Lavanya Amirthalingam completed her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 2020 at the University of Western Ontario and her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Co-op at the University of Waterloo in 2018. Lavanya is fascinated by the resiliency of the human body and is dedicated to approaching care through a holistic lens. She has a passion for pelvic health and is committed to providing her patients with the right tools to help regain control of their body and improve their quality of life.

Lavanya utilizes education, individualized exercise programs and manual therapy techniques including cupping, joint mobilizations, myofascial release and kinesio-taping to help restore optimal function and prevent re-injury. She has taken the manual orthopedic course level 1 as well as the level 1 & 2 pelvic health courses.

Outside of work, Lavanya loves to travel as she enjoys experiencing the beauty of different cultures and food, spending time with her friends and family, working out and trying new recipes.

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Deanna (Dee) Kennedy is a Registered Nurse, Lactation Counsellor, Infant Sleep Specialist, and Mama Coach. Deanna is passionate about helping families feel supported, confident, and empowered throughout their parenting journey. She specializes in infant feeding and sleep, offering compassionate, evidence-informed support that meets families exactly where they’re at. Whether you’re navigating breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, or sleep challenges like short naps and frequent night wakings—Deanna will help you feel heard and guide you toward realistic, responsive solutions. Her goal is to take the overwhelm out of early parenting and help you find calm amidst the chaos.

Deanna (Dee) Kennedy is a Registered Nurse, Lactation Counsellor, Infant Sleep Specialist, and Ma... Read More

With nearly two decades of experience and a deep passion for helping people feel at home in their bodies, Amanda Mallette is one of Whitby’s most trusted pelvic health physiotherapists. Her approach blends compassion with clinical excellence—and her long waitlist and loyal patient base speak for themselves.

Amanda holds a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Toronto (2007), as well as an Honours Bachelor of Science degree. She has completed extensive post-graduate training in orthopaedics, manual therapy, oncology, and advanced pelvic health physiotherapy—including care across the full gender and age spectrum.

Amanda works with women, men, and children experiencing pelvic health challenges, and she brings a unique understanding to her work through both personal and clinical experience with fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and miscarriage. As a mother of two, she understands how deeply personal this care can be—and she’s passionate about empowering her patients with knowledge, empathy, and hands-on support.

Whether you’re navigating pelvic pain, incontinence, postpartum recovery, or something more complex, Amanda is committed to helping you take meaningful steps toward lasting wellness.

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Kajal studied Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Gujarat University, India in 2016. She completed her internship from Civil Hospital, India where she gained experience working with Orthopedic, Neuro, Cardiac and Pediatric patients.

She moved to Canada in 2018 and did an Occupational Health and Safety Management program for 2 years. She completed her written PT license exam in 2019 and started working in the Physiotherapy field.

With a deep commitment to continuous learning and a passion for enhancing patient care, Kajal is a dedicated Registered Physiotherapist with training in Acupuncture (introductory course), Pelvic floor therapy (level-2), Anatomy trains, Rapid Neuro reset, Mulligan mobilization(upper body), Kajal brings lots of knowledge and innovative techniques to her practice. Her journey in physiotherapy is driven by a genuine love for helping patients achieve their optimal health and wellbeing.

Outside of the clinic, Kajal is a mom to her wonderful little daughter, and cherishes time spent with family and friends. She finds joy in nature through activities like hiking and kayaking, balancing her professional dedication with a fulfilling personal life.

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Ana Whelan received her Bachelor of Physical and Health Education from Queen’s University in 1994 and her Bachelor of Education from Ottawa University in 1995. After teaching for the Toronto District School Board for 3 years, she decided to pursue her passion for Physiotherapy. In 2000, she graduated from McMaster University’s Physiotherapy program.

Over the past 19 years, Ana has completed her advanced manual physiotherapy orthopaedic courses Level I-III and employs a hands-on, manual therapy approach with her patients. She has taken many continuing education courses over the years including acupuncture, manual lymph drainage, prevention of running injuries, osteoporosis treatment and prevention, and most recently courses in pelvic health physiotherapy.

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I have been involved in physical fitness and strength training from an early age and gravitated towards studying Physiotherapy at Queen’s University.

I have completed post graduate training in Manual Therapy in the Orthopedic Syllabus of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and was blessed to participate in many training and educational opportunities from some of the best minds in our profession.

I have been involved in resistance training for 40 years with a long history of designing and implementing goal directed exercise plans.

I have competed in Paddling events in Dragon Boat and Outrigger Canoe and still enjoy canoe paddling today.

I am pleased to serve the physical health needs of the good people of the Durham region since 1994 and can be found currently practicing outpatient physiotherapy at Durham Pelvic Health in Whitby, Ontario and Newcastle Village Physiotherapy.

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Iman completed her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto and her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo. She believes in continuing education and has also completed postgraduate Level 1 & 2 pelvic health courses. Through her educational journey and clinical experience, she has built a strong foundation in human anatomy and physiology, allowing her to effectively treat various pelvic health conditions, symptoms, and musculoskeletal injuries.

Iman takes a patient-centered, evidence-based approach, integrating education, hands-on therapy, and exercise to support your recovery and goals. Beyond clinical practice, Iman is deeply committed to the advancement and growth of her community. She is passionate about advocating for equitable access to healthcare among underserved groups and actively supports initiatives that align with these values.

Iman is dedicated to lifelong learning and continually expanding her skill set to better serve her patients. In her free time, Iman enjoys biking, playing pickleball, rock climbing, and watching professional soccer

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