Our Therapists

Meet our therapists

Specialists who actually listen — and know exactly what they're doing.

Avni Bhansali

HCPC-registered · MSc Physiotherapy · CSP member

Avni has a background in biomedical science and endocrinology from Imperial College London and a MSc in physiotherapy. Her mission is to empower every client with the knowledge, support, and tools they need to move confidently and comfortably through all stages of life - from pregnancy and postpartum to recovery from pain or dysfunction.

Postnatal recovery Diastasis recti Pelvic pain Prolapse

Zarfasheen Zia

HCPC-registered · MSc Physiotherapy · CSP member

Zarfasheen is a Women’s Health Specialist with a degree in doctor of physical therapy and master’s degrees in Women’s Health PT and Public Health. She treats bowel/bladder incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction, prenatal/postnatal needs, pelvic floor issues, and pregnancy-related pain.

Bladder leaks Menopause Bowel dysfunction Pregnancy prep

Regulated by the HCPC: your assurance of professional standards

Every Mothercore physiotherapist is registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), the UK’s independent statutory regulator for health professionals. HCPC registration is a legal requirement to practise as a physiotherapist in the UK.

This registration confirms your therapist has completed accredited education, meets nationally recognised standards of competence, and follows a strict code of professional conduct. The HCPC exists to protect the public, meaning your therapist is fully qualified, regulated, and professionally accountable.

You can verify any physiotherapist’s HCPC registration on the official HCPC public register.

Members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

All Mothercore physiotherapists are members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), the professional body for physiotherapists in the UK. The CSP sets standards for clinical practice, ethics, and ongoing professional development.

Membership demonstrates a commitment to evidence-based treatment, continuous learning, and maintaining the highest standards of patient care. It also ensures your therapist remains up to date with the latest clinical research and best practices in pelvic health physiotherapy.

Fully insured and professionally accountable

All Mothercore physiotherapists are covered by professional liability insurance through the CSP or an equivalent insurer. This ensures your treatment is delivered within a fully governed and protected clinical framework, giving you additional reassurance and peace of mind.

Selected for expertise, empathy, and women’s health focus

Beyond formal qualifications, we carefully select therapists for qualities that are essential in pelvic health care: empathy, clinical experience, and a deep commitment to women’s health.

Pelvic floor symptoms can feel personal and sensitive. Our therapists are experienced in creating a supportive, respectful environment where you feel comfortable discussing your symptoms and confident in your treatment plan.

Female physiotherapists for your comfort

To make appointments as comfortable as possible, all Mothercore pelvic floor physiotherapists are female. This reflects the preferences of many women seeking pelvic health care and helps create an environment where you can speak openly and confidently about your recovery.

Care you can trust

Our goal is simple: to provide expert, evidence-based pelvic health physiotherapy delivered with professionalism, compassion, and respect — so you can feel confident in both your therapist and your recovery.