The Team

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• College of Physical Therapists of Alberta

• Canadian Physiotherapy Association Member

• Graduate of the Hoffman Institute

• Certified Manual Therapist - SWODEAM Institute

• Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute/Acupuncture Canada

• Gunn IMS Certified - ISTOP

• The Running Clinic - Specialist

• Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified

• 200hr Yoga Teacher Training

• SFMA Level 1 Certified

GINA PERRAULT, CEO and founder

Physiotherapist, BSc. PT,  BSc. Kinesiology

Gina is passionate about all thing’s health and wellness which includes moving often and moving well.  She believes movement is one of the most powerful medicines we have and by bridging a mind-body connection through finding strength in movement we can therefore balance physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Gina holds a Bachelor of Science degree in physiotherapy from the University of Alberta (2005), in addition to one in Kinesiology from the University of Lethbridge (2000).  Gina focuses on sports therapy, postural and repetitive strain injuries; as well as provides foundational preventative health support for general population looking to change aspects of their life, they may not have thought was possible. She is the founder of Restorative Sports Therapy, a multi-disciplinary health clinic in the Foothills that focuses on bridging collaborative health care between allied health professionals for a true client centered practice. Gina also consults out in the community providing coaching, mentoring and work planning to support various health professionals in their practice.  She also runs various movement and mobility workshops to educate both health professionals, coaches, and athletes on the recognition of mobility and stability issues and how it can alter sport or training performance. Gina is highly disciplined and knows that consistent work and dedication are keys to success. She also values life-long learning and believes a consistent mindset practice can help anyone level up in their life.

My why:

Restorative is more than just physiotherapy.  It started off with a vision to slow down and take more time for people and to meet people where they are at. I’ve worked for many years in a busy sports practice where you see a patient every 15 minutes.  I understand and get the business/ healthcare model of why it exists and why it did exist for me. I learned a lot and was able to really practice my craft. After 13 years of that style of practice, I think I was looking for something more. I was lucky (along with a lot of hard work, support, and determination) to have had the opportunity to create a space that is built on connection and time, and you feel it as soon as you walk through the Restorative doors.

Like anything else, I feel physiotherapy should evolve. What that looked like for me was creating a team that was built on service, knowledge, innovation, and having practitioners who were living their passion and working their passion.  This is what they were meant to do. If you’ve met our team, you will know they are all like-minded and are driven to help and support people in finding true wealth in health - something we call the Restorative Lifestyle.  Placing the importance on moving daily, getting good nutrition, and taking care of yourself so you can live your healthiest life on a physical, mental and emotional level until it becomes a daily practice. Our goal is to empower people to build the best foundation to overall health they could have by mastering the basics which will in turn reduce the burden on our public health care system.

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• Canadian Physiotherapy Association Member

• Functional Dry Needling Level 1 & 2 Certified – EIM

• Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

• The Running Clinic – Specialist

• SMFA Level 1 Certified

Kate Chambers

MSc. PT, BSc. Kinesiology

Kate’s mission is to provide empowering education, meaningful connection and individualized care for every client who walks in the door.

She understands the importance of feeling seen and heard within the medical system. Your unique story matters, and she will take the time to listen and help uncover your personal goals to shape your plan of care. Her approach to rehabilitation is rooted in the belief that rehab should be a collaborative process, not only between you and her, but also with the other practitioners at Restorative and beyond to ensure you receive the best care possible.

Kate has a strong background in sports and athletics, and grew up competing in track and field, volleyball, basketball, and rugby. She worked as a group fitness instructor throughout her schooling, and continues to incorporate this love for coaching and community into her Movement Classes at Restorative.

Kate believes that movement is essential, not only for recovering from injury but for enhancing overall quality of life. During physiotherapy sessions with her, you can expect a combination of education and exercise, supplemented by targeted hands-on treatment and dry needling if indicated.

Kate has a particular passion and specialized training in assessing and treating pelvic floor conditions. including urinary incontinence, pelvic prolapse, pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, pregnancy and postpartum challenges, and menopausal changes to the pelvis. This area of health is vital to one's well being and has often been overlooked, minimized, and shamed within the medical system. She is committed to changing that narrative and providing the care and support you deserve.

Kate’s other favorite treatment areas include:

• shoulders

• hips

• necks and backs

• running-related injuries

When she’s not in the clinic, Kate is an avid explorer who is always seeking new experiences. Whether it’s through trying a new restaurant in downtown Calgary, exploring a new mountain trail, or picking up a new hobby, she loves to stay active and engaged. She is an outdoor enthusiast and spends most of her weekends in the mountains hiking, running, rock climbing, and skiing.

