Mike has been providing Physiotherapy to the KW region since 2014. He attended the University of Waterloo where he completed his Honours Bachelor degree in Kinesiology. While working through his Honours degree, Mike also participated in the honours co-op program, giving him the opportunity to work in a diverse array of fields ranging from biomechanics research to designing patient exercise programs for individuals undergoing cancer treatments. Mike then furthered his education by completing his Masters of Physiotherapy at McMaster University. He gained experience during his Physiotherapy studies which broadened his knowledge in orthopaedics, hospital acute care, and spinal cord injury rehabilitation.

Throughout his undergraduate studies Mike played rugby, both through the University of Waterloo and Waterloo County RFC. Mike has extensive experience in all manner of sports, activities, fitness and exercise. Mike aims to give his patients the tools they need to perform effective home exercise programs, and ensures they receive a balance of manual therapy techniques and exercise management. Mike believes that positively empowering the patient to take control of their rehabilitation is key for success.

Outside of the office, Mike spends time with his wife, x2 kids, friends and family. He has a passion for staying active with sports and personal fitness. Mike also enjoys reading, music and the outdoors.

We are overjoyed to have Mike as an integral part of our team and his desire to make a positive impact in this area.

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Jared received an Honours degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Guelph and then went on to Queen’s University to complete his Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 2010.

While at U of G, Jared spent three years as a student therapist working with various varsity teams and was twice nominated and a one-time recipient of the Trainer of The Year Award. In his graduating year at Queen’s University, he was the recipient of the Helen Chan Award of Merit.

Jared’s approach to treatment involves a combination of manual therapy, acupuncture/dry needling, soft tissue release and a strong emphasis on specific and functional exercises to address the root cause of injury or dysfunction. He works strongly to empower his patients through education, exercise prescription, lifestyle modifications and education.

He has been a lifelong multi-sport athlete and continues to stay active by regular participation in CrossFit, running, skiing and various sports.

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Scott was born and raised in Millbank, Ontario. Scott has always had a keen interest in sports, particularly baseball and basketball – although will play just about anything. He loves to experience the outdoors whether that be riding a bike, paddling a canoe or hiking on his own two feet. You can be certain that his camera will be close by, as he loves photography.

Scott graduating from the University of Waterloo in 2005 after completing his B.Sc. Kinesiology, co-op program. Through cooperative education Scott had the opportunity to gain valuable work experience in industrial and healthcare ergonomics, as well as exercise experience with senior and special needs populations. Scott then graduated from McMaster University in 2007 with his MSc Physical Therapy and has been practicing at Woolwich Physiotherapy ever since.

Scott has a keen interest in manual therapy and has taken several post-graduate courses to develop his skills in manual therapy. He has a particular interest in treatment of the shoulder and neck region, as well as rehabilitation following concussion. Scott is also trained in acupuncture and dry needling.

Scott loves working with people and is passionate about helping his patients meet their specific goals so they can get back to living life to its fullest.

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Dan earned his Bachelor of Physical and Health Education from Nipissing University, followed by his Master of Science in Physical Therapy at The University of Toronto.

Since graduation, Dan has worked in private practice treating a variety of musculoskeletal/neurological conditions. He has continued his professional development through courses in manual therapy from the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Dan has also taken additional courses in K-Taping, The McKenzie Method, and acupuncture.

He is a certified Sport First Responder and is currently working towards obtaining his Sports Physiotherapy Certificate. He has provided on-field coverage for a variety of sporting events including the Canadian Sledge Hockey championships, the Ontario Winter Games, the Muskoka Half Ironman, and spent a few years as the athletic trainer for the Elmira Sugar Kings Jr. B hockey club before taking a break to spend time with his newborn son.

Dan’s approach to treatment involves a combination of manual therapy techniques, patient education, and progressive tissue loading to enable his patients to return to a healthy active lifestyle.

In his spare time Dan enjoys playing sports such as hockey and golf, working out, cooking, making far too many fancy espresso based drinks and going on hikes with his wife and son.

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Nicole graduated from Queen’s University with a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy in 2010. Prior to this she graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science degree in Honours Kinesiology.

