ABOUT ARCHSTONE
We are here to support your overall well being, be an advocate, and remain a resource as long as you need.
The Archstone Story
Archstone Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre was founded in 2016 with the purpose of developing a centre of excellence for rehabilitation services.
We have worked hard to build:
A place where patients can find high quality, up to date, evidence based practice from therapists who are dedicated to excellence.
A place where patients engage with therapists who listen, understand, and build relationships founded on rapport and respect.
A place where patients can work with therapists who understand what it’s like to manage health challenges, illness, chronic pain, and difficult diagnoses.
A place where a dedicated team works together to enhance the complete well-being of patients, both physical and mental, from infants to seniors.
FOUNDER AND Clinic DIRECTOR
hi, I’m Frances
We have worked hard to build a team of experienced therapists who have demonstrated leadership and exceptional skill in their chosen areas of practice.
We are looking forward to working with you!
I am so proud of the Archstone team!
PATIENT CARE IS OUR TOP PRIORITY
Our Administrative Team
Sabrina Mason
Mindy Murphy
Janyce Messer
Our Physiotherapists
Frances Roderick, PT
Pelvic Health Rehabilitation
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With a career spanning many years in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, Frances has continually expanded her expertise to make an impact in the field of physiotherapy. Over the past decade, she has focused her clinical practice on pelvic health physiotherapy.
After working in both the public and private healthcare system, Frances founded Archstone Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre in 2016. She has cultivated a thriving, multidisciplinary practice centered in Rothesay, NB focusing on women’s and children’s mental and physical health and rehabilitation. The clinic has become a cornerstone of comprehensive patient care in the Saint John, NB region.
Beyond clinical practice, Frances values educating health professionals and students. She has served as a teaching assistant for Pelvic Health Solutions, the primary Canadian organization training pelvic health rehabilitation professionals. She has spoken to and mentored students from Dalhousie Medicine, the Dalhousie School of Physiotherapy, the UNB School of Nursing, and numerous other professional and community groups. She has served on several boards and committees, including The Canadian Continence Foundation, the College of Physiotherapists of NB, and the NB Association of Physiotherapists.
Frances values treating patients through a holistic, biopsychosocial, trauma-informed lens and has a particular interest in working with patients struggling with pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction. As an athlete, she has competed at elite levels in downhill skiing and field hockey and has become an avid golfer in recent years. As a result, she has completed her TPI certification for golfers and has enjoyed translating this knowledge to golfers with pelvic floor dysfunction and promoting golf for women in NB.
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Pelvic health for women and men, with a special interest in treating pelvic pain, Chronic pain, TPI Golf Assessment.
Vanessa MacDonald, PT
Pelvic Health Rehabilitation
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After earning a Masters in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University and a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of New Brunswick, Vanessa has been in high demand. Valuing her commitment to continued education, Vanessa’s clients know to expect a proactive & evidence-based approach.
As Vanessa’s family grew and she gave birth to two beautiful baby girls she began to focus her continued education towards women’s health. She has a strong interest in treating clients with issues related to incontinence, pelvic pain/pain during intercourse, pregnancy & postpartum.
In her spare time, Vanessa enjoys getting outside with her husband, two girls, and dog Rascal. CrossFit has also been a passion of hers for over 8 years. She knows the importance of an exercise and evidence based approach for the health & physical function of herself & her clients, giving them the tools & motivation to be an active member in their treatment.
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Pelvic health with a special interst in rehabilitation during pregnancyand post partum
Andrea Tilley, PT
Cancer & Lymphedema
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Andrea has spent more than 21 years of her physio career developing and delivering the Edema Care and Cancer Rehabilitation services at St. Joseph’s Hospital. She has extensive training in these areas of expertise. Andrea has helped countless people regain their physical potential during and following their cancer treatment.
Andrea was instrumental in creating and building the successful Stay Strong Cancer Recovery Program with Horizon Health and YMCA of Greater Saint John.
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Lymphedema, Cancer Care, Custom Compression Garment Fitting.
Sue Lawton, PT
Pediatric Rehabilitation
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Since graduating from Dalhousie University in 1992, Sue has gained vast global experience working as a PT in NB, New Zealand, Scotland, Nova Scotia, Alberta, and has now returned to her home province of NB. Sue has a broad range of experience with all ages, across all areas of practice. She has a heart for neurological rehabilitation in adults and children, aquatic and hydrotherapy, and especially for Pediatrics.
