Richard is a personal trainer with over 25 years of experience helping people of all ages and abilities move better, feel stronger, and live with less pain. He blends Personal Training, Fascial Stretch Therapy, and Neurotherapy to create personalized, safety-first programs that meet clients where they are. Whether recovering from injury, rebuilding strength, improving mobility, or returning to activities you love, Richard offers thoughtful guidance, proven methods, and supportive coaching to help you move forward with confidence. Full bio coming soon to our website!

Richard is a personal trainer with over 25 years of experience helping people of all ages and abi... Read More

Kate offers private physiotherapy assessment and treatments, as well as comprehensive concussion assessment and management.

Kate has extensive experience in both private practice and sport settings. Her treatment approach includes manual therapy, functional dry needling (IMS), and specific exercises as needed to assist your recovery.

For more information on Kate please see the team bios on the about section of our website: https://www.coastphysiosechelt.com/staff-bios/#kate

Kate offers private physiotherapy assessment and treatments, as well as comprehensive concussion ... Read More

*Please note Mike has very limited availability at our clinic as he lives in Whistler and is one of the owners and physiotherapists at Back in Action Physiotherapy Clinic.

Sports, Manipulative/Musculoskeletal & Hand Physiotherapist

M. PT Sports, M. PT Manips, M. PT Studies, BSc Kin, SPC, C.GIMS, FCAMP, CSCS, IMS Practitioner, Certified Hand Therapist, Concussion and Vestibular Therapist (CCMI)

Mike enjoys treating a varied case load of patients with musculoskeletal injuries, including sport and orthopedic conditions, in private practice and while on the road with sporting teams. Mike has worked and traveled with various sporting teams in Canada and Australia and continues to travel and work with the Canadian Ski Cross Team.

For more information about Mike, please visit our website: https://www.coastphysiosechelt.com/staff-bios/#michael

*Please note Mike has very limited availability at our clinic as he lives in Whistler and is one ... Read More

Gwen is currently on maternity leave and will be opening her schedule back up in the spring 2026

Gwen enjoys treating a wide variety of people and conditions at the clinic. She runs the Active Rehabilitation programs at Coast Physiotherapy, which provide specific strength and mobility programs to individuals looking to maximize their gains and rejoin the workforce. Gwen utilizes manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription, IMS and patient education to guide people through their rehabilitation plan.

For more information on Gwen please see the full team bios on the about section of our website: https://www.coastphysiosechelt.com/staff-bios/#gwen

Gwen is currently on maternity leave and will be opening her schedule back up in the spring 2026 ... Read More

Certified Hand Therapist and Custom Splinting

Tony has been a registered physiotherapist since 1987 and a Certified Hand Therapist since 2010. Prior to moving to the coast he had worked at Vancouver General Hospital for 34 years and has significant experience as a physiotherapist working in the outpatient rehabilitation department treating orthopaedic trauma and hand patients.

A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is a physical or occupational therapist who has passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. CHT services may include swelling management, wound care, custom splinting, sensory evaluation and specialized exercise programs.

For more information about Tony and hand therapy please visit our website: https://www.coastphysiosechelt.com/staff-bios/#tony

Certified Hand Therapist and Custom Splinting Tony has been a registered physiotherapist since 1... Read More

With over 20 years of experience in physiotherapy, Roman is dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages recover from acute injuries and/or chronic pain conditions, and enhance their physical well-being. Roman holds a Masters in Physiotherapy from the School of Applied Sciences in Zurich, Switzerland and has worked in diverse settings, including private clinics and hospitals.

Roman’s focus lies on patient-centred care, applying sound clinical reasoning considering the human body within the bio-psycho-social model. By helping clients make sense of their pain and applying an active physiotherapy approach Roman empowers clients to re-engage into their meaningful activities. He specializes in muskuloskeletal problems like low back pain, neck pain, upper and lower extremity problems from overuse or trauma and post-operative care. As a practitioner, Roman is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices through continuous education and professional development.

With over 20 years of experience in physiotherapy, Roman is dedicated to supporting individuals o... Read More

Cheryl completed her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of British Columbia, in 1994. She then had training in manipulative therapy through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. After instruction in Intramuscular Stimulation with Dr Chan Gunn (GIMS), she became certified to practise IMS in 2007. Fascial Manipulation became a clinical interest in 2010, when she started her training in Italy. Assessment and application with musculoskeletal disorders was completed, then she furthered her study in Fascial Manipulation for Internal Dysfunction and superficial fascial dysfunction, and acquired her teacher’s certification in 2015. While in Italy she has had the pleasure and honour of learning from the “Family Stecco:” Luigi Stecco PT; Dr Carla Stecco MD; and Dr Antonio Stecco MD. Currently, she is teaching Fascial Manipulation workshops and Level I and II courses in Canada and returns to Padova, Italy regularly for ongoing education.

Another area of interest includes women’s health, in particular rehabilitation after thoracic surgery, including masctectomy and reconstructive surgery and complications such as lymphedema.

Cheryl completed her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of British ... Read More

Charl enjoys working with a wide array of patients from traumatic injuries to overuse conditions. He has worked in many settings, from the ICU to outpatient clinics. In those settings he has helped rehabilitate patients with neurological conditions, joint replacement surgeries, burns, amputations and a wide berth of orthopedic surgeries. Ultimately his goal is to help you understand what the issue is and to build a plan with you for your ongoing care. Charl prides himself in going the extra step to help you and to advocate for your health. For more information about Charl, please visit our website: https://www.coastphysiosechelt.com/staff-bios/#charl

Charl enjoys working with a wide array of patients from traumatic injuries to overuse conditions.... Read More