HCPC PODIATRIST
Michelle Collingwood
Michelle always wanted to be a Podiatrist from a young age following treatment as a child, and she was determined to achieve her goal. She qualified from Southampton university in 1999, and started her career with Boots working alongside them expanding their Podiatry offer.
After having her first child she set up her own business delivering home visits along with supporting those in nursing homes. During this time she also provided locum cover at Clockhouse which worked perfectly around her growing family until she took a break in 2020.
Her return to work in 2023 coincided with our takeover of the practice, and we can honestly say that Michelle’s positivity and energy has been instrumental in the relaunch of Clockhouse Podiatry. Her wonderfully engaging style is loved by the team and patients alike, and the practice is always filled with her laughter along with debating with Dom about who's turn it was to water the plants that week.
Michelle has a real passion for all things feet and patient care, and connects with everyone young and old to ensure they receive an exemplary level of service.
Alongside her work at the practice, she's involved with the wider Podiatry world and co-chairs the local Royal College of Podiatry branch group. Her connection with peers all across the Sussex area means that she has a real awareness of developments in the sector, and she works tirelessly providing training and network events for other Podiatrists all across Sussex.
Outside of work, she’s married to Perry, an engineer who has also been kind enough to support the practice making sure the mechanical things work as they should! They’ve three children along with two dogs and a couple of tortoises too, and loves walking, swimming, Pilates and going away in the caravan with her family. It’s an absolute pleasure to have Michelle working with us Clockhouse Podiatry, and it’s safe to say that the place wouldn’t be the same without her.
HCPC PODIATRIST
Simon Cahill
Simon’s journey into Podiatry was inspired by his service in the Royal Marines during the 1990s, where he witnessed the effects of intense physical training on the lower limbs and feet. This led him to qualify in Podiatry at the University of Brighton in 2003.
Starting his career in the NHS, Simon spent a decade specialising in nail surgery and podiatric biomechanics, focusing on complex cases. He later became a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton, shaping both undergraduate and postgraduate education. Simon earned a Postgraduate Certificate in Podiatric Surgical Theory in 2007 and completed an MSc in Principles of Podiatric Surgery in 2013. He has contributed to academic and professional development through management groups, external placements, and peer-reviewed publications. In 2023, he participated in the GELL-P project, advancing podiatric education. In short, there really isn't much he doesn't know!
He was the most recent member of the team to join us at Clockhouse Podiatry, starting with us in July 2024, and has been an absolute driver of the more advanced procedures that we offer such as nail surgery, SWIFT Microwave treatment, and advanced biomechanics.
With a fantastic and engaging patient manner, Simon always works to ensure that his patients are treated with the utmost care and respect. He always takes the time to explain reasons for any issues, and works alongside them providing as much information as he can to support their ongoing wellbeing.
His passion for sports, including trail running and obstacle courses, enhances his understanding of foot functionality. With over 24 years experience Simon is a huge addition to the practice, and truly has a wealth of knowledge of all things feet!
HCPC PODIATRIST
Jessyka Lindley
Jess brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and genuine warmth to the Clockhouse Podiatry team, and we have been incredibly fortunate to have her with us since September 2025. She studied Podiatry at Westminster University in central London, where she gained her degree and laid the foundations for a long and varied clinical career, and following her qualification, she went on to work extensively within the NHS, practising across London and Greater London. This broad experience exposed her to a wide range of clinical presentations and patient needs, helping her develop a calm, confident, and adaptable approach to care. Alongside her professional journey, Jess has led a wonderfully full and rich life. She is married and a proud mum to four beautiful children. When her children were babies, Jess and her family made the bold move to France, where she embraced a completely different pace of life and even ran a UK food shop, supplying much-loved British favourites to the local community.
Once her children were older, Jess returned to the UK and back into NHS podiatry, bringing with her a refreshed perspective and renewed passion for patient care. Always committed to professional development, she recently made the decision to undertake a Master’s degree in Wound Care and Tissue Repair, ensuring her knowledge and clinical skills remain fully up to date and grounded in the latest evidence-based practice.
Outside of clinic life, Jess has a love for cooking and is constantly exploring new ways to serve and reinvent traditional British dishes—always with enthusiasm and creativity. She is also a devoted animal lover and shares her home with her beautiful pure white shepherd, Msi (pronounced “Missy”), and a very Garfield-like cat aptly named Baaaange (with a soft “g”). When she’s not working, Jess is also on a mission to become fluent in French, a goal she continues to work towards with determination and good humour.
