MEET THE TEAM
portishead
SAMANTHA DONALDSON
BSC (Hons)
Chiropractor - GCC registered
Sam developed her passion for chiropractic from a personal experience with treatment. At the age of 13 she suffered from debilitating migraines. At first the only answer was a lifetime of medication but then her parents discovered chiropractic and her migraines were relieved through treatment on her neck.
Chiropractic then became a normal part of life for Sam and the rest of her family - from her younger brother to her grandparents all seeking help for a range of conditions and general health.
Throughout her career, Sam has helped people of all ages from new born babies to her oldest patient at 97. She loves to see people become healthier through the help of chiropractic and is always happy to discuss anyone’s individual needs.
MATTHEW SMITH MCHIRO
Chiropractor - GCC registered
Matt has always had a passion for sports and being active. Naturally he wanted to get the best out of his body and he used chiropractic to achieve this when on the rugby field. As a 6 year old his dad took him and his brother to their local rugby club and that was it, he was hooked. Since then his dedication led him to play international rugby and he now plays locally in Bristol.
Matt is enthusiastic about achieving a healthy balanced lifestyle. Combining his knowledge and passion for sports with his clinical and chiropractic expertise, Matt’s aim is to provide an environment in which he can help his patients reach their personal goals. He is always happy to discuss all parts of your health and any problems or concerns you may have.
SOPHIE TURNER
Chiropractic Assistant
Growing up, Sophie had always been involved in sport and fitness, training and competing nationally in Synchronised swimming, while also having a big interest in personal health and wellbeing. Sophie was drawn to the role at Moose Hall as it gives her the opportunity to work in an environment which takes the holistic approach to health and wellbeing.
After being diagnosed with Scoliosis in her early teens, Sophie understands the impact that long term pain can have - physically, mentally and emotionally. Being able to empathise with new patients, and see first hand the benefits that Chiropractic care has had for existing patients, further boosts her passion for working in the clinic & within the Chiropractic world.
NICKI MOORE
Chiropractic Assistant
Nicki has been a member of the Portishead clinic for a few years now, where she enjoys supporting our chiropractors in caring for our patients and extending a warm welcome to everyone who visits the clinic.
Outside of work, Nicki leads a busy life as a mother of two, who, despite being older, still keep her on her toes. Nicki prioritises regular check ups here to ensure she’s able to maintain her active lifestyle and allow her to keep going to spin classes! Known for her love of coffee, you will often find Nicki in one of the cafes in Portishead - or balancing out her caffeine intake with a walk around the Marina or the Nature Reserve whenever possible!
Nicki loves interacting with patients and tracking their progress throughout their time with us. Whether it's answering questions or directing concerns to the chiropractors, she is always eager to assist in any way she can.
CHIPPENHAM
IAN ORR
MCHIRO
Chiropractor - GCC registered
Ian had his first Chiropractic adjustment while he was working as a ski guide. He was surprised to discover that the impact of a vehicle mine blast, from which he walked away years before, was affecting his skiing.
The improvements he saw after he started receiving regular care - not only in his skiing performance, but in his overall health and happiness - was more than enough to inspire him to become a Chiropractor.
20 years later, Ian still skis with passion, runs and enjoys a happy and healthy life thanks to regular Chiropractic care and the love and support of a long suffering wife and two young girls.
Drawing from his experiences, Ian has gone on to share the benefits of Chiropractic care with people of all ages and fitness levels, helping them to achieve greater health and happiness. He is delighted to join the Moose Hall team and serve the Chippenham community.
MATT FREEMAN
MCHIRO
Chiropractor - GCC registered
Matt first discovered Chiropractic after injuring his back during a snowboarding holiday. After months of living on painkillers and struggling to find anything that helped, he found Chiropractic. Within weeks he was feeling improvements and was soon able to return to his work as an outdoor instructor.
This experience had such a profound effect on him - both physically, and in terms of his understanding of how the body works - that he decided to change career and become a Chiropractor.
