Meet The Team

Physiotherapist & Owner
MATT GIESBRECHT
If you have spent some time with Matt, you know that he loves all things sports. This is evident in his passion in giving back to the community whether coaching baseball and hockey or volunteering in the capacity as a physiotherapist at sporting events in our area. It should not surprise anyone that one of his most enjoyable places to visit is Target Field! As a physiotherapist, Matt values the relationships he develops with the patients in the clinic and finds reward in helping them find solutions to the physical challenges they encounter.

Physiotherapist
KIM SAWATZKY
When Kim’s children were growing up, she taught Sunday School, volunteered as a parent and physiotherapist at many hockey and figure skating events and for many years was the Vice President of the Morden Figure Skating Club. This passion of helping others is clear in her professional career; Kim enjoys connecting with her patients and getting to know them better. During her physiotherapy career, Kim worked in Vancouver at the Richmond General Hospital and her time there instilled a love for the area. It’s no surprise that her family surfing trip to Tofino, BC is her favorite vacation she’s taken.

Physiotherapist
JACLYN REMPEL
Jackie’s passion for Physiotherapy extends beyond her clinic hours. She is presently co-chairing the Manitoba Physiotherapy Association Communications Committee and has been a past member of the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba Legislative Committee. This time invested in “giving back” to the profession has helped to guide and shape the careers of current and future physiotherapists. Jackie also has a love of travel and seeing new places. One favorite travel destination was the Isle of Skye in Scotland. For Jackie, the most satisfying part of her career is having the opportunity to help people feel better and get them back to doing the things that they love!

Physiotherapist
STACEY BRAUN
Stacey loves to be active! In recent years, she has loved giving back by utilizing her many skills in physiotherapy by volunteering at a variety of different sporting events like the National Women's Under 18 National Hockey Championship and Winkler’s Thanks for Giving Run – to only name a few. Stacey describes that her favorite part about her profession is the continual learning and problem solving! This is evident in her approach seeking a successful solution for the challenges faced by her patients and how she carries out this approach with a heart of compassion.

Athletic Therapist
INDIGO FEHR
Indigo notes that her passion for movement and helping led her to the profession of Athletic Therapy. Indigo finds great enjoyment in educating and empowering her patients to make changes in order for them to live a happier and healthier life. She states that when she sees her patients going back to what they love the most it is the most rewarding part of her job.

Traditional Chinese Medicine - Acupuncture
JIN ZHANG
With a lifelong passion for healing, she grew up planting medicinal herbs and learning Traditional Chinese Medicine from her father before studying both Eastern and Western medicine in China. With nearly 20 years of acupuncture and TCM experience in Canada, she brings together medical knowledge, clinical experience, and a compassionate, personalized approach to care. She helps patients address concerns such as pain, stress, and sleep difficulties, with a focus on restoring balance and supporting overall well-being. A curious lifelong learner, she believes every patient is unique—and that there’s always something new to learn, one treatment at a time! Now practicing in Winnipeg, Winkler, and Morden, she feels grateful to help people feel better, move better, and get back to feeling like themselves.

Massage Therapist
Kayla SCHWANTZ
After graduating in 2020, Kayla has been honing her skills as a registered massage therapist in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Kayla is passionate about working cooperatively with her client to assist with their musculoskeletal conditions. She has even taken advanced training in cupping therapy. In her personal time Kayla enjoys spending time with her 2 children. She also enjoys reading and watching hockey.

Relaxation Massage Therapist
ANA ABELLERA
Ana is currently completing her massage therapy training at Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapies in Winnipeg, she has completed her Basic Relaxation Massage training and Hot Stone Massage certification. She can be found at the Altona location, where she is passionate about helping clients relax, unwind, and feel their best.
Her love for massage started with her own positive experiences and seeing firsthand how much it can help with stress, muscle tension, and overall well-being.
When she is not studying or providing massages, you may find her exploring her other passion: perfume!

Owner & Clinic Manager
LEAH KLASSEN
When Leah moved to Winkler in 2000, she believed volunteering in the community was a great way to help her develop relationships and establish a sense of community. Volunteering in the many activities during school life led to a passion for education. In 2010, Leah was elected to the Board of Trustees for Garden Valley School Division and continues to serve in this role. The most interesting place Leah has visited is the North Warning System (DEW Line) – in the North West Territories When asked what is the most meaningful aspect of her career… she says helping people! Whether it’s patients or team members, Leah wants people to know they are valued.

Administrative Support
ANNIE WALL
Annie will welcome you to our Winkler Clinic with a smile! Her attention to organization and detail in addition to her warm personality keeps our clinic running like clockwork! In her free time, Annie enjoys coaching baseball and volunteering as a Sunday School teacher in her church. A family trip to Mexico tops her list of one of the most interesting places she has visited. She loves meeting new people and that is very evident in how she makes all our patients feel welcome when they walk through the door!

Administrative Support
VIVIAN DUECK
You will see Viv’s welcoming smile as soon as you enter our Altona Clinic. When not keeping our Altona clinic organized and running smoothly, she applies her skill and love for people by volunteering in church as a librarian and in the kitchen ministry. The next time you are in our clinic in Altona, make sure you ask Viv about the Gimli Glider Museum as this tops her list of the most interesting places she has visited! What is her favorite part of the job? Interacting with you!

Administrative Support
NETA COUSINS
Neta is working in our Winkler Clinic! During her off time, she helps out at the farm or enjoys some down time with a good book. Spending time as a family outside is one of her favourite things, either at the dirt track in summer or ice fishing in winter!
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Her favourite part of the job? Helping you!
