Kate is a graduate from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. Kate started her career as personal Trainer and group fitness instructor with a focus on women’s health and sports. With growing interest in the rehabilitative side of personal training and a desire to be a lifelong learner Kate decided to take her education further and pursue a career in massage therapy. Kate fell in love with the collaboration between trainers, physios and massage therapists and saw her clients thrive with this multidisciplinary approach.

As an athlete with a swimming, olympic weightlifting and body building background Kate has always known the importance of injury prevention and recovery. With a passion for sports, In her practice, Kate hopes to be able to work with a variety of patients and create a safe space to help others strive for athletic performance, manage stress, anxiety, injuries, muscle imbalances, and help all those interested in health and fitness reach their full potential.

In addition to practicing as an RMT, Kate is also chipping away at a business management degree at BCIT, enjoys dog walks, ice cream, travel and spending as much time outside as possible.

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Danielle completed her Masters of Physiotherapy at Curtin University in Perth, Western Australia (‘14) and holds an honours degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Guelph (‘08). She is experienced in the assessment and treatment of orthopaedic conditions as well as concussion and vestibular impairments. She holds certificates in Advanced Vestibular training (Bernard Tonks), Concussion Evaluation and Management (Shift Concussion) and Functional Dry Needling/IMS (Foundations Health Education).

She believes there is great benefit to the individual who plays an active role in their rehabilitation and strives to promote all of her clients in achieving their functional goals and returning to their best level of activity. Her treatment approach pairs manual therapy with individualized exercise programming.

Danielle is a year-round outdoor enthusiast and moved to BC from Ontario to enjoy everything the mountains have to offer. In her spare time, Danielle enjoys running, hiking, paddling, skiing and participating in functional fitness training.

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Jessie graduated with a Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney, Australia in 2010 after completing a Bachelors of Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia in 2007. She has experience working with people of all ages and functional abilities. Jessie enjoys working one on one to help individuals reach their movement goals. Jessie has completed her acupuncture training (CAFCI) and Gunn Intramuscular stimulation (CGIMS), as well as, her certificate of intermediate manual and manipulative therapy. Jessie uses a whole body approach to treatment incorporating Diane lee’s integrated systems model (ISM) throughout her practice. Jessie grew up playing volleyball, softball, basketball, dance, and track. With two little ones at home, Jessie can often be found on a nature walk, chasing a bike down the boardwalk, or enjoying travel through beautiful BC.

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Debbie graduated from The University of British Columbia with a Master of Physical Therapy in 2011. Since then, she has invested her time into continuing education and professional development to further her skills as a physical therapist. After extensive post-graduate training and mentorship, she received her Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, and the internationally recognized designation of Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (FCAMPT). Debbie is also certified in Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (CGIMS). Debbie enjoys and believes in mentoring other physiotherapists who are pursuing similar credentials.

In her practice, Debbie believes strongly in the application of manual therapy. In conjunction, Debbie utilizes a multi-faceted approach that includes prescribed exercises, client education, and/or needling to help clients achieve their goals and best outcomes. Debbie enjoys helping her clients get back to their pre-injury function, whether that be return to work or doing the day-to-day things that they love. Debbie is fluent in both English and Cantonese.

Outside of her practice, Debbie is a busy mother of two. She also enjoys running, spending time with her family, and recreational sports.

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Clementine Cheng, B.Sc. PT, MSc, CAFCI (Acupuncture), Gunn IMS, ConnectTherapyTM Series Graduate

Clementine graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. She completed her Masters of Rehabilitation Science through McMaster University in 2008 and went on to publish a paper in 2010 on the use of Rehabilitation Ultrasound Imaging in the assessment and treatment of multifidus and transverses abdominus in low back pain patients.

Clementine brings an unique background in neurological rehabilitation, as she worked for 10 years at GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre seeing patients with traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neuromuscular disorders.

