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Charlotte Anderson- MSc, PT., PhD.

Charlotte Anderson is a registered physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She graduated from the University of Toronto with a Masters in Physiotherapy, and was awarded the Goldie Lewis Award upon graduation for the demonstration of strong personal attributes. Charlotte’s area of interest and focus subsequent to graduation has been in muscular skeletal practice. She has undertaken ongoing professional development certifications in the areas of: nervous system mobilization, joint mobilization, manual therapy, taping and bracing and dry needling.

Charlotte has experience working in a number of different health care settings, but primarily in outpatient orthopedics, treating a wide range of conditions related to sport, work and the rigors of daily life.

Her practice at ALPHA Health Services focuses on all aspects of muscular skeletal health, including but not limited to injury rehabilitation, chronic pain management, healthy aging, exercise prescription and regaining function and mobility. Charlotte has a particular interest in preventative and maintenance based physiotherapy, and works hard with her patients to prevent secondary injuries from occurring. She is a strong believer in preventative actions to avoid injury or disease, and works hard with patients to live a healthy, active life that prevents the need for rehabilitation.

Her research in clinical education for Canadian physiotherapy students has been published in the Journal of Physiotherapy and presented at conferences across the country. She sits on the Executive of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (private practice division) as the Education Lead. These background skill sets complement and support Charlotte’s professional practice particularly in the area of individual specific rehabilitation and preventative physiotherapy. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences at U of T, with a focus on concussion management and rehabilitation.

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Kristen Blair is a registered physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She graduated from Western University with both a Masters in Physical Therapy and a Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with Specialization in Kinesiology.

Kristen’s areas of interest include acute and chronic orthopaedic conditions, complex spinal pathologies, as well as concussion rehabilitation. She has a strong orthopaedic and sport medicine background - with experience treating patient of all ages and activity levels. Since graduating, she has continued to expand her skillset and knowledge in the areas of concussion, manual therapy, acupuncture, dry-needling and nutrition.

Kristen’s passion for health and wellness stem from her own athletic career as a Varsity level wrestler, distance runner, and competitive soccer player. She strives to both restore optimal function and prevent re-injury through patient education, load management strategies, individualized exercise programming and manual therapy. Her approach to treatment pillars on building a strong partnership with her patients in order to develop meaningful management strategies to achieve their functional goals. Kristen prides herself on empowering her patients to maximize their potential in all facets of their lives.

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Rebecca completed her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy at McMaster University in 2019. Prior to this she completed a Masters in Kinesiology at Wilfrid Laurier University where she conducted research on Parkinson’s disease, and completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo. She is also a current member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and Ontario Physiotherapy Association. Rebecca’s areas of interest include orthopaedic and neurological rehabilitation. She is a committed lifelong learner and has completed courses in Soft Tissue Release and the Bobath Concept, and plans on completing further training in manual therapy. Rebecca is passionate about providing person-centred care and helping her patients achieve their goals.

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Louise is a registered physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in human physiology and kinesiology as well as her Masters in Physiotherapy at McGill University. Since then, she has further developed her skills through continuing education in orthopedic physiotherapy, pelvic health physiotherapy, and chronic pain management.

Passionate, enthusiastic, and full of contagious energy, Louise gets excited about helping her patients feel good. Louise believes having a strong and healthy body leads to having a strong and healthy life, and she is committed to helping her patients discover their full potential. Whether it’s getting back to your routine post-partum, shaking off that chronic back pain, or rehabbing your ACL sprain, Louise has got you covered.

She’s passionate about helping her patients understand the nature of their concerns and working with them collaboratively to find the best solutions to the problem. Regardless of what gets you moving, be it weightlifting, running, or playing with the fam, Louise can help you get back to doing what you love.

Louise is a lifelong mover, having competed as an endurance swimmer and water polo player. She has experience in powerlifting, yoga, and long distance running.

Louise est aussi une physiothérapeute bilingue. Si vous préférez communiquer en français, n’hésitez pas de consulter avec Louise pour vos besoins en physiothérapie orthopédique ou pour la rééducation périnéale.

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Daniel completed his Masters of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Toronto following the completion of a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with Honours at York University. During his Masters degree he conducted research exploring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals living with a disability. Prior to starting his Masters of Physical Therapy Daniel worked at a Chronic Pain clinic where he developed a strong interest in providing a holistic approach to pain management. In his spare time Daniel loves to get outdoors for walks and hikes, spend time with friends and family, and try new recipes in the kitchen.

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Olivia Martins is a registered physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She graduated with a Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto and has an Honours Bachelor of Science degree from York University. Olivia’s areas of interest include musculoskeletal, neurological rehabilitation and concussion management. She has experience working in both the hospital and clinical setting which has allowed her to practice a variety of physiotherapy skills.

Before university Olivia was a competitive ice dancer for 10 years representing Canada on the junior international circuit. Having undergone rehabilitation for various sports injuries during her skating career, Olivia appreciates the patient experience and the importance of best practice approaches for a fast recovery.

Olivia is passionate about continuing education in order to enhance her physiotherapy practice. Since graduating she has completed courses in manual therapy, vestibular rehabilitation and neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT).

Olivia is committed to helping patients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life.

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Priska is a graduate of the massage therapy program at Kikkawa College in Toronto, and is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Prior to becoming an RMT, Priska was previously a Shiatsu therapist, graduating from the Shiatsu School of Canada (now AIM Academy). She has also completed her 5th year at the Canadian College of Osteopathy.

