SEA TO SKY PHYSIO - Key Persons
Brett is a Registered Kinesiologist with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists and a certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. He holds a bachelor of Kinesiology, with a focus in Exercise Science and Training from Acadia University and a Master of Science degree in Human Health and Nutritional Sciences from the Human Performance and Health Research Laboratory at the University of Guelph.
Job Titles:
- Certified Yoga Therapist
- CERTIFIED YOGA THERAPIST ( MA, C - IAYT, E - RYT 500 )
As a Certified Yoga Therapist, Chelsea strives to empower her students & clients with the education and skills necessary for creating a meaningful change in their own experience. She is the Yoga Therapy Program Director at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts, a faculty member in various Yoga Teacher Trainings and offers private Yoga Therapy at Chelsea Lee Yoga Therapy in Squamish.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( MSc.PT, BSc.Kin )
- Squamish Physiotherapist
Chris' journey to becoming a physiotherapist began in high school when his own injuries from the basketball court led him to the physio clinic. He was instantly drawn to a profession that allowed him to blend his desire to connect with people with a passion for health and exercise. This led him to the University of Alberta to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (2012) followed by a Master of Science in Physiotherapy (2016), taking some time in between degrees to work in the fitness industry and travel.
He appreciates having a career that gives him the opportunity to guide others on the path to better health and performance. He enjoys the challenge of analyzing movement biomechanics, finding dysfunctions and solutions. His passion for exercise is reflected in a treatment style that focuses on optimizing strength, mobility, and quality of movement through appropriate exercise prescription.
In addition, Chris uses dry needling, acupuncture, joint manipulation, and soft tissue techniques to provide the best possible outcomes for his patients. He has a special interest in sport injuries and loves working with athletes of all abilities anywhere on the spectrum from injury prevention to rehabilitation to sport performance. He believes in finding ways to train around pain and always strives to keep his patients active despite their injuries.
Outside of work, you'll find him trail running, strength training, hiking, biking, or skiing. He's also an avid traveler, loves to spend time with friends and family, and enjoys sipping the occasional mezcal.
Job Titles:
- CHIROPRACTOR ( DC )
- Squamish Chiropractor
Dr. Scott Nicol recently moved to Squamish from Calgary, AB where he had been practicing for over 7 years. Originally from Kelowna, BC, his love for the outdoors began at a young age through skiing, biking, running, golfing and water sports. The close proximity to recreational activities and a slower pace of life drove the move to Squamish from Alberta.
Dr. Scott obtained his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. During that time, Dr. Scott had the privilege of competing as a varsity Track and Field middle distance runner where he won numerous CIS medals, set a school record and was the team captain for his final three years. He obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the University of Western States in Portland, OR where, at the same time, he completed his Masters of Science in Exercise and Sports Science.
Dr. Scott uses an evidence-based, diversified approach to care that includes a number of different techniques to aid his patients. Along with manual therapy, he uses Graston, Activator methods, numerous modalities and is full body trained in Active Release Technique (ART®). He has a keen interest in working with all individuals struggling with pain or dysfunction and is eager to provide long-lasting relief. Regardless of activity level, from weekend warrior to elite athlete, personal injury, motor vehicle accidents or workers compensation claims, Dr. Scott's wealth of knowledge and expertise can get you back to your better-functioning self!
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( BSc MScPT )
- Physiotherapist - Sea to Sky Physio, Squamish BC
- Registered Physiotherapist
Emma Clark works at both our Cleveland Avenue clinic and our Performance Center clinic. If you are not seeing current availability, please look at each clinic's schedule to find their next available appointment.
Emma is a registered physiotherapist and UESCA qualified ultramarathon coach. She completed her BSc (Honours) in Life Science and Health at Queen's University and her MSc in Physiotherapy from Oxford Brookes, in the UK where her dissertation focused on the injury experiences of both adventure and traditional athletes partaking in international level sport. She is personally an avid trail runner, climber and adventurer.
