Dr. Rae is a licensed acupuncturist and registered member of the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta. She completed the four-year Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (herbal medicine) Diploma at the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2018. Rae also holds a certificate in Holistic Nutrition Counselling from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. Rae’s nutrition, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and 12-year pharmacy assistant career combine to provide a truly integrated and holistic approach to her practice. Her varied background allows her to stay current on innovation in both modern and traditional medicine.

WHAT RAE TREATS:

Rae’s interests include reproductive health for all genders, pregnancy support, painful or irregular menstruation and associated disorders (PCOS, PMS, endometriosis), digestive health, and stress and anxiety management. She also enjoys treating all types of musculoskeletal injuries, pain, and whiplash associated disorders (WAD injuries).

TECHNIQUES RAE USES:

Rae combines Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, IMS/dry needling, cupping, nutritional, herbal and lifestyle counselling to achieve balance, optimal performance, and well-being in her patients. Rae prides herself in her ability to hold space and truly listen to her patients.

WHAT RAE LOVES OUTSIDE OF WORK:

Rae is passionate about training for ultra-marathons and cracking cold beers on mountaintops. She loves spending time camping and adventuring with her partner, eating vegetables, and trying new things that scare her, like rock climbing and dealing with spiders that sneak into the tent.

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Rama Swami is a pelvic health physiotherapist who completed her postgraduate studies through the All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Her experience in healthcare settings ranges from hospitals, nursing homes, and private practice clinics.

She moved to Calgary in 2012 with her husband. After delivering her daughter through a c-section, she realized the importance of taking care of her health. It fueled her passion to help women through different stages of their pregnancy and postpartum journey and inspired her to help them live the life they want to live.

Rama Swami provides continuing education as a clinical instructor for physiotherapy students graduating from the University of Alberta.

Certifications and Specialties

*Level 3 Certification in Pelvic Health Dysfunction

*Certification in treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse

*Advanced training in treating Pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy

*Certified in Chronic Pain Management

*Pessary fittings

*Trained in Trauma-informed care (for physical and sexual trauma )

*Yoga as a therapeutic approach in Pelvic Health Care

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Delaine graduated from the Massage Therapy Program from Mount Royal University in 1995.

Since then, over the course of 25 years, she has studied and has certifications in numerous modalities. Her practice is rooted in traditional Swedish techniques and integrates this with Myofascial release, Trigger Point therapy, Cranial Sacral and Active Release type techniques. Delaine holds certifications in Advanced Orthopaedic techniques, Manual Lymphatic Drainage which aims at reducing pre and post surgical edema. She is also certified in Perinatal massage and loves working with expectant mothers.

Delaine is always looking for other modalities to enhance her practice and help her clients in recovery, improved mobility and believes that further education is key to a successful practice and to help her clients achieve their goals. Delaine enjoys working with a diverse set of clients from all levels of sport, fitness, injury and conditions. A lifetime of participation in competitive and recreational sport has brought an understanding of injury and recovery from the viewpoint of client and therapist. She enjoys working in a multidisciplinary setting and has collaborated over the years with Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Physical Trainers and Medical Doctors.

Delaine is thrilled to be joining the community at Lakeview Physiotherapy & Acupuncture’s Movement Studio.

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Dr. Gayle Maguire

BSc, ND, Acupuncture, Prolotherapy, Craniosacral Therapy

Gayle knew she wanted to enter medicine from a young age though struggled initially to decide between the different specialities. At 15 years old, she first learned about naturopathic medicine which appealed to her desire to help people feel better by listening to patient symptoms and getting to the root of the issue. She completed her Science degree at the University of Manitoba and realised during her training at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, that naturopathic doctors can help support conventional medicine. Gayle loves helping patients who know something is not working optimally in their body and need professional guidance in interpreting the messages from their body.

Shortly after starting to practice in 2006, Gayle also began teaching and eventually serving as Dean of Academics at the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Expanding on her passion for acupuncture, Gayle has taken additional training in cosmetic acupuncture, intravenous nutrition, prolotherapy, and craniosacral therapy.

Gayle was a long-time presenter at the Calgary Public Library and Mommy Connections and regular contributor to community newsletters in her early days of practice. In 2015, Gayle was published as a co-author on a journal article for health in teenagers. More recently, she spends her time helping to organise the annual conference for naturopathic doctors in Alberta, by serving on the competency committee for the CNDA, and by volunteering with Play-It-Forward Projects.

