Alexander is a graduate of both the Fitness & Health promotion program from Algonquon College, as well as the intensive massage therapy program at the International Academy of Massage.

After years of competing in high school and collegiate track & field and Rugby he transitioned to coaching athletes and personal training for the better part of the last decade.

Alexander thrives at getting his patients out of pain and back to what it is they do best, whether that be sport or striving towards functional longevity and ultimately living life happy, healthy and to the fullest.

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Nick’s journey began with his first experience in physiotherapy during an undergraduate placement at Optimize Physiotherapy in 2021-2022, where he discovered his passion for helping others through movement and manual therapy. Nick completed both his Bachelor’s in Human Kinetics with a minor in psychology and Master’s in Physiotherapy at the University of Ottawa. His approach to care is grounded in evidence-based movement-focused strategies and manual therapy. Nick served four years in the Canadian Armed Forces as a reservist with 33 Combat Engineer Regiment, where he developed a strong sense of dedication, discipline, and resilience—qualities that he carries into his professional practice. He proudly promotes physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through his own pursuits, including a powerlifting style of training and long-distance running, having completed a marathon and two ultramarathons. His favourite sport is combat sports, and he is currently diving into the world of triathlon, training for Ironman 70.3. Nick has broad experience working with athletes during his last 3 years of studies, having served as a student trainer for the GeeGees hockey team and providing sport coverage for rugby, soccer, ringette, kickboxing, and muay thai. He holds Level 1 Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sport First Responder certifications. Nick’s biggest goal is to help people get out of pain, restore function and provide them with the tools to make life-changing decisions by incorporating physical activity into their daily life. Nick offers his services in French, English, and Spanish.

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Yulia completed her undergraduate BSc in Health Sciences and MSc in Biology at Carleton University before going on to complete her Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of Western Ontario. During her time at Carleton she worked as a personal trainer where she discovered her passion for movement and physical activity as a way to improve sports performance and improve the lives of the people she worked with. Yulia enjoys an active life style including hiking (the four day hike to Machu Picchu was a particular highlight), running, skiing, weight lifting, and even hip hop dancing. Her treatment approach is based on her passion for coaching better movement for injury prevention.

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Having obtained a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education degree from Queen’s University, Paul decided to travel overseas to complete his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. While overseas, he gained additional experiences working with local soccer and rugby academies and discovered CrossFit.

His passion for rehabilitation, fitness and human performance began through the multiple sports he played growing up in Ottawa. Paul’s main sport of hockey gave him the opportunity to compete at the Junior A level and he has also given back and coached at the minor hockey level. Sports have developed Paul’s special interest in treating athletes and anyone looking to get the most out of their bodies while living pain free. He strives to help people enhance their movement quality, functional strength and mobility in order for them to achieve their goals and needs.

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Mike grew up in the Ottawa area, and completed an honours BSc in Biology at the University of Ottawa in 2010. He then went on to graduate with a Masters of Physical Therapy at Western University in 2013. He has an extensive background in competitive hockey and soccer, and currently has a passion for strength training and human movement. His style of treatment incorporates best practices from physical therapy and a variety of other movement and strength disciplines. In addition to his manual therapy skills, his treatment emphasizes movement re-education, functional strengthening, and attaining better overall health and fitness.

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BSc, MSc. PT, CSCS

Jenna earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McGill University, where she played varsity soccer and field hockey. Her passion for sports performance and movement therapy during this time inspired her to pursue careers as both a Strength Coach and Physiotherapist.

She went on to complete her Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. While living abroad, she discovered CrossFit and now works as a Strength Coach at CrossFit 1855.

Movement-based therapy is central to Jenna’s rehabilitation philosophy. She is passionate about helping individuals return to the activities they love, pain-free and performing at their best. Her expertise includes working with fitness enthusiasts, particularly endurance athletes, winter sports athletes, and recreational gym-goers, providing them with the tools and confidence to pursue their passions. Jenna also enjoys empowering individuals of all fitness levels—from beginners to elite athletes—by teaching them how to train efficiently and sustainably to keep doing what they love for years to come.

Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Functional Dry Needling Certified Certified with The Running Clinic (Lower limb injuries) Level One – Concussion Management, SHIFT

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Dan graduated from the Master of Science in Physical Therapy program at Queen’s University. His previous education includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Promotion at Laurentian University.

He has additional certifications in; Adaptive and Inclusive training (i.e., exercise safety, risk mitigation, and programming for people with physical disabilities), Clinical Management of the Fitness Athlete, Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science, and Dry needling for the trunk and extremities.

Additionally, he has worked with the Laurentian varsity cross country and track athletes for 4 years. Working with high-level athletes is what sparked his interest in rehabilitation and the importance of reducing the risk of injury through training. He emphasizes an active approach to recovery, which takes into consideration your current abilities, lifestyle, and most importantly your goals. He uses a combination of manual therapy techniques (e.g., soft tissue release, dry needling, joint mobilization) and exercise prescription in order to optimize outcomes. He believes that physical therapy helps people build the capacity and confidence to move better with treatment plans that are evidence-based and meaningful to you. In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time in the gym, road/gravel cycling, snowboarding, whitewater canoeing, and backcountry camping.

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Victoria was born and raised in Ottawa where she was a competitive dancer for the first half of her life. After her dance career, she decided to expand her knowledge in the health and fitness industry by completing her diploma in Health and Fitness Promotion at Algonquin College in 2015. While working as a personal trainer, she decided to pursue higher education. She completed her B.Sc. in Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa in 2020 and completed her Masters degree in Physical Therapy at University of Western Ontario in 2023.

In her free time, she enjoys strength training, running and yoga. She likes to take a whole person approach to treating clients while considering the most recent evidence in the field of physical therapy. She wants to empower her clients to be an active participant in their own health and wellness. She hopes to coach you to move more often and better for your own body and lifestyle.

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Jon completed his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Memorial University of Newfoundland followed by a Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University.

Throughout his career Jon has continued his education by completing certifications in Functional Dry Needling, Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Levels 1 & 2), Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement System Impairments, and Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping.

In his spare time Jon enjoys strength training, hockey, golf, and hiking. He is a strong believer in the therapeutic benefit of exercise and strives to provide a movement-based approach to rehabilitation. As a physiotherapist, his goal is to enhance movement, function, and physical well-being through a combination of manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription, and education on both injury management and prevention.

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Kayley graduated from McGill University’s physiotherapy program, where she played varsity rugby. She then obtained a master’s degree at the University of Ottawa in human kinetics, specializing in mental performance consulting. Kayley believes that exercising both the body and the mind are keys to optimizing performance in sport and in life. Further complimenting her passion for sport and health, Kayley also coaches CrossFit.

As a physiotherapist, her goal is to encourage quality movement and to empower others to engage in daily activity, leading to improvements in function, performance and overall quality of life. Kayley also has experience treating various neurologic conditions, where she equally uses her movement and exercise-based approach.

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Lianne graduated from the International Academy of Health Education in 2020. She always knew she wanted to work in the healthcare field, and her passion for massage therapy began at a young age when she was exploring ways to help her mother who was suffering from cancer. Her mother would joke about how Lianne should be a massage therapist one day, and little did they both know, she would be.

Today, Lianne is very dedicated to her clients, helping them manage chronic pain and achieve their goals with an evidence-based approach to treatment. She wants to investigate what is causing the pain and treat from that perspective as opposed to going through the motions. She is passionate about what she does and enjoys educating her clients with ways to manage pain and dysfunction through at-home care by utilizing exercise, stretching, and hydrotherapy between appointments.

Lianne specializes in Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release, and Deep Tissue Massage. She is also in the process of achieving additional certifications in Cupping and Guasha techniques. In her spare time, Lianne likes listening to podcasts/audiobooks, spending time in nature, playing piano and dancing in her kitchen.

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