MPthy, BPE, Biomedical Dry Needling Manual Therapy, Paediatrics, Sports Trainer, Sport Injuries, Running Injuries, Whiplash and Concussion.

Growing up playing sport all year long, I had my fair share of injuries. I’ve pretty much-injured everybody part in one way or another. The moment that I realized I had an interest in rehab therapy was after sustaining my worst shoulder injury in hockey when I was 16. It was so painful, and I could hardly move my shoulder for a couple of months, but I worked hard, and I had a great therapist, Scott, who was a lot of fun and made me look forward to my appointments and promised me that if I could do five pushups, then I could go skiing that Christmas. When all was said and done, and I was ready for hockey again, Scott and I said goodbye, and I said: “hey, you know what? I might want your job.”

Trevor completed his Bachelor of Physical Education in 2010 from the University of Alberta, followed by his Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, in 2013. Trevor has a diverse experience in Physiotherapy, initially working in private sports injury practices for many years but then transitioning on to the Stoney Nakoda First Nation, where he gained a great deal of experience in a trauma-informed approach. Most recently, Trevor has worked in the pediatric world, helping children with disabilities overcome and improve their physical function. Being Australian-trained means that Trevor has a strong background in manual therapy and has taken many professional development courses, including Dry Needling and Concussion management. He is excited to work at Sunshine Physiotherapy and looks forward to a broad array of clients he can assist with his expertise and experience!

Outside of work, you can find Trevor in the kitchen or enjoying the outdoors with his family; whether that is on skis, bike, or foot.

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Denise Brochu B.Sc.PT, B.Sc.P.E., M.C.P.A., Clinic Owner Physical Therapy Degree, International Sports Physiotherapist, Diploma in Sport Physical Therapy, Physical Education Degree, Massage Therapist, Post Graduate Certificates in Orthopedics, Medical Acupuncture, GUNN IMS, Women’s Health, Yoga Instructor

Denise knew she wanted to be a physiotherapist since high school. She has been passionate about her career ever since. She believes that the patient is best served through collaboration with sports medicine doctors, orthopedic surgeons, family doctors and other allied health providers. She obtained her combined physical therapy/physical education degrees from the University of Saskatchewan in 1996/1997. Denise worked in Saskatoon and then in Calgary at the Lindsay Park/Talisman Centre where she treated recreational athletes, National athletes, and Pro athletes. At Sunshine Physio she continues to treat this array of athletes. Denise has also worked in the school setting with children with disabilities and paediatrics offering early intervention and treatment. She no longer goes into the school setting, however, routinely treats babies for torticollis (head shape deformities) and paediatric neuromuscular issues. The majority of her early career was in the sports setting. This included working with local, National, and International teams. The highlight of those experiences was traveling as the team physio for the Canadian Men’s Rugby Team to Ireland. Denise has taken her levels and competency exams in Orthopaedics. She has passed the oral and written component of the Manual and Manipulative therapy (Part A) from the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy. Denise has been involved in pursuing a level of excellence for her dear patients. In 1996, she obtained her Advanced Massage Therapy, in 1997 achieved her Personal Fitness and Lifestyle consultant, and in 2010 received her Diploma in Sports Physical Therapy. The diploma in sport medicine is the highest level awarded. This takes years of studying, course work and hands on work. She obtained perfect marks: presently there are a little over 100 physiotherapists across Canada with this level of distinction. She maintains this distinguished designation with continued required course and field work. In 2019 she was designated as an international sport physiotherapist. Denise suffered from a persistent, nagging pain for a couple of years in her right ovary. She found tremendous relief from Traditional Chinese Medicine, so in 2000 went to the University of Alberta to receive that designation from the renowned Dr. Steven Aung. In 2007 she took further courses in the use of acupuncture needles and obtained GUNN IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation). After the birth of two large babies (10 pounds each), Denise took a variety of courses in women’s health to treat pelvic floor weakness, incontinence and pain (2004 - 2014). She has taken numerous courses to help females stay active and prevent pelvic floor issues such as incontinence and prolapses. She has expanded that knowledge to help men as well who have issues with prostate cancer and pelvic floor pain (2014). In 2010 Denise was in a massive head on collision on the highway where she suffered numerous injuries, including fracturing (breaking) her back, hip, foot, numerous torn ligaments, and suffering a serious concussion. She loves treating chronic pain of the spine. She has successfully returned to an active lifestyle through excellent physio, sports medicine, and yoga. She loves working with a multidisciplinary team like she had, to provide an appropriate solution to ongoing musculoskeletal problems, which may involve providing referral for prolotherapy evaluation/treatment, or interventional radiology procedures; as well as providing physiotherapy management before, during and after such procedures. As well, she firmly believes in an active home exercise program or coming to her numerous classes that she offers if more guidance is needed or to ensure doing the exercises in a safe manner. She has developed a personal interest in treatment of concussions and has taken numerous courses in the evaluation and treatment of concussions over her entire career. As research and treatment has changed dramatically over the course of her career, she continues to take courses to stay on the leading edge of what is new to help her dear patients. She shares her passion for physio, sports medicine, energy medicine and yoga at the clinic and through the numerous classes she offers. The Core Physio Yoga classes are designed to bridge the gap between physio treatments and to return to an active, pain free lifestyle. She has been teaching classes on and off for over 30 years, changing and enhancing them as she develops as a student and teacher. See her yoga bio and class info for more information on the Sunshine physio website.

