Jacob graduated from UBC in 2019 with a Bachelors in Kinesiology, and Minor in Psychology. He developed his passion for exercise and rehabilitation over the years as a result of working through his own injuries and pain, mostly as a result of cycling, soccer and skiing. As he learned to improve his own physical health and mindset he found a passion in helping others do the same. We all respond to challenges differently but let’s find a way to move forward!

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Matthew is a recent graduate from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2021 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University. Matthew started practicing in 2022. He grew up playing many different sports and had to overcome his injuries. Matthew has experienced the effects of massage therapy and has a passion to help others. During his time at VCMT, he got the opportunity to work with a wide range of patients that includes sports injuries, neurological pathologies, relaxation, and more. It has allowed him to treat his patient with the whole body in mind. He believes there are many benefits of a collaborative approach with other healthcare practitioners to achieve optimal results. Matthew uses a variety of techniques such as Swedish, myofascial, trigger points, stretching and other techniques to help with the patient’s goals.

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Dr. Eric Colobong received his Bachelor of Kinesiology degree from the University of the Fraser Valley where he discovered his interests in human movement and exercise science. In pursuing his passion for helping others to improve their well being, he moved to Portland, Oregon. From there, he obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic from the University of Western States while simultaneously completing a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and his Master’s degree in Sports Medicine.

Eric understands that no two individuals are the same and therefore his treatment is tailored to you. He works alongside his patients to help restore overall function and identify any barriers to living an injury free lifestyle. His treatment focuses on manual therapy through a combination of chiropractic adjustments, myofascial release techniques, and goal oriented exercise to get you back to doing what you love.

Outside of the clinic, you can find Eric staying active through various sports such as running, golf, and basketball.

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Samy successfully completed a comprehensive 2-year massage therapy program at the prestigious West Coast College of Massage Therapy (WCCMT). His unwavering dedication stems from a profound commitment to assist patients in attaining a pain-free, healthy, and active lifestyle. His approach transcends traditional massage therapy, emphasizing patient education to foster a deep understanding of potential underlying issues hindering their recovery.

Samy’s personal journey, triumphing over injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents, allows him to connect with patients on a profound level. He recognizes that pain can persist even when outward appearances suggest normalcy. This empathy informs his practice, enabling him to appreciate the multifaceted nature of pain and its impact on mental well-being.

Understanding that pain often triggers heightened stress and anxiety, Samy leverages massage therapy not just as a physical remedy but also as a holistic approach to promote relaxation and overall wellness. Every treatment is meticulously tailored to the unique needs of each patient, ensuring a personalized and effective healing experience.

Samy’s mission extends beyond the massage table; he strives to empower patients with knowledge, equipping them to actively participate in their recovery journey. Through this comprehensive and compassionate approach, Samy endeavors to make a lasting impact on his patients’ lives, guiding them toward a future free from pain and filled with vitality

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Josh has an intuitive approach to massage therapy, tailoring each treatment with care and thoughtfulness by incorporating Swedish, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, stretching, & patient centered care.

Josh, who is deeply passionate about maintaining an active lifestyle, keeps himself physically active by engaging in activities such as hiking and weightlifting, as well as walking his dog.

His keen interest in staying physically active drives him to acquire knowledge about anatomy, and he is eager to partner with you to aid you in embarking on your pursuit of achieving optimal health

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Chris holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia and a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Queensland. He has experience working in the hospital setting as well as different physiotherapy clinics.

Chris grew up quite active and did sport throughout his life, especially track and field. He discovered his passion for rehabilitation and physiotherapy after a sports injury tearing his hamstring on the track. After months of excellent physiotherapy guided rehab, he was back running and able to compete as a member of UBC’s Varsity track team. Chris wanted to combine his passion for human movement and helping people to get back to doing the things they love.

He enjoys equally working with an athlete wanting to get back to their sport or with a grandfather wanting to play with his grandkids. He has volunteered as a weight training coach for Special Olympics Vancouver and has worked as a personal trainer and fitness instructor.

Chris’ treatment philosophy is to be a guide similar to a GPS that helps them navigate the steps it takes to reach their goals/destination. His approach involves creating strong relationships with his clients, listening to their concerns, and creating a goal-oriented, individualized treatment plan.

In his spare time, Chris likes to run, play volleyball, go to the gym and achieve his own fitness goals, while spending downtime with his loved ones.

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Michelle graduated from Capital Medical University with a bachelor’s degree of Preventive Medicine in China, she has worked 15 years in the Public Health field. She obtained her certification in Traditional Chinese Medicine after she immigrated to Canada. The combination of education and experience has given her a deep understanding of Chinese medicine combined with more Western approaches, which enables her to develop health treatment plans that address both mind and body. Her main areas of therapy: Injuries from sports and car accidents, Sub-health conditioning, Nervous system-related diseases (e.g., depression and insomnia), Gynecological and digestive problems, Allergies. She believes that Chinese medicine can help people balance qi, blood, yin and yang, relieve pain and stay away from diseases. Techniques: Acupuncture, cupping, Gua Sha, Electroacupuncture, Facial Acupuncture, Ear Seeds, Acupressure, Head Massage, Aromatherapy. Languages: English, Mandarin.

