that your policy allows this form of payment. Companies such as Simply Health, Benenden and Cash4Health are already set up for cash back schemes.
How does a cash back insurance scheme work?
If you have a cash back insurance policy, you pay upfront for the cost of your appointment and request a full invoice receipt from your physiotherapist. This is sent to you by email following payment. You can then send the receipt to your insurance company and they will organise a refund of all or part of the cost of physiotherapy (level of remuneration will depend on your policy).
Do I have to pre-pay for appointments?
Our online booking system allows pre-payment fbut if you donot opt to pay when booking in, you can pay by card or contactless when you attend the clinic for your appointment. Please note we do not accept cash payments.
How long are the appointments?
Each initial assessment usually lasts one hour and follow-up treatments are 30-60 minutes. The Wellbeing Screening appointment usually lasts 1.25 hours.
Will I receive a booking confirmation?
Yes. Please check your junk mail if you do not receive the booking confirmation. If it is not in your junk mail then your booking may not have been completed or you may have entered an incorrect email address. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or concerns. You will also receive a reminder email 3 days prior to your appointment.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
Yes. Our clinics are very busy and we usually have a waiting list for cancellation slots. It is important to contact us as soon as you know that you are unable to attend. If you cancel with more than 24 hours notice the cancellation is free of charge. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged £25 for a 30 minute slot and £45 for a 45-60 minute slot. If you do not attend your appointment and do not contact us prior to the appointment start time, you will be charged the full cost of the appointment. You can easily cancel online using your booking confirmation / reminder. Alternatively, please email [email protected] to inform us of your need to cancel / reschedule.
Do I need to wear or bring anything in particular to the appointment?
It's important that you feel comfortable during your appointment. Some of our assessments require movement of the pelvis, back and hips. It is worth wearing or bringing clothes that are easy to move in. Pelvic assessments also usually include an internal vaginal or rectal assessment (depending on your needs), you do not need to wear anything in particular for this part of the assessment. If you have consultant or other practitioner letters or reports, they can be useful. You can either bring them with you or take a photo and email them to your therapist.
How many appointments will I need?
This is a difficult question to answer without first completing a thorough assessment. It is unlikely that you will only need one appointment, unless you are attending for a pelvic health screening appointment. Most uncomplicated cases will require between 4-6 appointments. More complex cases may require 8 or more sessions. Clients with long term conditions may require ongoing treatments into the future at a timescale that suits their needs. We have a policy of treating the person infront of us. We do not limit our time in relation to preconceived protocols. Our aim is to move you towards your goals as efficiently as possible but we will work at your pace and in relation to how your mind and body progress.
How often will I need to attend?
Again, this will depend on your needs. Some clients will need to attend every week, others every fortnight and others every 4-6 weeks. We also offer 3, 6 monthly or annual reviews to help you keep on top of your pelvic health. You may also need to be referred to other practitioners for assessment, treatment or investigation. Physiotherapy treatment may continue in parallel with this or you may need to pause physiotherapy and return following other interventions.
What other specialists do you work alongside?
At Station House Health & Wellbeing, we offer a variety of health-related treatments. We often work alongside massage therapists, fitness specialists, nutritionists, dietitians, psychotherapists, counsellors and educators. There are profiles of all our therapists at www.stationhouse.health - take a look and click their links to find out more.
