Kathryn graduated from Dalhousie University with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy in 2018. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in 2011, with a double major in Gender Studies and Communication Studies, and a Master of Public Health in 2016 from Memorial University.

Kathryn has completed post-graduate courses in female urinary incontinence, chronic pain management, tempomandibular joint (TMJ) management, exercise prescription, and holds advanced certifications in functional dry needling.

Her treatment style is education-based, hands-on, and her goal is to help her client’s achieve independence with their injury and condition management.

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Andrew is a physiotherapist who integrates exercise-centric rehabilitation, manual therapy, and functional dry needling to support clients through injury recovery, performance goals, and long-term health.

With a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University and an Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours from Memorial University of Newfoundland, Andrew combines strong academic training with practical experience across both clinical and performance settings.

Born and raised in Paradise, Andrew is returning home after three years of practice in Halifax, excited to contribute to the health and wellbeing of the community that shaped him. His background in high-level competitive hockey laid the foundation for his interest in human movement, athletic development, and injury prevention — influences that continue to guide his dynamic, performance-focused approach to physiotherapy.

Andrew emphasizes a holistic, movement-based philosophy, empowering clients to actively participate in their rehab. Whether working with athletes, active individuals, or those simply wanting to move better in their daily lives, he is dedicated to creating personalized treatment plans that build strength, confidence, and long-term resilience.

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Originally from Toronto, Ontario, Alyssa moved to Newfoundland at the age of 14. Alyssa graduated from the comprehensive Massage Therapy course in 2020 and is in good standing with The College of Massage Therapy and The Newfoundland and Labrador Massage Therapy Association.

In addition to being a Registered Massage Therapist, Alyssa is a BScN Student, Recovery Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer and Sports Nutritionist within the International Sports Sciences Association and is an active member of the Studio Versō community.

Alyssa utilizes a number of different techniques in her treatments such as: general Swedish and Petrissage massage, active and fascial releases, cupping, gua sha, trigger point release, joint mobilizations and remedial exercises.

Alyssa understands the importance of maintaining a work-life balance and self care. Outside of the clinic, Alyssa enjoys being outdoors, at the gym, or relaxing with her dogs.

Alyssa is passionate about her client’s well-being and is determined to meet your individual heath and wellness goals.

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Originally from New Brunswick, Jeff completed his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at St. Francis Xavier University and his Master of Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University. Jeff worked as a physiotherapist in Halifax, Nova Scotia before moving to Newfoundland to practice.

Jeff has advanced training in Selective Functional Movement Assessment Level 1 and Level 2, Mulligan manual therapy, Dry Needling, and further education through the Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute.

Jeff believes that consistent and frequent movement is the key to a pain-free healthy life. Active participation by the client and proper education is the most important when it comes to a successful treatment plan. He provides clients with the information that allows them to achieve their functional goals, make healthy lifestyle choices and prevents injuries in the future.

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Lisa’s journey into sports physiotherapy began in her hometown of Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, where her passion for sports and helping others intersected. After completing her Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honours at Memorial University, she pursued a Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University to deepen her understanding of human movement and rehabilitation techniques.

Her career took her to Halifax Nova Scotia, where she honed her skills over the past six years, specializing in sports physiotherapy. During this time, Lisa immersed herself in the field, obtaining her Certificate in Sport Physiotherapy and continually seeking opportunities to expand her expertise.

What truly sets Lisa apart is her hands-on experience with athletes at all levels. As a dedicated team therapist, she has worked closely with various sports teams, including the Halifax Hurricanes in the National Basketball League of Canada (NBLC). Her involvement extended to national competitions, such as serving the team therapist for the Team Atlantic at the 2023 National Women’s U18 Hockey Championship and part of the host medical team for the 2023 Winter Canada Games in PEI and the 2023 North American Indigenous Games in Halifax. Lisa has been involved in a number of local and international sporting events. From hockey, soccer, and rugby to cheerleading, SailGP and wheelchair tennis, she has provided care and support to athletes across diverse disciplines.

