Meet the Team

At the Sussex Back Pain Clinic we have a team of male and female osteopaths who have each trained for a minimum of 4 years at the leading UK osteopathic colleges. All our osteopaths are statutory regulated by the General Osteopathic Council (www.osteopathy.org.uk) under The Osteopaths Act 1993. We are registered with the British Osteopathic Association (www.osteopathy.org), and are also professional members of BackCare, the national charity for healthier backs. Use of the title ‘Osteopath’ is protected by law and restricted only to those on the Osteopathic Register. Osteopaths are primary healthcare providers giving osteopaths the same legal status as doctors, dentists and chiropractors.
	Steve Morris DO Steve founded the Sussex Back Pain Clinic in 1990. He graduated from the British School of Osteopathy in London then worked for several years as an associate in a large practice. Steve also ran NHS clinics within a local GP’s practice for three years, and was one of the first osteopaths locally to be accepted on to the statutory register of osteopaths. He is also a member of the British Osteopathic Association and a professional member of the national BackCare charity. Steve has lectured to both GPs and local interest groups on osteopathic treatment of back pain as well as lecturing in schools on preventative care. He has written several articles for local papers and has appeared on local television and radio. With a particular interest in the significance of posture and muscular co-ordination in back pain, Steve has also worked with several local companies advising on workplace ergonomics and prevention of repetitive strain injury (RSI).
	Chris Green BSc (Hons) Ost Chris graduated from the British School of Osteopathy with a BSc (Hons) in Osteopathy after initially training at the John Wernham College of Classical Osteopathy. His field of interest within osteopathy is the 'classical' approach to treatment. Classical osteopathy uses gentle articulation of joints, soft-tissue release and manipulation of the muscular-skeletal system. The aim of treatment is to balance the nervous system and circulation to the affected parts of the body allowing the restoration of health and the relief of pain.
	Matthew Abbott BSc (Hons) Ost Matt received his degree from the Surrey Institute of Osteopathic Medicine and has worked in practices in Crawley and Haywards Heath before moving to Brighton. Although experienced in general osteopathy, he has a special interest in sports injuries especially running and tennis, in which he is actively involved. Matt also holds a post-graduate qualification in Medical Acupuncture.
	Beth Hazelwood Having completed a Batchelor of Science degree at Liverpool University in Anatomy and Human Biology, Beth went on to study at the prestigious British School of Osteopathy. Whilst there she developed an interest in the role of osteopathy within the wider community; especially enjoying working in schools and homeless shelters. She enjoys treating patients from all walks of life but finds treating and maintaining the health of elderly patients especially fulfilling.
	James Pickard BSc (Hons) Ost James Pickard qualified from the British School of Osteopathy in London with a BSc Honours Osteopathy. He is a qualified personal trainer and a black belt in karate, which has instilled in him the importance of health and exercise within the osteopathic field. Through his experience he specialises in bio-mechanical assessments, sporting injuries and exercise advice and also has a particular interest in the biomechanics of feet and their importance in structural problems that may have widespread effects on the body.
	Gaynor Roberts BSc (Hons) Ost Gaynor graduated from the British College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) with a first class honours degree in Osteopathic Medicine, and diplomas in Osteopathy and Naturopathy, before moving on to postgraduate training in Cranial Osteopathy and Paediatric Osteopathy with the Sutherland Cranial College. She has a BA Honours in Psychology, and is a qualified Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Practitioner. She has lectured and tutored in Visceral Osteopathy to 3rd year students at BCOM, and also teaches classes in meditation and breath-work for health and wellbeing. Gaynor treats patients of all ages, with a holistic and integrated approach, emphasising personal empowerment at all stages of her patients’ journeys back to health. She has a special interest in mind-body medicine, psychoneuroimmunology and stress.
	Beki Tamkin M.Ost Beki qualified from the British School of Osteopathy, achieving a distinction at master’s level. Beki uses a holistic approach, looking at the whole body and lifestyle factors. She likes to involve patients with treatment to promote patient independence. Beki has a particular interest in biomechanics, looking at the unique way a person moves during normal, daily activities or in their sport. Through treatment and rehabilitation she hopes to promote the patient’s ability to perform successfully and without pain in their everyday life.
	Hilary Cornish M. Ost Hilary graduated from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia with a Master’s Degree in Osteopathy. Having worked in rural Australia she is experienced in treating a wide range of conditions over a broad client demographic. She is experienced in treating patients of all ages including new-born babies and children and has a keen interest in obstetrics and women’s health. Her post graduate training includes Cranial Osteopathy and Balance Ligamentous Tension (BLT) techniques with the Sutherland Teaching Foundation, and sports injury management with Sports Medicine Australia. Hilary is also a fully qualified Pilates instructor in both mat and reformer based equipment and has been teaching Pilates for the past 6 years. Having a background in Classical ballet has led her to have a keen interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation. Hilary is passionate about assisting patients to gain their full health potential, and provides a holistic approach to the management and treatment of each individual patient.
	Suzanne Burnett Msc Suzanne has been passionate about exercise and helping people achieve their health and fitness goals since she first entered the industry in 1991. In 1993 she extended her practice to include massage therapy and has since found this to be an essential part of her work. Suzanne has an extensive list of clients of all ages, varying levels of activity and with various health conditions. She works with patients individually to ensure individual treatment is effective, enjoyable and informative.
	Carl Trimmer (STAT) Carl trained for three years at the highly respected Alexander Technique College of Brighton to become a member of the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) Following a number of years of successfully teaching in private practice, and whilst still remaining in private practice, Carl returned to the course on a part time basis to become a member of the teaching staff at the college for three years. This entailed introducing all aspects of the Alexander Technique to the students and to encourage a deeper understanding of the Technique. Within his private practice, Carl has done numerous workshops and talks, to groups and businesses, as well as the normal one to one lessons. Carl's aim in one to one lessons at the clinic is to introduce pupils to the fundamentals of the Alexander Technique and to enable them to explore for themselves the effect habitual thought and movement patterns have on the body.
	Shaun Harris, CHEK Exercise Coach DIP. PT/ST Shaun has been working alongside the Sussex Back Pain Clinic since 2006, having jointly founded the ABC (Active Back Care) course, which helped many people control their pain, improving their ability to work and perform day to day tasks. Shaun has now joined the team here at the clinic, offering Corrective and High Performance Exercise Coaching and Metabolic Typing Diet Analysis.
	Susie Rockwell MBBS DRCOG DCH MFHom Susie is a Medical Homeopath and also works as an NHS GP & GP appraiser. She has a diploma in nutritional healing and incorporates nutritional therapy and advice into her holistic consultations. She also uses CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) techniques when indicated. She is a member of the Faculty of Homeopathy and is secretary of the Brighton & Hove physicians' special interest group in homeopathy. Susie has a particular interest in using homeopathy & nutrition to treat women's hormonal problems and childhood illnesses including recurrent conditions such as asthma, eczema, tonsillitis, glue ear, gastrointestinal problems and minor sleep and behavioural difficulties. She also acts as a medical advisor for the Kent & Sussex ME society and carries out medical assessments of people with possible CFS/ME. For more info see www.susierockwell.co.uk