Jan is a compassionate, trauma informed physical therapist who believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is at the heart of effective treatment. She is dedicated to empowering her clients with the knowledge and tools they need to work toward their goals and focus on what is most meaningful in their lives.

Jan works with a wide range of clients, with a keen interest in pelvic health. Her practice in pelvic health includes the perinatal period, labor preparation, recovery from caesarean section, post-partum return to activity, bowel and bladder dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, and support for the breastfeeding dyad. Jan’s training and education in pelvic health physiotherapy has been specific to individuals with vaginal anatomy. She completed her initial pelvic health training in internal assessment and treatment through BC Women’s Hospital and Urosante (Canadian Pelvic Health Academy). Jan has pursued additional advanced pelvic health education through various organizations including Reframe Rehab and Pelvic Health Solutions.

Beyond her pelvic health focus, Jan enjoys working with seniors and clients of all ages who benefit from the convenience and personalized approach of in-home care.

Jan earned her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2002 and has over 10 years of experience in pelvic health, alongside a broad background in musculoskeletal conditions. Outside of work, Jan enjoys exploring our beautiful island with her family by camping, hiking, and mountain biking.

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Susannah is a physiotherapist with extensive experience in pelvic health and dementia care. She graduated from the University of Ottawa in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy and has built her practice around compassion, curiosity, and individualized care.

Her gentle, client-centred approach focuses on understanding each person’s goals, experiences, and comfort level in order to create a care plan that truly fits. In 2019, she completed pelvic health training with Pelvic Health Solutions and is passionate about supporting pelvic and sexual health for women and gender-diverse people. She is Certified in Intra Pelvic Health in BC.

Susannah’s work is trauma-informed and grounded in nervous system care. She recognizes the close relationship between mental and pelvic health and collaborates with mental health professionals to support integrated, whole-person care.

She has a special interest in hormone health across the lifespan, including perinatal care, gender-affirming care, perimenopause, and menopause. Susannah supports people experiencing prolapse, pregnancy and postpartum recovery, endometriosis, bladder leaks, lichen sclerosus, low back pain, post-hysterectomy recovery, and painful sex. She has also worked in hospital settings supporting people recovering from fractures and joint replacement surgery.

In addition to her clinical work, Susannah is a speaker, educator, advocate, and activist for pelvic health.

Outside of work, she enjoys frolicking in the forest, mermaiding in lakes, and cuddling dogs.

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Lauren is currently only accepting new clients in Vancouver and the North Shore. Lauren is not taking new clients in Victoria Central or the Westshore.

Lauren works with a wide range of clients, with a special focus on pelvic health. Her practice includes perinatal care, labour preparation, and return to physical activity postpartum, as well as pelvic organ prolapse, bladder and bowel dysfunction, and chronic pelvic pain. She is Certified in Intra Pelvic Health in BC. Lauren provides care for all genders, including male pelvic health, and also works extensively with seniors and individuals with complex medical histories or physical impairments that make it challenging to leave their homes. She is a trauma-informed practitioner who ensures care is individualized, compassionate, and accessible.

An avid health and fitness enthusiast, Lauren comes from a competitive sports background. She grew up playing a wide variety of sports and went on to compete as a lightweight rower on the varsity women’s rowing team at the University of British Columbia. She holds an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Health Science from UBC and a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto.

Lauren founded Core Connection in 2019 after feeling frustrated by the gaps in traditional brick-and-mortar physiotherapy models. She strongly believes care delivered in the home is higher quality, more personalized and more effective. 

Beyond her clinical work, Lauren is active in the community. She participates in recreational sports, serves on the board of the EO Vancouver Island Accelerator Program, and is a former board member of the Victoria Chapter of the Women in Leadership Foundation.

Lauren splits her time and sees clients between both Victoria and Vancouver/North Shore.

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Chloe grew up in the Okanagan as a competitive swimmer, triathlete, and cross-country skier. She completed her Bachelor’s of Human Kinetics at UBC Okanagan, with a major in Exercise Physiology and a minor in Counselling Psychology. She is a firm believer that exercise is medicine and that everyone of all ages and abilities can, and should, lift weights.

Chloe is passionate about working with people of all ages and abilities to improve their function, mobility, and strength, with particular experience supporting older adults and individuals living with dementia.

Chloe is also currently involved in CrossFit as both a coach and an athlete. Outside of the gym and clinic, you can usually find her adventuring in the mountains or relaxing near the water with her husband, son, and weiner dog.

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