About Us
Our growing team consists of highly skilled and experienced pelvic floor specialists who are passionate about women's health.
Meet the Team
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Founder & Pelvic Floor PhysiotherapistMaggie is a Registered Physiotherapist based in Nanaimo, BC with a speciality in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy. Maggie graduated from UBC with a degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences. She worked for one year as a clinical kinesiologist before heading to Glasgow, Scotland to complete her Masters of Science in Physiotherapy. She played varsity volleyball for one year during her schooling in the UK. Maggie has a special interest in treating female athletes and pelvic floor conditions, especially the peri natal and post natal community. In her spare time, Maggie likes to run, mountain bike, hike big mountains, play beach volleyball, and explore new trails with her Bernese mountain dog, Kai, who is also a clinical dog therapist.
Courses:
L1 and L2 Dry Needling, Acupuncture Canada, July 2021
Spinal Thrust Manipulations, Institute of Clinical Excellence, January 2023
L1: The Physical Therapy Approach to Anyone Experiencing Urinary Incontinence, Pelvic Health Solutions, May 2021
L2: The Role of Physiotherapy in the Treatment of Anyone Experiencing Pelvic Pain from a Trauma Informed Lens (April 2024)
Cesarean Birth and Rehab, Pelvic Health Solutions, May 2023
Clinical Management of the Fitness Athlete: Pregnancy and Post Partum, Institute of Clinical Excellence, January 2024
Management Level 1 & 2, Concussion Rehab Works,Shannon McGuire. May 2020.
Introduction to Pelvic Health, Embodia. November 2020.
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Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Carmen Anne Luterbach has been practicing Family Naturopathic Medicine for more than 15 years in Nanaimo. She is licensed to prescribe medications and hormone prescriptions with informed choice practices. She is also certified in Acupuncture and IV Therapy.
Dr. Luterbach has a focus on Thyroid health, Bio-identical hormone therapy, Fertility Care, Pregnancy + Post-Partum support, Menopause, Peri-menopause, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Auto-immune support and Sick Building Syndrome. Lab testing is available privately for the majority of LifeLabs tests, Advanced Stool Testing, Mycotoxin reports, SIBO testing and Saliva hormone testing. There is a professional dispensary available as well as customized herbal medicine formulas.
Dr. Luterbach’s approach involves thorough case histories, deepening the mind-body connection, and considering of the root cause of symptoms. She excels at connecting her patients with the meaning behind the symptoms and establishing a deep sense of what the body is communicating.
Complimentary 20 minute Meet and Greet Sessions are available to determine if Dr. Luterbach would be a good fit to meet your needs.
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Clinic Manager
Meet our new Clinic Manager, Jessica!
Jessica is the friendly face welcoming you at the front desk and helping keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
With over a decade of experience, Jessica has been helping organizations both in the public and private sector. In her spare time you can find her on the ice playing hockey, mountain biking, sipping a warm pumpkin spice latte, while waiting for all things Christmas.
We’re so excited to have her as part of the team, and can’t wait for you to get to know her. Be sure to say hi next time you’re in the clinic!
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Registered Massage Therapist
Katherine is a Registered Massage Therapist who specializes in uterine and perinatal health. She graduated from the Darcy Lane Institute in London, Ontario, in 2015 and has been practicing in British Columbia since 2017. Katherine’s focus is to support women and individuals through various stages of uterine health, including menstrual support, perinatal, perimenopause and menopause. Katherine’s approach to massage therapy is versatile and patient-centered, allowing her to create individualized treatments that respect each person’s unique needs and experiences. Katherine is dedicated to providing compassionate and empowering care to all who seek her support.
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Clinic Dog Therapist
Meet Kai, the beloved furry companion at Northwood Pelvic Health and Wellness Clinic. Kai brings joy and comfort to our patients as they embark on their journey towards optimal pelvic health. With a wag of her tail and a gentle nuzzle, Kai provides a welcoming presence, helping to create a warm and supportive environment for all who visit our clinic.
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Pediatric & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Shauna is a pediatric and pelvic health physiotherapist passionate about supporting clients across the lifespan. She began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience before completing her Master of Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia.
Shauna supports clients of all ages, stages and gender presentations. In her virtual practice here at Northwood, Shauna focuses primarily on pediatric, male (AMAB), and trans care. Her approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and focuses on helping each individual feel safe, empowered, and confident in their body. Shauna integrates relaxation, breath, and movement strategies with strength training to create care plans that fit real life.
