Alison Beaton (she/her) works with general orthopaedic clients and athletes of all levels to optimize movement in sport and in life. Combining fellowship-level training in manual and manipulative therapy (FCAMPT) with expertise in movement pattern and muscle imbalance retraining, she helps clients achieve rapid, safe, and effective recovery from injury and chronic pain.

Alison’s experience with elite athletes spans over two decades. She currently serves as Integrated Support Team Lead for Surf Canada and is an active provider for Dance NS, Neptune Theatre, and visiting Broadway productions in Halifax. Earlier in her career she worked with Athletics Canada, the Canadian Freestyle Ski Association, and spent four years as Performance Medicine Supervisor with Cirque du Soleil, touring North America, Europe, and South America.

A respected educator and leader within her profession, Alison is an Instructor and Examiner in the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) Program — Canada’s highest level of post-graduate orthopaedic physiotherapy certification — through the CPA Orthopaedic Division. She has taught in the School of Physiotherapy and Department of Anatomy at Dalhousie University, served as Chair of the CPA Orthopaedic Division (2016–2020), and is a member of the NOD Adjunct Education Committee.

Alison holds a Master of Clinical Science in Manipulative Therapy (Western University), her FCAMPT, and a Diploma of Sport Physiotherapy, and graduated from Dalhousie University’s physiotherapy program with distinction.

Outside the clinic, Alison is an avid surfer, runner, and functional fitness enthusiast — and brings the same commitment to movement she asks of her patients. She also loves to travel with her family.

Alison owns and practices at both Scotia Physiotherapy in Halifax and Cole Harbour Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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Alex Campbell PT, BSc Kin

Alex is passionate about helping people get back to doing what they love — and it starts with getting to know each patient and understanding their story.

With a background spanning Kinesiology and Physiotherapy, Alex works across a wide range of presentations: post-operative recovery, stroke rehabilitation, return-to-sport, and repetitive strain management. Whatever brings a patient in, he builds a plan around their specific path.

Alex’s decision to pursue physiotherapy was shaped by his cousin, a respected physiotherapist in PEI whose commitment to accessible, meaningful care left a lasting impression. He showed Alex that rehabilitation should be an empowering experience — not a chore — and that the relationship between patient and clinician matters as much as the treatment itself. That philosophy guides everything Alex does.

He believes clear communication and a collaborative environment make for better outcomes, and isn’t afraid to bring a bit of humour along the way.

As a lifelong guitar player, Alex has a personal appreciation for the physical demands placed on musicians and enjoys helping others manage and prevent the repetitive strain injuries that so often come with the craft. Outside the clinic, you’ll find him on the trails, playing music, or spending time with friends.

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Susan Cook, DOMP, RMT, Pilates

Susan is a former professional dancer who graduated from the Royal Winnipeg Ballet in 1994, and danced as a ballerina in Canada, Scotland and China. Dancers often experience repetitive strain injuries, and this is where Susan’s fascination with wellness and the body began.

During her career as a dancer, Susan experienced several injuries herself including: tendonitis and pain in her ankles, knees, hips, and low-back. One of her most debilitating injuries was a broken fifth metatarsal due to a leap that launched beautifully, but landed badly. Luckily the bone healed and Susan was able to return to dancing en pointe with support from Physiotherapists.

This story of injury and pain is commonplace. It can happen during athletic activity, at work and or anytime throughout life - especially as we age and cease to be physically active. Osteopathy supports healing, resiliency and vitality in the body, so people who have experienced an injury are able to return to the activities they love.

Susan is a member of the Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths (NSAO) and the Massage Therapy Association of Nova Scotia (MTANS). She enjoys helping people prevent disease through moving with greater ease.

Additionally, she is a Stott Pilates Instructor. Pilates enhances core stability and mobility. The mat work and rehab reformer (specialized Pilates equipment) complements Osteopathy, injury prevention and rehabilitation.

Supporting people to be proactive in their health through movement in Nature is essential. Because of this, she volunteers locally with and supports the much-loved sections of the Trans Canada Trail along the Eastern Shore, which is part of the Halifax Active Transportation system.

Susan is also a certified Pilates instructor and offers 1:1 Osteopathy+Pilates sessions at Scotia’s satellite clinic within The Space Pilates & Mindful Movement.

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Meghan Cosman, is passionate about supporting others in achieving their optimal health and well-being through evidence-based, patient-centred care. Her experience is uniquely balanced between the public healthcare system and private practice, having divided her time between hospital-based physiotherapy and clinic settings. This diverse background has equipped her to effectively assess and treat a broad range of conditions, including cardiopulmonary, neurological, and musculoskeletal/orthopeadic concerns.

Her ability to work across multiple domains allows her to bring a holistic and adaptable approach to treatment, ensuring each client receives a personalized and effective care plan.

Outside of practice, Meghan enjoys running, travelling, attending concerts, and unwinding with a good book or her favourite reality TV shows.