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Lilac had wanted to be a Physiotherapist since her high school days of athletic injuries and her own experiences of recovery with the help of a Physiotherapist. She graduated from McMaster University in 1995 with a baccalaureate degree in Physiotherapy, after attaining a BSc in Kinesiology from University of Waterloo. She spent the next 12 years in the USA working in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and home care settings, with a special interest in neurological rehabilitation with the older population. Upon return to Canada, she has worked again in hospitals and home care settings in Calgary.

She is now focusing on the private outpatient setting, after taking advanced training in dry needling, Canadian Physiotherapy Association manual therapy, concussion management, vestibular rehabilitation, and is also authorized by the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta to refer patients for x-ray, ultrasound, and MRI.

Throughout her career in diverse settings and locations with diverse patient populations in the USA and Canada, she continues to have a passion for helping people attain the best movement abilities as possible. She takes a client centered focus with a “whole person” perspective rather than an “isolated body part” perspective. That means helping someone overcome movement challenges and be able to “function” in whatever capacity their daily routine requires - personally, socially, professionally, and/or recreationally.

She has sustained and recovered from numerous and various injuries/surgery herself and can empathize with her patients from personal experience.

Lilac stays active and enjoys any outdoor activities including skiing, camping, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, cycling on the road and in mountains and taking her two dogs along if possible. Indoors, she enjoys weightlifting, yoga, and kickboxing.

Her past passions in competitive skydiving culminated in several world record titles including the world’s largest freefall formation (200 Way) in 1992 and as an original core member of the USA Women’s National Skydiving Team Synchronicity in 2000 and 2001, she won two World Championship titles and played a key role in helping to establish an international competitive skydiving category for women.

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Natalie Porto is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist dedicated to helping individuals achieve optimal health through whole foods, lifestyle balance, and evidence-based wellness. With a strong background in nutrition education, natural health, and culinary arts, Natalie empowers clients through personalized care, compassionate guidance, and practical tools for sustainable change. Natalie brings extensive experience from both clinical and natural health settings, supporting clients with goals such as weight management, gut health, hormone balance, mental health, inflammation reduction, and overall well-being. She provides individualized nutrition assessments, supplement recommendations, and customized meal plans rooted in functional health principles. Her background reflects a deep commitment to nourishing others and promoting accessible, health-supportive food choices. Fluent in English and Portuguese, Natalie is known for her empathetic, proactive approach and her passion for integrating education, natural healing, and practical lifestyle strategies. She holds a Natural Nutrition Diploma from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, a Professional Cooking Diploma from SAIT, and a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from the University of Fortaleza, where she was recognized for academic performance. Natalie’s mission is to support every client with personalized guidance, empowering them to build long-lasting habits that lead to vibrant, whole-body health. Her approach is personalized, focusing on the root causes of imbalance and creating sustainable strategies that fit each person’s lifestyle. Outside of the clinic, Natalie enjoys activities that support her own sense of balance and well-being. She loves going to the gym, exploring local organic markets, taking her kids to playgrounds or for a walk in the woods, reading personal-growth books and treating herself to relaxing massages. Theses personal passions help her stay grounded and inspire the lifestyle practices she shares with her clients.