Emma loves to combine her experience of working as a personal trainer, coach and physiotherapist to help people get back to what they love doing and become more resilient after injury. She believes in a multimodal approach, focusing on the individual needs of the patient, exercise prescription and manual therapy.
Emma has a wide range of experience having worked in both hospitals and private practice. After graduation, Emma spent some time living in Scotland where she first worked in a treatment center working with injured first responders with a range of sporting, musculoskeletal and neurological injuries. She also worked at a private practice in Glasgow treating people with a variety of sport and non-sport related injuries (such as post-car accident). Emma has experience working with active populations in mountain towns and understands how important it is for people to be able to continue to pursue their passions, whatever they may be!
Emma is always striving to continue her education, and has certificates in sports massage, as well as FMS Level 1. She will continue taking new courses and pursuing knowledge in her areas of interest. She also offers coaching services.
Job Titles:
- Occupational Therapist and Acupuncture ( OT, R.Ac. )
Born in Quebec, she knew from a young age she would work in the medical field as she was passionate about helping people and fascinated by science. She graduated from McGill University in 2001 with a Bachelor of science in Occupational Therapy (OT). She worked as an OT for the last 20 years developing her expertise in many different fields such as neuro, musculoskeletal, palliative care, geriatrics, rheumatology and general med. She has worked in Montréal, London-Reading (UK) & Squamish-Vancouver in multiple settings such as acute care, rehab care, home care, private rehab and return to work programs. Florence went back to school in 2017 full of illusion to add new tools to her clinical tool box. Her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine opened her eyes to new horizons. She learned so many practical self-help skills that can be applied to someone's daily routine. Her focus in therapy is helping clients reach their goals, reduce their discomfort, promote harmony within their different systems and improve their quality of life. She has a special interest for treating concussion, mental health and woman's health.
Florence is a mother of two teenagers. Who is fluent in French, English and Spanish. She loves meditation, yoga, hiking, biking, water sports & cross-country skiing. She is a book worm and an avid traveller.
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist - Sea to Sky Physio, Squamish BC
Hannah has been working in the private practice setting since 2012 and has completed post graduate education in sports injuries, ACL injuries, tendon injuries, manual therapies, shoulder injury, dry needling, and exercise therapies. She has experience working with Rugby Union Men's and Women's, 15's and 7's Teams at Tournament level which enabled her to be the Tournament Physiotherapist at the Australian Women's Rugby 7's Championships in 2012 and 2013.
Job Titles:
- FOOT CARE NURSE / LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Irina offers a variety of services which include: foot care assessment, corns, callouses, heel fissure care and prevention, nail cutting and filing (including thickened, discoloured or misshapen toenails), leg and foot massage and footwear education. She also offers in-home appointments for those who are unable to get to the clinic setting.
As an active person (she loves hiking and running), she knows the importance of having comfortable feet: "When my feet hurt, it slows me down. Sometimes we don't realize how important feet are until they begin hurting. As a nurse, I believe that feet are at the base of good health and an active lifestyle". Irina is originally from Russia, where she was trained as an Engineer.
Jordan is a Registered Kinesiologist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who has been working in an orthopaedic rehabilitation clinic for four years and in the strength in conditioning field for five years. Jordan graduated from McMaster University's Honours Kinesiology program in 2015 and has since worked alongside a Physiotherapist learning manual treatment techniques, providing rehab-based exercise therapy, fitting custom braces, and designing exercise programs. He has experience working with both surgical and non-surgical patients ranging from the general adult population to elite level athletes from a variety of sports. He has also completed additional education and training in orthopedic bracing, K-Taping, and BoneFit exercise prescription for osteoporosis.
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- Registered Massage Therapist ( RMT )
I grew up in the prairie town of Saskatoon, SK and have spent some time as a wildland firefighter and in bike sales and mechanics before landing in Vernon, BC to attend the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2019. I was moved to pursue a career in healthcare and rehabilitation after over 12 years focusing on competition in long track speed skating and road cycling.
