Practitioners at The Reading Health Centre

David Woodhouse – Doctor of Chiropractic

DC (Chiro), M.Sc. Chiropractic, B.Sc (Human Sciences)

David is an old Redegensian, having been raised and educated in Reading (at both Little Heath and then Reading Schools). He lives locally in Reading with his wife and  two children, and has interests in: football and motorsports, enjoy sailing, squash and rock-climbing.

Having studied 1 year of Medicine in France, David began studying chiropractic for a further 5 years, graduating with an M.Sc, and a Doctorate of Chiropractic from the prestigious Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, in Bournemouth.

He graduated in 2001, and, after initially working in Ealing with a chiropractic neurologist, I returned to Reading to work with Steve Carpenter. At the same time he set up Tilehurst Chiropractic on the Tilehurst Road, Reading in 2003.

After nearly 10 years seeing Tilehurst Chiropractic expand and after outgrowing our previous location, Tilehurst Chiropractic rebranded in 2013 as the Reading Chiropractor, and we moved to our current location at the Reading Health Centre, 61 Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7SN.

Lucy Steel – DSc MSc DC

I became interested in chiropractic after receiving chiropractic treatment for neck pain while studying at university. My symptoms improved so well and chiropractic made so much sense to me that I decided to pursue a career in chiropractic.
I gained a degree in Human Biology from Leeds University in 2001 and then went on to complete a Masters degree in Chiropractic at the University of Surrey. I graduated in 2004 and since then I have worked in clinics in Windsor, Maidenhead and Reading.

I enjoy treating patients of all ages, but my passion lies in the care of pregnant women, babies and children, and most of my post-graduate training has been in these areas. I have two teenage daughters and I was able to benefit first hand from treatment while I was pregnant and I have treated both my daughters from when they were a few hours old.

Away from work I like to get out for walks with my husband and our dogs, and I enjoy running, pilates and reading.

I look forward to meeting new patients at The Reading Health Centre, helping you to get out of and stay out of pain!

Lucy is registered with the General Chiropractic Council and British Chiropractic Association.

Dr Mandy Preston

Dr Mandy Preston is a General Practitioner working in private medicine in London since May 2010, passionate about health screening with interests in nutrition and prevention of cardiac related illnesses including heart disease and diabetes.

Dr Preston qualified in 2005 from the University of Witwatersrand, continuing on to complete her community service year, where she developed a passion for emergency medicine and trauma. She then went on to complete her ATLS (advanced trauma life support), ACLS (advanced cardiac life support) and PALS (advanced paediatric life support) while working as a private GP.

Moving to the UK in 2008, her interest in Cardiology grew through teaching final year medical students and through her work as a registrar in emergency medicine, before deciding to change paths into preventative health.

Clare

I have a longstanding interest in health and believe every individual can play a part in their individual health journey.

I trained as a doctor at the University of Birmingham (qualifying in 1995) and afterwards trained and worked as a GP in Shropshire, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire.

After a prolonged break from medicine (for family reasons) – and dabbling with a touch of property development including project managing the build of my current home – I returned to the NHS in West Berkshire working as a phlebotomist. I have subsequently moved to One Day Tests and enjoy playing a part in helping individuals to monitor and track health goals.

I enjoy participating in anything outdoorsy. Swimming, cycling, tennis and a good ramble in the stunning West Berkshire countryside with my family and dog are regular weekend pursuits.

I look forward to meeting you shortly here at Reading Health Centre.

Charlotte Medlicott – MBACP

After studying languages at Oxford University I retrained and qualified with a Diploma in psychodynamic counselling and am an accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). I work part-time at Basingstoke Counselling Service alongside my private practice and abide by the ethical framework of these organisations. I work with individual adults, and with couples. I am also a training therapist on psychodynamic courses.

I regularly work with clients across a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, identity issues, abuse and bereavement. I specialise in open-ended, long-term psychodynamic counselling.
I work out of a comfortable consulting room in central Reading, within easy reach of Reading train station.

In order to make sure that I work ethically and my work is kept to a high standard, I meet regularly with my clinical supervisor and also undertake regular Continuing Professional Development workshops in order to keep my knowledge up-to-date with current thinking.

Md Al Mabud (HCPC, CSP)

MSK Physiotherapist

My journey into healthcare began with a deep interest in how the human body moves and heals, leading me to earn my BSc in Physiotherapy in 2013. I am a fully UK-registered physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

With over ten years of global and UK-based clinical experience, I have developed a diverse expertise that spans across musculoskeletal (MSK) health and complex spinal pain rehabilitation. My professional path has taken me from specialized rehabilitation centres internationally to my current role at Ann Physiocare, where I am dedicated to serving NHS and GP surgery patients within the Reading community.

I am a firm believer in “Lifelong Learning.” In 2023, I completed my Master’s degree in Global Public Health Nutrition at the University of Westminster. This academic background allows me to take a truly holistic approach to physiotherapy, understanding that recovery is often a blend of physical rehabilitation, lifestyle, and overall well-being.

I specialize in the assessment and treatment of MSK conditions, using evidence-based modalities. Whether you are dealing with a work-related strain, an orthopedic recovery, or a chronic condition, my goal is to provide a patient-centered experience rooted in empathy and clear communication. I take great pride in working autonomously to create bespoke treatment plans that help my patients return to the activities they love.

Outside the Clinic When I’m not in the clinic, I am committed to staying at the forefront of the profession through clinical audits and CPD programs. I believe that a great therapist never stops being a student, and I am always looking for ways to integrate the latest research into my daily practice to ensure the best outcomes for those I treat.

I look forward to meeting you, listening to your story, and working together to help you not only get out of pain but—more importantly—stay out of pain so you can get back to your own passions.

See you at Reading Health Centre !!!