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With a special interest in complex and persistent pain, Joanna is a physiotherapist with over 20 years of experience in health care. She holds a MSc in Physiotherapy, a BSc in Athletic Therapy and a Diploma in Transpersonal Counselling Psychology. She has worked as both a physiotherapist and a counsellor. In her younger years, she was a competitive athlete and earned a scholarship to a US university for rowing.

Joanna has advanced level training in Somatic Experiencing®, a body-focused therapy that addresses unresolved stress and trauma manifested as bodily symptoms, and helps to restore the nervous system to a more balanced, regulated state.

Joanna brings these skills into her practice along with traditional physiotherapy interventions to create her own unique style of care that nurtures the whole person; body, mind and spirit. Her approach is gentle and supportive, and she listens to her clients with curiosity and empathy. She believes that everyone has the ability to heal, and enjoys helping her clients break through barriers to realize this potential.

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Madelaine has been providing physiotherapy services since 2012, treating all things bladder for both men and women, such as bladder frequency, urgency, leakage, prolapse, pre and post prostatectomy, prostatitis and pain. She also spent a large portion of her career helping women prepare for birth and postpartum recovery.

Madelaine is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapist of Ontario. Madelaine is rostered to perform pelvic floor physiotherapy. She has completed extensive education in the physiotherapy field and is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, which brings a trauma informed lens to her practice.

When Madelaine is not working, she is busy training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and reading fantasy books.

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Having had a tough pregnancy, Madhu can not emphasize enough how pelvic physiotherapy helped to change her function and confidence with getting back to what she loves to do. She believes that healing requires good physical as well as mental health, and her practice reflects the same.

Madhu is a rostered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, and has been able to expand her practice from treating pregnancy-related issues to all different types of pelvic dysfunction and pain. Madhu is one of our lead physios for our Pregnancy Plus Program. She has been able to help many women experience a better pregnancy and delivery, and get back to playing with their children and resuming activity with confidence.

Madhu is a registered physiotherapist, member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and has over a decade of experience in the field.

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Stephanie enjoys treating a variety of orthopaedic injuries and helps lead Healthy Balance's Pregnancy Plus Program. She utilizes manual therapy, education, individualized exercise programs and modalities for a well-rounded treatment plan and a holistic approach.

Through her own pregnancies, Stephanie has learned the value of pelvic physiotherapy prenatally and postpartum. It is during this phase of life that she believes it is important for those who are pregnant to become empowered and advocate for themselves.

She has taken several pelvic health courses related to dysfunction and pregnancy. She has completed Level 3 certification in manual therapy through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. She is also trained in administering acupuncture in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain.

Stephanie is a Registered Physiotherapist, and rostered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, who graduated from McMaster University in 2013. Stephanie believes in lifelong learning and continues to pursue post-graduate education.

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As a recent cancer survivor Ratika, more than ever, believes that the best approach to health is a synthesis of physical, mental and spiritual well being. She tries to keep the same as a guiding principle while using a combination of education, manual therapy and exercises to help her patients.

As her life journey evolved to encompass motherhood she very early on recognized the value of pelvic health. She continued receiving advance education in Pelvic Health including pregnancy / post partum related conditions, various Pelvic structural and muscular dysfunctions and Pain related conditions.

Ratika completed her Masters in Physiotherapy specializing in Neuro rehabilitation. She has over 15 years of combined clinical experience working in both in-patient and out-patient settings.

Ratika is a Registered Physiotherapist and Rostered Pelvic Health therapist with the College of Physiotherapist of Ontario.

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Amanda has experience working with patients with multiple complex conditions including orthopaedic injuries, fibromyalgia, and endometriosis. Amanda has a deep appreciation for how our past experiences can shape our present and always take a trauma-informed approach with her patients.

She has received advanced education in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy including Male Pelvic Health and post-partum care. She also has a special interest in supporting women through the menopause transition with concerns such muscle loss and pelvic organ prolapse.

Amanda is a Registered Physiotherapist, and rostered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. In her free time she is usually mountain biking, climbing, or hiking with her dog Monty.

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With over 20 years experience, Taran has focused her career on personalised care and improving quality of life, one person at a time. Her continuing education has ranged from Orthopaedic courses, Visceral techniques, Pelvic Health Education and Pain Education. She uses an integrated approach to treat individuals who suffer from orthopaedic injuries, pelvic pain, endometriosis, urogenital dysfunction, and digestive-related dysfunctions.

Taran is a registered physiotherapist, and a rostered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. She earned both, a Bachelor degree on Psychology from the University of Western and Bachelor of Science degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Manchester in 2000.

Her passion for health and wellness reflects in her approach to Physiotherapy - the mind, body and soul play a synergistic role in a holistic approach to treatment. Taran co-owns Healthy Balance Physiotherapy and Wellness.

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Jill is committed to sharing her personal and research knowledge about Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain as evidenced through her array of clinical certifications, visceral techniques and pain science credentials. She is an international speaker and instructor, and on a mission to train more therapists worldwide to help these demographics.

Her goal is to provide therapy and support for both men and women suffering from many types of pelvic dysfunctions.

