Welcome to Vitality, where we provide an elevated experience to all our valued clients! By booking online, you agree to our 24 business hour notice cancellation policy. Please be advised that missed appointments without notice (no-shows) will incur a 100% session fee charge. We are a community, a team, a family. We are so grateful for your trust in us and we look forward to seeing you all in the clinic. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment please call our clinic. Thank you for your valued trust in us.

Physiotherapy

Vitality’s Physiotherapists are movement experts that use hands-on techniques and corrective exercises with an approach that is backed by science. The Physiotherapists carry out thorough assessments that will help identify the root cause of your injury and develop a comprehensive rehabilitation to achieve your goals. The evidence-based treatment approach will help reduce your pain, improve your... Read More

Vitality’s Physiotherapists are movement experts that use hands-on techniques and corrective exercises with an approach that is backed by science. The Physiotherapists carry out thorough assessments that will help identify the root cause of your injury and develop a comprehensive rehabilitation to achieve your goals. The evidence-based treatment approach will help reduce your pain, improve your movement, align your posture, and build your strength. All assessments and treatments are provided in private rooms, with one-to-one care.


Chiropractic

Our Vitality Chiropractors are dedicated to helping you move better and accelerate your recovery through individualized care. We offer comprehensive body assessments and treatments and offer a step-by-step recovery plan that is customized to you and your needs and goals. Treatments include manipulation, mobilizations, specialized soft tissue therapy, neurofunctional acupucnture, and shockwave t... Read More

Our Vitality Chiropractors are dedicated to helping you move better and accelerate your recovery through individualized care. We offer comprehensive body assessments and treatments and offer a step-by-step recovery plan that is customized to you and your needs and goals. Treatments include manipulation, mobilizations, specialized soft tissue therapy, neurofunctional acupucnture, and shockwave therapy. Our Chiropractor treats not only the spine but shoulder, elbow, and wrist injuries, hip, and knee injuries, vertigo, and headaches, and treats women's health.

All assessments and treatments are carried out in private rooms.


Massage Therapy

At Vitality, our therapists’ goal is to help you feel and move better. Our hands-on techniques and approaches are backed by science which will help reduce your pain, decrease your tension and prepare your body for everyday stresses. Our Vitality Registered Massage Therapists are highly trained and will assess you to provide individualized care as part of a rehabilitation or maintenance plan to ... Read More

At Vitality, our therapists’ goal is to help you feel and move better. Our hands-on techniques and approaches are backed by science which will help reduce your pain, decrease your tension and prepare your body for everyday stresses. Our Vitality Registered Massage Therapists are highly trained and will assess you to provide individualized care as part of a rehabilitation or maintenance plan to achieve your goals.


Psychotherapy / Mental Health

Vitality Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre offers Psychotherapy and Counselling Services as part of a clinical practice that offers assessment and treatment services to adults. Services are tailored to each client’s unique needs and range from support for everyday issues to treatment for more significant difficulties. Our Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) has extensive experience in co... Read More

Vitality Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre offers Psychotherapy and Counselling Services as part of a clinical practice that offers assessment and treatment services to adults. Services are tailored to each client’s unique needs and range from support for everyday issues to treatment for more significant difficulties.

Our Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) has extensive experience in cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) treatments, acceptance and commitment therapy, emotion-focused therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and motivational interviewing for a wide variety of issues. Our clinician has additional training in acceptance-oriented treatment approaches. Our psychotherapist is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).

CBT is a scientifically validated treatment that has been shown to lead to improved coping skills for a number of different types of challenges. Our primary goal is to help clients achieve personal goals and become more confident in managing their unique areas of difficulty. Counseling is provided in a fully confidential, supportive, and professional environment.

We maintain professional relationships and work collaboratively with Family Physicians, Psychiatrists, Schools, Educational Consultants, Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Specialists, and Physiotherapists. We accept direct referrals from lawyers, motor vehicle insurance, and disability insurers.

Please contact us if you have any questions not addressed on this website, to further discuss whether our treatments and services are relevant to your specific situation, or to arrange a free 15-minute discovery session with our Psychotherapist. We look forward to the opportunity to assist you and/or your loved ones.