Before joining Woolwich Physiotherapy, Nicole spent her time practicing at a busy private practice clinic in Milton for nine years. She also currently practices at a private practice clinic in North Waterloo. She continues to pursue the best possible evidence based care by continuing her education in various orthopaedic courses. As a result of her drive to become an effective physiotherapist, Nicole has completed several post graduate courses including acupuncture and dry needling, Manual Therapy: Level II Lower, and specific courses on the lumbar spine, shoulder, elbow, and wrist. She is currently an active member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

Nicole has an extensive background in sports, including participation in competitive softball, recreational hockey and slo-pitch. Her keen interest in sports and the human body is what challenged her to pursue her goal towards becoming a physiotherapist. Nicole’s treatment philosophy includes a focus on patient goals and helping them achieve their highest health potential through an approach including hands-on patient centered care, as well as active physiotherapy techniques.

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Allison is a musculoskeletal sports medicine physiotherapist with advanced training in orthopaedics, sports rehabilitation, dry needling, and acupuncture, and years of experience working with athletes of all ages and abilities. She completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta, followed by a Master of Clinical Science in Physical Therapy at Western University, where she also earned her Fellowship with the Canadian Academy of Manual and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists.

Her clinical practice spans high-performance sport, youth and adult athletes, military members, and active individuals managing complex or persistent musculoskeletal injuries. Allison has a particular passion for knee injury reduction and rehabilitation, including supporting high-performance athletes returning to sport after traumatic knee injuries. Her work emphasizes injury prevention strategies, improving movement efficiency, and safely bridging the gap between rehabilitation and sport or performance.

In addition to her sports medicine practice, Allison has a strong interest in pediatric rehabilitation and brings extensive experience treating children and youth with a wide range of neuromuscular conditions. This includes working with individuals with rare genetic disorders, cerebral palsy, and muscular dystrophies within pediatric rehabilitation settings. She is an Assistive Devices Program (ADP) authorizer and can support families in accessing government-funded equipment to enhance mobility, function, and participation.

Allison thrives on the challenge of optimizing movement and performance—whether supporting elite athletes returning to competition, helping weekend warriors get back to the activities they love, or guiding “athletes in life” who simply want to move better and live fully. Her approach is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in rehabilitation science, with a strong focus on restoring confidence, resilience, and long-term physical health. No matter the goal—high-level sport, recreational activity, or everyday function—she is driven to help people return to what matters most to them.

Outside of the clinic, Allison loves staying active with her husband, two children and their pup. You’ll often find them snowshoeing and embracing winter adventures, or hiking, camping, biking, and golfing together in the warmer months. Movement is not just her profession—it’s a way of life, and she brings that same energy, curiosity, and commitment into the care of every patient she works with.

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Julie grew up in small town Blyth, ON. She attended Queen’s University in Kingston, receiving her Physiotherapy degree in 1992. After working for two years, she traveled and worked as a Physiotherapist in New Zealand, before returning to Ontario.

Julie has a special interest in upper extremity conditions, having worked for 17 years in the Hand Therapy program at Stratford General Hospital. She has attended professional development training in Chicago, Philadelphia, Vancouver, and locally in Ontario. She passed the Certified Hand Therapist exam in 1998. She looks forward to sharing this experience in assessing and treating a variety of upper-extremity injuries, tendon conditions, arthritis, as well as post-surgical rehabilitation. Julie also has expertise in custom splinting, which is prescribed to treat an assortment of upper extremity conditions and in post-surgical rehabilitation.

When not at work, Julie spends time at the rink with her children’s ringette and hockey activities. She also enjoys skating, downhill skiing, walking the dog, outdoor activities with the kids, and cottage life in the summer.

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Kaela completed her Bachelor of Science with specialization in Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa and her Master of Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. While at the University of Toronto, she served as President of the Physical Therapy Graduate Student Association and co-founded the Community Philanthropic Committee.

She has been awarded the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Leadership Award of Excellence, the Department of Physical Therapy Mountain Challenge Book Prize and the Gordon Cressy Leadership Award from the University of Toronto. She continues to be actively involved in the University of Toronto’s Physical Therapy program by assisting with labs and examinations.

Kaela combines her positivity, experience and passion to help her patients reach their goals, no matter how big or how small. She focuses clinically on both orthopedic and neurological conditions, including stroke, brain injury, and neurological movement disorders (ie. Parkinson’s, PSP, MS, ALS etc). She believes in empowering her clients and working collaboratively to develop individualized and meaningful treatment plans. She is a believer of life-long learning and continues to improve her clinical knowledge and skills with continuing education courses. She has a particular interest in treating ankle, knee, hip and shoulder injuries.

She has completed courses in advanced manual therapy, acupuncture, McKenzie method, Bobath, and Neuro-Development Treatment (NDT). She is a strong believer in life long learning, and progressing her own knowledge and skills.

She believes in making physio “fun” and getting to know her patients!

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