Her approach to patient care is grounded, with an interest in long-term sustainable plans that use a minimalist approach with supplements by including lifestyle recommendations, diet, stress and sleep supports. Her passion is treating children and hormonal, stress, and thyroid disorders, particularly in peri-menopausal and menopausal women.

She is happy mother of three, so when not busy enjoying them and their activities (lots of soccer and hockey!), she can be found in the garden and experimenting with carpentry.

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Lindsey grew up in the Edmonton area and obtained both her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with distinction and Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2012 and 2015, respectively. Lindsey absolutely loves her job and believes that passion shines through. She has a wide variety of experiences and courses to help get you moving your best.

Lindsey is certified in Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) and acupuncture (CAFCI) as well as additional postgraduate orthopedic courses through the National Orthopedic Division, Mulligan, and ConnectTherapy courses. After having her second child, Lindsey became interested in Women’s Health and has taken additional training to help clients with pelvic floor issues such as incontinence, pain, prolapse and pre/post partum. She also has an interest and experience working with neurological conditions, such as Post-Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson Disease. Her certifications in this area include LSVT movement training for Parkinson’s disease and courses in the Advanced Management of Post-Concussion Syndrome through Return to Play (R2P).

Lindsey was a former national team member competing in three different World University Games for both pole vault and high jump. She was the 2014 National Champion in pole vault. She continues to maintain an active lifestyle via hiking, running, rock climbing and chasing after her two young children.

Lindsey recently moved to Calgary and is excited to be a part of the Lakeview Physiotherapy team!

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Sami is an Australian native, recently returned to Calgary and back to Lakeview Physiotherapy & Acupuncture again after 8 years in Brisbane, Australia.

She completed her Physiotherapy degree at the University of Queensland in 2010 and very quickly found her passion in perinatal and pelvic health. While her love of educating and supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum initially drew her to this field, she also is passionate about supporting women in all aspects of pelvic health - bladder and bowel dysfunction (urgency, incontinence and constipation), sexual pain (including vestibulodynia and vaginismus), chronic pain (including endometriosis, PCOS), and prolapse (also certified in pessary fitting).

Sami started and ran her own women’s health-focused practice in Brisbane for 6 years and was highly involved in raising awareness for women’s pelvic health and physiotherapy in the community and among other health professionals. She loves learning from, collaborating and communicating with other practitioners to best support her patients in their journey.

She strongly believes in caring for and treating the whole person (not just the diagnosis) to help women feel confident in their bodies.

Outside of the clinic, Sami enjoys the mountains for snowboarding and hiking, and is currently training for a mini-triathlon! She has two young active boys who keep her on run, and has loved soaking in their joy and wonder in seeing snow for the very first time.

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Since co-founding Lakeview Physiotherapy & Acupuncture in 2006, Gayle has been focusing her patient care on Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. She is proud to be a leading physiotherapist in Calgary certified to treat a multitude of pelvic health disorders such as urinary and fecal incontinence, prolapse, painful intercourse (dyspareunia) and pelvic pain. She loves helping the pre-natal and post-partum patient and is a certified practitioner of Röst Therapy for pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain. She was one of the first few pelvic health physiotherapists in Canada certified to teach patients Hypopressive/Low Pressure Fitness™ designed to assist with recovery of pelvic organ prolapse and stress incontinence. Gayle is also a graduate of the ConnectTherapy™ (LJ Lee) series and is certified to use anatomical acupuncture and Gunn IMS as part of her patient treatments. Seeing Gayle will give you a global, whole-body approach to alleviating your pelvic dysfunction.

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Born and raised in Scotland, Linda danced her way through her early years into her 20s, taught dance, danced professionally and became a fitness trainer with various organizations. Linda was an early years educator for 15 years where she gained a love and appreciation for the littler humans.

After qualifying as a Massage Therapist with Vicars School of Massage Therapy, Linda went on to train in Kinetic Massage, this type of massage places a strong emphasis on the health of joints and their surrounding tissues. By certifying in Pediatric Massage and Touch Therapy (for children with Autism), Linda found her way back to the younger population. She is a Story Massage Instructor (a massage program suitable for preschool aged children and children with special needs), and a Cosmic Kids Yoga Instructor. Realizing there was a missing link between touch therapy and massage therapy, led her to certification for techniques specific to children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). She is also a Certified Infant Massage Teacher (CIMT) where she shows caregivers effective massage techniques for their infants.

