Meet the Team
Who We Are
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Rabia Mirza
Pelvic Health & Orthopedic Physiotherapist
Rabia co-founded Mississauga Pelvic Health after experiencing how under-serviced and under-recognized women’s pelvic health is. Throughout her years as a personal trainer and physiotherapist her goal has been to educate and empower her clients and patients to take an active role in their health and rehab journey. Her goal for Mississauga Pelvic Health is to provide her expertise in pelvic health to serve the community but to also advocate for women’s health conditions as a whole.
Rabia began her career as a physiotherapist working with 2 diverse niches: sports physiotherapy and pelvic floor physiotherapy. She has worked with a wide variety of patients from post-partum mommas to CFL football players. Her approach to treatment remains the same, she’s committed to working as a team with her patients to help restore function and thrive in their bodies. Rabia believes that knowledge is power and really focuses on getting her patients to understand their bodies and work together to come up with a plan for rehab.
Rabia specializes in women’s pelvic health, orthopedic & sports physio. She uses a combination of evidence based manual therapy, functional rehab, corrective exercises, acupuncture and patient self-management strategies to help her patients restore function. Rabia Mirza was born and raised in Hamilton and completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at McMaster University. She then worked as a Personal Trainer helping people train for a healthier lifestyle, before finding her passion for Physiotherapy. Rabia completed her Masters of Physiotherapy at McGill University.
Sabrina Ait-Ouali
Pelvic Health & Orthopedic Physiotherapist
Sabrina co-founded Mississauga Pelvic Health in recognition that Pelvic Health wellness and conditions deserve specialized, targeted, and holistic attention. As a Certified Pelvic Health and Orthopedic Physiotherapist, clinic owner, mentor, and mother, she has comprehensive understanding of the level of care required to optimize one’s pelvic health, and has made it her mission to do so for the women, men, and children of the community.
Sabrina began her career as an Orthopedic Physiotherapist, developing her expertise in sports injuries, neurological conditions, trauma-based therapies, pre/post-operative rehabilitation, injury prevention, pediatric physiotherapy, and prenatal/postnatal care. Her work with perinatal women, as well as with individuals suffering from pelvic, hip, and low back injuries, showed her the paramount importance of the pelvic floor, and the value of skilled and focused pelvic health therapy. Her passion quickly grew.
Sabrina specializes in women’s, men’s, and pediatric pelvic health. She utilizes a combination of evidence-based manual therapy, acupuncture, exercise prescription, functional rehabilitation, and self-management educational training to help her clients achieve their goals.
Sabrina obtained a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (Hons.) at the University of Toronto. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelors of Science in Human Kinetics (Hons.) at the University of Ottawa. She speaks French and English fluently.
Please note that Sabrina is accepting patients at the Ottawa location only.
Manisha Hansra
Registered Physiotherapist
Manisha graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Masters in Physical therapy. Over the past year, Manisha has gained experience in both orthopedics and pelvic health.
Manisha discovered her passion for pelvic health during her masters which led her to pursue several courses in pelvic physiotherapy and women’s health. Her training has focused on pelvic pain conditions, chronic pain, and c-section rehabilitation.
Manisha provides a tailored treatment using a holistic and evidence-based approach. She incorporates a range of evidence-based techniques such as manual therapy, exercise, and education to help her clients achieve their goals. Her goal is to empower and educate clients to take control of their health and meet their goals.
When she’s not in the clinic, Manisha enjoys working out, going on walks with her dog Sirius, baking and travelling.
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Andrea Picardo
Dr. Andrea Picardo, ND is passionate about enabling others to reach their full potential and guiding them on their personal health journey. She believes in equipping her patients with the information they need, while empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. She is ready to support her patients every step of the way, assist them with any barriers to health they may have and help them meet their goals and feel heard. Her practice focuses include reproductive and hormonal health, pregnancy support, and pediatric care.
Dr. Andrea obtained her degree from CCNM (the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine) here in Toronto. She completed her internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, where she was chosen for the competitive Pediatric Focus Shift. She also helped provide accessible and affordable naturopathic care to the community at the Sherbourne Community Health Clinic. After graduating, she has been certified as a birth doula by York Regional Doulas and has also been certified to provide facial rejuvenation and cosmetic acupuncture.
Registered Massage Therapist | Qualifying Manual Osteopath
Claren Manzanares
Claren has been an RMT for over six years. She graduated from the Institute of Complementary and Alternative Therapies and is a member of CMTO since 2017. She is passionate about holistic approach to treatment and believes in the natural healing power of the human body. She specializes in myofascial release, trigger point therapy, gentle therapeutic mobilization and craniosacral therapy. Claren is currently studying to be a Manual Osteopath to help her clients optimize their function and reach their goals.
Naila Alyousef
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
After graduating from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor's of Science, Naila went on to obtain her Master's Degree in Physical Therapy in 2019. Naila gained experience as an orthopedic physiotherapist for 3 years until her passion for women's health led her to pursue further training in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy.
Naila uses a comprehensive and holistic approach to treatment, integrating hands-on therapy, client-specific education and an individually tailored exercise program to help client's achieve their goals. She enjoys working closely with client's of all ages and backgrounds to rehab their bodies, regain their function and improve their quality of life.
