Our Team

Although physiotherapists have added to their knowledge and skills through individual course work and  studies since graduating, they all  treat with a focus on manual therapy and exercise and can use acupuncture, kinesio taping, and the TheraLASE.

  Sandra Messenger, Owner & PT

Sandra graduated from Dalhousie University with her BScPT in 1997 and starting working at the clinic immediately afterwards. In 1998, Sandra took over the clinic while continuing to work as a physiotherapist.

Since graduating, Sandra has taken many courses, some of which are auricular acupuncture, scalp acupuncture and Myofasical Release which she greatly enjoys. She is also certified by the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.

When not wearing a "physio" or "manager's" hat, she can be found outside walking, hiking, playing with her family or digging in her garden.

 Michelle Kim, PT

Michelle started her career as a physiotherapist at Bedford-Sackville Physiotherapy Clinic immediately after graduating Dalhousie University in 2001 with her BSc in physiotherapy.

Since graduation Michelle has invested many hours in studying manual therapy, auricular acupuncture and muscle imbalances. She has also been certified by the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute.

When not in the clinic, Michelle enjoys being active with her three children and husband and can always be found laughing and smiling.

Paula Calnen, PT

BScPT, ClMScPT FCAMPT

Paula has been a part of the Bedford-Sackville Physiotherapy Clinic team since graduating from Queen's University with her BScPT in 2002. In 2008, she graduated from Western University with a Clinical Masters in Manual Therapy and Manipulation in Physiotherapy and completed the certification exams to become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Therapists.

Paula has completed courses in auricular acupuncture and has successfully completed her Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute examinations.

Outside of work, she teaches at Dalhousie University in the Physiotherapy Masters program, enjoys running, horseback riding, and spending time with her family.

 Erica Yuzak, PT

Erica graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with her MScPT in 2013 and joined our   team shortly after.  She is passionate about learning, an advocate for healthy living and wellness and enjoys practicing and teaching Yoga. 

  Kathleen O'Reilly, PT

Kathleen joined the Bedford-Sackville Physiotherapy team in 2011 after
working in Guelph Ontario. She graduated from the University of Western Ontario with her BMSc in Medical Biophysics and then graduated from the University of Toronto in 2009 with her MScPT.

Since graduating, Kathleen has taken many courses and has an interest in orthopedics.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors, and reading.

  Leigha MacKay, PT 

We were very excited when Leigha, who used to work with us while in university as a physiotherapy aid, rejoined our team as a physiotherapist in 2014.  She graduated from Dalhousie University in 2013 with her MScPT and has gained experience working in the hospital setting with the cardio-respiratory and orthopeadic departments as well as providing home care physiotherapy.

Rhonda Flemming, RMT  

Rhonda joined our team in 2004 after graduating from the Canadian College of Natural Medicine in 2002 and working in Lower Sackville for two years.

Since graduating, Rhonda has taken many courses such as auricular acupuncture, Kinesio taping, pregnancy massage, Treatment of TMJ, and cupping using both fire and suction.

When she isn't working, you can always find her baking fondant cakes, sweets and also cooking. She enjoys reading, relaxing in the warm weather, and spending time with her fiance and daughter.

Jodi Bowden, RMT

Jodi graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy with high honors in 2007 and immediately after joined our team.

Outside of working, Jodi enjoys gymnastics and spending time with her three children and husband.

Christine Yates, RMT

Christine added her excellent skills and knowledge to our group in 2014. She is a 2004 graduate of ICT Northumberland College and has worked in various clinical settings as well as an instructor at Northumberland College since graduating.

In addition to providing therapeutic massage, Christine is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor and Hot Stone Therapist.

Annette George, RMT 

Annette George graduated from the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy in 2014 and began working with us shortly after that to help us cover maternity leaves.  We were lucky enough to keep her on a permanent basis in 2015.  Her wonderful skills as a therapist and her quiet but bright smiles make her wonderful to work with.  Annette has also studied Reiki and enjoys doing energy work.

 Heather Richard, OT

Heather graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 1997 with her BSc in Occupational Therapy after graduating from Dalhousie University in 1995 with a BSc in Kinesiology.

She has taken many courses since graduating, one of which she has completed is the Progressive Goal Attainment Program, and the certification program for Matheson Functional Capacity Evaluation.

After working all day, Heather enjoys relaxing with a good book and spending time with her family.

  Tina Clarke, Office Manager/Receptionist

Tina became a part of the Bedford-Sackville Physiotherapy Clinic team in 1998. She is responsible for office duties such as billing, booking appointments and can answer any questions you may have.

When not working, Tina enjoys being outdoors with her two children and husband and gardening on warm days.

Tarina Pittman, Receptionist 

Although Tarina Pittman is our newest member of our support team, she brings with her many years of experience in providing excellent customer care and office management. 

Jackie Hayes, Physiotherapy Aide

Jackie completed her Physiotherpay Aide course at the Stratford Career College in 2005 and became apart of our dynamic team. She is responsible for making the patients feel comfortable and keeping the clinic in order.

When not working, Jackie enjoys spending time outdoors with her boyfriend and relaxing. She can also always been seen walking everywhere and anywhere in Sackville.