Linda hopes the unique blend of these different modalities will empower the younger generation with tools, tips & techniques to successfully navigate the world around them and have a stronger sense of self and their abilities. Linda is also passionate about women’s health care and recently completed her Prenatal Massage certification.

When not working, Linda loves to spend time with her family, walk her dogs, travel, escape from Escape Rooms, and watch movies.

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Inna graduated in 2006 with a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil. That same year, her passion for movement led her to begin her certification in Pilates for Rehabilitation through Polestar Education in Miami, FL. In 2007, she opened her Pilates studio in Natal, Brazil, and since then, she has dedicated her career to merging rehabilitation science with the art of Pilates. She treats a wide range of conditions, including spinal issues, chronic pain, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, pre- and post-orthopedic surgeries, and neurological conditions like Parkinson’s, spinal cord injuries, stroke recovery, multiple sclerosis and more. Inna works with diverse populations, such as pregnant and post-natal women, seniors, and athletes, focusing on fall prevention and injury prevention.

After moving to Canada in 2018, Inna continued her work, helping people improve their movement and independence in daily life. She is also a skilled manual therapist, knowledgeable in exercise prescription and Hypopressives, and is currently pursuing certification in Dry Needling through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute (AFCI).

In addition to English, she speaks Portuguese and Spanish, and she enjoys exploring the world and meeting new people in her spare time.

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Avery is a Pilates instructor at the Studio. She graduated with a Bachelor in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary and she has completed her certification in beginner, intermediate and advanced clinical Pilates. Avery is currently working towards her full comprehensive classical Pilates certification.

She is passionate about helping others feel their best and empowering them through movement. Growing up, Avery was a competitive dancer and competed in multiple styles for over 15 years. She is interested in using Pilates to aid in injury prevention and rehabilitation.

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Heather Fellows, a born and raised Calgarian, specializes in Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT) which is often the missing link in healing and recovering from injuries, surgeries, or poor movement patterns. It’s a technique for identifying and correcting unbalanced or dysfunctional movement patterns. Her expertise in NKT and her ability to address the underlying source of the problem are what set her apart as a massage therapist.

Heather’s journey to becoming a massage therapist was not a straight path, as she initially started studying Kinesiology and Athletic Therapy at Mount Royal College (now University). After three years, she realized her true passion was manual therapy and decided to transfer to the massage program in 1994.

Heather’s background in Kinesiology, coupled with her extensive massage training, has provided her with a unique perspective and skill set that she applies to all her treatments. She understands the body from multiple angles and knows how to address the root cause of pain and discomfort. Heather’s expertise in manual therapy shines through in her ability to provide effective relief for a wide variety of conditions, including chronic pain, injuries, and stress. She enjoys solving complex problems.

Heather’s curiosity and love for the human body have led her to continuously seek out advanced education in a variety of techniques such as myofascial cupping, Active Isolated Stretching, Pilates, Functional Medicine Health Coaching, and more. Her enthusiasm for massage is apparent in the variety of injuries and patients she treats, including children. Her ability to work with patients of all ages and with a wide range of conditions is a testament to her skill and versatility as a therapist. She is known for her gentle and personable approach, which makes her a favourite among her patients.

When Heather isn’t working, you can find her exploring the great outdoors on some urban trail or in the mountains with her beloved dog, Ruby. She’s always looking for fresh and exciting ways to connect with nature.

​Heather Fellow’s ultimate goal is to help her patients feel their best, whether they’re recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or just looking to improve their overall quality of life. Her friendly and personable nature, combined with her extensive experience, make her the perfect practitioner to help you achieve your wellness goals.

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Val grew up in France where she started her medical studies before moving and settling in Calgary. She graduated with a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Lethbridge. As well, she obtained her CSEP, Certified Personal Trainer, certification and worked as a personal trainer and kinesiologist. Always passionate by the human body and optimum health, it made sense to her to further her skills with a Massage Therapy diploma that she obtained from CITCM.