To enhance her skill set and knowledge base, Clementine is certified in anatomical acupuncture through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada, certified in UBC Gunn IMS (Intramuscular stimulation), completed courses in manual therapy, manipulative therapy, and myofascial release. She has also pursued post-graduate courses in BET (Biokinetik Exercise Technique) Physio-Pilates after experiencing personal improvement towards her recurring injuries.

In 2018, she completed her ConnectTherapyTM Series with Dr. LJ Lee after seeing the difference it had on her spouse with debilitating back pain and seeing the life changing effects on his rehabilitation journey. Clementine is passionate about using this model to assess and treat her patients. ConnectTherapyTM is a whole person approach to assessing the symptoms the patient is experiencing. Using a detailed diagnostic system, she aims to discover the underlying impairments that are leading to the patients’ symptoms. Sometimes the underlying problem area may be painfree but still non-optimal. Through assessment, an individualized exercise program is designed to retrain your brain towards new movement patterns, which then lead to more optimal strategies for moving.

In her ongoing continuing education, Clementine is also pursuing post-graduate osteopathic courses through Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques in Osteopathy Mechanical Link. Clementine is a highly dedicated therapist who strives to ensure her patient receives the best quality of care. In her spare time, she enjoys being active outdoors with her husband and three kids.

Fluent in Cantonese and basic Mandarin.

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Esther completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto, after graduating from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. Esther firmly believes that everyone can greatly benefit from being intentional in taking care of their health and well-being, no matter their stage in life. She loves meeting people where they are in their wellness journey and supporting their efforts and goals in a warm and compassionate way. She has over 5 years of experience working with day-to-day injuries, pre-and post-operative surgeries, and MVA injuries. Through an active approach that consists of education, graded exercises, and manual therapy, Esther aims to empower her patients to be the drivers of their own health. Esther’s special areas of interests include cancer rehab, cardiac rehab, and pelvic health. She has worked at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in Toronto and is currently working in the cardiac rehab unit with Vancouver Coastal Health. Having completed further studies in pelvic health, Esther is passionate about supporting individuals through pelvic floor conditions, including but not limited to, pelvic pain, incontinence, and prolapse. She strives to be a person-centred physiotherapist who can provide a safe space for anyone to confide their health concerns in. In her leisure time, Esther enjoys hiking, staying active, and cooking & baking for loved ones. She also loves caring for the environment; you can find her tidying up local parks and neighbourhoods. Advanced Training Certifications: - Bachelor of Kinesiology - Master of Science in Physical Therapy - Trauma-Informed Care - Pelvic Health - Pelvic Health Solutions: Level 1 - Cancer Rehab - Cardiac Rehab - Exercise Therapy

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Alisa holds a Master of Counselling degree from City University, Vancouver BC, she is a Canadian Certified Counsellor with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, with the designation of CCC. She is a tenured clinical counsellor with a passion for helping people navigate the challenges they face.

Alisa approaches each client with empathy. She view’s her clients as the experts of their own lives. She believes that your personal story and experiences influence the choices that you make in your life. Sometimes, life can take us by surprise and we can find ourselves in situations that we never could have imagined possible. She views her role as a guide to find coping solutions and a path to a better life. Alisa is an empathic and a compassionate listener and counsels without judgment. It is most important to her that her clients feel safe and supported. She will empower you to think of your circumstances and struggles in ways you may not have thought of on your own. Collaboratively, you will find solutions that will have positive outcomes.

Alisa’s therapeutic approach is client-centered and solution-focused. She believes her clients are the drivers of their vehicles in change. She see’s her role as guide, to work collaboratively with clients to facilitate desired change by exploring possibilities and finding solutions to meet client goals. Her treatment approach includes Cognitive/Cognitive-Behavioral, Trauma Informed, Developmental, Family Systems, Interpersonal, Person-Centered and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

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Alisa accepts ICBC clients and private clients. ICBC services are fully covered under the enhanced care model, private clients are often covered by most extended health plans under Counselling.