Shauna provides virtual sessions to allow those in more remote areas or those who would prefer care from the comfort of their home so that everyone has access to building strong foundations for health and function.
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Kinesiologist
Hanna Harrison graduated from Camosun College with a Bachelor of Kinesiology in June 2023. Being a new grad she is excited to gain experience in this field of work, and has a lot of interest in chronic disease management & exercise rehabilitation. Over the last few months she has been working as Physical Therapy Assistant, helping and supporting clients through the rehabilitation process. She is currently in the process of obtaining her exercise physiologist certification (CSEP-CEP).
Hanna is new to the world of pelvic health and very interested in gaining more experience and knowledge in this line of work. In school she focused many of her assignments on exercise rehabilitation for pre & post partum women as she found it a very interesting field of study.
Vancouver Island born and raised, Hanna has grown up in both Victoria and the Cowichan Valley. She plans to build up her career here on the island and will always call this place home. She has always lived a rather active lifestyle and was heavily involved in dance as a child, she mainly focused on Highland, Irish and ballet. In her free time she enjoys travelling and getting outdoors. She loves to hike, paddle board, and explore the west coast.
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Physiotherapist
Kendra graduated from UBC’s Northern and Rural Masters of Physical Therapy program, where she gained experience in various communities and health care settings across BC. She enjoys empowering individuals to return to meaningful activities, helping them experience “aha movement-moments” through teaching and coaching. She utilizes the power of exercise, manual therapy, and knowledge sharing to optimize her patients’ strength, mobility and sense of self-efficacy.
As a retired professional and USport volleyball player and coach, Kendra has always loved exploring movement. Her multi-sport background, and various injuries have given her a strong understanding of the complex demands that all activities place on the body. She has a special interest in treating pelvic floor conditions, and wants to make you feel safe and comfortable when addressing these vulnerable impacts on your life. Kendra enjoys spending her free time in the west coast trails mountain biking, running and exploring all the nature our ecosystems have to offer.
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Registered Massage Therapist
Becca graduated from Lethbridge College Massage therapy program in 2022. She is passionate about helping people feel their best and believes that massage therapy can play an important role in both physical & overall wellbeing. She enjoys building genuine connections with her clients and strives to create a welcoming, comfortable space where they feel heard, supported, and cared for. She understands that every person’s experience is unique, which is why she takes the time to listen to her clients’ concerns and tailor each treatment to their individual needs and goals. Whether you’re dealing with everyday aches and pains, recovering from an injury, managing stress, or simply taking time for self-care, Becca is dedicated to helping you move, feel, and function better. Her goal is to provide treatments that not only address immediate concerns but also support long-term health and wellness. When she’s not in the treatment room, Becca enjoys spending time exploring in the mountains, and spending as much time outside with her dog Mobi.
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Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist
Janice is a graduate of the Master’s of Physical Therapy program at UBC, and prior to that completed a Bachelor’s of Science and Master’s of Kinesiology. Janice has completed post-graduate courses in Manual Therapy, IMS/ dry needling, and clinical Pilates. She has pursued further training in Pelvic Floor rehabilitation, which allows her to treat conditions such as incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain in females. Vestibular rehabilitation is also a strong area of interest for Janice, with experience in treating BPPV, vertigo/dizziness, concussion, and balance deficits.
Janice’s interest in Physiotherapy stemmed from her own experience of sport injuries and rehab throughout her life, as well as a strong desire to empower individuals to move better, feel better, and live better. She integrates the principles of Pilates into physiotherapy to guide her clients in bringing more awareness to muscle activation and control during movement. Her individualized treatments include a mixture of manual therapy, dry needling, patient education, and exercise prescription.
In her free time, Janice is busy chasing after her two young kids and dog. She will also likely be planning her next travel adventure somewhere in one of the seven continents!
What is the Pelvic Floor?
The pelvic floor muscles are a group of muscles that attach to the front, back and sides of the pelvic bone and sacrum, and include some of your glute muscles as well. The pelvic floor sits in the middle of your hips and low back, therefore it is important for the function of multiple joints in the area.
Maintains bladder and bowel function
Maintains sexual function
Provides support for abdominal organs
Provides stability for core and pelvis
Allows optimal blood flow and lymphatic drainage
Our team is trained to treat multiple conditions related to the pelvic floor, including diastasis recti, pelvic organ prolapse, stress and urinary incontinence, pelvic girdle pain, and core stabilization. Pelvic floor physiotherapy’s is also helpful with reducing symptoms related to endometriosis, and for rehab pre and post-hysterectomy.
