About Us

Serving the Highgate community for over 15 years; all of our therapists are registered.

Meet the team

Reception

Carmen
Michelle (Clinic Manager)
Ruth

 

Osteopaths

Simeon Niel-Asher
Peter Clark
Deborah Smith
Stephen Sacks
Mira Beattie
Vishal Khednah
Tony Wilson
Jo Sollinger

 

Simeon Niel-Asher BPhil BSc (Ost) - Osteopath

Simeon is an acknowledged leader in the field of Osteopathic healthcare. Winner of the prestigious 2006 CAM award (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) for Outstanding Practice;

Simeon has been named as one of the top 10 Osteopaths by the London (Evening Standard).

He lectures around the world and is author of several books including, the best selling ‘The concise book of trigger points’ and “Treat your own frozen shoulder’. For more information or to order a copy click here.

Simeon Qualified with a BSc (Ost) from The British School of Osteopathy in 1992. He later obtained a BPhil in Comp Health Studies University of Exeter 1996.

Between ‘01 – ‘03 he was involved in researching his novel treatment for the frozen shoulder at Addenbrookes hospital.

Simeon works both in London (second Sunday in every month for ten days) and now in Israel – see the Israeli clinic.

Simeon has invented several new Osteopathic techniques and is best known for his breakthrough work and research in treating frozen shoulder syndrome. Visit the frozen shoulder website here.

 

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PETER CLARK - BSc (Hons) Ost Med D.O N.D

As a very keen sportsman, Peter has a natural desire for health, nutrition and fitness. After spending a few years in New Zealand mixing work with competitive mountain biking and surfing, Peter returned with a rich knowledge and desire to focus on sports injuries.

His qualifications as a core stability and pilates instructor give him great foundations for treating and developing rehabilitation programmes for patients.

His professional and caring nature allow Peter to be a very effective and understanding Osteopath and Rehabilitation specialist.

DEBORAH SMITH - BSc (Hons) Ost Med D.O N.D

Deborah is an experienced Osteopath and has been with our team for 3+ years. In addition to practising general osteopathy, she has developed particular skills in the treatment of:

• babies and children
• pregnancy related pain
• the treatment of frozen shoulder

 

Deborah qualified with a BSc (Hons) Osteopathic Medicine degree from the British College of Osteopathic Medicine and is a Registered Osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council. 

Deborah has undertaken post graduate training in Cranial Osteopathy and Medical Acupuncture.  Both of these techniques enable treatment of a broader range of conditions and improve treatment outcomes for many patients.

She is currently studying for an MSc in Child Health to specialise further in the treatment of children and pregnancy related conditions. As part of her studies she has taken a particular interest in symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) in pregnancy and flat-head syndrome in babies.

STEPHEN SACKS - BSc (Hons) Ost Med D.O N.D

It is a pleasure to join the team at Back into Shape. I bring not only experience in Osteopathy and Naturopathy but an understanding of the unit of body and ‘soul’.

Prior to and during osteopathy, I practiced as a rabbi in two of the biggest synagogues in the U.K. I firmly believe in the naturopathic connective triad of Physical, Emotional and Spiritual.

Though my focus is on structural health, I try to assist the ultimate goal of total body wellbeing through physical health.

 

Stephen’s advise on the perfect posture

Follow these simple steps to quickly improve your posture:
1) Bring your feet parallel, not turned out, and about hip width apart. Bringing your feet parallel engages the muscles in the front of your thighs and keeps your hips, knees and ankles in proper alignment.

2) Reach up through the top of your head, feeling your spine lengthen, getting tall.

3) Bring your pelvis to a neutral position. To find this position, tuck your tailbone slightly until your pelvis is directly over your thighs, so there is no bend in your hip joints, and there's less sway in your low back. As you tuck your tailbone, you should begin to feel your abdominal muscles start to engage.

4) Draw your shoulder blades back towards each other allowing the shoulders to naturally follow. Your hands should fall in line with the seams of your pants.

5) Tuck your chin in level, keeping your head directly over the spot between your shoulders, not forward or back.