Her dedication to staying at the forefront of her field is evident in her pursuit of a Diploma in Sport Physiotherapy, which will elevate her status as an internationally recognized expert in sports rehabilitation.

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an elite competitor, Lisa’s expertise and genuine passion for her work make her an invaluable partner in your journey to feel and perform your best. With a personalized approach and a deep understanding of athletic performance and injury management, Lisa is dedicated to helping her clients recover from injuries, optimize their performance, and embrace active lifestyles.

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Dr. Andrew Noseworthy is a Chiropractor and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist committed to helping individuals recover from injury, move better, and achieve their performance goals. A proud Newfoundlander, he’s excited to be back on the Rock after gaining clinical experience in both Toronto and Halifax. There, he had the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients — from recreational athletes to professionals — developing expertise in treating various injuries and movement-related conditions.

With a foundation in education, Andrew is passionate about patient empowerment. He believes that recovery starts with understanding, and he prioritizes clear communication throughout the treatment process. His educational background reflects this philosophy: he holds a Bachelor of Physical Education, a Bachelor of Education, and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

To further enhance his clinical practice, Andrew has completed additional certifications, including:

• Acupuncture Certification
• Complete Concussion Management
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certification
• Red Cross Emergency First Responder Certification

This diverse training allows Andrew to take a holistic, evidence-based approach to care. By integrating hands-on therapy with tailored exercise programs, he helps patients recover more effectively and perform at their best.

At the heart of his practice is a simple goal: to help you move well, feel your best, and confidently return to the activities you love.

Outside of the clinic, Andrew enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors with his partner, family, friends, and his dog.

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Growing up in Bay Roberts, Darcy developed a passion for sports during his youth. He has dedicated his career to helping individuals improve their performance through all types of movement & exercises.

He got his Bachelor of Kinesiology from Memorial University in 2021 and his Master of Sports Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh in 2024. He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and has completed KILO strength coach training, with additional certifications under his belt.

In Pittsburgh, Darcy learned about how to handle injuries to the musculoskeletal system, taught Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics, and was a Student Team Manager for the University of Pittsburgh’s NCAA women’s softball team.

Darcy is thrilled to join the team at Ascend and to continue supporting athletes and individuals at all levels in their pursuit of improvement to achieve their full potential.

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Liz grew up in Clarenville, NL, where her multi-sport background led her to earn a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours) at Memorial University in 2019 while competing on the varsity track and field team. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University in 2024.

Before becoming a Physiotherapist, Liz initially pursued Occupational Therapy and worked as an OT in PEI and Newfoundland, bringing a unique, function-based perspective to her physiotherapy practice. She is passionate about keeping people active throughout the lifespan while helping them take control of their own health and wellbeing. She emphasizes a client-centered approach, combining exercise and hands-on manual therapy to help individuals reach their goals.

Liz’s interests lie in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She brings experience in general orthopaedics, outpatient joint replacement rehabilitation, and sports physiotherapy.

Liz has completed continued education in dry needling, manual/manipulative therapy, emergency sports first response, and running gait analysis. Outside the clinic, Liz enjoys distance running, weightlifting, travel, and spending time with friends and family.

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Marissa is from the West Coast of NL. She graduated from Acadia University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. Since then, Marissa has been practicing as a Registered Dietitian in Newfoundland & Labrador. Marissa aims to help guide and support individuals with their nutrition and health goals using a non-diet, balanced approach by providing clients with education and tools best-suited for their lifestyle. Marissa’s interests are Intuitive Eating and Chronic Disease Management. Marissa is passionate about helping others develop a happier and healthier relationship with food.

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A former junior and university hockey athlete who after hockey decided to highly focus on education. Jon completed his undergrad in Physical Education from both University of Ottawa as well Memorial Univeristy of Newfoundland and Labrador. Upon completion of an undergraduate degree Jon went on to pursue a Masters Degree in the science of Kinesiology with world renown exercise scientist Dr. Dave Behm at Memorial University.

This experience allowed Jon not only to greatly enhance his education but work along many professionals across the world in various exercise science research capacities.

