Tanya Barrett Biography
Tanya Barrett is a registered Physiotherapist and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Tanya graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto after pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at York University.
Tanya has over 20 years of varied clinical experiences including complex Orthopaedics, Neurorehabilitation, and Pediatric rehabilitation. Her first few years were focused on Orthopaedics, and soon after began to focus on Neurorehabilitation, which ultimately became her passion. In 2008-2009 she was a Clinical Instructor at the University of Western Ontario School of Physical Therapy. For the past 20 years Tanya has enjoyed assessing and treating children and adults with varying conditions and disabilities including, acute neurological disorders, cerebral palsy, traumatic orthopaedic injuries, genetic disorders, and other orthopedic/soft tissue injuries.
In 2012, Tanya was hired as the clinical program leader for the Neurodevelopmental Pediatric Physiotherapy Department in the start up phase of Boomerang Health Powered by SickKids. She was a paramount influence in the creation of the physiotherapy department.
In 2016 Tanya decided to leave Boomerang Health to pursue her own goals of owning and managing her own Pediatric Physiotherapy Clinic and opened Just 4 Kids Physio.
Tanya’s passion for her career is evident during all of her treatment sessions and finds treating children and adolescents to be incredibly rewarding. She likes to incorporate a fun, playful atmosphere into her rehabilitation sessions.
When not working, Tanya is a very busy mother of 3 children and her family dog, Diego! She enjoys staying fit by practicing yoga and pilates, working out, hiking, and running after her 3 little kids. Tanya recently published a book, The Infant Mobility Manual. An illustrated guide for clinicians and parents for the promotion of gross motor development. It is available for purchase on Amazon. Tanya is very excited for this new chapter in her career!
SONIA LENA Biography
Sonia Lena is a registered Physiotherapist and is in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Sonia graduated with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Kings College London, UK after pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at York University.
Sonia decided to pursue a career in Physiotherapy after being a patient for many years following knee surgery. She began her work experience as a volunteer and later as a Physiotherapy Assistant in the same Orthopaedic clinic where she was a patient. During this time she was also coaching youth soccer as part of a local club’s technical staff. This is where Sonia developed her passion for working with the pediatric population.
Sonia completed her two years Masters in London, England and therefore had a variety of international clinical experience. As part of her experience she was able to practice with the Neuromuscular Pediatric population at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Upon her return to Canada, Sonia continued her practice as an Orthopaedic Physiotherapist and additionally continued to pursue a career in Pediatric Physiotherapy with Just 4 Kids Physio in 2018.
Sonia is a passionate Physiotherapist and she enjoys all aspects of her career. This is reflected in her therapy sessions where she creates a warm and inviting environment for her patients as she delivers effective treatment. Sonia’s approach to Physiotherapy is primarily centered on current evidence-based treatments, and also include manual techniques, education and especially active play!
In her spare time, Sonia enjoys keeping active by jogging in her neighborhood (run, rain, and snow!) and working out at her local gym. Her interests revolve around sports, soccer in particular, and family and friends. As her own therapy, she spends time painting pictures of the places she has travelled and she hopes to expand her collection!
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We provide both clinic and home therapy visits across the GTA for your convenience.
Clinic is located in Vaughan at Dufferin and Major Mackenzie