K. Scott Simpson
Scott completed a post-doctoral fellowship (FCAMPT) in Physiotherapy at University of Western Ontario, having previously completed Doctorate and Masters degrees. He’s now an instructor and mentor in the Canadian and US fellowship programs. He’s been Therapist for various National Teams. Scott is trained in IMS dry needling and manipulative therapy techniques.
Kieran Baird
Kieran is a graduate of the Master of Science in Physiotherapy program at the University of Alberta. He has participated in recent clinical placements with focus on knee and shoulder injuries, exercise-based rehabilitation, and manual therapy. In addition, Kieran has completed his dry needling training.
Esmé Hait
Esmé completed her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology through the University of Victoria, she then proceeded to complete her Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia. Since graduation, she has worked both on the Island and out of the province, giving her the opportunity to work with many different injuries and clients. She has always had a strong interest in working with Kids. Esme is also trained in vestibular rehabilitation.
Tyler Shalansky
Tyler graduated from the well-respected Masters of Physical Therapy program at the University of Western Ontario. This program was a natural progression for him following the completion of his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia Okanagan.
Christian Louwers
Christian Louwers is a graduate from the University of Western Ontario‘s Physical Therapy program. He has returned to Vancouver Island to soak up the many natural attractions that the Island has to offer and help promote the health, wellness, and function of the island’s residents.
Emily Hogan
Emily completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Kinetics at St. Francis Xavier University, where she also spent two years working as the student athletic therapist for the men’s basketball team. She continued her education at Queen’s University and graduated with a Master of Science degree in physiotherapy. After working in the East Coast, Emily decided to move west to enjoy all the natural beauty that the West Coast has to offer.
Tim Camps
Tim Camps graduated from Fonty’s University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands, attaining his Degree in Physiotherapy with honours. His internships were focused on sports physiotherapy, applied exercise and manual therapy. Tim believes in using the newest research to create a tailored treatment solutions. Tim is also trained in vestibular rehabilitation.
Amanda Pomphrey
Through her undergraduate and Master’s studies, Amanda has worked with local sport and university teams in Victoria, as well as paediatrics, care of the elderly, oncology, cardiorespiratory, rheumatology, and neurological rehabilitation
Amanda grew up on the Saanich Peninsula with a passion for all things sports. She played high level soccer for 12 years before transitioning her focus to rowing where she captained the University of Victoria’s Women’s Varsity Rowing Team for 3 seasons.
Nick Filipchuk
Nick graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. Born and raised in Victoria, Nick long been involved in as many sports as possible including soccer, running, and many more.
Kirsten Trant
Kirsten is a caring and compassionate therapist. Her areas of therapeutic strength are anatomy, physiology, muscle testing, as well as treating a variety of common conditions for various age groups.
Vanessa Wheeler
Vanessa became a registered massage therapist in 2015 after graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. She found her passion in helping people recover from injuries and educating them how to stay fit so they can take on the world.
James Ewert
A lifelong learner, James is a graduate from Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy, holds a degree in Kinesiology from the University of the Fraser Valley, and is a trained Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Some of his major clinical interests include the science of pain management, neuromuscular control, therapeutic exercise and helping people get back to what they love.
Tru Hartwood
Tru started giving massages when he was in grade 6 and quickly became popular for them. It was an easy choice for him to attend the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and graduated from their 3 year, 3000hr program in 2001. Since then he’s accumulated a wide range of experience, from working in both Physiotherapy and Chiropractic clinics, as well as providing on-site massage in hospitals, palliative care, and seniors homes.
Joshua Weed
Josh is a recent graduate from the Camosun Massage Therapy program awaiting his certification. He became interested in massage after an RMT was able to completely relieve aches and pains that had been bothering him for years. It was a powerful experience that sparked an interest in manual therapy.
Tanner Wawyrko
Tanner graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in April of 2022. He is excited to begin his career at Saanich Physio + as a Registered Massage Therapist.
He has been a coach at Peninsula CrossFit since 2017 and enjoys working with like-minded individuals who have an interest in health and fitness. He is enthusiastic in helping people move and feel their best with active and passive massage techniques as well as corrective exercise and stretching. He is looking forward to joining our community and can’t wait to start working with some of you!
Karla Cumming
Karla graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Summer of 2022. Massage therapy as a career intrigues her because she never gets tired of meeting new people; and what better way than to meet people while helping them to have the best quality of life?
Kala Stone
Kala graduated from the University of Victoria (UVIC)with a BSc. Kinesiology in 2020. Prior to graduating from UVIC, she attend Arizona State University on a track and field scholarship where she studied Exercise Science and Nutrition. Kala has a passion for everything running and currently serves as an Assistant Coach for the University of Victoria track and cross country team.
Kala is currently completing her CSEP certified personal trainer and NCCP Performance Coaching certificates.
Kirsten Ramsay
Kirsten holds a degree in Kinesiology from Camosun College and is a BCAK Registered Kinesiologist, NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, and CSEP Certified Exercise Physiologist. Kirsten has been working in the exercise & wellness industry since 2017 in areas including personal training, adapted/paraplegic strength & conditioning, cardiac rehabilitation, and sport performance for elite, amateur, and recreational athletes involved in hockey, soccer, softball, and lacrosse.
Dr. Kent Butler
Dr Kent Butler received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree with honours from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in 1987. His education continued with a one year surgical residency followed by a one year biomechanics fellowship at the Pacific Coast Hospital in San Francisco. This was the only biomechanics residency offered in North America.
Treating: Bunions, Callouses, Ulcers, Sore Feet, Ingrown Nails, Arthritis, Tendinitis, Toe Problems, Plantar Fasciitis, Orthotics
Bara Hladik
Bara Hladik is an experienced wellness massage practitioner trained in Acupressure, Reflexology, and Tui Na techniques.
She is a 3rd year Acupuncture student at Royal Pacific Institute and an aspiring Doctor of Chinese Medicine.
She is passionate about health, wellness, and pain relief. She offers Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, Hot Stone, Lymphatic Drainage and Facial treatments along with Wellness Massage.
*Bara is not a registered massage therapist and her treatments are not eligible for insurance benefits*