We have two clinics located in Kitsilano and the UBC area. Please ensure you are booking at the clinic of your choice.

Due to our current high demands, we recommend booking multiple visits at a time to guarantee therapist availability and desired treatment outcome.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a primary health care service provided by university educated professionals who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a variety of injuries, disabilities, and movement disorders. Our physiotherapists utilize a variety of techniques such as manual or ‘hands-on’ therapy, customized exercise prescription, and electro-therapeutic modalities. Our therapists can help you ... Read More

Physiotherapy is a primary health care service provided by university educated professionals who specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a variety of injuries, disabilities, and movement disorders. Our physiotherapists utilize a variety of techniques such as manual or ‘hands-on’ therapy, customized exercise prescription, and electro-therapeutic modalities. Our therapists can help you manage and decrease pain, improve mobility, and increase strength.

We offer one on one treatment for the duration of your appointment.

If you have an ICBC claim please contact the clinic before your first appointment so we can try secure approval from your adjuster before your appointment. If we cannot you will have to pay our full rates until coverage is confirmed.

*Please note we cannot see WorkSafeBC claims*


Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a specialized technique that involves a vaginal and/or rectal exam to assess the strength, tone, and integrity of the pelvic floor muscles and structures. The pelvic floor plays a role in bowel and bladder control, core strength, intra-abdominal pressure regulation, pelvic organ support, and sexual function. Injury to or lack of awareness and control of the pelv... Read More

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a specialized technique that involves a vaginal and/or rectal exam to assess the strength, tone, and integrity of the pelvic floor muscles and structures.

The pelvic floor plays a role in bowel and bladder control, core strength, intra-abdominal pressure regulation, pelvic organ support, and sexual function. Injury to or lack of awareness and control of the pelvic floor muscles can lead to issues with bowel and bladder control, pelvic organ prolapse, and can also contribute to low back, hip, groin, and sacroiliac joint pain. Some common causes of injury to the pelvic floor are pregnancy, difficult deliveries, excessive straining, post-operative, history of low back strains.


Clinical Pilates Physiotherapy

Our physiotherapists are trained in Clinical Pilates under STOTT Pilates. STOTT Pilates was developed by physiotherapists, sports medicine experts, and fitness professionals and is a contemporary approach to the original exercise system. It integrates modern principles of exercise and rehabilitation, and includes modifications that allow for this technique to be appropriate for people with vary... Read More

Our physiotherapists are trained in Clinical Pilates under STOTT Pilates. STOTT Pilates was developed by physiotherapists, sports medicine experts, and fitness professionals and is a contemporary approach to the original exercise system. It integrates modern principles of exercise and rehabilitation, and includes modifications that allow for this technique to be appropriate for people with varying abilities and body types.


Vestibular and Concussion Physiotherapy

Vestibular physiotherapy helps to rehab the vestibular system, a series of sensory canals and organs within our inner ear that provides our brain with information about our head position. If the vestibular system is disrupted a person may experience symptoms like vertigo (dizziness), nausea, fatigue, headaches. Some of the vestibular conditions we treat include: BPPV (Benign paroxysmal position... Read More

Vestibular physiotherapy helps to rehab the vestibular system, a series of sensory canals and organs within our inner ear that provides our brain with information about our head position. If the vestibular system is disrupted a person may experience symptoms like vertigo (dizziness), nausea, fatigue, headaches. Some of the vestibular conditions we treat include: BPPV (Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), Vestibular neuritis, Vestibular labyrinthitis, PPPD (Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness), Cervicogenic dizziness, Post concussion symptoms, Meniere’s disease, and age related vestibular deconditioning


Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a regulated healthcare profession which focuses on soft-tissue manipulation and skeletal alignment to enhance muscle performance and promote relaxation of the body’s nervous system. It is a natural form of therapy that promotes healing, circulation, and waste reduction in tissues. Our massage therapists utilize a variety of techniques to treat movement dysfunctions, injuries,... Read More

Massage therapy is a regulated healthcare profession which focuses on soft-tissue manipulation and skeletal alignment to enhance muscle performance and promote relaxation of the body’s nervous system. It is a natural form of therapy that promotes healing, circulation, and waste reduction in tissues. Our massage therapists utilize a variety of techniques to treat movement dysfunctions, injuries, and neurological symptoms. Massage therapy complements physiotherapy well as it reduces mind and body tension which enhances biomechanical function.