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Celia Gjosund Dip, P.T., M.C.P.A. Celia loves all sports, she is a former field hockey, tennis and squash player and now is an avid golfer. She trained in England, and all her post-graduate work has been completed in Canada including: manual therapy, medical acupuncture, orthopedics, muscle energy and C. Gunn IMS. She worked in Fort McMurray for 20 years dealing with sports and industrial injuries helping clients to return to their activities.

Celia is a licensed teacher of the GLA:D program – an evidence based 8 week education and supervised exercise program developed in Denmark to treat hip and knee osteoarthritis – which she plans to run beginning in March 2018.

She enjoys treating old and young patients with concussion after a sports accident or a motor car accident, giving a varied exercise involving eye, concentration and movement. She has also done training in Vestibular and dizziness symptoms – these symptoms can be helped to enable you to return to the quality of life you deserve.

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Chelsey Hulowski, B.Sc.P.T., C.A.F.C.I., Gunn IMS Post Graduate Courses in Orthopaedics, K-taping, Medical Acupuncture, Gunn IMS certified, Pelvic floor/Women’s Health, Dizziness, Vestibular/Vertigo Rehabilitation

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Jessica received her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Mount Royal University. She has lived, studied, worked, and played in the Cochrane area for her entire life. Jessica has always had a curiosity for understanding why people do what they do, and found her passion in rehabilitation to help people engage in the activities that are most important to them. She believes strongly in balance within life, between our various roles as individuals, family members, friends, workers, etc, and between the activities that fill our time, including self-care, productivity, leisure, and rest. Jessica believes that Occupational Therapy has a role in facilitating and maintaining wellness via promotion of engagement and participation in meaningful activities by developing and following healthy routines.

Jessica has worked her career in private practice with a strong focus on vocational rehabilitation, supporting clients in returning to work following acute injuries as well as necessary leaves of absence due to chronic illness. She has experience in completing comprehensive functional cognitive assessments to help clients understand and utilize their strengths while compensating for their challenges, as well as both home and ergonomic assessments. Jessica also has experience in working collaboratively with her Physiotherapy colleagues in the management of concussion symptoms and the progressive return to activity following a brain injury, as well as the management of chronic conditions. She enjoys working on an interdisciplinary team of rehabilitation professionals in a collaborative manner to best support clients in meeting their overall goals.

Jessica is committed to continuous learning. She completed a graduate research project in the area of ergonomics, presenting her team’s research at the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapist’s annual conference. She has completed additional training in Ergonomics, Functional Cognition, Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure Therapy. Jessica has plans to complete post-graduate certificates in Vestibular and Concussion Management as well as Chronic Pain Management in the fall of 2025. She is a Registered Occupational Therapist with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists and holds memberships with the Society of Alberta Occupational Therapists and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

Outside of work, Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and friends, crafting, and playing games. She has recently begun re-prioritizing reading for enjoyment after years of reading for learning only, and is enjoying this as a form of rest (and occasional escape) from the new demands of being a first-time mother.

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Ghislain Paré is a certified kinesiologist and osteopath with over two decades of experience in physical education, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education from the University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM) and earned his Doctorate in Osteopathy in 2012. He is a proud member of both the RITMA Association and the Corporation des Praticiens en Médecines Douces du Québec (CPMDQ). A former competitive weightlifter, Ghislain has participated in numerous training camps and competitions, cultivating a deep appreciation for the transformative power of physical exercise. His personal journey informs his professional philosophy: that true well-being arises from the harmonious integration of physical, mental, and social health. This holistic vision guides his work with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Since 2007, Ghislain has practiced osteopathy and kinesiology in Montreal, later expanding to Longueuil in 2009. His dual expertise allows him to tailor treatments that address both structural imbalances and functional movement patterns, leading to optimal outcomes in pain management, recovery, and performance. His approach is rooted in precision, empathy, and a commitment to long-term vitality. Ghislain’s career also includes a notable collaboration with Cirque du Soleil, where he worked with elite performers to design individualized training programs and support post-physiotherapy recovery. This experience deepened his understanding of high-performance demands and reinforced his belief in the importance of adaptability and resilience. Now based in Alberta, Ghislain continues his clinical work at Sunshine Physio and Wellness in Cochrane, where he brings his rich experience and integrative methods to a new community. He is also actively pursuing Alberta teaching certification, with the goal of contributing to physical education in francophone schools across the region. Whether in the clinic or the classroom, Ghislain remains dedicated to empowering others through movement, awareness, and care.

