OLIVIA TOMLINS, Physiotherapist
Olivia shares the ethos of PhysioGURU: fix people’s problems and see them as much as they need—no more, no less. She diagnoses issues through a thorough assessment, clear explanations, and a detailed recovery plan. This is the PhysioGURU way.Specializing in running-related injuries—and doing her best to prevent her own—Olivia loves chatting about training and offering run assessments to help you keep up with your ambitious goals. Using exercise-based rehabilitation, intramuscular stimulation (dry needling), education, and manual therapy, she focuses on long-term solutions to get you back to what you love and keep you out of the clinic—although Olivia will always be excited to see you!
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Running-related injury rehab and prevention
✔️ Exercise-based rehabilitation for return to sport and performance
✔️ Intramuscular stimulation (dry needling) and manual therapy
✔️ Education and long-term strategies to reduce re-injury
AMRIT GILL, Physiotherapist
Amrit believes in clear diagnosis, efficient treatment, and helping people get better as quickly as possible—the PhysioGURU way. Using targeted exercise, manual therapy, and education, she provides practical tools to create long-term solutions and help patients return to work, sport, and daily life with confidence. Amrit was first introduced to PhysioGURU as a patient while she was a physiotherapy student and was drawn to the focused, effective approach to care. She went on to train under Ryan for years, developing strong assessment skills and clinical reasoning to address the root cause of pain and injury. Outside the clinic, Amrit is training for the BMO HalfMarathon, enjoys hiking and camping, and exploring new coffee spots. She offers physiotherapy services in both English and Punjabi.
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Identifying root causes of pain or dysfunction
✔️ Exercise-based rehabilitation and movement confidence
✔️ Education to support understanding and long-term recovery
✔️ Manual therapy and practical tools for return to daily life, work, and sport
RYAN WANAGURU, Physiotherapist & Owner
Ryan Wanaguru graduated from the University of Sydney in 2008 with a degree in Physiotherapy. He openedPhysioGURU in 2019 as a place where people receive the care they come for. Ryan treats his clients with respect, focuses on fixing the root cause of issues, and wants them to get on with their lives. He hires clinicians who share thePhysioGURU way: honest, hardworking, and committed to fixing people’s problems for good. Ryan was certified in dry needling/IMS in 2017. Outside the clinic,Ryan has a strong passion for endurance challenges. He ran the BMO VancouverMarathons in 2013, 2020, 2021, and 2025; cycled solo from London to Paris in2011 and from Marseille to Milan in 2018; and completed 12 Grouse Grinds in one day in 2023. In 2025, he ran the Knee Knacker race. His 2026 goals are to reach 14.1 on the beep test and break the world record for most golf holes played in 12 hours (current record: 242).
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Sports injury rehabilitation and return to performance
✔️ Dry needling / intramuscular stimulation (IMS)
✔️ Treatment for active individuals and endurance athletes
✔️ Functional rehab to support strength, resilience, and injury recovery
MICHAELA STRONG, Registered Massage Therapist
With a background as a competitive athlete, Michaela has always been interested in recovery and keeping the body in peak condition for performance. After experiencing multiple rugby-induced injuries during her college years, she understands how life-altering injuries can be for active individuals and how they can stand in the way of pursuing our passions. Michaela’s work philosophy is highly client-focused—your goals are her goals. Whether it’s injury recovery, pain relief, or reducing tension, she tailors her care to whatmatters most to you. Outside of work, Michaela enjoys bike-packing in the great outdoors and training for triathlons. As an active person herself, she embraces the PhysioGURU way: getting you back to the activities you love and keeping your body moving smoothly.
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Injury recovery for active and athletic individuals
✔️ Pain relief and symptom management
✔️ Reducing muscular tension and restoring mobility
✔️ Performance support and keeping the body in peak condition
NEILL KLEINVELDT, Registered Massage Therapist
Neill graduated from the Vancouver Career College RMT program in 2022 and is in good standing with the CMTBC. He worked as an RMT in Quebec for over 10 years and is now registered in British Columbia. His approach is client-centred, customizing each treatment to meet the needs and goals of every patient. With his experience and training, Neill recognizes the importance of treating the body as a whole. To achieve optimal results, he uses a variety of techniques including myofascial release, joint mobilization, and deep tissue therapy when appropriate. He also incorporates stretching, patient education, and home programs to help support recovery. Neill enjoys treating active individuals, post-surgical patients, those recovering from injury, and people experiencing pain with daily activities. He has been involved in competitive sport since childhood and currently runs marathons while preparing for his first Ironman competition.
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Myofascial release, joint mobilization, and deep tissue therapy
✔️ Stretching, patient education, and individualized home programs
✔️ Injury recovery, post-surgical rehab, and pain with daily activities
✔️ Whole-body, client-centered treatment for active individuals
ASHLEY LOUGHEED, Nutritionist
Ashley is a certified nutritionist who isn’t about quick fixes or one-size-fits-all plans.She helps clients get to the root cause of their health concerns, ditch the guesswork, and feel their best from the inside out. Born and raised in NorthVancouver, Ashley spent a few years playing hockey in New York before happily returning home. Outside of work, she enjoys being in nature, gardening, and lacing up her skates (still playing hockey—averagely but passionately). With a background in mental health and experience as a post-collegiate athlete, Ashley understands how stress, gut health, and nutrition are deeply connected. After navigating her own digestive issues and anxiety, she discovered holistic nutrition and now helps others do the same by combining sustainable habits with functional lab testing. Above all, she wants clients to feel heard, supported, and at home in their bodies again.
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Identifying root causes of health concerns rather than quick fixes
✔️ Gut health, stress, and mental health–nutrition connections
✔️ Sustainable nutrition and lifestyle habits
✔️ Functional lab testing to guide personalized care
MELINDA FREITAS, Counsellor MACP, RCC
Melinda approaches both her work and personal life from a holistic, whole-system perspective, recognizing the importance of background, personality, lived experience, interests, strengths, family dynamics, work, and spiritual or existential factors in each person’s journey. Her therapeutic approach is client-focused and solution-oriented, drawing from evidence-based modalities including Mindfulness-CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), FamilySystems, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Melinda works with individuals aged 19+ and in allyship with LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC communities, and she is San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety (ICS) trained. She specializes in supporting clients through life transitions such as divorce, grief and loss, and career or health changes, as well as chronic anxiety and depression, stress management, and relationship concerns. Outside of work, Melinda enjoys exploring the city,playing tennis, cycling, practicing yoga, and getting creative in the kitchenthrough baking and cooking.
What they focus on clinically
✔️ Navigating life transitions (divorce, grief/loss, career or health changes)
✔️ Chronic anxiety, depression, and stress management
✔️ Relationship and interpersonal concerns
✔️ Holistic, client-centered therapy using evidence-based approaches (Mindfulness-CBT, ACT, Family Systems, SFBT)
We’re always looking for enthusiastic people to join our team! If you’re interested in a physiotherapy or registered massage therapy position, email info@physioguru.ca to connect
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