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(ON MATERNITY LEAVE) Teri graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences and a Minor in Human Kinetics. Prior to completing her Masters in Physiotherapy, she worked with the BC Emergency Health Services as a Paramedic and Emergency Dispatcher.

Teri has an extensive background in competitive sports including swimming, waterpolo, basketball and softball. Her experience with sports injuries and work as a paramedic propelled her interest to study Physiotherapy at UBC. Teri is driven by her curiosity and desire to learn more about the body, chronic injuries and movement, and ultimately hopes to empower others with tools to help themselves get stronger and better.

Teri aims to work with her clients to achieve their goals with manual therapy, education, clinical pilates and individualized treatment plans.

During her Masters Program, Teri was the orthopedic club Representative where she hosted and participated in several extracurricular courses to further her skills. As a lifelong learner, Teri has taken postgraduate courses such as pilates, TMJ dysfunction, FMT advanced taping and advanced integrated musculoskeletal programs.

In her free time, you will either find her outdoors playing sports (softball, paddleboarding, tennis, ski/snowboarding) or trying new restaurants in town

Fluent in Cantonese

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Dan graduated West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2018 in New Westminster, BC. Throughout his life he was always passionate about sport, fitness and health. For this reason, he pursued a career where he could help like minded people to recover from injuries, fatigue and to be able take their athletic careers to the next level. With preference to deep tissue and trigger point release therapy Dan is happy to help his clients reach their recovery goals, and to help avoid future injuries and imbalances.

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Natalia is Balanced Body and Nationally Certified Pilates teacher (NCPT). She is a graduate of the Balanced Body University comprehensive training program in Vancouver with the classical Pilates training background. Natalia works closely with specialists in physiotherapy and rehabilitative treatments, providing a unique service that integrates an individually-tailored Pilates exercise program into a comprehensive movement-based treatment for clients. With over six years of experience collaborating with True Physio and Pilates as a Clinical Pilates Educator, she has developed and led numerous workshops to expand the use of Pilates in physiotherapy. Natalia plays a key role in offering valuable insights to create tailored Pilates exercise programs for the clinic’s patients. She is highly skilled in ensuring the program is safe, enjoyable, and adaptable to various levels, with a focus on flow and real-time feedback.

Natalia is also trained in Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), which enhances her understanding of the diagnostic approaches used by other healthcare professionals, including registered physiotherapists, osteopaths, and others who specialize in movement-based assessments. Her long-term vision is to combine her expertise in body movement to develop an integrated, interdisciplinary program that fosters physical self-awareness in clients. This program aims to address chronic imbalances, helping clients overcome pain and regain full mobility and optimal physical function. The collaboration with physiotherapists led to development of a comprehensive online Pilates program that combines functional movement and traditional Pilates exercises, ensuring full-body engagement. Natalia also took advance courses under the tutelage of “Pilates senior” Lolita San Migel as well as the renowned Pilates and movement professionals and educators such as Joy Puleo, Dr. Suzanne C. Martin, Thomas Myers, and Diane Lee. Natalia specializes in whole-body health and comprehensive wellness, and has a trained understanding of body movement, fascial connections, alignment, muscular-skeletal problems, and ways to address and retrain movement patterns using a variety of Pilates equipment. Natalia has come to Pilates from a unique background. She had certification as a martial arts instructor and experience as a young amateur ballet dancer. She is also a co-founder and long-term Assistant CEO of Calem Technology Inc., an HVAC business that she helped build with her husband and has been successfully operating for over 20 years. Now, she is enjoying successful career of Pilates Educator and Pilates Instructor. As Teacher of Teachers, Natalia is sharing her knowledge with movement professionals and Pilates instructors of all styles. Her remarkable understanding of the human body and learning processes, allow her to seamlessly bridge the gaps between different movements’ modalities and Pilates styles. She has a talent for breaking down complex concepts into simple, digestible pieces of information that students can immediately apply in their teaching.