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• Canadian Physiotherapy Association Member

• Functional Dry Needling Level 1 Certified

• TPI Certification Level 1

Connor Young

MSc. PT

Connor began his physiotherapy journey as a patient. After completing his undergraduate degree, he spent several years investing his time and energy into climbing and skiing. Unfortunately, he had a serious accident while climbing in New Zealand that took a substantial amount of rehabilitation to come back from. Through this process, he discovered the power that physiotherapy has to empower people to realize the healing potential of their bodies. He was soon back to doing the things he loved, and after a few years decided to pursue physiotherapy as a career.

Connor had been living in Canmore, but moved back to the Calgary area when he began this process and actually worked at the desk here at Restorative while he completed pre-requisite courses and waited for acceptance into school. He is thrilled to be back joining the team. Connor's sessions focus on education about your condition, hands on treatment, and functional exercise. He will also take the time to get to know you, because you are more than just an injury. The journey to recovery is rarely just physical, and he believes that by listening to his patients stories and considering the other circumstances in their lives, the emotional component of an injury can also be addressed. Each person will be different, so he will tailor a treatment plan to help you easily incorporate physiotherapy into your day and to make movement a daily practice. While he enjoys treating all kinds of conditions, Connor has a particular interest in hand therapy, knee surgery rehab, and pain science.

Outside the clinic, Connor can be found moving in the mountains. Climbing rock in the summer and ice in the winter are his biggest passions, but he also enjoys mountain biking, cross country skiing, and backcountry skiing. He also has come to thoroughly enjoy his own physiotherapy program in the gym, which these days just feels like a really good workout.

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• Canadian Physiotherapy Association Member

• Functional Dry Needling Level 1

• Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Sophia Furlan

MSc. PT, BSc, Kinesiology

Sophia graduated from the University of British Columbia - Okanagan with a bachelor of Human Kinetics and a Minor in Psychology. While there, she was a member of the Women’s Varsity Volleyball team and was awarded Academic-All Canadian for all 5 years she played. She completed her Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Alberta  and has already gotten involved in the sport scene by coaching for the Junior Dinos Volleyball program for the past 2 seasons. 

As a previous competitive tennis and volleyball athlete who has gone through many injuries of her own, she has a keen interest in sport related injury and rehabilitation, as well as general orthopaedic injuries, and is committed to getting clients and athletes of all ages back to their desired level of functioning. She is keen on learning more about sports rehabilitation as she understands what it takes mentally and physically to recover from injuries and get back into sport. Sophia uses a combination of manual therapy (hands on approach) with exercises to get you back to doing what you love. She is also aiming to complete her IMS certification in June 2024. Sophia also has a passionate interest for Women’s Health and Pelvic Physiotherapy and is completing her Level 2 certification June 2024.  

Sophia believes in working closely with her clients to build an understanding of what is truly important for them and is committed to developing a treatment plan that best suits their individual needs. 

Outside of work, she enjoys playing in both indoor and beach volleyball leagues, weight lifting, running, cross-country skiing, boxing, hiking and keeping up to date on the food and coffee shop scene.

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• Canadian Physiotherapy Association Member

• SMFA Level 1 Certification

• Manual Therapy Specialization Course

• Mulligan Concept upper and lower certified

• Functional Dry Needling Level 1 Certified

Annabelle Bissonnette

MSc. PT

Annabelle is currently on Maternity Leave and plans to return in the Spring of 2025. In the meantime, our outstanding team of Physiotherapists are here to provide you with exceptional care and support you in achieving your health goals. Visit our booking page or give us a call at 587-757-0166 to schedule your next appointment or if you need assistance choosing a Physiotherapist that is right for you. 

Annabelle’s passion for the field of physiotherapy grew while working as a Physical Therapy Assistant in home care. Captivated by the influence physiotherapy services can have on someone’s life, this led her to earn her bachelor’s degree in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies from the University of Calgary. Annabelle then completed her Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Alberta. Originally from a small French town east of Ottawa, she moved to Calgary 10 years ago and continues to be drawn by the proximity of the Rocky mountains.

Annabelle is passionate about working with her clients to help them return to doing what they love. She takes on an active approach with her treatments which include evidence-based interventions to promote recovery and prevent further injury. Sessions with her will include a combination of education, manual therapy, and functional exercises. Annabelle’s goal is to ensure that everyone she works with feels comfortable and heard throughout their session. A key focus for Annabelle is to provide the support and guidance client's need to improve control of their health and healing journey. With an interest in pain neuroscience, pelvic floor therapy and dry needling, Annabelle plans on continuing education in these areas to further help clients.

In her spare time, Annabelle can be found walking her dogs, playing volleyball, participating in yoga or spin classes, snowboarding, hiking, and camping during the summer. Annabelle believes in the importance of an active lifestyle which has helped to form the basis of her physiotherapy mantra. Annabelle strongly believes that working with a physiotherapist can help you manage your pain, and help you incorporate movement into your daily life.