Please note: Sheena is currently not accepting new clients

Sheena is a registered physiotherapist. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Therapy and Training, in Ireland, primarily working with athletes. Following a Harvard Medical Internship, at the division of sports medicine Boston, she completed her Masters in Physiotherapy in Scotland. She is dedicated to continuing her studies and developing her skills. She is certified as a Functional Movement Screen practitioner and a Functional Dry Needling/IMS practitioner.

Sheena has a special interest in sports injuries along with back and neck pain. She uses a combination of hands on manual therapy with soft tissue therapy, IMS dry needling, exercise prescription and patient education to create individualised care plans for clients. She believes in not just treating the injury but addressing the imbalances, which may have contributed to the initial injury with the aim of preventing future re-occurrence.

She has experience in treating a wide range of clients from people involved in road traffic accidents, clients requiring pre and post operative rehabilitation to national and Olympic athletes.

Outside of work, she is interested in fencing, sailing, swimming and exploring the outdoors, generally making the most of what Vancouver has to offer. She has recently completed her first Ironman.

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Please note: Charlene is not accepting new ICBC patients at this time

Charlene is a registered physiotherapist who obtained her Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of British Columbia. Staying current with new treatment techniques she has received post-graduate training in manual/manipulative therapy, Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), Clinical STOTT pilates, and is certified with Acupuncture Canada. Recently, she has been certified in NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) which aims to assess and correct dysfunctional movement patterns that cause pain

Charlene uses a variety of manual techniques including myofascial release, joint mobilization, manipulation, and IMS/dry needling to help restore tissue and joint health. Her treatment philosophy focuses on correcting alignment and muscle imbalances while using specific exercises to prevent pain from returning. Charlene’s clinical expertise extends from acute and complex neck and back pain, whiplash, sports injury and post-operative rehab.

In the community, Charlene has worked with various running clubs on proper biomechanics, training modification and injury prevention. As a yoga practitioner of over 10 years she frequently helps fellow yogis practice pain-free. Working with the weekend warrior, couch potato or athlete, Charlene enjoys creating individualized programs to improve how the body feels and performs.

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Jasmine is a graduate of the University of British Columbia, where she proudly earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree. As a keen lifelong learner, Jasmine has a special interest in rehabilitating orthopaedic sports injuries, concussion, and vestibular disorders, and currently holds her Level 1 Certificate from the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. She is fluent in English and Korean.

Jasmine is a firm believer that movement is the best medicine. Through her own rehabilitation journeys, she recognizes the importance of a person-centered individualized plan for recovery. Jasmine takes the time to listen to her clients and create personal and meaningful goals in the context of each individual’s unique life. She uses a blend of evidence-based manual therapy, education, and individualized exercise prescription to help clients reach their functional goals and return to doing the things that they love.

Outside of the clinic, Jasmine is a passionate advocate for an active lifestyle and chasing new adventures. You can find her hiking, biking, running, golfing, skiing, or trying out the city’s latest new fitness classes. She also enjoys travelling, discovering new local cafes, and spending time with friends and family.

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Jessie is a registered physiotherapist who received her training from the University of British Columbia. She is certified to practice acupuncture under Acupuncture Canada. Jessie is also a Clinical Pilates Instructor having completed the rehabilitation program (Mat and Reformer) in STOTT Pilates. Most recently, she earned her ConnectTherapyTM practitioner designation, which is an innovative approach that focuses on assessing the whole body to identify and treat the root cause of the pain.

As a therapist, Jessie believes in providing more than band-aid measures, but finding long term solutions and preventing future injuries. She utilizes a combination of hands-on techniques, needling, and exercise in her treatments. Jessie’s broad range of clinical experience includes sports injuries, neck/back injuries, pelvic dysfunction, arthritis, peri-natal care, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation.

