ME/CFS, Long Covid & Fatigue-Related Conditions
Specialist, Compassionate Support for Fatigue-Related Conditions
I offer trauma-informed, compassionate, integrative, evidence-informed support for people living with fatigue and other symptoms associated with complex chronic health conditions, including ME/CFS, Long Covid, PoTS, and fibromyalgia.
I work collaboratively with you to explore your experience, support symptom management and making changes. Part of this is gently shifting your relationship with the challenges you face — in a compassionate, sustainable, and empowering way.
My approach blends Specialist Physiotherapy with Integrative Somatic Therapy to provide whole-person care. Together, we support nervous system regulation, energy management, and a gentle, compassionate reconnection with your body. My care is always trauma-informed, integrative, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs.
You can read more about my training and experience here:
Who Is This Service For?
This service is for people experiencing fatigue, post-viral symptoms, dysautonomia, and associated challenges. I have most often worked with people where fatigue is part of:
- Myalgic encephalomyelitis / chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
- Long Covid
- Fibromyalgia
- Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS)
- Persistent pain
- Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
- Stroke
There are many similarities, as well as some differences, in the management of fatigue in different conditions. Each person’s experience is unique, so care is individualised and responsive to your story, needs, and goals.
What I Offer
Support is tailored to your individual needs and may include:
- Understanding fatigue and energy use, and exploring how physical, cognitive, social, and emotional activities affect your symptoms
- Using an activity diary to support awareness, planning, and pacing
- Exploring baselines & PEM/PESE, to reduce symptom flare-ups and support sustainable living
- Practical strategies to support restorative sleep and energy
- Somatic & embodiment practices — gentle body-based approaches to support nervous system regulation and compassionate reconnection with your body
- Mindfulness-based practices — building awareness of thoughts, sensations, and emotions to support presence and regulation
- Compassion-focused practices — including Compassionate Mind Training to cultivate self-compassion, emotional regulation, and safety (supports nervous system regulation)
Why Work With Me
I work as a Pain and Fatigue Specialist Physiotherapist and Integrative Somatic Therapist. I have extensive experience supporting people living with ME/CFS, Long Covid, fibromyalgia, PoTS, persistent pain, and other complex, multi-system conditions.
My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, compassionate, and person-centred. I combine clinical expertise with compassion and embodied, nervous-system-aware practices to support sustainable, meaningful change over time.
I recognise the inseparable connection between body, mind, and spirit (including what is most meaningful, what gives a person a sense of purpose and connection, and what feels larger than the individual self). My work is grounded in this whole-person understanding.
I also bring lived experience to my work — I live with PoTS and ME/CFS, and have previously navigated persistent pain myself. This helps me understand both the clinical evidence and the realities of living with complex chronic conditions. This is also shaped by what I’ve learnt from the people I’ve worked with over the years.
Healing from complex, chronic conditions takes time, compassion, and the right support. You’ll be met with care, respect, and the belief that positive change is possible.
What to Expect
Your first appointment is a comprehensive assessment to understand how fatigue and associated symptoms are affecting your life. Together, we explore a variety of things including:
- Post-exertional malaise (PEM) or post-exertional symptom exacerbation (PESE)
- Triggers or factors that worsen or improve symptoms
- Your history, previous experiences, values, and priorities
We co-create a personalised care plan based on your goals, preferences, and unique needs. This ensures your care is safe, collaborative, and grounded in what matters most to you.
Appointments are primarily remote (video or phone), making support accessible worldwide. In-person sessions may be available in North Hykeham, Lincoln, if needed.
Are You Ready to Explore More?
If you’re curious about how Specialist Physiotherapy and Integrative Somatic Therapy could support your recovery and wellbeing, you’re invited to explore more here:
You can also book a free 15-minute discovery call — a gentle space to explore whether this feels like the right fit for you, with no obligation:
- Email Ann: info@unityphysio.co.uk
- Call Ann: 07871 240188
- Or use the Get in Touch or Book Now buttons
You can explore appointment options here:
Location
You can arrange a virtual appointment for anywhere in the UK or an in person appointment in North Hykeham, Lincoln.
Get in touch
If you would like to find out how Ann can help manage and change fatigue, do what you love, live well and thrive again get in touch to book your appointment, or a free 15 minute call to help you decide if working with Ann is right for you.