At The Maris Practice, we pride ourselves on having an exceptional team of osteopaths. To help you find the best fit for your needs, we’ve outlined each practitioner’s specific areas of interest and expertise. If you’d like personalised guidance, please call (020 8891 3400) or email us. We’ll get back to you promptly to discuss your needs and recommend the practitioner who is most suited to help you achieve your health goals.
Andrew Oliver
Andrew Oliver is a dedicated Osteopath with extensive experience in treating musculoskeletal disorders. His approach is holistic, focusing on the interconnectedness of the body’s systems to address both acute injuries and chronic conditions. Andrew is known for his compassionate care, ensuring each patient receives personalized treatment, including manual treatments and medical acupuncture, that targets the root cause of their pain. All this alongside his great sense of humour. He emphasises patient education and empowerment, helping individuals understand their bodies better and how to maintain long-term health and wellness.
Augusta Wilson
Augusta Wilson has particular expertise in treating newborns; children; and pregnant and post-partum women supporting them through the effects of their rapidly changing bodies. Augusta is also skilled in treating people recovering from injuries. She takes a holistic approach, combining Osteopathy, medical acupuncture, exercise prescription and dietary and lifestyle advice. Augusta treats both structurally and cranially tailoring her treatment to the individual’s specific needs. Augusta aims to provide the patient’s body with its optimal environment enabling them to cope with the stresses placed on them, and to allow the body to express it innate healing ability. She always turns up with a calming smile and raring to go!
Claire Mac Donald
Claire Mac Donald is a highly skilled Osteopath, Nutritional Therapist and Homeopath. With a Masters in Sports Exercise Rehab and a Paediatric Diploma her special interest in paediatric and pre and post pregnancy care alongside Sports injuries and management mean that every day in practice is very varied. With decades of experience, her techniques are tailored to the unique needs of these groups, ensuring safe and effective care. Claire’s dedication to her patients extends beyond treatment, as she provides valuable guidance, information and support on maintaining health through various life stages, through talks, courses and social media posts.
Hannah McCrudden
Hannah McCrudden is a passionate Osteopath who emphasizes individualized care and effective pain management. With a strong foundation in Osteopathic principles, Paediatric Osteopath and pilates instruction, Hannah is also trained in Medical Acupuncture and Functional Fascial Taping, as well as a Hypopressives teacher, specialising in pelvic floor rehabilitation for postpartum and peri/menopausal women. Adding to her repertoire, she has developed a facial treatment harnessing her osteopathic prowess, offering a blend of health and cosmetic benefits. This unique therapy, born from anatomical insight, promises a rejuvenating experience that transcends the ordinary. is adept at diagnosing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal issues. All in all she is pretty awesome and you would be in safe hands if you came to see her – and you would have a great chat to boot!
Jacqs Ball
Jacqs is a strong advocate of lifelong learning and is continuously advancing her expertise in Paediatric Osteopathy. She has a keen interest in the cranial osteopathic approach but also incorporates traditional osteopathic techniques to help patients achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being. Jacqs enjoys working with both adults and children who benefit from a gentler osteopathic approach to restore balance in their bodies. Additionally, she integrates her specialised knowledge of clinical Pilates into her treatments, particularly when working with post-partum women and individuals suffering from back pain, an issue she personally faced as a teenager. She is your go-to if you need a post party Mummy MOT.
Her early experience with back pain and the relief she found through manual therapies and exercise led her to pursue a career in Sports Therapy. Her own passion for sports has fuelled her interest in treating various sports injuries, with a particular focus on martial artists, boxers, and runners.
Jessica Busen-Smith
Jessica Busen-Smith is a skilled Cranial Osteopath with a keen interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation. She works with athletes and active individuals to help them recover from injuries and improve their performance. Jessica’s gentle approach integrates cranial techniques with manual therapy and strength and conditioning exercises, ensuring a comprehensive recovery process. She brings her experience as a post graduate teacher and ultra runner helping her patients achieve their goals, whether it’s returning to sport or simply improving their physical health. Jessica is also focused on injury prevention, providing advice and strategies to help patients avoid future issues.
These osteopaths at The Maris Practice are committed to providing exceptional care, each bringing their own expertise and passion to the practice.