Marnie Stinson Practice Manager & Co-Owner

Marnie is co-owner and practice manager of Brighton Physiotherapy Clinic.  As an experienced business woman, she is keenly aware of the need for outstanding customer service, and this is her number one priority in running the clinic. Please contact Marnie at the Kemptown Clinic on 01273 621248 if you’d like further information about the treatments we offer, to book an appointment, or to answer any questions you may have.

Tina Mason Co-Owner, BSc (Hons), M.C.S.P., M.A.A.C.P. Registered with HCPC

Tina qualified as a physiotherapist in 2001 having studied at Kings College London University. She has worked extensively both in the UK, for the NHS and in private practice, and also abroad, having spent several skiing seasons as a Head Physiotherapist in Val D’Isere, France.

Tina has extensive experience in the treatment of all musculoskeletal disorders, and has a particular interest in the use of acupuncture. She is based mainly in the Brighton clinic.

Tina and Marnie (practice manager) have recently taken over the running of the practice from Sara Baxter and will continue to run clinics from both Brighton (Kemp Town clinic)  and Hove (Tredcroft Road clinic).

Amy Chapman BSc MSc PG Cert, M.C.S.P. Registered with HCPC

Amy qualified as a physiotherapist in 2006, having also previously gained a degree in Sports rehabilitation in 2004. She currently works part time in the Hove clinic, whilst also working as a Senior Physiotherapist part time in the NHS. Amy has comprehensive experience in the treatment of sports injuries and provides physiotherapy cover for several local rugby teams.

Claire Powell Bsc (hons), M.C.S.P. Registered with HCPC

Claire qualified with a BSc in Physiotherapy from Cardiff University in 2007. She has experience working within the NHS and private sector in the UK as well as abroad, having spent 2 years treating expats and athletes in Singapore.

Claire has a particular interest in Sports injuries and has worked with rugby teams, tennis players, netballers and runners competing at international level.

She currently works part-time in the Brighton clinic as both a physiotherapist and Physio Yoga 1:1, whilst also working part time for private hospital.

Annabel Pelham

Annabel trained at St Georges, University of London, and graduated in 2008.  She worked in the NHS for 5 years, specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and Occupational Health.  She has since worked in the private sector and has done postgraduate training in Women’s Health, Men’s Health, acupuncture, Pilates and manual therapy. Annabel has only recently moved to Hove, and whilst loving exploring the area also enjoys yoga, cooking and running.

Caleigh Smith BSc (Hons), M.C.S.P. Registered with HCPC

Caleigh qualified as a physiotherapist from St Georges University of London before gaining a position at Bristol’s major trauma centre: Southmead Hospital. She has also worked with a national league rugby club in acute injury management, injury prevention and early sports rehabilitation. In addition to her role in the UK Caleigh has also provided voluntary physiotherapy in North West Africa. Having grown up in nearby Lewes, Caleigh has now returned to Sussex and is now continuing her NHS career as a senior physiotherapist at the Royal Sussex County Hospital whilst also working part-time at our Kemptown clinic. 

Elise Rawson

Elise qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2011 from the University of Brighton and also has a degree in Sports Science. She has worked both for the NHS and privately with both adults and children. 

Gabriella Rose Pilates Teacher, Personal Trainer & Rehab Specialist

Gaby is a qualified Personal Trainer, Rehab Specialist and Pilates Teacher who has studied the Appi Pilates method in London as well as her GP Referral qualification with Premier Training International. Presently she is employed as a Physiotherapy Technician at the Brighton County Hospital. She specialises in working with patients completing their rehab whether they have sports injuries, back pain or are recovering from surgery. Furthermore, she supports people who simply need to improve their strength and flexibility to reduce pain and unease in the body. Drawing on various methods to help clients to reach their goals and feel empowered through movement. This technique plays a huge role in her work at the hospital producing fantastic results with her patients.

Gaby has always enjoyed and thrived on activities such as dance, yoga, running and swimming. Through her own personal experience she has come to understand that the mind and body are strongly related; she draws upon her knowledge gained from meditation courses and her yoga practice. Gaby believes that physical strength and peace of mind can have significant positive effects on how we live our lives and our general well being.

Justine Dennett Licentiate of Acupuncture in Classic Chinese Medicine

Justine qualified as an acupuncturist in 2002 having studied at the International College of Oriental Medicine in East Grinstead, gaining a Licentiate of Acupuncture in Classic Chinese Medicine.

She is a committed member of the Acupuncture Society, a registered body ensuring she maintains a high standard of practice through continued training within the Oriental medicine field.

She has a special interest in treating children, and has a wealth of experience in treating a diverse range of health conditions, including musculoskeletal problems of the shoulders, knees, lower back and sciatica, gynaecological issues, assisted fertility treatments and inductions.ince completing post graduate courses in paediatric acupuncture 5 years ago has treated children for bedwetting, tummy aches, asthma, nasal congestion and hay fever.

Depending on the age of the patient and the condition being presented she may use a few very fine needles, moxibustion (heat therapy), cupping (suction therapy) and massage with the use of essential oils to restore well being.