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Shannon is an experienced Physiotherapist who has also worked for a number of years in the fitness industry. She graduated with a Masters in Physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia in 2014. After a low back (disc) injury ended her university volleyball career, Shannon developed a keen interest in helping clients who suffer from chronic low back pain. Shannon has a holistic approach to treatment uncovering the root cause of movement dysfunction to create a comprehensive treatment plan by breaking down movement patterns working to regain mobility, core strength, and breath mechanics. She’s particularly enthusiastic about empowering her clients through education: helping them understand their pain and improve function and performance. Shannon is a busy mom of two, and since becoming a mother, she has taken a keen interest in women’s health and pelvic floor related issues. She is passionate about pre/post natal care and helping new moms with post natal pelvic floor recovery and safe return to activity. Shannon has taken numerous professional development courses in dry needling/IMS, manual therapy, pelvic health, exercise prescription and movement evaluation and intervention. Shannon incorporates her extensive experience in exercise prescription with unique gym based physiotherapy sessions to address strength, flexibility, and rehabilitation goals with using movement as therapy. Outside of the clinic, you can find Shannon chasing after her two girls, doing some form of fitness activity, or walking the beautiful beaches of Vancouver.

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Adrienne graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and completed a thesis measuring postural sway in rocker bottom shoes versus regular runners and barefoot. Prior to her studying in Ireland, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology-Physiology at California State University, Fresno.

Adrienne has completed post graduate courses in a variety of manual therapy techniques, concussion management and is a certified functional dry needling (FDN/IMS) practitioner. She has spent the last several years working in both the private and public sectors and has experience treating people of all ages and fitness levels, including young aspiring athletes and senior citizens.

Growing up in the lower mainland she played both basketball and volleyball before eventually focusing on volleyball in university. She was recruited on a full NCAA Division I scholarship, playing all four years, garnering All-Conference athletic and academic awards. She played for Air Attack Volleyball Club and the BC Provincial Team where her teams won at the provincial and national levels. Her 1996 U-18 Air Attack Volleyball Team was inducted into the Richmond Sports Wall of Fame at the Olympic Oval in 2016.

With a background in sports and a passion for helping people, Adrienne takes a holistic approach to treatment, realizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship in establishing a patient-centered model of care. . Outside of the clinic Adrienne is a busy mom with two kids in the local community. In her spare time she enjoys exercising, being active outdoors, cooking and gardening.

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Advanced Training Certifications:

● Master’s in Kinesiology

● Certified Kinesiologist, BCAK

● CSEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist™

● CSEP High Performance Specialist™

● ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist ®

● Exercise is Medicine Level III™

Christina is a certified clinical exercise physiologist and a practicing member of the BC Association of Kinesiologists. She graduated from UBC with a Master’s degree in Kinesiology focusing on population and public health.

Her pursuit of graduate school stemmed from her employment with the UBC School of Kinesiology. There, she applied evidence-based practices of blending athletic training principles into mainstream fitness for older adults. She incorporated clinical criteria within health screening to create highly tailored exercise programs for clients that were executed with specialized guidance by health care professionals. This approach laid the foundation for her major paper. She saw tremendous results while working collaboratively with physicians and physiotherapists.

Christina’s diverse skill-set enables her to work with clientele who have coexisting chronic health and musculoskeletal conditions. While her career started in cardiac rehabilitation with risk factor and disease management within the healthcare system, her skills expanded into prehabilitation and active rehabilitation in community health.

Her approach to rehab and wellness involves the establishment of outcome measures to help guide success, all while educating clients every step of the way throughout the rehabilitation process. She believes in empowering each person with knowledge of movement mechanics and exercise physiology, so fitness gains can be achieved safely while at the gym AND in daily life.

In Christina’s spare time, she can be found on a volleyball court playing recreationally with her husband or coaching her daughters’ teams at both school and club levels. When she is not coaching, she is working on special projects volunteering with her family who believes in giving back to the community to reduce social isolation by building connections.