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Luana Pasqualini, C.H.N. Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant B.Sc. Nutritional Sciences (Brazil) Postgraduate in Functional Nutrition (Brazil) Certified in Nutrition Coaching & Mindful Eating Trained in Behavioural Science and Bloodwork Interpretation

Luana is a Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant with a strong foundation in both conventional and functional nutrition. Originally from Brazil, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences and worked for over four years as a Registered Dietitian in clinical practice. She later completed postgraduate training in Functional Nutrition and became certified in Holistic Nutrition through the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN).

Her food-first approach focuses on nourishing the body with real, whole foods to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Luana combines nutrition coaching, mindful eating, and lifestyle guidance to create personalized, sustainable strategies that address the root causes of imbalance.

She supports clients with digestive concerns, hormonal imbalances (PCOS, PMS, perimenopause, menopause), emotional eating, cardiovascular and immune health, ADHD-related symptoms, and more. She also has extensive experience with nutritional supplementation and is trained in interpreting bloodwork to assess nutritional status.

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Jackie is a compassionate and skilled Registered Massage Therapist who brings a wealth of experience to her practice. Originally from Calgary, Jackie spent 7 years in Saskatchewan before recently returning to her roots to pursue her love for outdoor activities like downhill skiing, hiking, camping, and horseback riding in the mountains. After a rewarding 35-year career in the dental industry, Jackie fulfilled her longstanding desire to become a registered massage therapist, and graduated from the Alberta College of Massage Therapy in 2021. She enjoys working in a multidisciplinary physiotherapy clinic where she can collaborate with other dedicated health professionals to promote client health and wellness. As a caring and professional therapist, Jackie is passionate about making her clients feel heard, understood, and valued. She is dedicated to providing high-quality therapeutic massage that promotes overall health and wellness. Her diverse skill set includes deep tissue massage, injury rehabilitation, prenatal massage, cupping therapy, trigger point release, relaxation massage, and myofascial release. Jackie’s holistic approach ensures that each client receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs.

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B.HSc., M.PT, Post Graduate Courses in Orthopedics, K-taping, Medical Acupuncture

Isabelle graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa in 2010. She then continued her studies by completing her Master’s in Physiotherapy in 2013 also at the University of Ottawa. Since completing her studies she has worked in several private orthopedic clinics. She has treated a wide range of orthopedic conditions and worked with a clientele of all ages. She has a great interest in working with athletes as she grew up playing sports at a competitive level. She is a very attentive and committed physiotherapist who loves to share her passion for physiotherapy with her clients. She believes that a combination of manual therapy, therapeutic exercises and education are essential to improve an individual’s well being and help them reach their optimal function. Isabelle is committed to continuous learning and is eager to learn specialized or new techniques in order to enhance the quality of treatment. Over the years, she has refined her physiotherapy skills through additional training including Mckenzie Mobilization Technique, Mulligan Concept, Acupuncture and Dry Needling, K-taping and more.

Isabelle enjoys sports such as fastball and volleyball. When not working you can find her spending time with her family camping, hiking or skiing in the mountains.

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MSc.PT., BSc Physiotherapist, McMaster Contemporary Medical Neurofunctional Acupuncture, Orthopedics, Running Injuries

Emma received her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University, after completing a Bachelor of Science Honours degree from the University of Toronto. She has a strong interest in treating musculoskeletal injuries, and uses a client-centered and evidence-based treatment approach, involving functional exercise, manual therapy and education. Having rehabbed multiple injuries as a young athlete herself, Emma understands the frustration and emotional toll injuries can have, as well as the opportunity they provide to develop better movement patterns and injury prevention strategies. Emma loves helping clients of all ages and abilities achieve their goals and get back to doing what they love. Emma has previously worked in orthopedic private practice in Toronto and Calgary, and has experience working with and treating a variety of conditions and clients. As an avid runner herself, Emma has experience and a particular interest in treating running injuries and working with athletes. Emma has completed the McMaster Contemporary Medical Acupuncture program, and has completed additional training in manual therapy and running injury rehabilitation. Outside of the clinic, Emma enjoys all things outdoors, particularly running, cross-country skiing, hiking, swimming, kayaking, and travel.

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