Meet the Team

At Transform Rehabilitation Centre, our strength lies in the expertise, compassion, and dedication of our team. Each practitioner brings a unique blend of professional training, real-world experience, and a deep commitment to helping our clients heal, recover, and thrive. Whether you're starting your rehabilitation journey or continuing care, our multidisciplinary team is here to support you every step of the way—with personalized treatment plans, collaborative care, and unwavering support. Get to know the people behind the care who are passionate about making a lasting difference in your life.


  • Registered Massage Therapist

    Ingrid Stenersen is a Registered Massage Therapist with over 20 years of experience, dedicated to providing effective, personalized care. After becoming a Certified Manual Lymph Drainage Therapist in 2001 and graduating from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2002, Ingrid has worked with a wide range of clients--children, adults, athletes, and everyday individuals.

    Ingrid offers therapeutic, deep tissue or relaxation massage, tailoring each treatment to suit the individuals needs and preferences. With a thoughtful, client-centred approach, you will feel support in your recovery, pain reduction, and lasting feeling of well-being!


  • Clinical Counsellor - Health/Performance

    Dr. Pinel is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (BC Association of Clinical Counsellors), has a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology, and is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (Canadian Sport Psychology Association & Association for Applied Sport Psychology).

    Dr. Pinel has extensive experience working with clients and corporations in the areas of performance, health, and wellness. Specifically, Dr. Pinel’s expertise include mental performance enhancement for sport / recreation / active living / work / school, health and injury management and return to function, career planning & transition, team / workplace dynamics, self-esteem & confidence, stress & anxiety management, and sleep management.

    From a hockey perspective, Dr. Pinel has worked with teams and players at all levels, including the NHL, Hockey Canada, NCAA, Major Jr, Jr A, Jr. B, and elite academy / representative. Further, Dr. Pinel has worked across many high-performance sports including professional sport, Olympic & Paralympic, National, Provincial, and local. He has been a member of Team Canada at the Olympics, Paralympics, Pan American Games, Commonwealth Games, World Cups, World Championships, and other major international sporting events.


  • Kinesiologist/Athletic Therapist

    Graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic and Exercise Therapy, Jordan is a Certified Athletic Therapist and Practicing Kinesiologist. Her main focuses in the clinic are helping clients understand their injuries and collaboratively working with clients to get them back to their activities.

    Growing up in Victoria, Jordan did competitive gymnastics and spent lots of time in the outdoors, skiing, hiking, and biking. Through sports, she experienced how an injury can be overwhelming and that the right team for rehabilitation can show you injury is not something to be tackled alone. Athletic Therapists assess and treat musculoskeletal injuries, (acute and chronic) to determine the best rehabilitation plan. Through manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation techniques, Jordan looks at how to best manage the current injury and prevent recurring injuries.


  • Athletic Therapist

    Jake Willhelm holds a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic & Exercise Therapy from Camosun College. He’s passionate about helping people recover from injury and get back to what they love. Currently working as an Athletic Therapist with the Victoria Shamrocks and the Victoria Grizzlies, Jake brings a strong focus on manual therapy and exercise-based rehab. We’re excited to welcome him to the team at Transform Rehabilitation Centre!


  • Registered Massage Therapist

    Jordan graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in 2020 and has been practicing in Victoria ever since. She cites her time working with Rugby Canada and the Vancouver Canucks training camp as the biggest highlights of her massage therapy education. Prior to her RMT career, she received a degree in sports management from Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops. Growing up in the Okanagan, Jordan played every sport she could get her hands on but developed a special love for hockey, soccer and snowboarding. As an RMT, she loves working with young athletes as well as active people of all ages, believing that you're never too old to play. Jordan's philosophy is treating the person first and the condition second, noting that treatment will look different for everyone and tailoring each visit to the patient's needs that day. She has a keen interest in treating post-surgical patients, chronic and acute musculoskeletal injuries, as well as preventative injury maintenance. In treatment she uses a variety of modalities including trigger point therapy, active and passive release techniques, myofascial release, joint mobilization and deep tissue massage, looking to strike a balance between therapeutic and restorative.


  • Chiropractor

    Raised in Victoria, Dr. Stefanie Yao has a deep connection to her community and a passion for helping its members achieve optimal health. After graduating from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, she returned home to practice chiropractic. Dr. Stefanie offers comprehensive and personalized care for a wide range of musculoskeletal issues, drawing from various techniques including chiropractic adjustments and soft-tissue release techniques. Her commitment extends beyond the clinic, demonstrated by her previous involvement with the Saanich Parks, Trails, and Recreation committee and her ongoing contribution as a Canadian National Chiropractic Board Examiner. Outside of her practice, Dr. Stefanie enjoys giving back through volunteering with local sports teams and can often be found on the pickleball court.


  • Kinesiologist

    Celia was born in Spain but grew up on Salt Spring Island, BC. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at Western University where she developed a strong foundation in human movement, rehabilitation, and performance. Throughout her studies, she worked with rugby, lacrosse, and wrestling teams, gaining hands-on experience in athletic care, injury prevention and movement analysis. She also volunteered as a physiotherapy assistant with many professional teams, which further shaped her interest in bridging clinical rehab with on-field performance.

    After graduating, she moved to Madrid to pursue a Master’s in Sports Science. Living and studying abroad has expanded both her clinical perspective and cultural understanding of health and movement. She focuses on building strong therapeutic relationships and creating practical, personalized plans that help people move better and feel stronger in their daily lives.

    Outside of clinical work she stays active through strength training, walking her Australian shepherd, and exploring new places. Whether working with athletes or individuals looking to reconnect with movement, she aims to support people in building confidence, resilience, and long-term health.


  • Nutritionist

    Bio coming soon…