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Hailey is a certified and practicing member of the BC Association of Kinesiologists. She graduated from UBC with a degree in Kinesiology. Hailey also incorporates clinical reformer pilates into her rehabiliation programs where appropriate. She loves to learn and apply her education in the areas of injury prevention, strength and conditioning and rehabilitation and is excited to share this knowledge with her patients to help them uncover their true potential.

During her time as an undergrad, Hailey worked as a student kinesiologist and gained invaluable and practical expertise with ICBC patients and other individuals with unique and varied fitness goals. She believes in active movement as rehabilitation and getting people to move pain free.

Hailey grew up playing any, and all sports but eventually settled into Ringette. She found her passion in the team aspect of the game and thrived with the competition! She has competed in the 2019 Canada Winter games as captain of the Ringette team and currently plays in the National Ringette League for the BC Thunder.

Hailey loves to stay involved with her Ringette community and volunteers through coaching and running skill development sessions for teams.When Hailey is not at the rink, you can find her hanging out with her friends, travelling and enjoying good food!

Hailey accepts ICBC patients and private kinesiology clients.

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Yoga and Pilates Professional

Elle had the privilege of completing the Balanced Body Reformer Pilates Training with Master Trainer Lauren Brandt. Elle has been teaching Yoga since 2014 and believes everyone can benefit from the amazing transformation that comes from regular practice. Her sessions include a combination of yoga postures and classical Pilates reformer exercises that will provide challenge, increase flexibility, increase strength and provide nourishing movements to detoxify the mind and body. She believes that intelligent, mindful and slow movement is a chance to create more space and bring your body back to balance. A combination of Yoga and Pilates is the perfect way to gain flexibility and improve posture while developing optimal core stability. Whether its rehabilitating from an injury, or prevention and maintenance, the combination of Yoga and Pilates can help your body achieve the next level of health.

Elle also has training in Barre, Yoga for Athletes, Pilates. In your one on one session, she implements your tailored delegated program by providing instruction with hands on corrections and guidance, and cueing your own ability to become more body aware. Elle aims to empower her clients to achieve their personal best while enjoying the journey along the way.

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Stephanie is a highly skilled, experienced physiotherapist with a passion for lifelong learning and a broad range of expertise in musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and sports injuries. After completing a Bachelor of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia. Stephanie earned a Master’s in Physiotherapy in 2010. As part of her post graduate studies, she holds an FCAMPT certification which is the highest level of manual and manipulative therapy in Canada. She is also certified in anatomical acupuncture by the Canadian Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (CAFCI).

Throughout their career, Stephanie has been dedicated to continuous education, regularly pursuing courses to stay at the forefront physiotherapy practices. Her clinical focus includes musculoskeletal conditions, orthopedics, and sports injuries.

As an accomplished athlete, she helped lead the UBC soccer team to a national championship in 2006 and continues to play competitive soccer in Richmond. Outside of work, she enjoys skiing and snowboarding with her daughter, going to the gym, and staying active further fueling her passion for physical activity and wellness.

With over 15 years of experience, Stephanie is committed to providing patient-centered care, using evidence-based treatments to help clients achieve their full physical potential.

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Erica is a graduate of the Vancouver College Registered Massage Therapy program. Growing up, Erica always knew she wanted to work in the healthcare industry. She always enjoyed helping care for others and found RMT to be a rewarding profession as it allows her to connect with clients one and one to help them along their road to recovery. As a therapist, she wants to ensure that you feel comfortable communicating and working along with her in order to help achieve your goals. In her treatments, she incorporates techniques such as Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, joint mobilizations and stretching.

Prior to becoming an RMT, Erica completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from UBC. Throughout her years as a student she worked as a Pharmacy Assistant which allowed her to interact with a variety of people from all walks of life.

During her spare time, Erica enjoys trying new restaurants and spending quality time with her friends and family.

Erica is fluent in English and can speak conversational Cantonese.

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