Our team

Rhianydd trained at St.George’s Medical School in London, and became an NHS GP in 2013. Having developed a special interest in women’s health, she completed further training with the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health, where she received an Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care.

‘I joined Clinic51 to help arm women with the evidence-based knowledge they need to make confident, individual decisions about their health care – to help them regain their sense of self and to flourish during the menopause’.

Rhianydd is a GP at the Langley House Surgery in Chichester, where she lives with her husband and young family. She offers consultations with patients at Black Barn.

Sian trained at Cambrige University and St Mary’s Medical School, Imperial College. She is an experienced GP of more than 20 years experience and has a special interest in women’s health. She is a member of the British Menopause Society and is a recognised menopause specialist, holding the Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care. She is also a trainer with the British Menopause Society.

Sian also has a special interest in migraine, having spent some time working for the National Migraine Centre, and also in diabetes - leading on diabetes management for many years in a large practice and running a primary care diabetes clinic in London. She enjoys all facets of preventative health care and chronic disease management. She was a partner in an NHS GP surgery for 20 years and is also a GP trainer, appraiser and senior appraiser.

“I am dedicated to providing excellent, evidenced-based menopause care with a view to significantly improving quality of life for women in perimenopause and menopause.”

Sian lives in South London with her husband and 3 teenage children. She offers consultations virtually and in person at Black Barn.

Rachel worked as a Sexual Health Consultant in Leeds for almost 10 years, before moving to the South Coast in 2013. Since then she has worked as an Associate Specialist in Integrated Sexual Health / HIV at the Rowlands Road Clinic in Worthing, and is an FSRH accredited contraceptive implant and IUD / IUS inserter. She developed a special interest in menopause after witnessing a significant increase in the numbers of women needing advice and struggling, not only with the most common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, but also with the profound loss of confidence and relationship difficulties it can bring.

‘Since being diagnosed with an early menopause myself, the first thing I now pack when going on holiday are my oestrogen patches! I relish the opportunity that Clinic51 provides for us to share expertise as a team, and to help women struggling with menopause at what is often already a challenging time of life’. Rachel lives in East Preston with her husband, who is a local GP, her four children and two whippets. She is able to see patients remotely via video appointment.

Sam has over 20 years experience as an NHS doctor with a special interest in Women’s Health and Menopause care. She is a member of The British Menopause Society and holds the Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care. She is also a trainer with the British Menopause Society.

Sam previously worked as a GP Partner and Mental Health Lead at a large practice for many years. She runs an NHS menopause clinic and is also an NHS locum GP and GP appraiser.

‘I am passionate about providing holistic menopause care and believe that every woman should continue being the best version of themselves through the challenges of midlife. I have a special interest in mental health and how this can be affected in the perimenopausal years’.

Sam lives in Cheam with her husband and two teenage children, and her very loved Labradoodle, Ozzy. She provides appointments both virtually and in person at Black Barn.

Jo trained at St Mary’s Hospital Medical School, Imperial College London and graduated in 1999 with Honours in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Surgery. Since qualifying, she has enjoyed all aspects of medicine and holistic care and went on to specialise in General Practice, gaining a distinction for the Membership of the Royal College of GPs (MRCGP). She is a recognised British Menopause Society specialist, and holds the Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care. She also has an interest in lifestyle medicine.

Jo has worked as a GP in Winchester for over 20 years, appraises GPs and teaches and examines medical students studying at The University of Southampton. She has always had an interest in women’s health and gained the Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (DRCOG) and in Family Planning (DFFP).

“As a perimenopausal woman myself, I understand the importance of excellent, holistic menopausal care. At your appointment, I work with you to understand what is important to you. We will develop an individual plan together to help you feel at your best now and enable you to make informed lifestyle decisions to improve your future health.”

Jo is a busy working mum with three sons. She relaxes by walking her noisy miniature dachshund, Lola, exercising and socialising with friends. Jo provides appointments both virtually, and at Black Barn.

Lucy trained in the midlands at Warwick Medical School and has worked as a GP here in West Sussex since 2017.

During this time she has developed a love of Lifestyle Medicine, preventative medicine and women's health. She completed her Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 2014 (DRCOG) and has built on this framework with the latest British Menopause Society Accreditation, in addition to completing the Royal College of General Practitioners accredited qualification in Lifestyle Medicine. 

"I am pleased to be able to offer consultations with women to explore their health and longevity during midlife, and to manage symptoms of menopause. I look forward to working together to provide individualised, holistic care to promote your best health and maximise your quality of life"

Outside of work Lucy is a keen runner, both informally and within the local organised running circuit. She also has a passion for art and whilst rarely finds the time to create much herself anymore, she enjoys visiting the latest exhibitions in the UK and across Europe when time permits. 