At Vitality, we provide treatment for issues including:

* Addiction
* Anger Management
* Anxiety
* Career Counseling
* Chronic Illness and Pain (including diabetes, cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and other autoimmune challenges)
* Depression
* Domestic Violence
* Eating Disorder
* Grief
* Hoarding
* Multicultural Counseling
* Trauma
* Relationship Difficulties
* Self Esteem
* Sexual Abuse
* Sexual Difficulties
* Women’s Health

We use therapy approaches including:

-CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
-ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
-DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
-Emotion-Focused Therapy
-Mindfulness Modalities
-Motivational interviewing
-Supportive Counselling


Pediatric Physiotherapy

At Vitality Physio, we believe that every child's journey to wellness should be filled with joy, laughter, and a dash of excitement! Pediatric Physiotherapy is specially designed to ensure your little ones feel comfortable, engaged, and motivated throughout their healing process. Our pediatric and neuro physiotherapist is passionate, experienced, and dedicated to providing top-notch care fo... Read More

At Vitality Physio, we believe that every child's journey to wellness should be filled with joy, laughter, and a dash of excitement! Pediatric Physiotherapy is specially designed to ensure your little ones feel comfortable, engaged, and motivated throughout their healing process.

Our pediatric and neuro physiotherapist is passionate, experienced, and dedicated to providing top-notch care for children of all ages. Our pediatric mission is simple yet powerful: to help your child thrive, one happy step at a time!

Our service is specialized and possesses a deep understanding of children's unique needs, ensuring tailored treatment plans that address specific challenges with precision and care. Interactive Sessions: Say goodbye to boring therapy sessions! We incorporate interactive games, playful exercises, and creative activities that keep your child engaged and looking forward to each session.


Neurological Physiotherapy

We’re not your typical wellness clinic. Vitality is a wellness centre with a track record for helping clients reach their wellness goals and change their lives. Vitality’s Neurological in-home physiotherapy covers Kemptville, Barrhaven, Riverside South, Findlay Creek and surrounding areas. Our Intuitive therapy is designed to change the way you experience neurological physiotherapy by helping y... Read More

We’re not your typical wellness clinic. Vitality is a wellness centre with a track record for helping clients reach their wellness goals and change their lives. Vitality’s Neurological in-home physiotherapy covers Kemptville, Barrhaven, Riverside South, Findlay Creek and surrounding areas. Our Intuitive therapy is designed to change the way you experience neurological physiotherapy by helping you feel better, and rewire the recovering brain and nervous system.

Neurological physiotherapy treats patients with neurological conditions. These conditions lead to functional and movement disorders which are impairments that affect the nervous system, brain, and spinal cord. Our neurological physiotherapist allows patients to take action in their own recovery and uses hands-on therapy, activities, and exercises to help stimulate the nervous system.

Neurological conditions we treat include:
*Parkinson’s Disease
*Stroke
*Multiple Sclerosis
*Spinal Cord Injury
*ALS
*Acquired Brain Injury
*Ataxia
*Cerebral palsy
*Guillain-Barre Syndrome
*Balance/Dizziness/Vestibular
*Multi-System Atrophy
*Peripheral Neuropathy

¡Hola! I’m Angie Antolinez, originally from the vibrant city of Bogotá, Colombia. In 2020, I earned my degree in physiotherapy, driven by a deep-seated passion for helping individuals achieve their utmost potential.Following my graduation, I ventured to Canada to pursue a research internship at The Royal Mental Health Hospital in Ottawa, where I gained invaluable insights into the connection between mind and body. In 2022, I embarked on a Masters degree journey in Kinesiology at Memorial University of Newfoundland, furthering my expertise and understanding in the field. My professional journey is marked by a profound interest in neurological conditions, exercise based interventions and research, and I am deeply committed to exploring innovative approaches to rehabilitation. Beyond the clinic walls, you’ll find me indulging in my passions for dance and exercise, and cherishing moments with loved ones.

¡Hola! I’m Angie Antolinez, originally from the vibrant city of Bogotá, Colombia. In 2020, I earn... Read More

Dr. Laura Custode is passionate about helping people and believes that empowering her patients to understand their bodies and health is the foundation of lifelong wellness. 