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Bodhi, an RMT at painPRO’s Surrey Memorial Location – carefully listens to patients in order to better understand how their circumstances and daily activities of life may be impacting their current condition. With his extensive experience, Bodhi is comfortable and adept at working with clients’ pain and injuries that stem from sports, work, pregnancy, persistent pain, and complex medical issues. Bodhi has completed extensive post-graduate education and is proficient and comfortable with all types of massage and manual techniques.

Bodhi brings over 25 years of professional clinical and research knowledge to his practice. His clinical experience is wide-ranging and involves being a part of a multidisciplinary team in a rehabilitation hospital, serving as an independent assessor, performing Medical and Rehabilitation Assessments, as well as working with professional and amateur athletes.

Besides his work at painPRO, Bodhi has been involved in the Registered Massage Therapy profession in many different roles. He has contributed to the massage therapy knowledge base through his research authorship and co-authorship of a number of articles and as a secondary author in Massage Therapy: Integrating Research and Practice.

Bodhi has served the Massage Therapy profession in his roles on regulatory board associations and for 14 years he developed and oversaw the RMTBC research department. Bodhi is committed to the principles of science and evidence-based practice. This commitment has driven his involvement in the various research-based initiatives in the profession.

When not in the clinic, Bodhil keeps active through weight-lifting and competing in kettlebell sports, running, and various outdoor activities.

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Roza is a dynamic and compassionate RMT who takes extra steps to ensure each patient receives an exceptional treatment. Her professional focus is pain relief through the use of various orthopedic massage techniques and effective therapeutic exercise. Roza understands the link between stress reduction and pain relief and incorporates elements of relaxation with her clinical work. Her mission is to provide the highest quality massage to help reduce stress, decrease tension, enhance performance, and improve posture.

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Since graduating in 2008 Thomas has focused his Massage Therapy clinical practice around effective pain relief, injury recovery, and improved movement. Having spent many years in various clinic formats Thomas understands the most important aspect of treatment is listening to the patient.

Thomas incorporates a wide range of manual therapy techniques in an effort to quickly get the most effective results for his patients. In addition Thomas collaborates with other healthcare professionals to ensure his patients get the correct treatment they need.

Being a big believer that movement is critical to ones recovery Thomas also incorporates effective home care exercises in an effort to help speed up recovery time.

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David is devoted to helping clients of all ages to get back to their hobbies and activities that they enjoy. Equipped with his education at UBC (Bachelor of Kinesiology and Master of Physical Therapy), he treats each client with individualized treatment plans and empowers his clients by providing up-to-date and evidence-based advice and treatment methods.

David has extensive knowledge in analyzing and treating mobility and muscular deficiencies. He is also proficient in working with post-surgical clients through his experience as a Physical Therapist in Surrey Memorial Hospital. David is certified in both Functional Movement Screening (FMS) and advanced manual therapy techniques through the National Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. David is also certified in IMS or Dry needling through his training at Acupuncture Canada which he uses to provide effective relief in muscular tightness and dysfunctions.

David has a focus on treating a variety of injuries including, injury from motor vehicle accidents, work injuries, concussions, general neck and back pain, radicular and sciatic pain, post-surgical clients with a focus on total knee and hip replacements, hand injuries and arthritis. He is constantly expanding his knowledge and is always working towards improving his treatment methods.

When David is not at work, he enjoys playing basketball, running, hiking, and playing guitar. He is fluent in both English and Mandarin.

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Manpreet graduated with a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from City University of Seattle in Vancouver, BC in 2013. Her passion for counselling came from my prior experience of working as a family physician in India (for 13 years), supporting patients not only to their medical health needs of patient, but also to their emotional health needs (as such services were not readily available). It was this experience that led her to pursue counselling psychology when she migrated to Canada. These experiences have given her great insight into unique challenges that immigrants with different ethno-cultural backgrounds may face. Manpreet gained valuable experience at non-profit organizations and had the opportunity to work directly with families, individuals (with mental health and addiction issues) and enabling them discover their own strengths and barriers, and encouraging them to consider change. In one-to-one, couple, family and group settings, Manpreet has collaborated with clients to assess and assist them to achieve optimal mental, psychological, social, spiritual, and physical health. Her practice is guided by holistic approach with more emphasis on values and strengths-based approaches; and offers support and guidance to clients presenting with a variety of issues. Manpreet is familiar with evidence-based counselling interventions, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), person-centred, strength-based, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, mindfulness, Positive Psychology, narrative therapy and Addiction counselling. Her role involves providing vocational and rehabilitation counselling to clients recovering from catastrophic accidents (MVA etc.), chronic illness, trauma and different life crises. Manpreet is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with BCACC. She provides counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu. Manpreet’s Focus areas of expertise include treating:

• Anxiety • Depression • Trauma • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • Grief and loss • Anger management • Relationships • Chronic pain • Personal growth & Self-esteem • Post-Concussion Symptoms • Sleep issues • Addictions (involving substances + behaviors) • Couple’s counselling • Caregiver Burnout • Attachment and Boundaries.