Lucy lives in West Sussex with her husband and two daughters. She will be offering women consultations in person at Black Barn.

Louise has a background in sports coaching, insurance, finance and medical administration.

Louise qualified as a phlebotomist in 2018 and is furthering her skills on a Trainee Nursing associate apprenticeship.

“I am passionate about healthcare and always endeavour to put my patients at ease and ensure that the experience they have is as relaxed and smooth as possible”.

Louise lives in Storrington with her husband, two beautiful children and their cat. When she is not spending time with her family and friends she can be found supporting her favourite rugby team, Harlequins.

She works part time at The Barn.

Ruth completed her Registered General Nurses training at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London, and has over 30 years of nursing experience. In that time she has worked on gynaecology, orthopaedic, and oncology wards, in out-patient departments, as a GP practice nurse, and as a staff & school nurse.

Alongside her work at Clinic51, Ruth currently works as a GP practice nurse in the NHS at Pulborough Medical Group, where, amongst other things, she runs cervical smear clinics.

Ruth runs our Cervical Smear and Well Woman Screen clinics at Black Barn. She loves to help women have the best experience of healthcare, by using her training, expertise and experience to help women feel safe, secure, and comfortable.

Ruth lives locally, and in her spare time enjoys time with her family (including dogs), and motorbikes.

Becky qualified as a Chartered Physiotherapist in 2006 and specialised in Women's Health Physiotherapy in 2017, having completed a range of additional specialist training.

Becky's focus is on pelvic health, but she takes a holistic approach to all of her patients, and is passionate about considering the whole body from head to gut to toe (and everything in between!). Her empathetic and approachable manner helps put women at their ease, even when talking about sensitive health issues.

She is extremely experienced in working with women from peri to post-menopause and can help with anything pelvic related, from pain, to prolapse, to leaking and more.

‘I absolutely love helping women with their pelvic health, and I am passionate about empowering women to help themselves, and to understand what is normal, what is not, and what they can do about it. I encourage all women to have pelvic floor MOT’s, to check that all is working well and to also help prevent any issues in the future. It’s an honour to be working alongside such fantastic menopause specialists at Clinic51, to fully support women’.

Becky and her husband Bill own Perfect Motion Physio in Midhurst, West Sussex, where they live with their two young children. Alongside their specialist physiotherapy services, they also offer clinical Pilates, sports physio and massage therapy.

Becky offers Women’s Health Physio appointments at the Black Barn on the 2nd Wednesday of every month.

Carolyn is an experienced, qualified Personal Trainer with Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instruction and Personal Training from Premier Global / NASM. She is also a Member of the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

She is passionate about exercise and helping her clients discover the countless benefits that regular exercise can bring to their physical and mental health and general wellbeing.

‘Exercising regularly during menopause really helps to alleviate some of the more challenging aspects that this hormonal event throws at us. Weight-bearing exercise, in particular, is vital for our bone health, especially post-menopause, helping reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. I am looking forward to helping women at Clinic 51 get started with exercising and discover the huge benefits it will bring as they navigate their way through menopause and beyond.’

Carolyn will initially offer small-group exercise courses at the Barn, especially for women who are looking to start, or get back into, weight-bearing exercise safely.

Carolyn lives near Pulborough with her husband and three teenage children. She is a passionate runner and runs regularly on the lanes and trails near her home. She has trained for and competed in numerous 10K and Half Marathon events and has also completed the London, Paris & Edinburgh Marathons and achieved an age-group qualification entry to the Boston Marathon in the US, which she ran in April 2023.

Eliza is an experienced Chartered Physiotherapist who graduated in 2007 and has specialised in the area of Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation.

She started her Pilates training with the APPI (Australian Physiotherapy Pilates Institute) in 2013 and began teaching regular classes in 2014. She continues to build on her practice by attending regular courses with the APPI and has recently completed the Pilates for the Menopause course.

'I love teaching Pilates and seeing the beneficial effects of regular practice for a range of clients. I am particularly excited to run small classes for Clinic 51 at the Black Barn, tailoring the exercises around issues commonly encountered during peri and post-menopause. This includes focus on pelvic floor function, weight bearing and resistance exercises for bone health and body strength, and also elements of mindfulness, breathwork and relaxation for managing fatigue, anxiety and stress.'

Eliza is a mother of four children and works as a Physiotherapist for the NHS alongside teaching Pilates classes in the local area.

She is also available to book in 1:1 private Pilates sessions as required.

Anna Marie Gough is an expert in the field of breathwork and cold water therapy, and is passionate about educating and supporting people with these ancient healing methods, to optimise physical and emotional well-being. She truly believes that they can be key to well-being, health, and can help people to find calm, happiness and balance in their life and relationships.

