Jacob brings a strong clinical foundation to his massage therapy practice, with a focus on treating back and neck pain, shoulder dysfunction, and rotator cuff injuries. He combines thorough assessments with targeted, evidence-informed techniques to deliver safe, effective, and results-oriented care tailored to each client.

Jacob’s approach to massage therapy is rooted in a therapeutic philosophy—aimed at addressing the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, restoring optimal movement, and supporting long-term recovery. He is committed to providing thoughtful, individualized care that helps clients improve function, reduce discomfort, and enhance their overall well-being.

With his comprehensive training and dedication to client care Jacob is committed to providing personalized and effective massage therapy treatments.

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Clayton Cross is a Certified Athletic Therapist, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Co-Owner of COAST. With over 18 years experience treating a wide range of clients from the everyday person to Olympic and professional level athletes, he strongly believes in finding the root cause of any injury through an in-depth assessment of the whole body. Clayton’s treatment focuses on manual therapy such as soft tissue release and joint mobilizations as well as exercise and movement-based therapy and reconditioning. Overall, his goal is to get you out of pain and back to full function in a better state than before you got hurt. For more information on Clayton, please see the Our Team page on our website.

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Mike has a special interest in all sports injuries, including those obtained in the gym. Mike has been actively involved with UBC Athletics, Basketball, Rugby as well as the Special Olympics. He has also worked extensively with people to help manage pain from arthritis. Mike combines the use of manual therapy, dry needling (IMS), exercise and education and is committed to providing individualized treatment to help patients reach their goals for sport and participation

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Book the Physiotherapy appointment length you wish for either Physiotherapy treatment or Clincal Rehab Pilates. She works at both the Squamish and Kitsilano locations. Quita is a Senior physiotherapist with more than 20 years experience. Quita is certified in the Rehab Division of STOTT PILATES Ⓡ in Portland under Master Instructor Trainer Melanie Byford-Young. Since then she has added Clinical Rehab Pilates to her treatment repertoire which also includes manual therapy, modalities, client education, and tailored exercise prescription. Quita has also completed Advanced Trigger Point Method, Mulligan Practitioner Training, and courses in taping, gait re-education, pre and post-surgical knee and hip rehab. She believes that intelligent exercise is a critical element in a patients’ journey to optimal recovery and overall wellness.

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Sean is currently in his final year at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. He has received extensive training in General Swedish Massage (GSM), Myofascial Release (MFR), Neuromuscular Techniques (NMT), and injury rehabilitation. He is committed to providing personalized care that supports relaxation, pain management, and overall wellness. You may recognize Sean, as he has been supporting clients as part of our front desk team for the last 8 months. An appointment with Sean supports his education and allows him to gain valuable experience. We thank you for your support of Sean! *Appointments with Sean are not available for submission to any extended health benefit company, ICBC, or WCB so clients must pay for appointments in full.

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Talia is a Registered Physiotherapist with a background in high-performance sport and a strong connection to an active, outdoor lifestyle.

She has an evidence-based treatment philosophy that blends exercise-based rehab with hands-on treatment to help clients recover from injuries, return to sport, and develop sustainable strategies to stay strong and resilient. Talia works with clients to build a clear plan that reflects their priorities, whether that’s returning to competition or staying strong and capable in everyday life.

Talia’s treatment areas of interest include: Post-operative rehabilitation, Overuse injuries, ACL reconstruction, Achilles tendon ruptures, Rotator cuff tears and shoulder instability, return to sport, Rugby/contact sports and Weightlifting related injuries.

Talia completed her training while playing rugby at both the University of Ottawa and UBC. She has also trained with Rugby Canada and currently plays with the UBCOB Ravens. Her experience in contact sport gives her a practical understanding of in-season injury management, return-to-play demands, and the realities of high-performance training.

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Rick has been a practicing physiotherapist in the Vancouver area since graduating from McMaster University in 2015. His philosophy integrates techniques from many different schools of rehabilitation including Manual Therapy, Dry Needling(IMS) and Rehabilitative Exercise. Rick believes that the core of physiotherapy should focus on giving people the tools and the confidence they need to take control of their recovery. He is a strong proponent of moving well, moving often and moving with intention. Rick is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).

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PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN BOOKING. DANIELA WORKS OUT OF OUR KITSILANO AND NORTH VANCOUVER LOCATIONS

At our North Van location, Daniela is primarily available for Exercise Based Rehab. Please call the clinic to book if you are interested in receiving manual therapy treatment in your Athletic Therapy session.