Over the last decade, he has adjusted thousands of people - from his newborn daughter to athletes and people in their 90s. Matt believes in enhancing the natural normal function of the body and nerve system, with regular adjustments and healthy living. His goal is to help his patients bodies function with more ease, and he loves to bring his knowledge and experience to support others in living more of the life they want.
MONICA KEEFE
MCHIRO
Chiropractor - GCC registered
The call to become a chiropractor came later in life for me. In fact I had never been to a chiropractor until I was in my early forties. I experienced a minor rib injury during my yoga practice. Upon recommendation from my yoga instructor, I visited a chiropractor who not only drastically reduced my pain in one visit, but also opened my eyes to the body's ability to heal itself.
After my first experience with chiropractic, it was clear to me that I had to be part of this healing modality that honoured and facilitated the body's innate ability to heal, adapt and thrive. I am blessed to have the chance at a second career and to be serving through the healing arts. I practice a combination of gentle, low-force techniques, as well as more traditional styles of chiropractic. I am endlessly fascinated with the body's wisdom and the mind-body-spirit connection & I'd love to participate in your healing journey.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, reading, learning, exploring nature and spirituality.
BROGAN CLARK
Practice Manager
As Practice Manager, Brogan is here to make sure that everything runs smoothly day-to-day, and will be on-hand to welcome and look after you during your visit.
Brogan enjoys keeping active. She is a keen netball player, and also took part in her first triathlon this year!
Brogan is excited to learn more about the benefits of chiropractic and get to know all our new patients! She is here to make sure you have a positive experience during every visit to Moose Hall Chippenham, so please feel free to chat to her if you have any questions or concerns!
LIBERTY MOORE
Lead Chiropractic Assistant
Liberty is here to assist our chiropractors in looking after our patients. She is here to welcome you to the clinic and look after you during your visit, as well as care for the clinic houseplants!
Liberty enjoys keeping healthy and has loved learning more about Chiropractic since joining the team. She receives regular check-ups to ensure her body is ready for anything – whether it’s working out at the gym or building her tiny house on wheels! In her spare time, she enjoys woodworking and foraging for wild foods.
Liberty is here to ensure you feel welcomed and comfortable throughout your Moose Hall journey, so feel free to talk through any questions or concerns you may have with her.
ALYSSIA NORMAN
Chiropractic Assistant
Alyssia will be on the front desk to greet you when you come in for your appointment. Since joining the Moose Hall team, she has enjoyed learning about chiropractic care and philosophy and now receives regular adjustments.
Feel free to ask her any questions you have about your experience at Moose Hall!
Alyssia enjoys keeping active and loves going for walks in the countryside, as well as swimming and going to the gym. She also runs her own business as a beauty therapist.
HELEN BARLOW
Chiropractic Assistant
Helen had been a patient at the practice for a number of months before joining the team - so she has first hand experience of Chiropractic and the transformation it can bring.
Helen is a keen gardener - when she's not at Moose Hall you will probably find her at her allotment or at the 'Rooted Chippenham' community garden she helps to run.
A trained yoga teacher, Helen enjoys studying anatomy and learning about the mind-body connection. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have about chiropractic, yoga and gardening.
Therapists
BEN ANDREWS
Personal Trainer & Sport Massage Therapist
With a degree (Hons.) in Sports Science, a keen runner and footballer who understands the frustrations of niggles or injuries picked up in training, Ben was keen to learn about the body and how to get the best performance through injury prevention.
As a Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist, as well as a Personal Trainer specialising in running-specific Strength & Conditioning, Ben joins us with experience in treating and training athletes from amateur, to elite level.
Having worked as a Sports Massage therapist at Bristol Rovers FC and now tutoring at The Massage Training School, Ben has extensive knowledge in treating patients with a wide range of conditions and injuries, including pre- and post-operative surgery.
Ben is keen to get people in moving correctly, as well as helping educate people in being able to prevent issues re-occurring, through pro-active rehabilitative exercise.