Cassidy grew up in the Okanagan where she spent a lot of her time playing soccer and competitive basketball. She’s always loved working with children and has gained experience in a variety of settings, including coaching basketball, working as a camp counsellor, and teaching kids how to cook. Her interest in physical therapy started through her participation in sports and grew throughout her kinesiology degree, and she feels so lucky she gets to combine her interests by working at Kids Physio Group!
While completing her Masters of Physical Therapy, Cassidy was fortunate to have a clinical placement at Sunny Hill Health Centre where she discovered the wonderful world of pediatric physiotherapy. She enjoys working with kids of all ages and abilities and believes in working as a team with the child and their family to help each child reach their full potential. Her favourite part of physiotherapy is coming up with creative new ways to challenge kids and seeing them build confidence in navigating their world.
Outside the clinic, you can find Cassidy shooting air balls on the court, falling all over the skate park and pretending she knows how to do gymnastics. When she’s not running around her favourite activities include reading her giant books and trying new flavours of ice cream.
Cassidy grew up in the Okanagan where she spent a lot of her time playing soccer and competitive ...
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Originally from Montreal, Quebec, Marie-Li has always been involved in various sports (Baseball, Kin-Ball, Flag football, rugby, climbing, skiing/snowboarding). She pursued her love for sport academically at the University of Montreal. Here she was part of the varsity rugby team, and graduated with a Master of Physical Therapy. Marie-Li realised her desire to pursue a career in Paediatric Physiotherapy after a placement with infants and toddlers at Sainte-Justine Hospital in Montreal.
She loves working with kids of all ages, to witness the different stages of child development, follow their personal journeys and the many challenges that come with growing up. Time Marie-Li spent working with Indigenous Communities in Northern Quebec made her well equipped to face different challenges in her work. Beyond her professional life, Marie-Li finds joy in exploring the mountains year-round, either on foot or on skis. She also enjoys board games and sharing good food with friends and family.
Originally from Montreal, Quebec, Marie-Li has always been involved in various sports (Baseball, ...
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Laura Patrick (nee Turner) was born and raised in North Vancouver and is the founder and owner of Kids Physio Group. With a lifelong passion for sports and fitness, Laura graduated from UBC’s Human Kinetics (Exercise Science) program in 2001 before earning her Master’s in Physiotherapy from McMaster University in 2003.
In 2006, Laura founded Kids Physio Group in the most humble of surroundings. After three years of working in the public system with school-aged kids, she recognized the need for all children to have access to trained pediatric physiotherapists in clinic spaces designed specifically for them.
Laura has recently returned to clinical practice on Thursdays and Fridays at the Dollarton clinic, where she is thrilled to be back working directly with families. She is joined by Nikki Mallow, who is awaiting her physiotherapy license.
Laura enjoys concussion baseline testing, post-concussion injury rehab, and baby/infant assessments while connecting with parents and empowering children through movement and play.
Outside of clinical practice, Laura continues to lead Kids Physio Group, fostering new partnerships and spearheading growth into new markets. She is also passionate about outdoor adventures with her family in Deep Cove, maintaining her fitness, exploring new cities abroad, and savoring delicious food through cooking and dining experiences.
Laura Patrick (nee Turner) was born and raised in North Vancouver and is the founder and owner of...
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Growing up, Jo was immersed in the world of athletics, training in various sports such as volleyball, soccer, and skiing. This background instilled an appreciation for movement and physical activity, as well as an understanding of challenges associated with injuries.
The passion for sport led her to study Kinesiology at UBCO. During this time, she worked with children and teens in a variety of settings, including classrooms, summer camps and sports. She developed a passion for helping kids develop their physical literacy and have fun while doing it. Jo gained valuable experience working with children with a range of disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), and various genetic disorders.
Jo’s educational path led her to Vancouver, where she attended UBC to earn her Master of Physical Therapy. During this time, she had the privilege of completing a clinical placement at Sunny Hill Health Centre. This opportunity was a reminder of her favourite part of pediatric physiotherapy: the need for creativity. She is passionate about developing innovative ways to challenge and engage children, all while watching them grow in confidence.
Outside of the clinic, you can often find Jo playing Spikeball with her friends, skiing or biking down the side of the mountain or trying to get into any outdoor sport she can find.
Growing up, Jo was immersed in the world of athletics, training in various sports such as volleyb...
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