Dr. Custode graduated with First Class standing from Brock University in 2014 with an Honours Bachelor degree in Kinesiology. She went on to graduate from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, and also became certified in Functional Integrated Acupuncture in 2018. She provided care to the Niagara Region until relocating to Ottawa in 2022.

When she isn’t at the clinic, Dr. Custode can be found experimenting with new recipes, practicing yoga, cycling on the Chief Commanda Bridge, looking for new podcasts and spending time with her family and cat, Phoebe. 

Dr. Laura Custode is passionate about helping people and believes that empowering her patients to... Read More

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Taryn is a graduate of Massage Therapy from Algonquin College. Her goal as a RMT is to use her extensive knowledge of human anatomy and hands on skills to aid each client in their journey to a pain free lifestyle. As an avid long-distance runner and competitive soccer player, Taryn has a very personal understanding of the demands sport has on the human body. Taryn’s treatments consist of deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, releasing myofascial tension and joint mobilizations. Educating each client on the rehabilitation and recovery process is a very important element to her massage therapy treatments. She is very dedicated and passionate about helping each client reach their optimum physical and mental health potential. Realizing that she can connect and make a positive change in other peoples day to day lives through massage therapy is when she really knew that this was the career for her. There is truly nothing more rewarding!

NOT ACCEPTING ANY NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Taryn is a graduate of Massage Therapy from Algonqui... Read More

Benjamin completed his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics followed by a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Ottawa.

Having played competitive hockey and lacrosse in his youth, Benjamin was able to experience first-hand the benefits of physiotherapy in overcoming sports related injuries. Benjamin’s interest in posture and movement impairments sparked his interest for becoming a physiotherapist.

His evidence-based approach to care is founded on education, exercise, and manual therapy. He strongly believes in the therapeutic benefits of exercise and aims to provide a movement-based approach to rehabilitation, by creating individualized treatment plans with meaningful goals for his patients.

In his spare time Benjamin enjoys strength training, bouldering, swimming, hockey, and golf.

Benjamin completed his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics followed by a Master’s degree in Ph... Read More

Arman graduated from the Master of Science in Physical Therapy program at the University of Toronto, where he received the Ontario Graduate Scholarship in recognition of his academic excellence. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor Degree with specialization in Human Kinetics, graduating with honours from the University of Ottawa where he also was a member of the GeeGees Men’s soccer team. Arman holds a strong interest in treating orthopaedic injuries relating to both sport and daily life. To better serve his clients and the community, he has sought further education through the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Physiotherapy Program, and has completed his level 3 certifications. He has also taken courses in running evaluation and treatment through the RunningClinic, and is able to treat vestibular disorders and vertigo. He emphasizes a tailored treatment approach by listening empathetically in order to understand each client’s unique goals. Arman’s treatments consist of a combination of manual therapy and manipulation techniques, functional dry needling (and soon IMS), individualized exercise prescription, and education to help clients return to participating in the activities that are most meaningful to them. Having grown up in Ottawa as an active member in the local soccer community, Arman acted as a team coach during his Bachelor Degree where he helped support the development of various local youth players. More recently, he has worked with local soccer clubs and the Ontario Soccer Association providing on-field coverage for Provincial Level games, and in 2021 he worked as a physiotherapist for the Atletico Ottawa soccer team, helping the team stay game-ready during their season. In his spare time, Arman enjoys spending time outdoors, working out regularly, listening to music and audiobooks, and playing soccer among other sports. He is here to serve you in both English and French!

Arman graduated from the Master of Science in Physical Therapy program at the University of Toron... Read More

Ryan is a registered massage therapist (RMT) with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Science from Munster Technological University. She uses a wide variety of techniques, pressures, and exercises to help reach client goals.

Passionate about fitness and pain free movement. Ryan enjoys reading, yoga, pilates, hockey & soccer. Connect with her on Instagram @_rmt_ryan for news & updates!

Ryan is a registered massage therapist (RMT) with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Exercise Sc... Read More

Marcus is a graduate from Queen’s University, earning a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Physical and Health Education. He then received his massage therapy diploma from Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy.

With a lifelong interest in physical activity, Marcus has experienced and competed in many sports throughout his schooling career. He eventually put his focus into coaching and competing in the sport of weightlifting and CrossFit.