Sue has a passion for seeing kids of ALL abilities active in the community. She has training in pediatric vestibular rehabilitation, reflex integration, treatment of toe walking, and kinesiotaping for pediatrics. Sue runs a program called “You Can Ride Two”, designed to help kids with disabilities learn to ride a 2-wheeled bicycle. She loves being part of a multidisciplinary team to help kids and their families soar!
Sue has competitive background in gymnastics, diving, triathlon and Masters Swimming. She is passionate about helping others and exploring the great outdoors with her family and friends.
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Rehabilitation for children and youth, CME Therapy, Teaching kids of all abilities to bike and swim.
Patty Steele, PT
Pediatric Rehabilitation
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Patty is from Quispamsis. She Studied Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University graduating in 1992 and has practiced primarily in the field of paediatrics. Patty made her way to Australia where she completed a Masters of Paediatric Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland followed by a Specialist Certificate in Paediatric Orthopaedic Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne. Patty has most recently completed additional training in the area of pelvic health for children.
Patty has worked in hospitals and in the community delivering care for government and non profit organizations as well as in private practice. She has experience working with children with a number of conditions and concerns including delayed development, cerebral palsy, prematurity, Down syndrome, orthopaedic conditions, alignment issues, foot problems, chronic pain and coordination concerns.
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Rehabilitation for Children and Youth, CME certified, Pelvic Health for children, Serial Casting.
Joanne Black, PT
In Home Rehabilitation
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Joanne graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy.
Joanne worked for many years in the hospital system in various areas including orthopaedics, neurological rehabilitation, and geriatrics, covering both in-patient and out-patient care. Joanne is now bringing this knowledge and experience to the home physiotherapy setting. Outside of physiotherapy, Joanne enjoys gardening, hiking, and she is an avid pickleball player.
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Muscle and Joint Rehabilitation, Post surgery recovery, Fall Prevention.
Lauren Richardson, PT
Pelvic Health, Neuro Rehabilitation
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Lauren graduated from the University of New Brunswick with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She then ventured to Edmonton where she completed her Masters in Physiotherapy. After graduating, she worked in one of the only stand-alone rehab centers in the country, the Glenrose Rehab Hospital in Edmonton. She spent most of her career there working in stroke and brain injury and gained experience in treating other neurological conditions such as MS, Parkinson’s’ and spinal cord injuries.
Lauren has also been working in the private practice setting, starting her career in a women’s health clinic. She has completed postgraduate training in Dry Needling, Visceral Therapy & Women’s Health. Lauren has had a very strong passion for pelvic floor physiotherapy since having her own children and is thrilled to bring her knowledge, experience, and passion to New Brunswick. Lauren is a firm believer that the more women know about their journey in pregnancy and postpartum, the smoother the journey will be.
Lauren has a gift for connecting with her patients and strives to create an environment for her clients to feel heard and validated as they navigate their road to recovery. Her approach to physiotherapy focuses on looking at the patient as a whole to get to the root of the problem and includes the use of manual therapy, patient education, and a strong element of therapeutic exercise. Lauren believes in the importance of understanding your specific goals and tailoring evidence-based treatment.
Beyond physiotherapy, Lauren enjoys spending time with family and friends, being out in nature, downhill and cross-country skiing and exploring the beautiful Atlantic provinces.
Fun fact- a way to Lauren’s heart is through a bag of jube jubes!
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Rehabilitation for Brain and Neurological Injuries, Pelvic Health, Dry Needling.
Megan Kavanaugh, PT
Orthopedic Physiotherapist
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Megan Kavanaugh is a registered Physiotherapist who graduated from Dalhousie University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and continued her education at Dalhousie University to achieve a Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy in 2011. Since her graduation Megan has practiced in a variety of settings including but not limited to private health care, hospital based physiotherapy including acute care and outpatient orthopaedic clinics. Megan brings a multifaceted one on one perspective to treatment with a goal of determining the source of the issue to help her patients restore function and prevent the reoccurrence of injuries.
Megan has continued to expand her knowledge through many continuing education courses such as Acupuncture, Hip Rehabilitation and The Shoulder Complex to name a few. Megan has also obtained multiple teaching certifications including 200 Hour Yoga Teaching Certification as well as Clinical Pilates with a Pelvic Health Perspective.