I have seen how valuable soft tissue therapy can be as part of the wellness picture, especially in management of chronic pain, facilitating recovery from injury, and addressing nervous system dysregulation from stress or trauma. I chose this field because I hold a deep appreciation for feeling well in your body and the quality it brings to life. I try my best to offer the most efficient and effective care for each client, and this often involves spending some time re-educating body awareness and movement. Given the opportunity, I love examining the ‘why' behind feeling a certain way.
I have been enjoying different forms of movement for a long time, and I currently enjoy rock climbing, skiing, trail running, and lots of dog walks. I'm always poking away at learning new things and love to talk podcasts, books and courses. I offer Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) which is helpful for muscular condition such as tennis/golfer's elbow, rotator cuff and other muscle strains or injuries.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( MPT, BSc, GunnIMS, CAFCI )
- Squamish Physiotherapist
Karen graduated from UBC's physiotherapy program in 2006. She moved to Squamish in 2007 and has been working in the community in public and private practice ever since. She is a strong believer in continual professional growth through education. She has completed her Level 3 manual therapy courses through the Canadian Orthopedic Division. She has taken post-graduate courses/training in Gunn IMS, vestibular rehabilitation, soft tissue work, the Mulligan Concept, acupuncture, Kinetic Link Training, arthritis, joint replacement rehabilitation, and shoulder rehabilitation. She is an active member of the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia (PABC).
Karen enjoys treating a wide variety of conditions, especially post orthopaedic surgeries, such as knee and shoulder surgeries and running injuries. Her treatments provide a one on one personal approach with an individualized treatment program. Karen believes in enabling her clients to gain ownership of their rehabilitation process in order to reach their physiotherapy goals. Outside of work, Karen enjoys skiing, running, swimming, hiking, and biking.
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( BScPT, BHKin, FCAMPT, CAFCI, Gunn IMS, ITPT )
- Squamish Physiotherapist
Karina Steinberg is an orthopaedic and vestibular physiotherapist with over 14 years of experience treating sports injuries. She graduated as a Physical Therapist from Queen's University in 2001 after completing a degree at the University of British Columbia in Human Kinetics.
Karina is trained at the highest post-graduate level in manual therapy and is fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapy (FCAMPT). She is also a certified Gunn IMS practitioner, is trained in medical-acupuncture, and has advanced training in Vestibular Therapy. She is currently working towards completing her Sports Diploma and instructs post graduate level concussion courses.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST
- Physiotherapist - Sea to Sky Physio in Squamish, BC
Karly Stevenson works at both our Cleveland Avenue clinic and our Performance Center clinic. If you are not seeing current availability, please look at each clinic's schedule to find their next available appointment.
Advanced expertise in functional rehab and manual therapy with a passion for creating individualized specialty programs. The programs I love to engineer incorporate appropriate exercises and recovery plans based on the person's sport, work, and family lifestyle. I find deep gratification in solving challenging issues for advanced athletes and have been fortunate enough to work with National Team Athletes, competing in the International sports arena, for nearly a decade.
Over the years I've worked with various teams in Australia, England, and most recently Northern Ireland. The professional athletes and teams that I've worked with include the Irish National Swim team, the Irish National Men's Field Hockey team, and the Irish National Rowing Team, all posing strong performance results with treatment. While my career has lead me to explore some pretty incredible parts of the world, I'm grateful to be returning home to my native BC to reunite my family, and to raise my 3 kids near their grandparents.
I'm excited to leverage my expertise in the ‘Olympic Cycle' to apply real ‘Sports Cycle' applications for folks from all walks of life here in Squamish as seasonality and sports cycles evolve. If you are a high impact athlete, are seeking a holistic pre-hab injury prevention plan, or are someone suffering from Shoulder, Hip, Knee or Groin related issues, I hope that we can partner together on your road to recovery.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( B.HK, CSEP - CPT, MSCPT )
- Physiotherapist - Sea to Sky Physio in Squamish, BC
Originally from London Ontario, Maddy moved to Ottawa to complete her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology (2013) as well as her Master's degree in Physiotherapy (2017) at the University of Ottawa. French being her first language, Maddy strives to provide comfortable and thorough care in both official languages of Canada.
