Our team
We are a team of physios, doctors, massage therapists, coaches, and athletes.
James Lobb, MPT, BScEd
Physiotherapy
James has a Master’s of Physical Therapy at Western University. He was a member of the Queen’s Rugby Club from Queens University, and also enjoys soccer, biking, and rock-climbing.
Lena Walther, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy
Lena is an award winning physio with a Master’s of Physical Therapy from UBC, and an honours degree in Kinesiology from UVic. She did research for a thesis with the Theoretical and Applied Neuroscience Lab at UVic.
Brandon Warren, MScPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy
Brandon studied Kinesiology at the University of New Brunswick, where he was a member of the varsity team. He was a two-time team captain, six-time open water swim champion and helped coach the 2013 NB Canada Games Swim Team.
Thomas Zhou, MPT, BKIN
Physiotherapy
Thomas is a graduate of the Master’s of Physiotherapy program at UBC. He has IMS and Acupuncture Canada certification, has a biomechanical bike fit certification.
Shannon Kennedy, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy
Shannon has a degree in kinesiology and has worked in both sports medicine and acute care contexts. She has a Master’s of Physical Therapy and is active in competitive international rowing.
Andrew Mills, BScPT, MA Phil
Physiotherapy
Andrew Mills works in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy & Rehabilitation, Vestibular Therapy, Acupuncture and Sports Related Injuries.
Emily Jackson, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy
Emily has a degree in kinesiology from the University of Victoria and a Master’s degree from the University of BC.
Maciek Krolikowski, MScPT
Physiotherapy
Maciek studied physiotherapy at the U of A and kinesiology at the U of C where he was captain of the track and field team and competed in sprint.
Jacqueline McAllister, BScPT
Physiotherapy
Jacqueline studied physiotherapy at the University of Alberta, and has a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Lethbridge. She specializes in pelvic floor health.
Connor Willis, MScPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy
Connor completed his Master’s in Physical Therapy from McMaster University. He focuses on developing a treatment plan that allows patients to understand the origin of their injury and reduce risk of reinjury.
Ashley Scopick, MPT
Physiotherapy
Ashley is involved in distance running, works with athletes to help them meet their goals and has a Master’s in Physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia. She also enjoys cycling, hiking, camping and various team sports.
Margaret Trajan, MPT, BScKin
Physiotherapy
Margaret completed her Master’s of Physical Therapy degree at UBC following her Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at UVic where she researched dynamic hip mobility in ballet dancers.
Sandy Wilson, BScPT
Physiotherapy
Arbutus Physiotherapy & Health Centre is owned and operated by Sandy Wilson, BScPT. Sandy is a registered member of the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia. Sandy is a mother of two and an avid runner and triathlete.
Dr. Melina Thibodeau
Sports Medicine
Dr. Melina Thibodeau is a sports medicine doctor, practicing in Victoria since 2004. She has worked with Athletics Canada as the team physician in international contexts. She is a masters track and field athlete.
Dr. Kim McQueen
Naturopathy
For more than 15 years Dr. Kim McQueen has supported athletes from Rowing Canada, Rugby Canada, ice dance, track and field, and national triathletes to help them reach their goals.
Mike Neill
Athletic Testing
Mike is a coach and a former professional Triathlete with 26 Ironman finishes. Mike is NCCP certified, and is the Head Coach of Human Powered Racing Canada.
Kathi Ells
Business Manager
Kathi Ells is a born & raised Oak Bay gal. She is a fitness industry buff and teaches several online Pilates, Yoga, and Spin classes.
Rachel Kirkham
Administrative Manager
Rachel was a competitive swimmer in England before moving to Vancouver Island to complete a degree in psychology at VIU. She has many plants.
Natasha Watson
Administrative
Natasha Watson makes things happen for us in the front office. She was a soccer player, but has moved onto mom-coaching. You can find Natasha on the sidelines of the soccer pitch, cheering.
Zoë Stocker
Administrative
Zoë is a student of kinesiology at the University of Victoria. When she’s not studying, she is playing intramural soccer at UVic or outside exploring Vancouver Island.
One of the most medically rewarding journeys I’ve been through
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Able to book online
Highly recommend! The staff are friendly, able to book online, street parking, and direct billing.
My rehabilitation program was easy to follow
Sandy Wilson is the consummate professional. My running injury was diagnosed efficiently, the treatment was highly effective and my rehabilitation program was easy to follow. What more could one ask for?
So happy to have found this place
If there was another star, I would gladly give it
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Respectful and knowledgeable
Sweet, understanding and actually helped
Amazing people here. Friendly and awesome. My physiotherapist Fawn Whiting was sweet, understanding and actually helped relieve back pain from which i was suffering for a few years. She taught me few excercises which i still do from time to time to relieve back pain. Thanks Arbutus and Fawn 😁
14 years
We have been seeing Sandy for last 14 years. She is a fantastic professional know her stuff very well. We strongly recommend her for all your physio needs.