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Upon graduating from St. Francis Xavier University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology Dawn moved to Edinburgh, Scotland where she completed a BScPT in 2005. In Scotland, Dawn gained valuable experience in all disciplines of Physiotherapy including Orthopaedics, Neurology and Cardiorespiratory. After returning to Nova Scotia, Dawn focused her career path in the direction of Orthopaedics.

Dawn has extensive post-graduate training in gait analysis, pain management of spinal syndromes, acupuncture, manual therapy and movement systems disorders. She continues to prioritize continuing education, and actively expands her knowledge base, skill set and clinical reasoning to help clients achieve their goals.

Dawn is passionate about helping people struggling with neck pain and headache following motor vehicle collisions, workplace and sporting injuries. Dawn employs manual therapy, individualised exercise prescription, modalities and education to ensure each client achieves their goals and optimizes their function, enabling each individual client to live a happy, healthy and active lifestyle.

Please feel free contact her @ dawn.hanifen@scotiaphysiotherapy.ca with questions.

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Morgan King (She/Her) is a dietitian and her philosophy is to foster healthy relationships between individuals and food that prioritizes health first. Her experience in sport nutrition comes from her working with athletes at the Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, Acadia Sport Nutrition, Dalhousie Football and Various club teams in Nova Scotia. She currently also works at Hearts and Health in Motion through Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Morgan graduated from Acadia University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. She then pursued her Master of Science of Applied Human Nutrition and Dietetic Internship at Mount Saint Vincent University and graduated in 2022.

Morgan’s biggest passions in life are food and physical activity. As a lifelong athlete she is eager to try new sports and activities. As of now, she enjoys rock climbing and hiking. Outside of physical activities she enjoys making baked goods.

Please contact our administrative team @ 902 425 3065 or info@scotiaphysiotherapy.ca to book with Morgan.

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Emma MacKenzie, PT is passionate about improving functional mobility, strength, and quality of life through individualized, evidence-informed treatment plans for her patients. With a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University and a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Kinesiology from the University of New Brunswick, Emma brings a strong foundation in both clinical practice and academics to her work.

Emma has gained hands-on experience with a variety of different patient populations, including orthopaedic, neurological, and cardiorespiratory conditions and injuries. Her experience in various hospitals, private clinics, and specialized rehabilitation centers has equipped her with the skills to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with diverse needs effectively. Her undergraduate experience as a Strength and Conditioning coach with the UNB women’s varsity soccer team also highlights her ability to create meaningful exercise programs to help patients reach their personal fitness and rehabilitation goals.

Outside of work, Emma leads an active lifestyle, enjoying running, spending time at the gym, and attending fitness classes. She also has a passion for travel and loves exploring new restaurants wherever she goes, as well as attending as many concerts and live music events as she can. Emma’s personal and professional interests reflect her dedication to a healthy, balanced lifestyle and enthusiasm for discovering new perspectives and opportunities for growth.

Emma offers in-clinic and one:one gym based physiotherapy. Feel free to contact at emma.mackenzie@scotiaphysiotherapy.ca

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Carolynn MacLennan graduated from the massage therapy program at ICT Northumberland College in 2003 and has received additional training in advanced sports massage and pregnancy massage. She has also received a Bachelors of Science in Human Kinetics degree from St. Francis Xavier University.

Over the past 17 years Carolynn has worked in various clinical settings, including many years at Be Massage Therapy, and has experience treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions including sports related injuries, repetitive strain injuries, postural imbalances and the aches and pains that accompany pregnancy. She provides a deep tissue, specific massage, but believes a relaxing approach is an important element to any massage therapy treatment.

Whether it’s part of a treatment plan for a specific injury, a preventative measure or a stress relief treatment, Carolynn believes that massage therapy is important in maintaining a healthy and happy lifestyle. With her dedication to health and well-being, Carolynn is excited to be a part of the Scotia Physiotherapy team.

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Cheryl MacPhail RMT, BKin (Hons)

Cheryl believes in treating each client as a whole person — creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel comfortable expressing their needs and goals, and receiving care that’s genuinely personalized to them.

Originally from Nova Scotia, Cheryl completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology (Co-operative) with Honours at Memorial University in St. John’s before going on to earn her Diploma of Massage Therapy at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy, also with honours.

Her approach combines relaxation-based techniques with targeted therapeutic treatment, always tailored to the individual. Since graduating, she has expanded her skills with additional training in cupping, gua sha, intraoral TMJ treatment, and external approaches to pelvic pain and dysfunction — and she is committed to continuing that growth so her clients always receive the most effective care available.

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Cynthia Murphy (she/her) joined the Scotia Physiotherapy team in 2012, when she moved to Halifax.

She studied physiotherapy at McGill graduating in 2000 and has since completed several continuing education courses as well as completing her FCAMPT certification in 2017, an internationally recognized certification in manual and manipulative therapy. She enjoys the variety of treating injuries and sports injuries through the whole body, including jaw pain (TMD) and voice issues such as Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD), which she treats in concert with a local voice coach, speech language pathologist and ENT.