Through her undergraduate degree, Maddy pursued varsity rowing and competed at many provincial, national and international levels. Through many injuries of her own, Maddy looked to knowledgeable physical therapists to facilitate her return to play and discovered she wished to provide that same level of care as a physical therapist herself.
Working both in the private practice community in both pediatrics and adults as well as in the public sector such as critical care and burns, Maddy believes in a holistic and full-bodied approach to physiotherapy. Discovering root causes of current injuries and adjusting lifestyle factors to ensure long term health is her main focus. Continuing education is one of Maddy's biggest professional goals and to continue providing the highest quality of care possible. She currently has advanced education in vestibular and concussion training, is currently a certified yoga teacher and personal trainer, has current breathwork and cardiorespiratory advanced courses through Mary Massery and hopes to continue her studies with acupuncture this year.
Maddy strives to provide an open and educational environment for her patients and seeks to be creative in her approach to return patients to their previous level of function. She is keen to provide care for all levels of function and age in the athletic, cardio-respiratory, neurology, and concussion populations in both adult and pediatric sectors.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( MKIN, MPT, CSCS, CEP, CAFCI, GUNN IMS )
- Squamish Physiotherapist
Maggie Scarlett works at both our Cleveland Avenue clinic and our Performance Center clinic. If you are not seeing current availability, please look at each clinic's schedule to find their next available appointment.
Maggie received a Bachelor's of Kinesiology with Honours from Acadia University in 2000 where she specialized in Athletic Therapy and Sport Medicine. She was the athletic therapist for Acadia's football team and conducted research on concussion with the varsity hockey program.
Following graduation she worked in San Francisco as a certified strength & conditioning coach (CSCS). Upon returning to Canada she earned a Masters of Kinesiology (2004) from the University of Calgary where she was trained in the Human Performance Lab working with elite athletes (alpine skiers, speed skaters, swimmers and cyclists) and earned her certification as an Exercise Physiologist (CEP). Realizing her strengths were in combining exercise with sport medicine, she then did her Masters in Physical Therapy at UBC.
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( MPT, BKIN, CGIMS, CPTBC )
- Squamish Physiotherapist
Patrick McKinnon works at both our Cleveland Avenue clinic and our Performance Center clinic. If you are not seeing current availability, please look at each clinic's schedule to find their next available appointment.
Pat McKinnon is an orthopaedic physiotherapist and Certified Gunn IMS practitioner who has been practicing throughout the Sea to Sky Corridor since 2008. Hailing from the majestic foothills of Calgary, Alberta, Pat graduated with distinction with a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from the University of Calgary in 2000. After spending the next few years immersing himself in the idyllic mountain culture of the Canadian Rockies, Pat decided to put all of his hard learned education to good use, so he moved to the west coast to complete his Masters of Physical Therapy degree at the University of British Columbia. Upon graduation in 2007, Pat promptly traded his boutique urban Kitsilano existence for the recreational paradise of the Sea to Sky Corridor, where he's been practicing and living the dream ever since. He never intended for it to be a permanent move, but you know how that story goes…
A devoted practitioner, Pat greatly values working collaboratively with his clients, taking the time to assess and treat their specific injury needs in a private, one-on-one clinical setting. He uses a variety of hands-on manual therapy techniques, in conjunction with individualized exercise prescription and focused re-training of dysfunctional movement patterns, in order to assist each client with achieving their personal rehabilitation goals.
Pat has post-graduate certifications in IMS and Active Release Techniques (ART), and has completed the Level 3 manual therapy curriculum through the Canadian Orthopaedic Division. He has a special interest in shoulder injuries and post-operative rehabilitation, but he is generally fascinated by the mind-blowing neuromuscular workings of the entire human body, and has undertaken extensive coursework targeting all of the major musculoskeletal regions.
