our osteopaths

Andrew Cleave
B.Sc (Hons), M.Ost, PGCE,BCST, Osteopath

Andrew has a Masters degree in Osteopathy from the European School of Osteopathy. He has also worked as a Craniosacral Therapist since 2010, that encompassed both the physical and mental aspects of patients’ well-being. Andrew uses a variety of osteopathic approaches, including traditional structural techniques, but he also specialises in Cranial Osteopathy. He aims to empower patients, and so may offer lifestyle advice and simple exercise prescriptions to optimise recovery. He continues his post-graduate studies at the Osteopathic Centre for Children in London, developing specialist knowledge and skills in treating babies, children, pregnant and post-partum women.

Samantha (Sam) Webb
BSc (Hons) MOst Osteopath

Samantha (Sam) graduated from the British School of Osteopathy with a master’s degree in Osteopathy in 2012 and then came to work at the clinic. She became interested in osteopathy after experiencing the successful effects of osteopathic treatment on her horse! Sam wanted to be able to help both people and animals in the same way and this led to her osteopathic career. She has now completed a post graduate qualification in animal osteopathy. Sam takes a special interest in sports men and women as well as the treatment of more senior members of the community.

OUR ACUPUNCTURIST

Simon Casciano
BSc (Hons) LicAc Acupuncturist

Simon graduated from the International College of Oriental Medicine in 2011 with a degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He practises a gentle style of acupuncture which stimulates physical and emotional healing by supporting the body’s energy and immune system.

He runs a private practice in East Sussex and he has studied with notable senior Acupuncture practitioners in the UK and Holland to enrich his understanding of the constitutional causes and origins of health and disease. Simon’s kind and personable manner draws patients to see him for painful and stress related conditions and symptoms. Throughout his clinical career Simon has gained much experience in treating patients suffering from a wide range of conditions including migraine headaches, insomnia, anxiety, arthritis and fatigue.

Simon’s first degree was in music, and before training as an acupuncturist Simon travelled the world working as a professional pianist.

Jon Parsons
DO MSc PGCHE MA SFHEA, Osteopath

After a successful career as an export manager for a chemical company Jon experienced osteopathy as a patient and decided to train for a new career as an osteopath. A Maidstone osteopath Jon graduated from the European School of Osteopathy (ESO) in 1989. Since then he has pursued a successful clinical role at the Bower Mount Clinic as well as being International Head of Department at the ESO for many years responsible for the training of osteopaths in over eleven countries. Jon is a published author and has a master’s degree in osteopathy and a Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE). Jon is highly experienced in all forms of osteopathic practice.

Brian Walklett
BSc (Hons) Ost DO Osteopath

After completing an Honours degree and qualifying as an Osteopath in 1997 Brian studied for a PGC in education and an Advanced Osteopathic Medicine Masters degree. Yet another Maidstone osteopath Brian ran his own practice before going to New Zealand to work. On his return Brian worked as an Osteopathic Lecturer and Tutor both in the UK and abroad.

Running his own Practice for many years combined with his role as an examiner, teacher researcher and sportsman has enabled Brian to develop as a multi-skilled practitioner using a diversity of techniques from the totally structural approach to the softer functional and cranial approaches.

OUR PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC COUNSELLOR

Kelly Chambers
BA (Hons), Dip. Couns, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

Kelly is a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor trained in Transactional Analysis. TA helps us examine our interactions and provides a framework to help achieve personal growth and change. Kelly has a wealth of experience having worked in the London Counselling service for clients with wide-ranging issues such as anxiety and relationship difficulties, with children and families in the voluntary sector with a particular interest in addressing the impact of illness (both physical and mental health) on the individual and the associated family members. Kelly has also provided counselling for the last 7 years in a rehabilitation centre for issues of addiction and in private practice in Maidstone. Kelly is bound by a strict code of professional practice and is a member of The European Association of Transactional Analysis and The International Association for Relational Transactional Analysis. All counselling sessions are treated as strictly confidential.

OUR MASSAGE THERAPIST

Judith Roomes
ITEC.DIP, Massage therapist

Judith is a fully qualified massage therapist with fourteen years’ experience. She holds an ITEC Diploma in anatomy, physiology and massage and an Advanced Soft Tissue and Remedial Massage qualification. Judith also holds an ITEC Diploma in Stress Massage and qualifications in Muscle Energy Testing and Soft Tissue Releases.

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The Bower Mount Clinic
62 Bower Mount Road
Maidstone, Kent
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    About Us

    We are a family-run friendly Clinic established for 40 years ago as a centre of excellence for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. We focus on a patient centred approach offering our patients an integrated approach to a wide range of conditions.

    Our experienced practitioners offer a wide range of treatments including Osteopathy, Acupuncture, Alexander Technique (for postural re-education) Counselling and Psychotherapy, and Remedial Massage.

    The Bower Mount Clinic also has practitioners with a special interest in the care of expectant mothers and children as well as a sports clinic run by a practitioner trained in Osteopathy, sports coaching, and pilates.

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