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Joey is a graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy where he was valedictorian and representative of his class and received the Harry Goldstein Leadership award. During his education, he has gathered experience volunteering at Canuck’s Place hospice, UBC and SFU Tertiary teams.

His passion and reason for being an RMT is founded in his foundational need to help people to manage their discomfort through therapy and education. Trigger point therapy and active stretching are his techniques that he enjoys using to get the maximal results out of his treatments.

Outside of work, Joey is passionate about athletics, Krav Maga and Triathlon racing.

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Serina graduated from West Coast College of Massage Therapy in April 2022. Successfully completing her board exams and registering in December 2022. Serina has worked with a variety of musculoskeletal and orthopedic injuries as well as neurological and systemic health conditions. She focuses on the physical and emotional needs of her patients, relieving muscle tension, pain and overall stress.

Serina believes a combination of relaxation and therapeutic modalities can help decrease your symptoms and improve overall health. She looks forward to working with you and provide you the best possible care.

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IMPORTANT…treatments by Victoria are NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE. She has successfully graduated from her massage therapy college. Victoria is part of painPRO’s massage therapy preceptorship program. This industry-leading program selects top graduates from massage therapy colleges waiting to write their provincial board exams and pairs them with our existing team of healthcare professionals. The purpose is to teach new graduates real-world skills on how true collaborative healthcare works by giving them an understanding of other healthcare professions and how working together can enhance optimal patient outcomes.

Victoria supports her patients in their journey to improve their overall quality of life by developing treatment plans to fit every individual’s specific needs. She is versatile in her treatment style, working with a wide array of conditions during her time as a student RMT. She utilizes a combination of active, deep tissue, joint mobilizations, contractile myofascial, and Swedish techniques to aid in restoring function, reduce pain, prevent future injuries and put her patients at ease. Her overall approach is one of empathy and compassion.

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Beginning his education with a Bachelor of Science from UBC, Dr. Sekhon went on to complete his Doctorate of Chiropractic in Portland, Oregon. He now combines manual therapy, including soft tissue massage, cupping and instrument assisted massage, with exercise based approaches. Dr. Sekhon remains ever eager to diversify his skills and apply methods that will empower his patients to take control of their pain.

As an avid outdoorsman, Dr. Sekhon maintains an active lifestyle by hiking, practicing yoga, and cycling. He hopes to help others in the community enjoy the many scenic pleasures of beautiful British Columbia by applying evidence-based chiropractic methods to promote the specific health outcomes that matter most to each patient.

Dr. Sekhon works in consultation with his patients, and makes sure that they understand the course of treatment he recommends. Always ready with patience, optimism, and a smile, he connects his success to that of his patients, which means that he is willing to work hard with you.

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Chelsi became interested in injury rehabilitation during her time as a martial arts competitor and coach. This led her to graduate from SFU with a Bachelor of Science Honours in Kinesiology and concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation. She focused her time at SFU on the management and rehabilitation of sports and work-related injuries. Also, she completed her undergraduate thesis on changes in muscle coordination patterns during walking. At painPRO, Chelsi looks forward to work with patients to meet their functional fitness goals.

Outside of the clinic, Chelsi enjoys exploring the streets of Vancouver, hiking, snowboarding, marital arts and ultimate frisbee.

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MPT, CSCS, BSc. Kin, CGIMS, FDN

Lester holds a Master of Physiotherapy with Distinction from the University of Sydney and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He has completed extensive post-graduate education and training in advanced manual and manipulative therapy, management of tendinopathies, performance in sport, and more.

Lester is passionate in helping individuals recover from their injuries and reaching their goals, particularly those in high-level sport. His own journey as an athlete has led to a strong interest in sport-specific performance and return-to-play. His treatment approach involves manual therapy and IMS, combined with restoring functional movement through individualized programming and exercise. He has worked closely with athletes competing at the professional, national, and club levels in a dual role as therapist and coach.

Currently he is head therapist of a boxing club, helping professional and amateur boxers prepare for upcoming bouts and cornering ringside at local matches. He’s worked with a WBC silver world title holder (super welterweight) and national champions from multiple divisions, as well as athletes representing Team Canada, and professional basketball players and prospects overseas (Euroleague, Crystal Palace F.C.).

Outside of the clinic, he can often be found on the court playing basketball and volleyball, or shadowboxing and doing bag work at the gym. As a creative, he enjoys singing while playing the acoustic guitar, and satisfying his taste buds with the best coffee that Vancouver has to offer.

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