In her spare time Megan enjoys running, strength training, playing golf, spending time with family and her dog, Luna.
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Acupuncture
Hip Rehabilitation
The Shoulder Complex
Yoga Teaching Certification
Clinical Pilates with Pelvic Health Perspective
Sue Kean, PT
Certified Hand Therapist
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For the past 25 years, Sue has developed her practice in the area of Hand Therapy in both hospital and private settings. In 2002 she achieved her goal of becoming a Certified Hand Therapist. Certified Hand Therapists demonstrate exceptional dedication to their profession, and a desire for advanced competency. Certification is voluntary and difficult to attain and involves meeting rigorous standards - such as 4000 hours of practice, and advanced study and training - to pass the certification exam.
Since then, her post-graduate training has focused on advancing her knowledge of managing conditions and injuries affecting the upper extremity. Her client-centered treatment approach helps provide her patients with the tools to return to daily activities whether that is at work, home or play.
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Hand Therapy, Chronic pain, CRPS
Kirstyn Forgrave, PT
Pelvic Health Rehabilitation
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Kirstyn is a registered physiotherapist who graduated from Dalhousie University with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy. Prior to that, Kirstyn earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology-Psychology from the University of New Brunswick where she developed an understanding of the mind-body connection- an insight that continues to shape her holistic approach to care.
Since graduation, Kirstyn has been passionate about continuing her education and staying current with the latest research with the goal of providing the highest standard of care to her clients. Kirstyn has gained valuable hands-on experience in a hospital setting treating a broad range of conditions including orthopedic, pediatric, and pain conditions.
Kirstyn has a special interest in pelvic floor physiotherapy and is committed to helping clients manage their pelvic pain, incontinence, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery. She is actively pursuing advanced training in this area with plans to expand her expertise to include children’s pelvic floor care soon.
Outside of the clinic, Kirstyn likes to get outside with her dog Tilly, curl up with a book, and work on her painting skills.
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Physiotherapy, Orthopedic Physiotherapy, Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Our Massage Therapists
Sharon Messer
RMT, Registered Acupuncturist (RAc)
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Sharon is a registered massage therapist and acupuncturist with over 17 years of experience. Sharon provides treatment for a variety of conditions and her training in both massage therapy and acupuncture allows her to provide the most effective care for each individual patient, at every visit. Sharon has used acupuncture to treat a variety of women’s health conditions including IVF support, endometriosis and pelvic pain.
Well respected by her peers, Sharon has served on the boards of the NBMA and is currently the bylaws director for the Maritime Association of Registered Acupuncturist.
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Deep tissue massage, Prenatal massage, Acupuncture
Darlene Mapp
RMT
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Darlene has been a Registered Massage Therapist since graduating at the top of her class in 2000. She has worked in many areas from motor vehicle, sport, overuse and work related injuries to providing pregnancy treatments and infant massage instruction. She works with all ages from the very young to the young at heart. In 2004, she began working with breast cancer patients treating them post-surgical for compromised shoulder range of motion as well as scar healing and management. Darlene is also a certified yoga teacher offering a variety of classes, one of them being specifically designed for women with any cancer diagnosis. Collaborating with the Breast Health Program through St. Joseph’s Hospital, together the goal is to provide best practice treatment approaches for optimal outcomes. In 2002, she received her masters certification in myofascial release. She has held a number of positions with the College of Massage Therapists of New Brunswick with the most recent being the Chair of the Complaints Committee. She is also a member of the Grants Committee for the Saint John Community Foundation and has recently been nominated to sit on the Board. Darlene has a genuine passion for giving back to the community through her volunteerism.
Outside of work, Darlene is a fitness enthusiast and can be found at the gym most days of the week. When she is not working out, both she and her husband are chauffeuring, watching and cheering on their 4 kids in soccer, football, as well as in their academic and life endeavours.
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Massage following breast cancer, Prenatal massage, myofascial release and deep tissue massage, yogassage, therapeutic yoga.
Our Mental Health Team
Melissa Heiney, BA, MA, CCC, LCT-C
Licensed Counselling Therapist
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Melissa is a Licensed Counselling Therapist- Candidate with the College of Counselling Therapist of New Brunswick and a Certified Canadian Counsellor.
