OUR TEAM

Harleen is a physiotherapist that got her Bachelor’s of Science from UBC and went on to get her Doctor of Physiotherapy degree from Melbourne University.
She has been working in the WhiteRock community since 2018. She currently specializes in orthopaedic conditions including pre & post-surgical rehabilitation, sports related injuries, any musculoskeletal pain and conditions. Additionally, Harleen has recently specialized as a vestibular physiotherapist and treats conditions such as vertigo and dizziness.
In her spare time Harleen enjoys yoga and meditation.

Catherine is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Toronto, ON. Coming from a therapy-based background, her main goal is to promote health and injury prevention for all her clients. Catherine develops individual treatment plans after assessing a client’s health history. Through strong communication, Catherine gives her clients therapeutic exercises and education to extend the effectiveness of her treatments. She has treated patients with chronic pain, pregnancy, children who are in competitive sports, and individuals who are simply “stressed out”. She has worked in a multidisciplinary clinic alongside health practitioners who shared her belief in holistic and client centric approach. She specializes in a unique style of Swedish as well as deep tissue massage.

Gurman graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor’s in Health Science and a minor in Biology and then decided to complete her Doctorate of Physiotherapy in Melbourne, Australia. She has now been working as a physiotherapist in the lower mainland since 2016, and is loving every bit of it! She is well-equipped in treating musculoskeletal conditions, such as back and neck pain, acute and chronic injuries, pre and post-surgical rehabilitation, and pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain. She also runs exercise sessions to improve overall health and fitness. She is certified in Functional Dry Needling I and II. In her spare time, Gurman likes to do all travel, play with her puppies and spend time with her friends and family.

Sheeja was born and raised in India. Sheeja has a real passion for Massage Therapy. She has many years of experience in rehabilitation and pain management. She customizes her massages to your individual needs and has a very caring professional presence. On her spare time she likes to be with her family.

“The thing I like the most about Kinesiology is knowing I can make a difference in people’s lives every day. Figuring out someone’s needs and customizing a program to get them back to close to their normal life is both important and extremely rewarding. Active Rehabilitation is just not a program, it’s a lifestyle which is sustainable and attainable.
In my free time I would love to play badminton and exploring new hiking trails.”

Daiya is a student at Langara College, in a Registered Massage Therapy program. Her main goal is to learn all she can and give her clients soothing and relaxation massages. In her spare time, Daiya is studying for classes or working out.

Nafeez Syed holds Bachelor and Master’s degrees in Physiotherapy from India and is currently finishing his Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Sciences at The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC. He began his career as a Physiotherapist in 2003 and has upgraded himself constantly, both in his qualifications and skill sets. 

Nafeez is certified in Gunn Intra Muscular Stimulation (IMS) and has completed all the 4-levels needed for Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) certification from Robin McKenzie Institute, Canada. Alongside, advanced trainings in Myofascial mobilization and Mulligan mobilization of cervical spine and upper extremities, he is specialized in treatment of spinal and other joint problems. He is also certified by American Institute of Balance in Vestibular rehabilitation & Concussion, and is a certified therapist in Radial Shockwave and LASER therapies for various musculoskeletal problems.  Low back pain is Nafeez’s key area of interest as reflected from his large clientele and research publication record.   

Nayul is a registered acupuncturist. She has earned her degree from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, after a rigorous five-year program both in the classroom and under clinical supervision as an intern, she practiced in China.

Nayul specializes in treating all types of acute and chronic pain often associated with soft tissue damage also in women health and mental health such as PMS, period pain, insomnia and anxiety disorder.

She incorporate various TCM diagnostic approaches and uses acupuncture, cupping, tuina and therapeutic heat to relieve physical and emotional blockages in the body. In addition, she believes TCM has a strong focus on prevention and is beneficial in the maintenance of good health.

Nayul also specializes in Mei Zen/Cosmetic Acupuncure. Mei Zen literally means “beautiful person” in Chinese. Mei Zen, or Cosmetic Acupuncture, uses ancient Chinese medicine practices to “turn back the clock” on aging. It is an exciting alternative to plastic surgery, Botox and potentially “unhealthy” or invasive techniques that has proved to show amazing results!

Mei Zen uses a minimally invasive needling technique that works to rebuild the elastin and collagen matrix of the skin. In other words, each needle creates a micro trauma that stimulates the dermis to rebuild itself with new skin.

Results You Can Expect:

• Improved complexion
• Invigorated elasticity
• Reduction of wrinkles and fine lines
• Levelling of deeper wrinkles
• Improvement of the beginnings of jowls
• Reduction of acne and rosacea
• Reduction in puffiness
• Can help with Bell’s palsy and post-stroke paralysis
• Balance of oily and dry skin
• Increased blood flow and lymph circulation
• Tightened pores
• Reduction of inflammation in the face
• Reduction of dark circles under the eyes

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy, University of Manitoba, 2010
• Completed her Certification in Acupuncture, CAFCI, Level 1
• Completed Upper Quadrant Level 1 Orthopedic manual therapy

Experience

• Private practice Physiotherapy for 9 years
• Various placements including amputee rehabilitation, orthopedic outpatient/inpatient and neurological conditions including stroke, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis
• Has completed, and continues to take, post graduate Physiotherapy courses
• Has experience treating sport related injuries from a variety of sports including: soccer, hockey, volleyball, and softball/baseball.

Areas of Expertise

• ICBC / WCB Injuries
• Acupuncture
• Sports Injuries

Interests

Travelling, cooking, HIIT, running, biking

Jasmine has been working as an registered acupuncturist since 2007. She is treating many clients who never experienced acupuncture treatments, but she always manages and focuses on making them as feel comfortable as they can be. She is good at gentle needling techniques incorporating Cupping, Gua-Sha, Tuina massage and Moxibustion. She is also a proficient cosmetic acupuncture which is known ‘Mei Zen’.

She has had success in treatments for back pain, shoulder pain, motor vehicle injuries, immune promote, stress reduction, headache and insomnia.
In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, doing Qi-gong and meditation. She believes ‘where there is free flow of Qi(energy), there is no pain, no disease.’

• CTCMA Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac)
• Member of the British Columbia Association of TCM & Acupuncture Practitioners (ATCMA)
• Graduate Concordia College of TCM – Diploma Traditional Chinese Medicine 2005, BC
• PCU College of Holistic Medicine – Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Course 2011, BC.
• Society or Acupuncture Injection Therapy
• Certificate Acupoint Injection Therapy
• Saint John College – Certificate of Cosmetic Acupuncture 2005, ON