HCPC PODIATRIST
Nicola Edwards
Nicola joined Clockhouse Podiatry in late 2025, and has since become a highly valued member of the team, known for delivering exceptional patient care and bringing genuine enthusiasm to her role. Her warm approach, combined with strong clinical experience, makes her a pleasure to work with and a trusted podiatrist for her patients.
Nicola studied Podiatry at Brighton University - qualifying in 2013 - before going on to build a successful career within the NHS. She thrives on the varied nature of podiatry and enjoys the balance between routine care, complex clinical work, and building long-term relationships with patients.
A strong advocate for prevention as well as cure, Nicola truly believes in empowering patients to look after their foot health. During her time in the NHS, she helped launch and support a number of successful preventative initiatives, aimed at improving outcomes and reducing the risk of future foot problems.
After a move away from the NHS , Nicola launched her own domiciliary podiatry business in 2022, providing personalised foot care to patients across Sussex and tailoring treatment to each individual’s needs. This experience has strengthened her patient-centred approach and deepened her understanding of community-based care. Since joining Clockhouse Podiatry, Nicola has continued to deliver incredible standards of care, and her dedication, professionalism, and positive attitude make her an integral part of the practice.
Outside of work, Nicola enjoys spending time with her wonderful daughter and is a passionate animal lover. She keeps herself very busy caring for an impressive menagerie, including two dogs, four cats, three rabbits, and two horses.
We are extremely pleased to have Nicola as part of the Clockhouse Podiatry team and truly value the experience and energy she brings to the practice.
HCPC PODIATRIST
Laura Meadows
Laura joined the team at Clockhouse Podiatry at the start of 2026, and we are delighted to weclome her to the practice. With a wealth of experience and a calm, compassionate approach to patient care, Laura has quickly become an integral part of the team and a pleasure to work alongside. Laura qualified as a Podiatrist from Salford University in 2011 and went on to build an extensive career within the NHS in Manchester, where she worked for 14 years across both acute and community settings. During this time, she developed a particular interest and specialism in high-risk foot care, working closely with patients living with diabetes and managing complex foot conditions.
She is deeply passionate about preventative foot care, while also having significant experience in treating active and high-risk foot problems, including ulceration and complications arising from diabetic foot disease. Her clinical knowledge is underpinned by continued professional development, having completed Master’s-level modules in tissue viability, the mechanics of the diabetic foot, diabetes care, and vascular health following her initial qualification. Most recently, Laura became an Independent Non-Medical Prescriber in 2023, further enhancing her ability to provide comprehensive, patient-centred care.
Laura relocated back to Sussex a few months ago to be closer to her family, a move inspired by her young daughter. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and embracing life back down south. Her experience, dedication, and genuine care for her patients align perfectly with the values of Clockhouse Podiatry, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have her as part of our team.
The Support Team
We also have a full time reception and operations team who keep things running smoothly. Supporting the clinical team are Dionne, Sharon and Dom, and you can read more about them here.
Dionne has been working at Total Therapy Studios since 2018 and supports the overall running of the business in a huge number of ways. She has extensive experience in operational and administrative roles in clinical environments, and is naturally caring, has a huge can-do attitude, and is always up for a challenge. She also has a great sense of humour and has been an absolute asset in her adaptability especially during the very challenging summer of 2020 when Total Therapy Studios managed the Pandemic.
Dionne enjoys life to the full, and seemingly knows everything and everyone in the Horsham area - she's a wealth of information on all the best places to eat and visit in and around the town, and is a huge asset to the practice.
Sharon joined the team in early 2025 when we were recruiting to support the expansion of Clockhouse Podiatry. She not only has a wonderful welcoming and friendly manner, but keen eye for detail and making sure everything runs how it should. She undertook core training in our Denne Parade and Carfax sites, but now is solely based in Clockhouse where she’s loved by team and clients alike. A Gosport girl originally, she now lives in Surrey and loves spending time with her family and newly arrived grandson. She's also often found exploring her sewing and crafting hobbies, and mooching around craft shows.
Dom is the practice director but enjoys running things from the front desk where he loves nattering to patients in the clinic. When Total Therapy Studios acquired Clockhouse in late 2023, he headed up the project to turn the practice around, and seemingly now can't get enough of all things feet! He's worked alongside his wife Sarah in Total Therapy Studios since 2015, supporting the operational, commercial, and financial needs of the overall business. He's had a relatively varied career, working in senior operations roles for Pizza Hut, Starbucks, and Wyevale Garden Centres, but also runs a design business which means he's always playing around with the colouring crayons too.