Keep this posture for minute or two. At the beginning it is difficult but will get easier and you will eventually find it more difficult to slump. You can play a game with yourself holding this posture as you walk between lampposts.

MIRA BEATTIE - colonic hydrotherapist & Homeopath

I am delighted to join the prestigious and internationally renowned Back into Shape team. At the clinic as everyone is committed and very passionate about educating patients on how to get healthier and happier. In my experience ultimate health comes from the balance of mind, body and soul. Make this year the year you start to work on yourself and learn how to achieve that balance with personalised advice and gentle but effective treatments such as colonics that will energise you and help clear your body and mind.

For many people, digestive health is a matter of great concern, and many women and men suffer from constipation, diarrhoea, IBS, bloating, itching and other complaints that just won't go away. In addition, we are bombarded by the information about what we can and cannot do: how much water we should drink, what we should eat, how to stay young and happy or what a person's weight should be.  Is being vegetarian a good thing for everyone? Is sashimi and miso the new miracle diet? Indeed, finding your own way in the labyrinth of facts, figures and assumptions is sometimes very difficult.

Why not try our detox package that will help you beat the winter blues and show you that it is possible to feel more energetic and lighter just when you thought “I guess I am older now and I just can not feel the same way as I did ten years ago”. It will give you the boost you long for and will remind you: your health is your wealth.

VISHAL KHEDNAH - fitness guru, personal trainer, posturologist and rehab specialist

We call Vish ‘the guru’, his charm, dedication and professionalism are patent from the very first moment you meet him.

Vishal is a highly trained corrective exercise specialist with a12 year background in personal training Vishal blends the philosophies of: Paul Chek, Pilates and yoga to name but a few. He is a creative, dynamic and highly skilled therapist.

Vishal is the director of the rehabilitation part of the clinic, from our state of the art rehabilitation and personal training studio.

Here we focus on a range of specific, evidence based and result generated programmes:

• Rehabilitation
• Posturology (with gate and posture photo and video analysis)
  Cardio-Vascular rehabilitation
• 1:1 Functional Integrated Training (FIT)
• Golf biomechanics and improved performance
• Vibration Training - Individual and small groups
• Kineses training - Individual and small groups

 

Did you know we have a gymnasium?

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TONY WILSON – Personal trainer, nutritional specialist

As a Personal Trainer and strength & conditioning coach, I am passionate about staying in good shape.

My Job as a Back into Shape Personal Trainer is to provide a comprehensive one-on-one educational movement program for my clients, to assist them in achieving their fitness goals. I have a no-nonsense approach to fitness training, which is reflected in my own passion for physical development and the enthusiasm which I share with my clients.

Personal Training is all about taking you from where you are, to where you want to be. I believe training is about pushing the boundaries with the right amount of cardio and strength training.

Nutrition also plays an important role and should include the right combination of Protein, Fats and Carbohydrates to achieve optimal health and fitness. I work closely with Mira the Colonic Hydro-therapist and the Back Into Shape Team to devise the nutritional aspect of the detox and cleansing program; enabling clients to begin feeling more in control with their own body.

Every work out is different and specially tailored to meet the clients individual goals and needs, but most importantly the training sessions are good fun. I’m a very positive trainer, full of energy and life and always motivating clients to reach their full potential....

JO SOLLINGER - massage therapist

In the past 12 years I have studied various holistic and spiritual therapies extensively, attaining several diplomas including:

• Johrei Therapy, Anatomy & Physiology
• Holistic Massage
• Indian Head Massage
• Reiki, Reflexology
• Aromatherapy
• Indian Head Massage
• Crystal Therap
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Ear Candling
• Emotional Freedom Techniques
• Lymphatic Drainage Massage

All my treatments are tailored to suit everyone’s individual needs.

My hobbies include yoga, meditation, taking long walks and spending time with my family.

I like to make up my own blends of natural organic oils for use in Aromatherapy.
Member of Complementary Therapists Association.

I am available most days at the Highgate on Saturdays (gift vouchers available).