Jessie works extensively with yoga instructors and provides consultations on how to practice yoga safely for students. As a new mom herself, she also enjoys working with women before and after birth on core and pelvic floor strength, or simply rebuilding strength to run after the kids. Jessie has been the team therapist for local triathlon clubs and often works with running groups in program planning, injury screening and prevention, and treatment of acute injuries.

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Please note: Karen is not accepting new or ICBC clients at this time

Karen is a Registered Massage Therapist, licensed with the College of Massage Therapists of BC. She received her training from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in their 3000hr program. Karen has taken additional in depth anatomy courses in order to further understand the complexities of the body and its systems.

Through her practice, she uses various means of assessment, as well as her palpation skills, in order to find and treat the root cause of the pain or dysfunction. Her clinical experience includes treatment of sports related injuries, postural dysfunction, muscle tension, headaches, post MVA injuries and nerve impingements. Karen uses various massage techniques including myofascial release, deep tissue massage, trigger point release, and joint mobilizations in order to address the individual needs of her clients.

Karen understands the importance of injury prevention as well as the desire to return to activity as quickly and safely as possible after an injury. As someone who enjoys being active she likes to bring this knowledge and experience into her practice with the athletes she works with as well as those suffering from pain and discomfort on a daily basis.

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Charlotte is a registered physiotherapist and has received her Masters in Physiotherapy and her Bachelors in Kinesiology from University of British Columbia. She is also certified in acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute and trigger point dry needling and intramuscular therapy through the Functional Integrative Rehabilitation Education. Charlotte has experience with sports injuries, pre and post-operative rehabilitation, neck and back pain, and motor vehicle accident related injuries.

Charlotte’s treatment approach includes manual therapy, needling techniques, exercise prescription, and patient education. Using a patient-centered care model, she collaborates with her clients to form appropriate treatment goals and to make a plan on how to achieve them. Charlotte remains up to date with current evidence in physiotherapy research to support her treatment approach. She also has a special interest for women’s health. She has completed additional training in internal assessments and pelvic floor rehabilitation.

Outside of the clinic, Charlotte spends most of her time being active; you can either find her at the gym or at the local yoga studio. She is a weightlifter competing both provincially and nationally. With 7 years experience as a former CrossFit athlete, Charlotte has a special interest in helping this community and athletes alike to achieve high performance while remaining pain-free.

Charlotte is a registered physiotherapist and has received her Masters in Physiotherapy and her B... Read More

Please note: Caroline is not accepting new or ICBC clients at this time

Caroline graduated in 2001 and began her career in Ontario. After working in many environments to gain experience with other forms of health practices she realized the connection with physiotherapy suited her well. Over the years Caroline has taken courses in sports massage, pre/post natal exercise and joint mobilizations. But in recent years she has gained an appreciation for lighter techniques involving deeper anatomical systems through Cranial Sacral, Myofascial and Visceral education. She finds understanding these deeper systems a helpful tool to address the more complex restrictions of the body.

Caroline’s style as a therapist has grown to integrate all of these techniques depending on client’s presentation of symptoms and their desired outcome. Some common issues seen by Caroline include headaches, post concussive disorders, chronic/acute pain, digestive issues, pre/post natal and of course general tension and postural misalignment.

Many clients attend massage for symptomatic relief but Caroline enjoys and takes pride in her preventative care and client education. Providing relief, helping realize the importance of a healthy mind/body and assisting clients achieve their physical goals is why Caroline has loved her practice for so many years. Working with people of all ages and abilities continues to challenge her as a therapist and motivates her continuing education. As a mother of two boys she always remains active and maintains her health by playing soccer, going to the gym and practicing yoga.

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Marina completed her Masters in Physiotherapy at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario and is an active member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Global Health Division. Prior to her physiotherapy education, Marina completed a BSc. in Kinesiology with honours from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia and was a certified personal trainer through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Marina uses knowledge from her background in biomechanics and exercise prescription to help her patients learn functional movement patterns in order to relieve pain and return to the sports and activities they enjoy. She combines manual therapy and dry needling techniques to improve patients’ neuromuscular dysfunction. Marina has also taken post-graduate courses in vestibular and post-concussion assessment and management.