Melissa offers individual counselling for ages 18-60, couples counselling, and parent counselling. Melissa’s therapeutic approach is rooted in a holistic and strength-based perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, and relational well-being.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, Melissa works collaboratively with clients offering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness for stress, anxiety and anxiety related disorders; depression and mood related disorders; trauma and some trauma related disorders, emotion regulation skills, maternal mental health, and adult ADHD. She also offers Gottman Methods and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples therapy and Attachment Theory and Family Systems Therapy for parent counselling.
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Individual and Couples Therapy, Reproductive and Birth Trauma, ADHD. Women’s Health.
Wendy Larson, OT
Mental Health
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Since earning her Masters in Occupational therapy almost 20 years ago, Wendy has spent much of her time working in the field of mental health.
Wendy has a passion for helping people get back to doing the occupations they need and enjoy doing, whether that is for daily tasks, work, or just for fun. Wendy works with adults who are struggling with mental health challenges, chronic pain, and ADHD.
When not at work, Wendy spends her time walking in the woods, gardening and being outside with her family.
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Mental Health Occupational Therapy, getting people back to what is valued and meaningful to them.
Malorie Dobbin-Scally,
Licensed Counselling Therapist (c)
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Malorie is a Licenced Counselling Therapist - C (LCT-C) and offers clients a genuine, supportive, and collaborative approach to explore emotions in a non-judgmental space. She meets clients where they are while validating and supporting them on their journey to empower and enhance self-compassion, resilience and self-awareness.
Malorie has additional training in perinatal mental health and how to support clients who are experiencing postpartum depression (PPD), postpartum anxiety (PPA), and perinatal grief and loss. Malorie is passionate about reaching mothers who are suffering in silence and provides a safe space to explore guilt, shame, anger, and grief.
Malorie has been in the education system for the past 12 years and will be offering counselling to support children ages 6-18.
Malorie uses an integrative approach tailored to the client's individualized needs, incorporating techniques and interventions from evidence-based practices including Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Focused Therapy (AFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Malorie can support clients who are experiencing:
Stress
Self-Regulation
Burnout
Self-Esteem
Anxiety
Depression
Prenatal and Post-Partum Depression
Prenatal and Post-Partum Anxiety
Perinatal Grief and Loss
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Prenatal and Post-Partum Depression, Prenatal and Post-Partum Anxiety, Perinatal Grief and Loss
Our Speech Therapist
Chrissy Swan, Speech Pathologist
(B.A., M.Sc S-LP)
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Chrissy is a Speech-Language Pathologist with over 15 years experience. She provides assessment and treatment to both children and adults.
She is based primarily at Archstone Physiotherapy and Wellness Centre, a multidisciplinary clinic in Rothesay, New Brunswick, however, she may accommodate students in the private and public school systems, by offering "in-school" appointments on an individual case basis.
Chrissy is a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Speech-Language Pathologists (NBASLPA) and Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Canada (SAC). She obtained a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Dalhousie University in 2004. Before that, she received a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology from the University of New Brunswick in 2000.
Chrissy has had the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings across the country. Her career began as a sole charge clinician in St. Stephen at the Charlotte County Hospital providing services for an array of disorders involving both children and adults on an inpatient and outpatient basis. She subsequently held a position with the Nova Scotia Hearing and Speech Center in Halifax, focusing on pediatrics. She then moved to Vancouver, British Columbia, where she worked in a private clinic seeing a variety of clients, most uniquely those requiring foreign accent modification.
Chrissy looks forward to working with each family and client to ensure that "everyone has a voice."
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Speech Therapy for Children and adults.
Our Registered Dietitian
Sarah O'Hara, RD
Registered Dietitian
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A Registered Dietitian and mom of two, Sarah has over 10 years of experience in reproductive and family health nutrition. Passionate about tasty food, debunking nutrition myths, and finding balance in life, she's an advocate of Health At Every Size, and practices with a weight-inclusive, client-centred compassionate approach.
Sarah aims to provide exceptional nutrition & wellness support to clients and her community, helping families to navigate health and happiness throughout the ups and downs of real life in a judgement-free setting.
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PCOS and reproductive health, Health at Every size, weight inclusive treatment, nutrition for families from infant to adulthood.
We are looking forward to working with you!
We are dedicated to helping you achieve your health goals. Our team is ready to provide expert guidance and compassionate support every step of the way.
Schedule your appointment today and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you!