Professional memBerships and certifications:

• College of Alberta Psychologist, Registered Psychologist

• PhD in Counselling Psychology from the University of Calgary

• Psychologists' Association of Alberta

• TAOS Institute Associate

Dr. Emily Doyle

Psychologist

Dr. Emily Doyle is a Registered Psychologist who has joined the Restorative team to provide support to our clinic patients who would benefit a supportive, therapeutic conversation.

Working from a single-session model of therapy, Emily will be offering appointments focusing on the conversation you would really like to have, on that day. In single-session therapy, each session stands alone, and there is no expectation for ongoing involvement. This allows you to book any number of sessions, on an if-needed and as-needed basis.

Emily has a background working with individuals, couples, young people, and families. Her approach draws from systemic, narrative, and solution-focused therapies. She has a passion for supporting counselling education and currently works for Athabasca University as the Director of Training in the Graduate Centre for Applied Psychology.

Emily is looking forward to providing counselling services to the Okotoks community, where she lives with her daughters and her partner (and their dogs and cats).

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• Masters of Applied Science in Nutrition

• ART - full body trained

• Graston trained

• FMS Level 1

• Acupuncture Canada Certified

Dr. Shannon Winslade

Doctor of Chiropractic, YTT 200

Born in Calgary and raised in Okotoks Dr. Shannon has strong ties to the community and has been practicing in town for 22 years. Shannon attended the University of Alberta for her undergraduate studies in Science and went on to study at Palmer College of Chiropractic West graduating in 1998. Upon completion of her studies, Shannon moved back to Okotoks to begin to practice and raise her family.

Dr. Shannon is passionate about moving every day but more importantly moving well. Shannon constantly focuses on her own mobility and motor patterns. It is through this commitment to her movement practice she is able to teach and coach from a place of direct experience and with incredible insight. She is detail-oriented in terms of patient care and takes her time to make sure the best course of treatment is delivered. She uses a variety of techniques including spinal and extremity adjustments, Activator Methods, Active Release Technique, Graston and Therapeutic exercise.

She is a firm believer that educating patients about their own bodies enables them to take a more active approach to their health care and makes working together a collaborative effort to help patients reach their goals.

In her off time, Dr. Shannon can be found in the mountains running the trails, at the pool or the local Crossfit gym. As an avid athlete over her life, she values the ability to keep active while the body goes through the healing process from an injury.

As a lifelong learner, Dr. Shannon upgrades her knowledge and skills by taking a wide variety of continuing education courses. Shannon’s goal is to empower her patients to take a proactive attitude towards chiropractic to help support them in living their best life.

Professional Memberships and Certifications:

• Contemporary Medical Acupuncture from McMaster University

• Mental Health First Aid

• Member of the College of Canadian Chiropractors, Chiropractic Association of Alberta, Canadian Chiropractic Association

Dr. Bobbi Norris

Doctor of Chiropractic

Dr. Bobbi Norris grew up in Wainwright, Alberta before attending St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia where she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. After graduation, Dr. Norris moved to Calgary where she lived and worked for five years. During that time, she found a passion for chiropractic care and decided to take a leap, go back to school, and change career paths. She graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2022 where she received the Oryst Swyszcz Memorial Graduate Scholarship for her dedication to patients.

In her years since CMCC, Dr. Norris has focused her practice on empowering patients to take control of their health and movement. Her goal is to make chiropractic care approachable and attainable to all. This means tailoring her approach to each patient's needs and providing them with a safe space to learn and grow. To do so, Dr. Norris utilizes various treatment practices including diversified chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue techniques, and contemporary medical acupuncture. No matter your age and stage of life, Dr. Norris truly believes that everyone deserves to feel their best. She welcomes any and all patients who would like help along their wellness journey and takes a special interest in prenatal and pediatric patient care.

Outside of work, Dr. Norris loves to explore the vibrant nature of Calgary through its restaurants, cafes, and parks. She is an avid golfer (for better or worse) and is getting back into her love for running. Dr. Norris is excited to be back in Calgary and closer to family. Nothing beats going for a walk with your niece (or dog nephews) with a good coffee in hand.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)

• Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Athabasca

• Certified Holistic Nurse, Nurse Coach Consultant from the CIINDE  (The Canadian Institute of Integrative Nursing Development & Education Ltd.)

• Registered Yoga Instructor (RYT 200 hrs)

• Certified Meditation Teacher 

• Reiki Level II Practitioner

Shelley Scheideman

Holistic Nursing Services

Shelly works with you to apply her Nursing lens in providing care that is collaborative, comprehensive, and inclusive of your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health care needs.  

Holistic Nursing Services allows for you to get curious and creative with self-care planning that is exploratory, impactful, and built on guided self-discovery, intention setting and overall optimized wellbeing. Based on the applied Nursing Process, Shelly provides evidence informed practices and modern standards of nursing care while incorporating complementary alternative modalities to create a truly individualized, full circle self-care experience