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Our physiotherapists are dedicated to helping you move freely and confidently. Meet the professionals who are committed to your recovery and progress below.

Physiotherapy Team

Meet Our Expert Physiotherapy Team

At Optimize Physiotherapy, our physiotherapy team is committed to helping you move better, recover faster, and achieve your personal health goals.

Our experienced physiotherapists use a combination of manual therapy, strength training, and tailored rehabilitation programs to guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re overcoming an injury or looking to optimize performance, our team is here to provide the highest quality care.

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Meet the team

Our Physiotherapy Team

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Mike Gauvreau​

Clinic Owner, B.Sc. MPT
Mike grew up in the Ottawa area, and completed an honours BSc in Biology at the University of Ottawa in 2010. He then went on to graduate with a Masters of Physical Therapy at Western University in 2013. He has an extensive background in competitive hockey and soccer, and currently has a passion for strength training and human movement. His style of treatment incorporates best practices from physical therapy and a variety of other movement and strength disciplines. In addition to his manual therapy skills, his treatment emphasizes movement re-education, functional strengthening, and attaining better overall health and fitness.
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Yulia Biggar

B.Sc. M.Sc. MPT

Yulia completed her undergraduate BSc in Health Sciences and MSc in Biology at Carleton University before going on to complete her Masters of Physical Therapy at the University of Western Ontario. During her time at Carleton she worked as a personal trainer where she discovered her passion for movement and physical activity as a way to improve sports performance and improve the lives of the people she worked with.

One of her passions is pelvic floor physiotherapy where she works with prenatal and postpartum patients, patients experiencing incontinence, as well as patients with pelvic or low back pain.

Yulia enjoys an active life style including hiking (the four day hike to Machu Picchu was a particular highlight), running, skiing, weight lifting, and even hip hop dancing. Her treatment approach is based on her passion for coaching better movement for injury prevention.

Physiotherapist - Yulia Biggar

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Jenna Holdham​

Clinic Manager. B.Sc., M.Sc. PT, CSCS
Jenna completed her Kinesiology degree at McGill University where she played varsity soccer and field hockey. During this time she developed an interest in sports performance and movement therapy, motivating her to become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Movement based therapy is an important part of Jenna’s rehabilitation strategy. She hopes to work with young aspiring athletes and individuals looking to reduce their levels of pain and maintain or regain function in everyday life.
She then went on to pursue a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. While overseas she was introduced to the world of Crossfit and now works as a Crossfit coach at a gym in Ottawa.
Physiotherapist - Jenna Holdham​

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Paul Fortin​

BPHE, M.Sc. PT
Having obtained a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education degree from Queen’s University, Paul decided to travel overseas to complete his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. While overseas, he gained additional experiences working with local soccer and rugby academies and discovered CrossFit.
His passion for rehabilitation, fitness and human performance began through the multiple sports he played growing up in Sports have developed Paul’s special interest in treating athletes and anyone looking to get the most out of their bodies while living pain free. He strives to help people enhance their movement quality, functional strength and mobility in order for them to achieve their goals and needs.
Paul’s main sport of hockey gave him the opportunity to compete at the Junior A level and he has also given back and coached at the minor hockey level.
Physiotherapist - Paul Fortin

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Kayley Walsh​

M.Sc. PT, MHK
Kayley graduated from McGill University’s physiotherapy program, where she played varsity rugby. She then obtained a master’s degree at the University of Ottawa in human kinetics, specializing in mental performance consulting. Kayley believes that exercising both the body and the mind are keys to optimizing performance in sport and in life. Further complimenting her passion for sport and health, Kayley also coaches CrossFit.
Kayley believes that exercising both the body and the mind are keys to optimizing performance in sport and in life.
As a physiotherapist, her goal is to encourage quality movement and to empower others to engage in daily activity, leading to improvements in function, performance and overall quality of life. Kayley also has experience treating various neurologic conditions, where she equally uses her movement and exercise-based approach.
Physiotherapist - Kayley Walsh

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Jon Pike​

B.Sc., M.Sc. PT
Jon completed his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Memorial University of Newfoundland followed by a Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University.

As a physiotherapist, his goal is to enhance movement, function, and physical well-being through a combination of manual therapy techniques, exercise prescription, and education on both injury management and prevention.

