Meet The Team at Kootenay Therapy Center
Our wonderful practitioners and staff members have a wide range of experience, and each of them comes to the clinic with their own expertise, education, and specialties.
But there’s one thing they all have in common: a commitment to creating a respectful and welcoming environment that prioritizes your wellbeing.
Get introduced to the people who are in your corner:
Certified Hand Therapists
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Kari Loftsgard
Certified Hand Therapist
Kari is a Certified Hand Therapist with expertise in Acupuncture, custom splinting, and post-operative care.
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Misha Marechal
Certified Hand Therapist
Misha specializes in hand therapy and concussion management, supporting recovery through meaningful, goal-oriented care.
Physiotherapists
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Jared Bouchard
Physiotherapist
Jared specializes in running and climbing injury rehabilitation, combining exercise, education, and hands-on therapy to help patients stay active and recover fully.
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Abby Hughes
Physiotherapist
Abby focuses on personalized physiotherapy care, with a special interest in osteoarthritis, vestibular conditions, and supporting long-term mobility and function.
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Jordan Olexyn
Physiotherapist
Jordan integrates Physiotherapy, pain management, and Concussion Treatment, supporting clients in returning to daily activity.
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Courtney Pelletier
Physiotherapist
Courtney offers Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy and personalized Physiotherapy programs that blend education, exercise, and hands-on care.
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Ryan Sleik
Physiotherapist
Ryan leads in Concussion Treatment and Vestibular Rehabilitation, with advanced training in post-concussion and pain science.
Sports Medicine
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Dr. Megan Ure
Sports Medicine Physician
Megan brings a medical perspective to Sports Injury care, supporting patients with musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
Kinesiologists
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Andrea Taylor
Kinesiologist
Andrea supports clients with Exercise Therapy, Physical Reconditioning, and custom bracing programs.
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Caitlin Peet
Kinesiologist
Caitlin is a certified MEDI compression fitter and delivers Bracing & Compression, Exercise Therapy, and Concussion Treatment support.
Patient Experience & Administration
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Anne Hutton
Patient Experience Coordinator
Annie has called Cranbrook home for over 30 years, bringing her friendly personality and wealth of customer service experience to Kootenay Therapy Center. Before joining the clinic in 2023, she worked in local businesses for decades, always greeting people with a smile.
She’s passionate about helping clients have a positive experience and enjoys being part of such a supportive, community-focused team.
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Marie Milner
Patient Experience Coordinator
Marie has a long history of working in healthcare support roles, first in Vancouver and later in Cranbrook. After a brief retirement in 2019, she rejoined the workforce and became part of Kootenay Therapy Center’s administrative team in 2024.
Marie’s organization and professionalism help keep the clinic running smoothly, and she loves being part of a team that’s dedicated to improving people’s health and wellbeing.
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Janelle Traversano
Office Manager
Janelle has been part of Kootenay Therapy Center since 2005 and brings warmth, professionalism, and deep experience to the clinic. She graduated from the College of the Rockies and has played a key role in managing operations, supporting both staff and patients alike.
Outside the clinic, Janelle enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and exploring the beauty of the Kootenays.
We’d love to meet.
Maybe you found a practitioner who resonates with you, and you’re ready to book. Or maybe you aren’t sure which type of treatment is best for your condition, and you’d like to ask some questions first. Wherever you’re at, we’re here to chat.