Marina has worked with a wide variety of populations and ages, including competitive athletes, post-operative rehabilitation, post workplace and motor vehicle collision, youth with neurological conditions, and weekend warriors. Her physiotherapy career has provided opportunities to travel, from the Yukon to southern India!

When not in the clinic, Marina is busy exploring BC and spends many of her summer weekends hiking and camping. If it’s winter, you can probably find her somewhere on Cypress snowboarding. She is currently training for her first triathlon.

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Brian has been working as an RMT since 2011 and is a VCMT (previously Utopia Academy) alumnus.

Brian has found the “direct route” to be the most effective way to help alleviate your symptoms while keeping in mind that stress-related behaviour, postural issues and/or sport-specific movements may be contributing to your overall symptom picture. He uses direct fascial techniques that can be tailored to your personal preferences with light to deep pressure, along with passive stretching and a smidge of Swedish massage. He has experience treating clients ranging from early teens to centenarians with a range of health problems including MS, chronic pain syndromes, sports-related injuries, muscle tightness, nerve impingements and soreness resulting from motor vehicle accidents. Whatever your issues are, he will say: “Challenge accepted!” and he will work towards your goal with you.

When not at work, Brian enjoys spending time with his family, listening to his vinyl collection, and furthering his passion for being a cinnamon bun, pain au chocolat or poké aficionado.

Brian has been working as an RMT since 2011 and is a VCMT (previously Utopia Academy) alumnus. B... Read More

Nataliya graduated with Master of Physical Therapy and Bachelors of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia. She is currently working through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Orthopedic Division levels and completed training in vestibular and concussion rehabilitation.

Nataliya’s treatment philosophy involves empowering patients to understand their pain and take an active role in their treatment. She believes in taking time to understand patients’ individual needs and values to build a patient-centered and evidence-based treatment program to help them achieve their goals. You can expect Nataliya to use a combination of education, manual therapy, dry needling and exercise prescription during your treatment session Having worked as a Personal Trainer prior to pursuing a career in Physical Therapy, Nataliya is especially passionate about using exercise to help treat, manage, and prevent further injuries. She is a strong believer in lifelong learning and is keen to pursue continuing education to expand her clinical skills.

Outside of the clinic, you can find Nataliya hiking, kayaking, and exploring the great outdoors.

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Jasdeep is a registered physiotherapist who received her training from the University of British Columbia. Upon completing her Masters degree, Jasdeep continued her education by taking her Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Level I certification as well as 3 Levels of pelvic health courses.

Jasdeep is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them in their recovery journey to reach their individual goals. Her treatment approach includes a mix of manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, exercise prescription, and client education. Jasdeep has treated individuals of all age groups with a variety of musculoskeletal injuries including, but not limited to: sports injuries, neck/back injuries, pelvic dysfunctions, and pre/post-operative rehabilitation. 

When not in the clinic, Jasdeep enjoys travelling, reading a good book at the beach, and playing a variety of sports around the city. 

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Sara graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2017 and has worked in multidisciplinary clinics ever since. She finds a healthcare team with multiple modalities is the best way to get you feeling your best. She has taken multiple courses on pain science to learn how the body processes stress, tension, and discomfort to bring a multifaceted approach to her practice.

Sara knows everyone and every “body” has their own story and has an empathetic, patient-centered treatment style. She approaches wellness with the whole person in mind, balancing therapeutic and relaxation techniques to guide the body through its own healing process. In a safe, supportive environment, Sara will work with you to create a treatment plan that helps achieve your personal healthcare goals.

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Please note: Ronan is not accepting new patients at this time

Ronan is a graduate of the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and has also studied at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition. She is passionate about a holistic and integrative approach to health and wellness, and uses assessment, treatment planning and home-care exercises specific to client needs. Ronan is experienced in treating a variety of conditions, and approaches treatments primarily through myofascial release techniques, incorporating dynamic release and breath to address the central nervous system in addition to soft tissue. Her treatments focus on facilitating mobility and function, preventative care, and injury recovery.

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