More range of motion and less pain
Serious improvement after one visit. More range of motion and less pain and discomfort. Cody upped the ante and tackled some sore spots that will move the whole process along. Excellent work and easy-to-work-with personality. Many thanks.
Up-to-date on latest evidence based research
The relief is immeasurable!
After a year of at times agonizing pain and repeat misdiagnosis, I feel I finally hit a pot of gold being in Sandy’s highly skillful and very thorough care. The relief from finally knowing the cause of my pain and from receiving effective treatment at last is immeasurable!
The framework to continue to heal
Repair my body past what I thought was possible
A restorative tonic
Kristen makes the world a better place! She is a wonderful listener, full of a gentle vitality and always a willingness to provide great advice. An hour in her company is a restorative tonic. Thank you!
Took the time to explain
If I could rate it higher I would
Lovely environment
Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Clean facilities. Lovely environment.
If you have a sports injury look no further
Fantastic care from Christy Mader, if you have a sports injury look no further, this is someone who really knows what she is doing!
I look forward to my appointments
Very impressed
Very impressed with the staff. Friendly, helpful and knew who I was after my first visit. Libby, my physio is great. Very knowledgeable, down to earth and really works to help my condition out.
Dedicated to ensuring you make a full recovery
Connor is the best physiotherapist I have ever worked with. He takes the time to get to know you and your problems. Moreover, he is sincerely dedicated to ensuring you make a full recovery. I would recommend him to anyone in need of an awesome physiotherapist.
Extremely effective massage therapy
As always, Kristin provided very expert, very focused and extremely effective massage therapy.
Nice environment and friendly staff members
So knowledgeable and take the time to really listen
All of the practitioners at Arbutus Physiotherapy are so knowledgeable and take the time to really listen to your concerns and address them. Everything about the office, from the practitioners to the front staff made me feel welcome and cared for. Definitely 5 stars!!
In good hands
Thank you so much. You’re all so amazing, even during this difficult time. You are in good hands there.
Much less pain
Excellent – managed to work through all the necessary joints and muscles with much less pain than I have experienced with others in the past!
The first person I contact to assess and deliver treatment
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Both soothing and informative
Stephanie is wonderful! Her personality is both soothing and informative. She fit me in early and I feel 100% better just a few hours later.
Helped to resolve some of my old chronic injuries
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There’s hope
There’s hope for my knees, which I did not have. Professional and knowledgable. Happy I went in.
Exceptional practitioner
There’s a reason for the mountain of positive reviews. Exceptional practitioner. Thank you Sandy.
Stronger than before the injury
Multiple disciplines in one location
Direct bill and I like that I can see multiple disciplines in one location
In sync with his patients
Connor is wise, professional and in sync with his patients. As a physiotherapist he tries to get to the root of what is causing your discomfort. He offers suggestions to support your healing process and is great at follow up! His care and attention is appreciated.
A treatment plan to help meet my goals
Lena Walther is an exceptional physiotherapist. She completed a thorough examination, provided me information on the assessment findings, and structured a treatment plan to help meet my goals. I would highly recommend Lena!
Making lives better
These folks are working really hard to make our lives better !
A friendly pleasant atmosphere
Feels like one big family there
Skilled and thorough
Staff is always friendly and engaging. Practitioners are very skilled and thorough with assessments and treatments. Highly recommended!
Balance of professional conduct and personal ease
Super pleasant personally, thorough assessment and Connor made helpful suggestions and treatment plan. Nice balance of professional conduct, knowledge and personal ease- Impressed!
Incredible feel for what is going on and how to fix it
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Everything you want in a healthcare practitioner
Rosie has helped me tremendously with my reoccurring back pain. Not only is she professional and knowledgeable, she is also compassionate and non-judgmental….everything you want in a healthcare practitioner. Rosie loves her job-and it shows! I never hesitate to recommend her to family or friends.
Helped in lowering my concussion symptoms
Made all the difference in my quality of life
Dr. Veronica Hewstan is a talented and caring Chiropractic practitioner. Even when I have been away from the office for a few months, she remembers details about my life and previous treatments. The Active Release Technique & Graston Technique have made all the difference in my quality of life. I cannot highly recommend her enough.
Relief of back and neck pain
As a carpenter who is constantly throwing his back alignment out, i have been seeing Dr. Veronica Hewstan for relief of back and neck pain. She is a wonderful practitioner and has a beautiful clinic. I would highly recommend her for anyone seeking chiropractic care
Within weeks she had me back to running!
Knowledgeable with a sense of humour
Brandon is great very knowledgeable and effective with a lovely sense of humour.
Everything I could have asked for
My life has seriously been changed!
Gratitude
Lena was amazing! So grateful
Knowledgeable, kind, and attuned to the body
So glad I started going to Arbutus Physio. Ashley is so knowledgeable, kind, and attuned to the body!
Athletic background
Highly recommend