Cynthia is passionate about getting people back to activity, encouraging them to stay active and helping them start being active if they are new to working out. She has particular interest in treating knee and lower back pain.

She is active in the community, volunteering as a hockey coach for her boys, and professionally, a past chair of the Nova Scotia Branch of the Orthopaedic Divsion of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

If you would like to book an appointment with Cynthia, please contact reception through the web site or at scotiaphysio@eastlink.ca. You can contact Cynthia with any questions at cynthia.murphy@scotiaphysiotherapy.ca.

Cynthia Murphy has Fridays reserved for new assessments book online @ Book by Practitioner (https://scotiaphysio.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/3) or call 902 425 3065 to enquire about these appointments.

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Danyon (he/him) is a graduate of the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy and a member of MTANS. He is a compassionate Massage Therapist dedicated to inclusive, patient-centered care, meeting each person where they are in their healing journey — recognizing that progress is not always linear.

As a queer clinician, Danyon is committed to providing safe, affirming care for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, having both professional and lived perspective to understanding the barriers many face in healthcare. His goal is to create a space where all patients feel seen, supported, and empowered.

He has experience treating a wide range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal, neurological, and systemic conditions, including anxiety, chronic pain, headaches/migraines, TMJD, IBS, arthritis, diabetes, repetitive strain injuries, postural dysfunctions, fibromyalgia, frozen shoulder, whiplash-associated disorders (WAD), plantar fasciitis, thoracic outlet syndrome, and more. He also welcomes patients seeking rest, relaxation, and stress relief.

Treatment approaches include Cupping massage therapy, Swedish Massage, Myofascial Release, trigger point therapy, passive stretching/ROM, PNF, proprioceptive techniques, and myotonics. He is committed to ongoing education, with plans to pursue training in CranioSacral Therapy, Graston Technique ®, and scar-tissue-focused techniques.

Availability: Sun-Thurs \ Treatment options: 30, 45, 60, 75 & 90 mins \ Booking: (902) 425-3065 or online via Scotia Physio Jane

Feel free to contact Danyon through email by danyonnickersonRMT@gmail.com or via Instagram @Danyon.RMT for any questions.

Outside of clinic, Danyon enjoys walking, going to the gym, playing video games, binging TV shows and spending time with friends, family, and his two cats, Mango and Edgar.

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Robin grew up in Nova Scotia and always knew she wanted a career in health care. After a car accident in 2022, she worked with a physiotherapist to return to her active lifestyle. Experiencing firsthand how physiotherapy can impact a person’s physical and mental well-being inspired her to pursue it as her career.

Robin completed her Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University in 2026. She integrates her personal athletic experience with evidence-based assessment treatment to provide individualized, collaborative, and patient-centred care. She enjoys working with patients of all activity levels and is especially passionate about supporting individuals to maintain their athleticism and stay active throughout pregnancy and postpartum, as well as treating climbing-related injuries and conditions.

Outside of her physiotherapy practice, Robin is an avid rock climber. She enjoys both indoor and outdoor climbing and has travelled nationally and internationally to explore different climbing environments. She is also a coach with a local youth climbing team. Beyond climbing, Robin stays active through running, snowboarding, wakeboarding, hiking, and spending time outdoors.

Post graduate education: - Rock Climbing Special Interest Group - Dry Needling Level 1 Acupuncture Canada

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I’ve been a practicing physiotherapist since 2012 and genuinely love what I do. I value the opportunity to get to know my patients and understand how their pain or limitations are affecting their daily lives—so we can work together toward meaningful, lasting change.

Since joining Scotia Physiotherapy in 2013, I’ve developed a special interest in temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) and have become deeply immersed in this complex and rewarding area of practice. I continue to treat people of all ages for a broad range of neuromusculoskeletal concerns, but TMD remains a strong clinical focus.

I’m passionate about lifelong learning and constantly seek opportunities to refine my skills in a holistic and evidence-informed way. I have pursued mentorship with advanced practitioners and regularly collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including observing jaw-related surgeries in operating rooms, as well as treatments in clinical settings to deepen my understanding of surgical and interdisciplinary care.

I’ve completed extensive continuing education in areas such as manual therapy, pain science, acupuncture and dry needling, movement impairments, concussion management, trauma-informed care, and TMD. I’ve also taught in Dalhousie University’s Gross Anatomy and Musculoskeletal labs, and have been invited to speak to dental professionals, including dentists, and periodontal and dental students, on the role of physiotherapy in managing TMD.

What matters most to me is providing one-on-one care that treats the whole person. I strive to uncover how lifestyle, stress, and broader health influences can shape physical symptoms, and I value the simplicity of physiotherapy techniques applied to the body’s complex systems—much like how the simple act of walking can offer wide-ranging physical and mental benefits.

I look forward to working with you. Feel free to contact me at jennifer.wade@scotiaphysiotherapy.ca with any questions.

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