Marcus believes in working with the patient to achieve their specific goal which is reflected by his very active and movement based soft-tissue manual techniques. He takes particular interest in improving soft tissue capacity and range of motion to better suit the patients’ everyday demands. His treatment style incorporates Swedish massage techniques, specific deep tissue massages, trigger point techniques, lymphatic drainage work, cupping modality, graston/scraping techniques and is well versed in pre/postnatal treatments. His large skill set allows for a broad range of treatment whether the aim is to relieve stress, alleviate or eliminate pain, improve quality of life or manage chronic conditions. Marcus is also a firm believer in patient education, so they can better understand and manage their symptoms on their journey back to independence. Whether it is a therapeutic, relaxation massage or a deep tissue massage, Marcus is well versed in the techniques appropriate for the situation!

In his spare time, Marcus keeps up with his training regiment and enjoys reading, stretching, spikeball, basketball and podcasts/audiobooks.

Marcus is a graduate from Queen’s University, earning a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Physical... Read More

Raphael was inspired to become a physiotherapist at a very young age. He received his Masters in Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa after completing his Bachelors in Human Kinetics there as well. Raphael is fluent in French and English and will be happy to work with you in the language of your choice. Raphael has participated in a wide variety of sports including hockey, baseball, volleyball and badminton. His experience in sports sparked his interest with the human body and its awesome ability to adapt. Raphael’s goal is to help you appreciate the resiliency of your body while empowering you with tools and support to live a healthy and active lifestyle. He enjoys having fun while getting to know you. You will work together to build your own, comprehensive treatment plan. Raphael sessions are both individualized and diverse, including a combination of manual therapy, functional exercises and education. Outside the clinic, you can find him on every sports field and exploring new cities while trying out new restaurants. Be sure to hit him up with new sports and your best recommendations during your next session. Au plaisir de travailler avec vous!

Raphael was inspired to become a physiotherapist at a very young age. He received his Masters in ... Read More

With a passion for helping others achieve their health and wellness goals, I am dedicated to contributing to my clients’ well-being. I focus not only on symptom relief but also on empowering my clients through education and personalized care plans.

I’m committed to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in physiotherapy and providing individualized care to all my clients. My goal is to create a supportive and encouraging environment where clients feel motivated to take an active role in their recovery journey.

I am pleased to offer my services in both French and English. Whether you prefer to communicate in one language or the other, I am here to assist you in a way that is most comfortable for you.

In my free time, I enjoy running, playing volleyball, baking, cooking, spending time outdoors, and enjoying moments with friends and family. These activities fuel my commitment to health and wellness both personally and professionally.

I look forward to working with you to help you achieve optimal movement and function!

With a passion for helping others achieve their health and wellness goals, I am dedicated to cont... Read More

As a former competitive swimmer - and now taking passion in coaching younger swimmers - I’ve learned the importance of taking care of my body.

In my spare time, you can find me at the pool, out on the boat surfing, or paddling. In the summer, I volunteer with a local organization that allows people with disabilities, and of all ages, to waterski.

I’ve had the opportunity to treat a wide range of people - including high performance athletes, weekend warriors and people with disabilities. My treatments will consist of a thorough assessment, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, acupuncture, remedial exercises, and education to help you better understand your body. I want to help you reach your goals and get back to the things that you want to do!

As a former competitive swimmer - and now taking passion in coaching younger swimmers - I’ve lear... Read More

Amara is an experienced neurological physiotherapist with advanced training in neurological rehabilitation.

Neurological conditions she has treated include:

Parkinson’s Disease Stroke MS Spinal Cord Injury ALS Ataxia And More

She has experience with working with different populations and the geriatric population.

Training:

Certified LSVT BIG therapist Certified in Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) Specialized workshops in the assessment and treatment of stroke or acquired brain injury.

Fluent in English and French

Amara is an experienced neurological physiotherapist with advanced training in neurological rehab... Read More

Sif (She/Her) - She is a BIPOC, Cisgender therapist. She has a background in medicine, having obtained her medical degree in 2016. She practices from a trauma-informed lens with one mission in mind: to support our community through the provision of quality mental health services.

Sif (She/Her) - She is a BIPOC, Cisgender therapist. She has a background in medicine, having ob... Read More

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