With her extensive manual therapy background, Priska’s approach to treatment combines the modalities of Shiatsu, osteopathic manual therapy and Swedish massage. She is able to blend these practices together and offers a comprehensive approach in her treatment. Her style ranges from relaxation to deep tissue, always keeping the needs of the client in mind. Treating the client, not the pathology.

Having grown up in an active family, this has carried on with mountain bike and cyclocross racing later on in life. Priska has stopped racing and now focuses on bicycle touring and road riding. She’s also fulfilled a life-long dream, of riding horses and now owns her own horse.

Racing bikes and riding horses has come with its fair share of injuries, so she understands how important rehabilitation and safe-care is. Due to some of the injuries, she has had to deal with chronic pain. This has now led her to study Pain Science and move towards an evidence informed massage practice.

Self-care, such as regular massage has allowed her to get back on the bike/horse and continue enjoying an active life.

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Sofia Provad is a Physiotherapist registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She graduated with a Masters of Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto where she was awarded the UHN Patient Quality of Life Award for her academic, clinical and community work improving the lives of people with neurological conditions. She also received an Honours Bachelor of Health Science degree from Western University.

Sofia has experience working with a wide variety of age groups in settings such as acute care units, rehabilitation hospitals, and at-home care in the community. She takes a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced a stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury or are living with MS. Sofia concurrently works part-time at the In-Patient Spinal Cord Rehab Program at the Lyndhurst Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute.

Sofia enjoys working with students in various roles, including Clinical Instructional Assistant for the Neurological Clinical Skills Lab at the UofT Physiotherapy Department, as well as Clinical Instructor for UofT Masters of Physiotherapy students completing internships. She has also acted as a volunteer standing dance partner for Wheel Dance and enjoys using dance as a vehicle to explore core stability and upper body strength for individuals who use a wheelchair. Sofia also enjoys incorporating yoga and Pilates in her practice.

To further develop her Physiotherapy practice, Sofia has completed the Basic Bobath Certification for the treatment of adults with neurological conditions. She is also a certified PoNS practitioner.

Sofia is committed to helping her patients reach their movement goals, increase their independence, and participate in activities that are most meaningful to them.

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Darryl Tracy graduated honours from Dalhousie University in 1989 with a BScPT. After graduation, Darryl specialized in physiotherapy in neurological populations. He worked at Toronto Rehabilitation-Lyndhurst Centre. At Lyndhurst, Darryl was involved in developing the Lyndhurst Fitness Centre and also helped develop the Out Patient program. Darryl has worked in private practice since 2001 working with individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries, Stroke, Parkinsons, Multiple Sclerosis, Head Injury and other related injuries. Darryl has a parallel career as an award winning professional dance artist (performer, Master Teacher and choreographer) and currently teaches in Canada, US and throughout Europe. Darryl has extensive training with movement rehabilitation and also has his Basic Bobath Certification (2015). Darryl is an ADP authorizer and does specialize in hydrotherapy programs. As well as working with Alpha East, he teaches Anatomy with the Teachers Training Program at the National Ballet School (Toronto).

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Aaron Velasco is a graduate of Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy and is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Before becoming an RMT, Aaron graduated from Guelph University in Biomedical Science and later practiced as a Registered Nurse, graduating from the University of Toronto. After two years of consolidating his skills as a healthcare provider, he decided to start a career that would balance his other life interests.

Aaron’s approach to treatment is client-centred and collaborative to achieve clients’ goals through multiple modalities such as Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release Techniques, Stretching, Cupping, and more. Aaron has experience with different conditions such as, but not limited to, Sports-Related Injuries, Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, and Postural Malalignment.

Aaron is a dancer, creative choreographer, recreational runner, and coffee lover outside the treatment room. If you don’t see him at the clinic, he will most likely be busting a move somewhere or having a coffee after exploring foods to eat in Toronto.

Aaron looks forward to helping you get closer to your goals as your RMT!

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Kelsey Vickers is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. She completed her Masters of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Toronto following an undergraduate degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University in her hometown of Montreal. Prior to starting her Masters, Kelsey worked in pain neuroscience research at an orthopaedic hospital, where she developed a strong interest in physiotherapy while working alongside inspiring professionals in the field.

She is passionate about physiotherapy and loves collaborating with clients to help them feel better and get back to doing what they love. As a life-long learner, she believes in using the latest evidence to help clients achieve their movement goals.

Kelsey has experience treating a range of neurological and orthopaedic conditions across the continuum of care. She plans to grow her knowledge and expertise through continuing education in manual therapy and the Bobath approach to neurological rehabilitation.

In her spare time, you can find Kelsey hiking in and around Toronto, reading, and baking for family and friends.

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Joel Villanueva is a Physiotherapist registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Joel completed his Master of Physical Therapy in 2001 and Bachelor of Science in 1999 at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. Joel’s areas of interest include neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

Joel has experience treating neurological and orthopedic conditions in all ages and has worked in a variety of settings including acute and subacute rehabilitation, acute care trauma hospitals, post-operative therapy, outpatient therapy and therapy in the home-settings. He has extensive experience treating those who have suffered a traumatic brain injury and those who have suffered a stroke.

Joel is committed to providing individualized treatment to help his patients maximize their potential in their rehabilitation and to help them reach their goals.

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