When he's not in the clinic, Pat is a borderline obsessive freeride snowboarding enthusiast, both on the resort and in the backcountry. He also enjoys pedalling trails, climbing mountains, surfing waves, eating tacos, and not-so-secretly rocking out to sweet ‘80s hair metal jams.
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( BKIN MPT )
- Physiotherapist - Sea to Sky Physio, Squamish BC
Quinn is a physiotherapist driven to help individuals achieve their unique health and rehabilitation goals, whether it's recovering from an injury, improving mobility, reducing pain, or enhancing athletic performance. Quinn's treatments aim at identifying and addressing root causes, as well as developing long term solutions. He takes a personalized and holistic approach, utilizing a combination of manual therapy, tailored exercise prescription, and patient education to provide comprehensive care.
Quinn earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria and a Masters of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia. Additionally, Quinn has completed the Orthopedic Division Level 1.
Beyond physiotherapy, Quinn is big into outdoor adventure with interests in skiing and mountain biking. Quinn has a background in professional mountain bike racing that gives firsthand experience to the physical demands of athletic performance and the challenges associated with of injury rehabilitation.
Quinn is proud to be practicing in Squamish, the town he grew up in. With a deep connection to the area and the community, he looks forward to helping individuals achieve their goals.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( BKin, MPT )
- Squamish Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates
Saja completed her Masters of Physiotherapy Degree at UBC following completion of her Bachelor's of Kinesiology Degree in 2012. As a physiotherapist, she has completed the Orthopaedic Division Level 1, Anatomical Neuropathic IMS, the McKenzie Approach, and the Connect Therapy Sports Thorax. She has also done additional training in concussion management and pilates based rehab.
Saja grew up in Nelson, BC, where she developed a strong appreciation for the outdoors and the importance of living an active lifestyle. She grew up in the mountains, skiing, road and mountain biking, playing soccer, and trail running. Her interest in sports and healthcare, as well as her personal experiences with injury drew her to the physiotherapy profession. Saja lived in Squamish prior to completing her physiotherapy training where she worked closely with the cycling community, further developing her love and interest in both road and mountain biking.
In practice, Saja utilizes an individualized approach to care for each patient including manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, IMS, therapeutic exercise, and patient education. She believes in treating the whole person to make you stronger than before your injury and adapting the treatments to fit your goals and lifestyle.
Job Titles:
- PHYSIOTHERAPIST ( BHSc
- Physiotherapist - Sea to Sky Physio Squamish BC
Susie holds an undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy from AUT Auckland, New Zealand, and has pursued post graduate education through the Canadian Orthopaedic Division Manual Therapy Programme and the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada.
With over 15 years experience in private practice, she uses a hands-on approach in the treatment of a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries, and surgical rehabilitation cases. Combining manual therapy techniques with exercise and movement pattern retraining she develops personalized treatment plans for her patients. Empowering them to take an active role in the recovery process. A commitment to ongoing education ensures that she stays up to date with the latest advancements in the field and she is grateful each day for the opportunity to positively impact peoples lives.
Job Titles:
- REGISTERED DIETICIAN ( RD, CDE )
- Registered Dietitian
- Squamish Registered Dietitian
Suzie is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Food, Nutrition and Health from the University of British Columbia. Following graduation, she completed an extensive integrated internship with Fraser Health Authority. Suzie is registered with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia and is a member of Dietitians of Canada.
Suzie's passion is to motivate clients in making realistic and sustainable healthy diet changes to better suit their needs. She is committed to helping individuals meet their nutritional goals by working closely with them to optimize their health, prevent and manage chronic disease while improving their quality of life.
Suzie's scope of expertise includes prevention and management of chronic disease, inflammatory disease, and digestive issues with a special interest in sports nutrition.
Outside of work, she has a deep love and appreciation for the outdoors - is proud to call Squamish her home for the past 17 years. She is an avid mountain biker, snowboarder, and trail runner. She also enjoys cooking, travelling and spending quality time with her family and friends.