Anna is trained in Pranayama breath techniques, and in 2021 also qualified in the Oxygen Advantage Technique – often used by professional sports people to achieve their highest potential, but also proven to benefit everyone in the form of increased energy and enhanced focus.

Anna herself experienced an early and sudden menopause, and understands women’s need to feel safe and supported during this incredibly important time.

At Clinic51 Anna will be running breathwork & cold water events, a regular evening breathwork workshop, and offering women 1:1 breathwork sessions.

Kelly is an Aromatherapist who has been working as a therapist since 1999 after qualifying with The College of Classical Massage. She runs a successful practice in West Sussex and is a qualified teacher offering Professional Courses and CPD Workshops at her training centre – the Sussex School of Natural Therapists (that she runs with a colleague).

Kelly's passion is working with the beauty of Aromatherapy. Over the years she has had the pleasure of working with and being taught by many renowned Aromatherapists and natural practitioners and has seen her clients benefit from the use of essential oils through massage and creating personalised blends to use at home or at work.

Kelly has worked with women for any years, supporting their health needs right through from teenage girls, fertility and pregnancy, perimenopause and menopause and the later years. She has offered Aromatherapy to the Breast Cancer Support group in Brighton.

She offers a gentle space for women to feel nurtured, listened to, and for women to completely relax, allowing time to step away from the pressures of everyday life.

After a detailed consultation, Kelly will expertly blend a Bespoke Synergy of Essential oils for her clients needs. The changes that happen through peri-menopause and menopause will be different for every woman, which is why every treatment is unique.

Helen qualified as an Emotional Intelligence Coach in 2009 and worked as a coach and facilitator within the corporate world for a number of years before setting up her own company in 2019.

Helen’s approach is routed in the belief that by intentionally changing the way we live, love, and work we can create a kinder and more compassionate world, but this must start with ourselves.

‘I help people look inwards to understand how their thoughts, feelings and behaviours impact their daily life and their future. By understanding the interplay and influence of habits and lifestyle choices, I teach them how to take ownership and accountability to live their life with purpose and compassion.

I think women have so much power and influence, we just need to learn how to harness and apply it. Through 1:1 coaching and in group workshops, I help women develop their self-awareness, take ownership and accountability, and turn frustration into fulfilment.

I am excited and proud to be part of the team at Clinic 51 supporting women at an incredibly significant time of their life.’

Helen and her husband Ian live in Fittleworth, West Sussex where they love to walk and enjoy the countryside. Helen has recently completed Oxygen Advantage training to be able to offer breathwork alongside her coaching.

Laura is the founder of Be.Modern Meditation and creator of the Be. Mindful Mindset™️ framework. She uses a potent combination of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Meditation, Mindfulness, and Self-compassion practices so you can feel better and thrive.

Laura will be bringing the Be. Mindful Mindset™️ programme to Clinic 51, working 1:1 and delivering group courses and experiences. Her CBT and mindfulness-based approach helps midlife women to build resilience, calm and purpose. This is supported with Laura’s app-based Be.Modern Meditation platform and community that brings personalised and tailored resources to help participants to take in-session insights into everyday life.

“I’m passionate about helping mid life women to rebalance their body, mind and internal environment. The menopause transition is undoubtedly a challenge for so many of us. With the right skills and support we can choose to move towards the life we truly want and deserve. Even when we can’t change what happens to us, we can learn to cope better and thrive”

Laura is navigating her own peri-menopause transition, and brings a wealth and depth of empathy and experience to complement her therapeutic skills and support. She lives in Hampshire with her husband and two teens, plus her crazy dog Milky and (the boss of it all) Daisy the cat.

Olwen is an experienced therapist and has an MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling. She is an integrative psychotherapist, and uses different techniques, which can be combined to give the best possible outcome for you. Olwen is also a registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).

‘I am passionate about working with women and I feel strongly that our emotional health is every bit as important as our physical health. Although we are all familiar with the importance of exercise, eating well and good sleep for our physical health, sadly supporting our mental health is too often considered a luxury or overlooked completely. Taking care of your mental health is vital to your wellbeing and you don’t need to be at crisis point before you seek help.’

Sigi was born and raised in Iceland – leaving when she was 17 and landing in Norway, where she worked in fashion. She always knew she wanted to help people and work with her hands – which led to her training as a massage therapist. She has three children, and now lives and works in West Sussex.

Through careful questions about lifestyle and on-going health concerns, plus a unique ability to tune into the body’s needs and her clients’ emotional state, Sigi is able to provide a bespoke treatment for each individual.

Sigi is a very special addition to our team. Her ability to use therapeutic touch to restore a feeling of wellbeing is totally unique.