Throughout his career Jon has continued his education by completing certifications in Functional Dry Needling, Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (Levels 1 & 2), Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement System Impairments, and Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping.

In his spare time Jon enjoys strength training, hockey, golf, and hiking. He is a strong believer in the therapeutic benefit of exercise and strives to provide a movement-based approach to rehabilitation.
Jon Pike - Physio and Concussion Specialist

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Daniel Longuepee

MScPT, BPHE

Dan graduated from the Master of Science in Physical Therapy program at Queen’s University in 2021. His previous education includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Health and Education (Honours in Health Promotion) at Laurentian University. During his time at Laurentian, he worked closely with the varsity Cross Country and Track athletes for 3 years. Working with high-level athletes is what sparked his interest in pre-habilitation and the importance of reducing the risk of injury through training.
He takes a similar approach with his patients and emphasizes an active approach to recovery which takes into consideration your current abilities, lifestyle, and most importantly your goals. He uses a combination of manual therapy techniques and exercise prescription in order to optimize outcomes. He believes that physical therapy helps people build the capacity and confidence to move better with individualized treatment plans that are evidence-based and meaningful to you.
In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time in the gym, cycling, canoeing, hiking, camping and pretty much anything outdoors.
Physiotherapist - Daniel

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Victoria Mckeen ​​

B.Sc., MPT
Victoria was born and raised in Ottawa where she was a competitive dancer for the first half of her life. After her dance career, she decided to expand her knowledge in the health and fitness industry by completing her diploma in Health and Fitness Promotion at Algonquin College in 2015. While working as a personal trainer, she decided to pursue higher education. She completed her B.Sc. in Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa in 2020 and completed her Masters degree in Physical Therapy at University of Western Ontario in 2023.
She wants to empower her clients to be an active participant in their own health and wellness. She hopes to coach you to move more often and better for your own body and lifestyle.
In her free time, she enjoys strength training, running and yoga. She likes to take a whole person approach to treating clients while considering the most recent evidence in the field of physical therapy.
Physiotherapist - victoria mckeen

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Shreya Rewar

Shreya Rewar is a dedicated physiotherapist with a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy from India and a Master’s in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Alberta, Edmonton.

She is deeply committed to continuous learning, recently earning her Level 1 and Level 2 Pelvic Floor Therapy certification which enables her to help anyone experiencing problems related to the pelvic floor e.g. pain, incontinence, weakness. She combines scientific and holistic approaches in her practice and is dedicated to partnering with clients to identify the underlying causes of their pain or issues, crafting personalized treatment plans aimed at achieving client focused results and meaningful change.
Her oncology research at The University of Alberta was focused on therapeutic yoga and resistance exercise for lung cancer survivors and caregivers. Shreya has contributed to oncology rehabilitation through presentations at the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s National Congress and publications in professional journals. She is also a certified lymphedema therapist, and her skills come in handy if you are experiencing pelvic lymphedema. She is excited to work with you to enhance your quality of life and support a more active lifestyle.

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Nic Curcio

Nic Curcio is a registered physiotherapist with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, a Certificate in Disabilities and Physical Activity, and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy, all completed at Queen’s University in Kingston.

Nic’s treatment approach emphasizes comprehensive assessment, manual therapy, patient education, functional movement, and strength training. He focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of dysfunction to help individuals return to the activities that matter most. Passionate about empowering patients, Nic encourages active participation in their recovery and long-term wellness.
Nic grew up in Ottawa and later moved to Kingston, where he completed his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Certificate in Disabilities and Physical Activity, and Master of Science in Physical Therapy, all at Queen’s University.

Physiotherapy

Zakary Ayotte

Zak completed both his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics and his Masters in Physiotherapy at the University of Ottawa. 
Zak works with patients to promote pain free movement, and empowering his patients is a core part of his approach. His goal is to help people navigate through the challenges of rehabilitation and communicate clearly to establish goals for a feasible return to activities. 
During his studies, Zak has interned with different Strength and Conditioning teams, such as Titan performance and the Ottawa Senators.  Physiotherapy is a lifelong learning profession – Zak is dedicated to pursue ongoing education to sharpen his skills. 
Zakary Ayotte
Ottawa Physiotherapy Clinic

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