Hillview Physiotherapy

Alison Grose - Chartered Physiotherapist, Craniosacral Therapy

Alison trained at the Prince of Wales Hospital in London and has worked at St.Peter’s Chertsey, The Rowley Bristow, Frimley Park and Matthews Allen in Guildford.

She most likes to treat spinal problems, sports injuries, musculo skeletal injuries and post-operative spinal rehabilitation. Alison is also trained in Upledger CranioSacral Therapy (CST) for all ages. Alison enjoys using this gentle but effective form of treatment for many conditions.

In any spare time, she enjoys cooking, walking her dog, Pilates and likes to travel to interesting, historical places, especially with good food and wine!

Annabelle Maillot - Chartered Physiotherapist

Annabelle began her studies in BSc Sports Therapy at Bournemouth University, graduating with First Class Honours. She then pursued a master’s degree in Physiotherapy (pre-registration) at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, where she graduated with Distinction.

Annabelle brings expertise in treating acute injuries for various sports teams, including the Surrey Storm u19 and u21 National League netball squads, London Cornish RFC, and Team Surrey Rowing. She also has experience in managing concussions and treating people with a range of neurological, respiratory, and musculoskeletal conditions within the NHS.​

Embracing a biopsychosocial and person-centred approach, Annabelle is dedicated to making a positive difference in people’s lives by guiding them through each step of their recovery journey toward achieving their goals. Outside the clinic, she leads an active lifestyle, engaging in gym workouts, running, cycling, netball, tennis, trampolining, and snowboarding, among other activities. Her notable accomplishments include completing the Brighton Marathon and summiting Mount Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa.

Chris Allen - Chartered Physiotherapist

Chris qualified from the University of Brighton where discovered a passion for musculoskeletal physiotherapy during his placements. 

Ongoing physiotherapy experience has given Chris an interest in back pain, as well as sporting injuries, although he sees patients of all levels of activity.  

Chris’ goal is to help patients reach their goals and to manage their condition independently, giving them the tools they need to prevent recurrence of their condition.

Ellie Guthrie - Sports Rehabilitator and Massage Therapist

Ellie holds a degree in Sports Rehabilitation from St Mary’s University, Twickenham. Her clinical experience includes working with elite athletes in professional rugby – most notably with the women’s Barbarians – and in professional football. With a lifelong passion for sport, Ellie is especially driven to help individuals recover from injury and return to the activities they love, whether that’s elite competition or a favourite hobby.

Originally from Spain, Ellie moved to the UK to pursue her studies and now brings her expertise and enthusiasm to her clinical work here. Outside of work, she’s a dedicated dancer and has been involved in dance for most of her life—a passion that reflects her deep connection to movement, performance, and physical wellbeing.

Lizzie Shakinovsky - Chartered Physiotherapist, Acupuncture

Lizzie trained as a Physiotherapist at the University of Southampton. She has worked at St Mary’s Hospital Paddington, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Charing Cross GP service and several Surrey-based Private Physiotherapy Clinics.

She completed a Master’s Degree in Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Kings College London. She later completed a qualification in Physiotherapy Acupuncture, with further acupuncture courses in the treatment of headaches, spinal pain and Long Covid related symptoms. More recently, she qualified as a Matwork Pilates Instructor with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI).

She has a special interest in pathology of the shoulder. She also has experience working within a Women’s health department and enjoys treating ante-natal and postnatal conditions. She has a wide range of experience in all areas of musculoskeletal physiotherapy ranging from sports rehabilitation to Osteoarthritis.

She has two children and in her spare time enjoys tennis, Pilates and walking her dog.

Matt Gee - Sports Massage Therapist

Matt attended the University of Nottingham and his interest around sports injuries and recovery came about from his own passion for a variety of sports, from rugby, all the way to kayaking and climbing.

At university, Matt had the opportunity to work with athletes from GB teams as well as those who enjoy staying active or want to be active again.

Matt spends his time walking the dog, climbing, running and setting him self challenges.

Sam Wells - Clinical Director

Sam studied Sport Rehabilitation at St Mary’s University and Physiotherapy at Kings College London. Since graduating he has worked in professional sport with Gloucester Rugby and has ten years’ experience working in private practice.

​His treatment is focused on movement and exercise. He believes it’s important for patients to have a clear understanding of what is causing their problems and helps them discover the tools to change their movement patterns.

A keen trail runner, he also has expertise in running analysis and running injuries.