Nicola is a qualified Integrative Counsellor, registered with the BACP. Through my training , I have acquired a toolbox of skills to support clients on their unique paths. My initial attraction to counselling stemmed from witnessing the consistent positive impact it had on people’s lives during times of adversity.

Central to her counselling philosophy is the unwavering commitment to offer compassion and kindness, providing a non-judgmental and confidential space where individuals can feel understood and heard. This foundation holds remarkable power in providing support. She is dedicated to assisting individuals in navigating their emotions, promoting self-awareness, facilitating self-acceptance, and nurturing person growth.

‘Ensuring your emotional well-being is a pivotal aspect of your overall health, and this is precisely where Clinic 51 excels. I believe that comprehending the emotions experienced during this significant stage for women can enrich their overall quality of life.’

Camilla studied Anthropology and Psychology at Durham University before completing a BSc (Hons) degree in Acupuncture at the London College of Traditional Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in North London. After graduating in 2007, she completed an immersive internship in the acupuncture department of Hangzhou Hospital in China and worked for several years as a volunteer practitioner at The Gateway Clinic, Lambeth Hospital in London, providing acupuncture through the NHS to GP referred cases. Camilla has worked for several years as a Senior Associate Acupuncturist in two of the leading fertility acupuncture clinics in London, where she continues to have a busy practice.

Camilla has specialised in women’s health and has completed extensive post-graduate training in the treatment of women of all ages, with a particular interest in gynaecology and hormonal health. She is passionate about supporting young women through the hormonal rollercoaster of adolescence, assisting their journey to motherhood and smoothing their transition through menopause.

In addition to Acupuncture, Camilla holds a diploma in Chinese Nutritional Therapy which she uses to guide patients towards foods that will particularly support their health. Camilla is also qualified in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, which aims to maintain youthful radiance by stimulating the facial muscles, reducing the formation of fine lines and promoting a glowing complexion from the inside out.

Sophie Medlin is a well-recognised consultant dietitian and is the Chair for the British Dietetic Association for London. Sophie has expertise in gastrointestinal and colorectal health. She worked in acute hospitals specialising in gastrointestinal diseases before moving into academia, where she worked as a lecturer at King’s College London.

Sophie has specialist knowledge and skills in the management of medical conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), colorectal dysfunction, diverticular disease and polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Sophie works as a consultant in product development for the manufacture of vitamins and probiotics and enjoys applying her academic research skills in the commercial sector.

She is the founder of City Dieticians, who partner with Clinic51 to offer our patients individual nutritional advice and support.

Jane has a background in marketing, project management and finance and joined Clinic51 as she was ready for a new challenge.

She loves talking to women about their menopause journey and gets a huge buzz out of helping to make a difference in women’s lives.

“I can relate to what women are going through as I started my own perimenopause journey aged 43. Everyone is different but what I love about Clinic51 is that we give women the time to talk about themselves - something we don’t often do as we’re always looking after everyone else!’

Jane lives in Lurgashall with her husband, two children, mother-in-law and two dogs. She works part time at Clinic51.

Di has a background in commercial aviation, hospitality and medical administration.

She works alongside Jane taking bookings and ensuring the Clinic runs smoothly.

‘I really enjoy talking to women on the phone and getting them booked in to see one of our wonderful doctors. Going through the menopause myself I understand what a huge relief it is knowing that you’re in safe hands and you’re getting the advice you need from a specialist’

Di lives in Cowfold with her two dogs Angus and Dougie, and is a huge keep fit fan. She loves outdoor swimming, cycling events and has run the London Marathon. Di is a big supporter of her sons rugby club, PRFC. You will find Di on reception at the The Barn.

Sonja worked in advertising, started her own recruitment business, and then moved to Sussex where she began working with small businesses to develop their brand, websites and marketing. She has been working with Clinic51 since launch.

‘It was only through the process of developing the website for Clinic51 that I realised I was already in the perimenopause! It’s so important to be able to inform and empower women to get the help they need, and I love helping Clinic51 to do that’.

Sonja lives just outside Petworth with her three children, two dogs, and works part time at Clinic51.

Contact her for any media, PR or event enquiries.

Emma has been working with Clinic 51 since the start of 2023 to develop the finance function and processes. She is an Accountancy Consultant, qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in 2007, and is inspired by working with small businesses that make a difference to people’s lives.

“In working with the Clinic 51 team I have learnt so much about the menopause and peri-menopause. I feel passionately about healthy living, exercise and doing all we can for our amazing bodies and brains as we age. I love the way Clinic51 provides advice and help in both medical and so many wellness areas, and continues to develop the beautiful space at Black Barn.”

Emma lives in Cardiff with her husband and three children, and when not geeking out over numbers, enjoys outdoor bootcamp training, walks on the beach with her Labrador and playing the guitar.