Val emphasizes the importance of continuing education and evidence-based approach to preventive medicine and rehabilitation. Val combines her knowledge and medical background to provide the best treatments and experiences to her patients. She combines western and eastern techniques into a relaxing therapeutic treatment. Val bases her treatment style in hands-on treatment with active release and trigger point therapy. She also integrates modalities such as cupping and IASTM (instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization) to further help the muscle and fascia to release.

Outside of work, you can find Valentine studying towards her diploma of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine or spending quality outdoor time with her two dogs, Lola and Moe.

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Susan Bocchinfuso is a University of Alberta graduate where she earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 1999 and Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 2004. Throughout her 15+ year career she has taken numerous post graduate courses including advanced training in pelvic health. Susan is also a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) and has completed her training as a Yoga Instructor. Her area of expertise centres around pelvic health and women’s wellness: before baby, after baby, menopause and everything in between. In addition to this, she also has extensive knowledge in oncology especially when it comes to managing some of the side-effects that come with cancer treatment. She has experience working with all cancer diagnoses and prognoses. Her knowledge as a yoga instructor combined with her expertise as a physical therapist has helped her have an integrative approach to treating the whole woman. She firmly believes that there is both an art and a science to healing and this serves to customize her treatments to meet her clients where they are at. Evidence based practise, presence, and trust are the cornerstones of her treatment philosophy. Aside from her family, fancy cocktails, and the outdoors, there is nothing she loves more than a really good gut-busting laugh.

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Dani is a highly qualified and accomplished professional with a diverse educational background. Dani went to school for kinesiology and attended the nutrition for healthy lifestyles at SAIT. She completed the Stott Pilates International Certification Program at Calgary Pilates Center, solidifying her expertise as a Stott Pilates Instructor. Dani is also certified in pelvic floor Pilates. In the past she has worked as an Orthopaedic nurse and a gymnastics coach.

Dani is a dedicated professional, blending her passion for healthcare, fitness, and wellness to make positive impact in each role.

When she isn’t teaching Pilates Dani is a busy mom of 3 amazing boys! She also loves Ukrainian dance and enjoys performing along side her kids.

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Claire is a Registered Occupational Therapist who graduated with her Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2022. Prior to her Master’s, she completed a Bachelor in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia in 2020.

Her education and background in competitive dance has shaped her interest in Women’s Health and Clinical Pilates. Claire is passionate about preventative and functional movement and takes a holistic approach to her practice. Her ultimate goal with clients is to help them live a fulfilling life, full of activities that they love, without restrictions from pain or fear.

When Claire is not working, she is often taking a Pilates or barre class, or spending time with family, friends, and her puppy, Wilbur.

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Jennifer graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 2003 with a BScPT in Physical Therapy. As a life long learner, she has attended numerous post graduate courses including acupuncture, dry needling, levels 1-5 of the Advanced Orthopaedic and Manual Therapy Diploma program, Kinesio-taping, myofascial ball release, Diagnostic Imaging, Hypopressives, Yoga and the pelvic floor, Pilates and Chronic Pain Management.

Her current treatment style aims to identify and treat the true causes of movement dysfunction and deliver personalized exercise programs to “ connect, restore, synchronise and strengthen.”

Her classes are designed to increase body awareness and create positive movement strategies in order to move effectively and with confidence after injury. She is thrilled to help clients achieve their personal goals and to return to their favorite activities without pain.

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Leah graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with distinction in 2010, and went on to complete her Masters Degree in Physiotherapy in 2012. After working with a varied caseload in private practice for a few years, Leah developed a special interest in Women’s Health including working with pregnant and post-partum clients.

In 2014, Leah relocated to Brisbane, Australia, where she had an opportunity to further her interest and training in Pilates, rehabilitative exercise and Women’s Health. Here, she gained experience treating a variety of conditions including: Pelvic girdle pain, urinary incontinence and urgency, and low back pain. Following her return to Canada she has completed post graduate training to treat fecal incontinence, painful intercourse and has added Hypopressive training and Pessary Fitting to her repertoire.

Leah is passionate about spreading the word about Women’s health, and helping her patients to reach their goals. She utilities a whole body approach in her treatment philosophy, with a strong focus on manual therapy, integrated dry needling, and functional exercise to improve core and pelvic girdle strength to prevent future dysfunction. Her pelvic health practice is enhanced with her Clinical Pilates sessions and small group classes.

Outside of the clinic Leah enjoys running, hiking and spending time with her husband and children.

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