Naila is a lifelong learner and continues to build on her experience and training with further courses in perinatality, c-section rehabilitation, acupuncture and chronic pain management.
When she's not treating patients, Naila enjoys being outdoors and spending time with her young daughter.
PT, DPT Pelvic Health, Pediatric and Orthopedic Specialist
Arzoo Patel
Arzoo Patel is a highly experienced physiotherapist with over 14 years of clinical practice. After earning her Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2010 from India, Arzoo spent the first five years of her career specializing in pediatric care, where she developed a deep understanding of childhood developmental and orthopedic conditions. Her dedication to professional growth led her to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, which she completed in 2023 at the University of Montana, USA.
Arzoo is committed to delivering patient-centered care and places great emphasis on educating her patients about their conditions and treatment goals. She believes that well-informed patients are key to achieving optimal therapeutic outcomes. Her friendly and approachable nature helps her establish rapport, making patients feel comfortable and supported from the outset. Arzoo specializes in pelvic health, treating a wide range of conditions including pelvic pain, male and female incontinence, pregnancy-related and postpartum conditions, menopause-related issues, and pelvic organ prolapse. She is also trained in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and has significant experience in sports injury rehabilitation and pre- and post-operative care for orthopedic surgeries. In her spare time, Arzoo enjoys reading books and continuously learning new skills
Faiza Mastan
Certified Pelvic Health, Orthopedic, and Sports Physiotherapist
Faiza Mastan is a Certified Physiotherapist specializing in Pelvic Health, Orthopedics, and Sports Physiotherapy. She graduated from MGR University and has over 7 years of experience, working both internationally and in Canada. Faiza began her career as an Orthopedic Physiotherapist, focusing on sports injuries, neurological conditions, trauma-based therapies, pediatric physiotherapy, and prenatal/postnatal care.
Her expertise in women’s pelvic health includes using evidence-based manual therapy, exercise prescriptions, functional rehabilitation, and self-management education to support clients in achieving their health goals.
In her free time, Faiza enjoys spending time with her children and exploring the outdoors through hiking.
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
Faryal Zahir
Faryal graduated from McMaster University with a Masters in Physiotherapy. She is a rostered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with a passion for helping women navigate their health concerns and work towards a path of informed healing and improved quality of life.
Her patient population includes women aiming to progress through a healthy and informed pregnancy, women preparing for labour with goals of reducing risk of tearing and time spent in labour, and those who are postpartum (whether you delivered a few weeks ago or years prior)! She also supports women through their experience of menopause and across the many stages of womanhood.
Faryal firmly believes in prioritising compassion, empathy, and personalised care so she can empower her patients with the knowledge and tools necessary for active participation in their journey towards recovery. With Faryal you can expect to work towards functional pelvic health and rediscover the joy and confidence that comes with it!
Outside of her professional pursuits, Faryal enjoys travelling around the world, being out in nature, experimenting with nutrition, and designing her home.
Dayna Bercovitch
Pelvic Health & Orthopedic Physiotherapist
Dayna is a registered physiotherapist with qualifications and a particular interest in pelvic health physiotherapy. Dayna received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. Dayna has worked with people of all ages in pelvic health, paediatric, neurological, and orthopaedic physiotherapy. She also has experience working with all genders and sexual orientations in her pelvic health practice as well.
Dayna is passionate about empowering her clients to take control of their health and rehabilitation and works with each client to build treatment plans that align with their busy schedules. She combines her clinical expertise with a compassionate approach to provide personalized client-centered physiotherapy services and believes in creating a comfortable and supportive environment where you can feel heard and empowered on your journey to reaching your goals!
Your treatments with Dayna will include education, manual therapy techniques, and exercise-based approaches to guide you on your path to feeling like yourself again.
Registered Massage Therapist
Aksa Pathan
Aksa is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist and a proud mother of two, serving the Mississauga community. Her journey into massage therapy began after experiencing its profound benefits of therapeutic touch during her own postpartum journey. This inspired her to pursue a career in massage therapy to support other women through similar experiences.
Aksa studied at the Royal Canadian College of Massage Therapy and has always been passionate about women’s health. She believes in a holistic approach and the healing power of therapeutic touch. Her dedication and keen determination for learning led her to become a committed professional focused on supporting parents and kids wellness at all stages. Aksa is certified in perinatal and paediatric massage therapy and offers a range of treatments, including Swedish relaxation, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, aromatherapy massages and Indie head massages.
Outside of work, she enjoys cooking delicious meals for her family and staying active & centered with yoga.
Expanding our Team!
At Mississauga Pelvic Health, we are always looking to add health care practitioners to our team! If you are interested in joining the MPH family please email us with your resume at info@mississaugapelvichealth.com
Is Pelvic Health Physiotherapy the treatment I need?
If you are unsure of whether Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy will help with your symptoms and condition, we highly encourage you to contact us for a 15 minute Free Phone Consultation. One of our specialised Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists will discuss your concerns with you, and help you determine whether this is the best course of treatment for you.