Physiotherapy in Riverbend
Meet Our Team
Florence Aung-Collins
Physical Therapist
Florence graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Honours Physiology. Since then, she has pursued various postgraduate courses to enhance her practice. She has completed the Certificate Program in Medical Acupuncture (University of Alberta) and the Level 3 components of the Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic and Manual Manipulative Physiotherapy (Canadian Physiotherapy Association).
Florence has also completed courses in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (The Robin McKenzie Institute Canada), upper quadrant procedures in the Mulligan Concept, and the Sahrmann program of Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement System Impairment Syndromes (Canadian Physiotherapy Association).
Florence has practiced in different clinical settings (work conditioning centre and interdisciplinary team). Her areas of particular interest are acupuncture and chronic pain. In addition, Florence is a valued member of Innovation Physical Therapy’s South Edmonton physiotherapy clinic.
Braden Bilyk
Physical Therapist
Braden graduated from the University of Alberta with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy, a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, and a Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Developmental Biology.
Braden has been part of the Innovation Physical Therapy team in different capacities since 2015 and is excited to return as a physical therapist. He is interested in working with various populations to progress toward their treatment goals. In addition, Braden is eager to expand his practice in manual therapy, dry needling, and concussion rehab.
Outside of work, Braden is a sports enthusiast and enjoys watching and playing various sports, including hockey, volleyball, and golf.
Erica Nordstrom
Physical Therapist
Erica graduated from the University of Alberta in 2011 with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy. Before completing her degree in Physical Therapy, she acquired a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria (close to her hometown of Sooke, BC). Erica has advanced her manual therapy skills through the Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic and Manual Manipulative Physiotherapy, completing the Level 2 component and is certified as a spinal manipulative therapist.
Erica is certified in Biomedical Dry Needling and has completed Level I and II acupuncture training through Acupuncture Canada. Erica has an extensive sports background, including athletic training for the University of Victoria men’s ice hockey team (BCIHL). She participates in various sports and activities, including ice hockey, slow pitch, and yoga. Erica enjoys working with patients from pediatric to senior populations at South Edmonton’s physiotherapy clinic.
Gurmanprit Kaur
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Gurmanprit is a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta holding dual Master’s degrees in Applied Psychology and Counselling & Family Therapy. Her clinical practice centers on supporting individuals navigating recovery from motor vehicle accidents (MVA), physical injuries, trauma, chronic pain, and anxiety.
She practices through a trauma-informed lens, integrating evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness. Whether working on functional recovery or emotional regulation, Gurmanprit is committed to providing a safe, calming space tailored to each client’s unique healing journey.
Alongside her clinical background, her experience as a former international athlete shapes her passion for sports psychology and performance enhancement. Gurmanprit specializes in helping clients overcome performance anxiety, rebuild confidence post-injury, and cultivate peak mental resilience and emotional endurance.
To ensure a culturally sensitive environment, she offers services in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
Kirandeep Bains
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Kirandeep began her career as a social worker and has over a decade of experience in the mental health and postpartum fields. She believes in working from a person-centred approach, where she works alongside her clients, empowering them to be the best versions of themselves within their own capacity. Kirandeep is an empathetic listener who creates a safe, validating space for her clients. She is passionate about working with adults and couples, focusing on a variety of areas including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, stress/burnout, relationships and cultural/intergenerational difficulties. Additionally, she can provide services in both English & Punjabi
Kirandeep works from an attachment-based lens and uses a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Gottman’s Method for couples.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out for support, and she believes in working with her clients to create a therapeutic plan that fits their needs. Kirandeep looks forward to working with clients to support them in their next steps towards achieving their goals.