Our Testimonials

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Testimonials

Kind Words from our families

“Chelsea has been an incredible physiotherapist for our daughter, Neema. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly connect with Neema, understanding when to make sessions playful and when to challenge her to reach new milestones. Thanks to Chelsea’s patience, skill, and warm approach, Neema has gained so much strength and confidence – but most importantly, she now enjoys physio! There was a time when she would cry and disengage, but now, physio has become one of the best parts of her day (second only to school!). We are so grateful for Chelsea’s dedication and the joy she has brought to Neema’s journey.”

5/5

E.M.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

“Chelsea was Lucy’s physiotherapist for 12 months. Lucy has Rett Syndrome and as part of her condition has a fear of movement. Chelsea worked on developing a trusting relationship with Lucy so that Lucy knew she could trust Chelsea during their sessions together. She is a one in a million therapist and anyone who works with Chelsea is very lucky.”

5/5

K.C.

Gold Coast, Australia

“We feel incredibly fortunate to have met Chelsea. She is an absolute pleasure to work with, and her dedication and motivation shine through in everything she does. Chelsea has a remarkable ability to meet each child where they are and support them in reaching their full potential. We deeply appreciate her extensive knowledge and her constant eagerness to learn and explore new strategies to help the kids succeed. Her passion for their growth is truly inspiring.” 

5/5

M.P.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

“We just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the love, care and time you have given to our daughter. From the time she started with you to where she is now, we have seen massive improvements. The person you are really reflects on the work you do and it really shows you love doing what you do. You have left us as a family with life long memories.”

5/5

K.V.

Gold Coast, Australia

“We are very excited that Chelsea has opened her practice in BC and grateful for the amazing work she does with our daughter! She is a highly skilled therapist and in just a few months, my daughter has already made huge progress with walking. DMI is the only method that works for us. Chelsea is committed to learning to make the biggest impact in the lives of her clients. It is remarkable that she went all the way to Australia to learn DMI at a leading local clinic over there! Moreover, she then spent time in Ontario at the original SMILE clinic to learn from the DMI co-founder!!!

5/5

r.B.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

“I didn’t truly believe in physical therapy until we started working with Chelsea. We had tried several practitioners in the past, but none of them were able to deliver the results that she has. She has an exceptional understanding of the DMI approach (Dynamic Movement Intervention), and it has been a game changer. In less than six months, my daughter went from taking a single independent step to taking over 40 steps. The progress we’ve witnessed has been nothing short of remarkable, and I’m incredibly grateful for Chelsea and her expertise. She has made a profound, lasting impact on my daughter’s life.”

5/5

M.Z.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

” I was so excited when I heard there was finally a DMI practitioner in Vancouver, and working with Chelsea has far exceeded my expectations! My daughter sees her weekly and we’ve also done an intensive with her. Chelsea is incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, striking the perfect balance between encouragement and challenge to help my daughter progress. Beyond her expertise, she understands my daughter’s unique struggles and tailors each session to her needs. She has also built such a sweet relationship with my daughter, even singing her favourite songs to keep her motivated and comfortable. It is clear in every interaction with Chelsea that she is deeply passionate about DMI and dedicated to making it more accessible for families. I’m so grateful for her care and expertise and could not recommend her enough!

5/5

J.G.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

“Chelsea is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to DMI therapy. Our daughter, who has cerebral palsy, recently experienced a setback—and within just three sessions, Chelsea had her not only walking again but moving with more confidence than ever before.
Beyond her professional expertise, what truly sets Chelsea apart is how seamlessly she fits into your family dynamic. She makes everyone feel safe, welcome, and truly heard. It’s not just therapy—it’s a whole-family experience.
I would wholeheartedly recommend Chelsea and DMI therapy to any family navigating challenges with movement. Invest the time—it will be so worth it for your entire family.
Congratulations, Chelsea, on opening such an incredible business. The impact you’re making is nothing short of life-changing.”

5/5

B.A.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

“Chelsea has been a true partner in my daughter’s progress. She has deep knowledge of DMI and works with her with compassion, patience, and creativity. We’ve seen remarkable improvements in strength, balance, and confidence. We’re so thankful to have found someone who truly understands and believes in our daughter’s potential.”

5/5

N.M.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

“We feel so fortunate to have been working with Chelsea over the last four months. Our 1.5 year old son Aaron was diagnosed with CP and has delayed motor functions in his legs. Chelsea has done an amazing job to help Aaron to build his core strength and neuroplasticity through a series of repetitive and complex DMI exercises. Not only is she a skilled specialist with DMI but she is also so friendly and great with our son, who loves to see her every session!”

5/5

M.H.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

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