A little about myself…
I obtained Master of Physical Therapy (2015) and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (2006) degrees from the University of Saskatchewan and I am a Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (2006).
Before completing my Masters, I worked as an Exercise Therapist in both chronic disease management and physiotherapy clinic settings. I also owned and operated a Pilates and Highland Dance studio from which my devotion to integrative methodology is rooted.
A life-long learner and professional development devotee, I am perpetually registered in courses that hone my therapy skills, namely manual therapy, neurodynmics, running analysis and taping.
Outside the clinic and studio, I enjoy trying new physical activities. I started playing hockey on a women’s team in rural Saskatchewan in an attempt to impress my two hockey-crazed sons and their coach, (my husband) Ashley. I also learned to row, attending the 2016 Masters Rowing Championship in Regina with the resurgent Lloydminster Rowing Club.
I have a passion for performing arts, physical activity and sport, respecting the powerful synergy between physical participation and well-being at every age.
I am currently the Secretary of the Global Health Division for the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
Certifications & Courses
Integrated Systems Model — 2020 Akasha Cohort
Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) with CSEP
CPA Orthopedic Division (Level 1&2, Level 3 Upper Quadrant)
Neuro Orthopedic Institute (NOI) Mobilizing the Nervous System
Assessment and Treatment of Viscera
K-Tape Pro
Sport Physio First Responder/Sport Physiotherapy Taping with SPC
Running Injuries of the Foot with Swodeam Institute
Professional Yoga Therapy, Instructor
Stott Pilates Rehab Instructor Matwork 1&2
Stott Pilates Essential, Intermediate & Advanced Matwork
Stott Pilates Essential & Intermediate Reformer
Scottish Dance Teachers Alliance Fellow
British Association of Teachers of Dance Member
Scottish Official Board of Highland Dance Adjudicator