As a Certified Athletic Therapist, Daniela treats a wide range of muscle, bone, and joint injuries. She provides a thorough assessment that helps guide a treatment plan that manages current symptoms, promotes long-term healing, and prevents re-injury.

Her clinical skills include a variety of active and passive rehabilitation techniques such as manual therapy treatment (i.e., soft tissue release, mobilizations, PNF stretching), therapeutic modalities (i.e., ultrasound, electrotherapy), exercise, along with taping and bracing. Whether you are an athlete in sports or in life, Daniela looks forward to helping you decrease your pain and getting you back to doing the activities you enjoy!

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Dave is co-owner of COAST and has been a practicing Physiotherapist since 2012 in North Vancouver. Dave has worked with desk workers to professional athletes and loves teaching clients to understand their bodies and why things might be occurring. He helps them move easier, perform better and be more resilient to injury, whether that be in daily life or competitive sport.

Dave believes that the most important tool when it comes to rehab is movement and he uses an extensive array of manual therapy techniques, exercise and Functional Dry Needling (IMS) to help reduce pain and maximize mobility. This is Rehab!

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Ryan earned his Masters of Physical Therapy and Bachelors of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Ryan works with all ages and activity levels but has worked with elite athletes from the MLS (Vancouver Whitecaps), NAIA (UBC Baseball), NHL, Canada Basketball, Rugby Canada, and Canada Snowboard. He has a special interest in post-surgical care and return-to-play.

Ryan has a passion for helping people get back to the things they love. When working with Ryan, you can expect a whole-body approach that is client-centered. He uses manual therapy (IMS, massage, joint mobilization/manipulation), movement, education, and mindfulness in his treatment sessions. He feels that movement, sleep, nutrition, stress-management, and human connection are the ingredients for a happy and healthy life.

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Lexy graduated with her Masters in physiotherapy from UBC after following her passion for softball to Dakota State University where she graduated with a Bachelors in Science. Lexy uses a combination of hands on manual therapy, IMS needling and exercise based therapy. She has experience treating a wide variety of patients including; sports injuries from athletes of all levels, paediatrics and teens, chronic pain conditions and everything in between. Lexy wants to get you back to doing what you love!

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Nika’s approach to physiotherapy is centredcentered on helping clients understand their bodies, injuries, and movement through education and evidence-informed rehabilitation. She combines exercise-based treatment, strength and conditioning principles, and hands-on therapy to create individualized treatment plans that not only support recovery from injury but also optimize long-term performance and resilience. Nika works with athletes and active individuals of all levels, from recreational exercisers to competitive athletes. While she treats a wide range of sports and orthopedic conditions, she has a particular interest in runners, cyclists, and endurance athletes. As a competitive runner and cyclist herself, she understands the demands of training, racing, and staying healthy while pursuing performance goals. She has also completed additional education in running assessments and bike fit assessments to better support endurance athletes.

With a well-rounded understanding of the unique demands of different sports and athletes, Nika brings a background in competitive sport and experience working with athletes across rugby, basketball, soccer, volleyball, running, cycling, and climbing. Her work with organizations such as UBC Varsity Men’s Rugby, Druids Rugby Club, and the Okotoks Oilers has allowed her to support athletes of all levels and backgrounds in achieving their performance goals and returning to sport safely.

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Jelena has gained experience with clients in a variety of clinical settings ranging from geriatrics to athletes. Her passion for orthopaedics and women’s health has led her to complete advanced manual therapy levels, as well as pelvic health post-graduate training in the assessment and treatment of incontinence and pelvic pain in men and women. Her treatment philosophy is focused on using manual therapy to optimize joint mobility, and evidence-based exercise prescription to create control and strength. She strives to educate and empower her clients to take control of their health, and to work as a team to achieve their goals.

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Grace is currently not accepting new ICBC clients. As a former competitive swimmer Grace struggled with chronic sports-related injuries for several years until massage therapy gave her the means to live pain-free again. This transformation inspired her to complete the 3000 hour RMT training at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and become a RMT in 2014.

Grace strongly believes that education on body awareness is an integral part of the therapy, and to get better one must not only address the symptoms, but understand the cause of the pain. Grace has completed the 2-year Integrated Fascial Therapy Series and is experienced with myofascial, craniosacral, and visceral techniques to help relieve effects of acute and chronic pain, headaches, and biomechanic imbalance.

Since she has always had a strong passion in working with athletes, she is proud to be a RMT in the BC Bike Race’s Wellness Team, supporting hundreds of mountain bikers as they compete in a 7-day race around the province. She is also a senior instructor and clinic supervisor at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy.

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