Our Team
OurTherapists
Our aim is to get you back to doing whatever you love , as quickly as possible-supporting you throughout your recovery from beginning to end. With a combined clinical experience of over 40 years, our therapists offer a complete range of medical & alternative assessments & treatments based around creating optimum health and well being. We have the holistic solution to suit to your individual needs.
Claire McGillycuddy
Business Owner, Chartered Physiotherapist & Yoga Teacher
Claire is a Chartered Physiotherapist with over 20 years’ experience, specialising in musculoskeletal health, pain management and sports injuries. Combining physiotherapy with acupuncture, aromatherapy and yoga, she takes a holistic approach to help people move with confidence and achieve better health and wellbeing.
Ellie Mckay
Chartered Physiotherapist
A Chartered Physiotherapist with a degree in Sports Rehabilitation, specialising in musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. With experience across the NHS, private sector and Bolton Wanderers Football Club, I take a holistic approach to treatment, combining manual therapy and tailored exercise to achieve the best possible outcome for each patient.
Andrea Hemingway
Specialist Polytrauma Physiotherapist
Andrea is a Chartered Physiotherapist and has a an MSc in Sports Injury and Therapy. She qualified in injection Therapy in 2001 and is our treatment specialist in Ostenil, for patients with Osteoarthritis and tendon problems. Andrea has expertise in clinical practice, regulatory judgement, and governance for fitness-to-practise decisions, quality assurance, and assessment.
Natalia Slongo
Chartered Physiotherapist & Pillates Teacher
Natalia Slongo brings international experience from Brazil, Portugal and the UK, specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, Pilates and acupuncture. Taking a personalised and holistic approach, she combines evidence-based treatment with movement and care to support recovery, reduce pain and improve long-term function.
Ray McCaughan
Nurse & Lifestyle practioner
Raymond McCaughan is a qualified nurse with 25 years’ experience across acute, chronic and mental health care. A certified Lifestyle Medicine practitioner and member of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine, Raymond uses an evidence-based approach to help people make positive, sustainable lifestyle changes that can improve their health and wellbeing.
Sally
Office Manager
Sally is a retired teacher who joined the Balanced Life team, having been a client of Claire’s for several years, attending both physiotherapy and yoga. She supports Claire, Ellie, Natalia and Andrea with the administration and finance side of the clinic, including appointments, invoicing and payment queries, as well as helping to organise the yoga classes.