Since finishing his education Jon has been a member of the NLKA for 7 years and has worked along various populations from professional athletes to general population and rehabilitation clients.

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Meghan has been a Registered Massage Therapist and helping people on their healing journeys since graduating with honours and distinction from the Massage Therapy program at Eastern College in 2018. Her passion and devotion to massage therapy shine as she provides exceptional and effective medical massage therapy to clients who give her glowing recommendations. She is experienced in treating many different injuries, including those resulting from sports, motor vehicle accidents, postural imbalances, and occupational stressors. Meghan’s passion for massage therapy has helped her continue growing her skills through educating and she has earned credentials to offer RAPID NeuroFascial Reset(NFR) of the upper and lower body, cupping therapy and level 1 kinesiology taping. She is actively learning new techniques and exercises to better help her clients and would love to chat with you about any techniques you would like to know more about and see if they are a good fit for you. Meghan provides focused and effective treatment plans in an inclusive, safer space that promotes recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention of many muscular and neurofascial conditions.

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Aimee graduated from Eastern Academy’s Massage Therapy program in 2017.

Aimee has experience in both clinic and spa settings and understands the importance of both therapeutic and relaxation-based treatments.

Aimee has additional training in cupping, gua sha and incorporates these techniques in her treatments along with general Swedish massage, petrissage, trigger point therapy and active fascial release techniques.

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Julia Windsor graduated from Memorial University with a Bachelor or Science in Behavioral Neuroscience in 2016, then completed her Master of Science in Physiotherapy in 2018 at Dalhousie University.

Julia started her Physiotherapy career in Halifax, Nova Scotia, working both in the hospital setting and at a private clinic. She moved back to Newfoundland in 2021 and continued working with patients admitted to hospital, gaining experience in providing therapeutic interventions to patients with a wide variety of conditions & functional impairments.

During her career, Julia has taken a particular interest in geriatric care & falls prevention & recently completed a Geriatric Rehab & Healthy Aging Course offered by the University of Alberta.

With her extensive hospital-based experience & knowledge, Julia understands the importance of post- hospitalization & post-operative rehabilitation from a multi-system approach, especially in the home setting. She uses evidence-based practice & hands-on clinical experience to guide individualized treatment programs & achieve the best outcomes for her patients.

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Lauren is from Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where she also played varsity soccer for the Seahawks. She went on to complete a Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University, graduating in 2018.

Lauren began her physiotherapy career in Halifax, Nova Scotia, working for three years at the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre before spending five years in private practice. During this time, she gained extensive hands-on experience assessing and treating a broad range of injuries, impairments, and conditions. She also worked with athletes at Mount Saint Vincent University and provided sports coverage for the Atlantic Collegiate Athletic Association (ACAA).

With advanced training in manual therapy, neurorehabilitation, concussion management, and functional dry needling, Lauren employs an evidence-based, person-centered approach. She is dedicated to creating individualized treatment plans to help her clients improve and maintain their quality of life through physiotherapy.

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Ascend Health was founded by Joe Yetman. Joe was born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland. He graduated from Memorial University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours) in 2016. He then went on to pursue a Masters of Science Physiotherapy, from Dalhousie University graduating in 2018.

In addition to being a physiotherapist, Joe is a certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with high performance specialization through the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology, and is one of only a few physiotherapists in Newfoundland with this designation.

Joe’s clinical focus is musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation and concussion management. He is committed to determining the underlying factors to an injury, and applies the most evidence-based patient-centered approach to treatment.

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Steph has a love for helping people which has led her to the career she has today. She graduated the Massage Therapy program at Eastern College in St. John’s in 2015. Since then she has been practicing in a clinical setting and is an active member with the CMTNL and NLMTA.

In 2021, Steph became a Certified Lymphedema Therapist through ILWTI. She is the vice president of the Lymphedema Association of NL and one of very few CLTs in Newfoundland.

Steph’s clinical focus is treating musculoskeletal injuries and lymphedema. Steph utilizes a variety of hands-on massage techniques as well as cupping and instrumented soft tissue mobilization’s during her treatments

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