Jill is a graduate of McMaster University with both a kinesiology and a physiotherapy degree, rostered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, and a member of the Women’s Health and Pain Science Divisions of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Jill co-owns Healthy Balance Physiotherapy and Wellness.

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Tanya is a Registered Physiotherapist who enjoys working collaboratively with patients of all ages and abilities to achieve their goals and optimize function using a variety of treatment techniques including manual therapy, acupuncture, exercise, and education. Her own personal experience with sports related injuries fuels her enthusiasm for the job, and is why she advocates for patients taking an active role in their rehabilitation.

Tanya graduated from the University of Toronto with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, prior to which she completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at McMaster University. She is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (FCAMPT), and has completed the Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program at McMaster. She has also taken additional courses in soft tissue release, concussion management, and osteoporosis (BoneFit™ trained).

Tanya has a passion for life-long learning, and has participated in many continuing education courses to ensure quality patient care.

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Kaitlyn graduated from the University of Toronto with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy. Prior to this, she completed her Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at McMaster University. During her time at McMaster, Kaitlyn was a student athletic therapist and strength and conditioning coach for the Women's Ice Hockey team.

Kaitlyn has a keen interest in manual therapy and has taken a number of courses in manual and manipulative therapy. Kaitlyn is certified in acupuncture, soft tissue release, vestibular rehabilitation, and concussion management.

Kaitlyn believes in developing an individualized treatment plan and exercise program for every patient in order to facilitate recovery. Kaitlyn strives to empower patients to take an active role in their recovery process.

In her spare time, Kaitlyn enjoys staying active playing basketball, ultimate frisbee, tennis, and skiing.

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Catherine is a registered physiotherapist with over 25 years of experience treating orthopaedic injuries, with specialities in paediatrics and seniors. Catherine has taken a wide spectrum of continuing courses including Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Sensory Integration and Kinesiology taping. She has a keen interest in hypermobility syndromes, replacement surgeries and minimizing effects of osteoarthritis in functional activities.

Through work and life experiences, she has had the unique insight treating athletes at all levels, children with injuries/movement coordination disorders, weekend warriors, and treating seniors to maintain function and independence.

When not actively engaged in all things science, she can be found jogging around Bronte harbour, working in the garden or enthusiastically cheering on her artistic children's endeavours.

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Ashley is a lifelong learner and lover of health, movement and the human body. Her interest started as a child watching her mother suffer from debilitating chronic pelvic pain. This interest in health lead Ashley to complete her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences followed by personal training, clinical research and oncology rehab. The pursuit of Osteopathy was a natural progression towards a desire to gain a deeper understanding of the human body and how we create and maintain health.

Ashley practices principle-based osteopathy under the core tenets of osteopathy: the body is a unit, structure and function are reciprocally interrelated and the body has the innate ability to self-heal and self-regulate.

Treatment is personalized and aims to reduce the expression of symptoms, speed recovery by restoring motion and improve overall quality of life. Passionate about helping others, Ashley loves to educate and inspire a healthy lifestyle.

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Iurie Prohnitchi is a registered massage therapist who completed his education at Trillium College in Burlington, and is a member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.

Iurie is experienced in a variety of myofascial techniques and is known for his good sense of palpation, strong hands, and measured touch. He enjoys working with a wide variety of clients, from athletes to individuals seeking massage for chronic ailments, muscle tension, or general relaxation. He has taken an active release course specifically for the lower extremities in 2012 and has a keen interest in low back and pelvic dysfunctions.

Iurie's aim is to work with you to reach your health goals and get you moving better.

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Lisa is a Registered Massage Therapist, a 2004 graduate of The Canadian Therapeutic College, a member of the CMTO and RMTAO. Since graduating Lisa has expanded her knowledge with varying courses such as hot stone, Thai massage, medical acupuncture and muscle energy techniques.

Lisa has a passion for learning and educating and thus shared her knowledge through teaching technique courses to fellow RMT's. Lisa's approach to client care is holistic in nature as she believes self care is a major component to our well being. She uses a variety of manual therapies as well as client education to achieve results with all patients.

Lisa is a graduate of the Kinesiology program at The University of Western Ontario and is currently completing the Medical Administration program at St Lawrence College. Her background is in Competitive swimming, first as an athlete followed by 17 years coaching all ages of swimmers. Lisa enjoys working with people on their wellness journey and strives to make our clients feel welcome and well looked after during their visit to the clinic. She and her husband have 3 adult children and 2 dogs; in her spare time she enjoys walking, gardening, swimming and volunteering.

Priyanka is a storyteller at heart, and that extends to all of the roles she's held in her life. After working as a corporate lawyer, Priyanka dove head first into books, her original passion. She authored several children's books and worked as a writer, editor, and storyteller, setting up libraries across India dedicated to get kids into the habit of reading early on, by telling them just enough of a story to hook them. After a decade or so of being steeped in the world of children's books, she acquired a Master's Degree in Creative Writing from Dartmouth College, and discovered a passion for cooking and telling stories through food. Her journey into wellness comes from her own struggles with scoliosis and she aims to be a reassuring presence for the clients at the clinic. When she's not greeting clients with her trademark bubbly self, she's busy telling stories on her blog "Passive Aggressive Kitchen", tending to her 100lb dog, or driving through the countryside with her husband.