Our Team

Stephen completed his Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) and Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. Stephen has also obtained his Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Level 1 certification.

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and conversational Mandarin, Stephen’s treatment philosophy is to empower clients to reach their highest potential in function and goals be it returning to sports, work, or play by utilizing manual therapy and exercise prescription to target the root of their problems.

Stephen has a passion for ball and racket sports having played competitive volleyball, tennis, and soccer growing up, as well as teaching and competing in hip hop dance, all which you can find him doing outside of the clinic.

Special Interests

Sport injuries, neck, shoulder, elbow, ankle, and achilles injuries.

Junichi graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Masters of Physical Therapy, after receiving a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the same university. While completing his studies, he worked as a student Athletic Trainer for varsity athletes, treating sport-specific musculoskeletal injuries. Junichi also has prior experience as a Kinesiologist in private practice, assessing and treating clients with ICBC and WCB related injury claims. His treatment style focuses on manual therapy, exercise, and client education with the aim of empowering the client with the appropriate knowledge to take control of their pain and rehabilitation. Outside the clinic, you can find Junichi riding his bike around Vancouver, working on his golf swing, or learning a new piece on the piano.

Natalie graduated from McMaster University in 2004 and has worked in many areas including private practice, community care and hospital-based rehabilitation. She has taken post-graduate courses in IMS, acupuncture, orthopaedics and women’s health and is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT).

In addition to being a clinician, Natalie is also an educator – instructing in the Master of Physical Therapy program at UBC as well as the Internationally Educated Physiotherapist Exam Preparation Program.

Natalie’s sessions typically focus on biomechanical analysis, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and may include IMS (dry needling) or acupuncture.

Outside of work Natalie can be found playing outside, cycling, kayak touring and cooking with friends and family.

Amanda is the co-owner of Woodland Physiotherapy. She has been fascinated by the way people move for most of her life, starting from when she was a young athlete in modern pentathlon. After years of competing nationally and internationally in fencing and shooting, she decided to turn her interest in the human body into a career. She completed her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto in 2010 and is an instructor at Vancouver Community College.

She has completed extensive post-graduate training in needling techniques and manual thearpy. She has completed her Upper and Lower Quadrant Manual Therapy level 3 in pursuit of the Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy Course as well as being both UBC Chan Gunn IMS certified and Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute certified. She is also trained in the Integrated Systems Model (Lee & Lee), Neural and Visceral Manipulation from the Barral Institute, and is a certified pelvic floor therapist.

She has a keen interest in helping people manage their injuries and symptoms, returning them to their regular activities while minimizing risk of re-injury. Amanda enjoys treating people of all abilities and has experience treating a wide range of conditions such as repetitive overuse, arthritis, whiplash and sports injuries. In her free time she enjoys running, rock climbing, skiing, cycling and playing the banjo.

The daughter of two energetic Physical Health Educators, Stephanie learned from a young age the importance of healthy movement in creating a vibrant life and has since woven this belief into both her work and personal life.

Stephanie graduated from l’universite d’Ottawa in 2000 with a Bachelors in Physiotherapy, following a degree in Biology and Education from Queen’s University. She has worked in acute care, occupational rehabilitation and injury prevention. Stephanie is an instructor at Vancouver Community College where she teaches in the Occupational and Physiotherapy Assistant Program. She has completed the Discover Physio Series with Diane Lee and LJ Lee, which focuses on a whole-body integrated model.

Stephanie recently completed her clinical pilates instructor training with Calibrate Pilates and is passionate about actively helping her clients find even greater joy from the things they love – sport, caring for family or just moving with greater ease and grace each day.

Outside of work, you will find Stephanie hanging out with her three kids, playing tennis, near the water or plotting out her next home renovation or vacation.

Hayley graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Masters of Physical Therapy in 2010. After graduation, Hayley completed numerous postgraduate clinical courses. Hayley is certified in intramuscular stimulation (IMS, Dry Needling) and anatomical acupuncture. She has additional training in manual techniques including muscle energy techniques, peripheral manipulations, McKenzie and Mulligan Concepts.

Prior to working with Woodland Physiotherapy, Hayley practiced as a Physiotherapist in outpatient orthopaedics and sports physiotherapy as well as a medical/legal consultant physiotherapist in both Canada and U.S.A. Hayley treated a large population span from infants to seniors. Her practice encompassed assessment, treatment and providing discharge recommendations for people involved in motor vehicle accidents, worksite injuries, sports injuries, surgical candidates as well as general orthopedic concerns.

Hayley’s interests include photography, fitness and spending time with her family. She hopes to travel to all seven continents one day.

Languages spoken: English, Cantonese

Cheryl has had the absolute joy of practicing massage therapy for the past 7 years. She is thrilled at the prospect of helping others meet their health goals through massage. Her work has a holistic focus. Charyl is present and listens to her clients specific needs, and supports them in where she can.

Cheryl is experienced in myofasical release, swedish, and deep tissue massage. When she is not working, Cheryl enjoys hiking cooking and meditation.