Physiotherapy in Victoria.
Registered physiotherapists on Fort St. Early, evening and Saturday appointments, with direct billing.
Book a physiotherapy assessment
Registered physiotherapists on Fort Street, open early, late and 7 days a week, with direct billing to most extended health plans.
- Registered physiotherapists
- Direct billing
- No doctor’s referral needed to book
- Sunday physio appointments (book online)
Why choose physio at Diversified Health
Specialized care
IMS, vestibular (dizziness and balance) rehab and pelvic floor physiotherapy, alongside orthopaedic and sports physio.
One-on-one assessment
Initial appointments are 30 or 45 minutes, so your physio has time to assess properly and explain your plan.
Direct billing
We bill most extended health plans and ICBC directly.
Early, late and Sunday hours
Weekdays 7am–7pm, Saturday 9am–4pm, and Sunday 8am–2pm for physiotherapy.
What to expect at your first visit
- Book online or call — choose a 30 or 45-minute initial assessment.
- Fill out a short intake form before your visit (sent by email).
- Your physio takes your history and assesses how you move.
- You get a clear explanation of what’s going on and a treatment plan, with treatment starting the same day.
- We bill your insurance directly at checkout.
Our physiotherapists
Hours
Monday–Friday 7am–7pm
Saturday 9am–4pm
Sunday 8am–2pm (physiotherapy, online booking only)
Location & parking
1063 Fort Street (Mosaic Building), downtown Victoria. Free 1-hour street parking on Meares St, the Robbins lot on Meares St, or paid parking on Fort St.
Ready to book your physio assessment?
Pick a time online in under two minutes, or call and our front desk will find a spot for you.
Direct billing to Blue Cross, Medavie Blue Cross, insurers on the TELUS Health network (such as Canada Life) and ICBC. Coverage depends on your plan. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see a physiotherapist in BC, but some insurance plans require one for reimbursement — check your plan.
Physiotherapy in Victoria, BC
Is pain or an injury keeping you from work, sport or daily life? Our registered physiotherapists will find the cause and build a plan to get you moving again. Diversified Health is at 1063 Fort St, between Downtown Victoria and Fernwood. We’re open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, with Sunday physio appointments booked online, and we bill most insurers directly.
Book a physiotherapy assessment online · Call (250) 382-0018 · 1063 Fort St, Victoria
What physiotherapy can help with
Physiotherapy uses hands-on treatment, exercise and education to reduce pain and help you move better. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see a physiotherapist in BC, though some extended health plans still ask for one. Our physios treat:
- Back pain and neck pain, including sciatica and disc problems
- Sports injuries, like sprains, strains and tendon problems
- Shoulder pain, including rotator cuff injuries and frozen shoulder
- Knee and hip pain, including runner’s knee, arthritis and rehab after surgery
- Foot and ankle pain, including plantar fasciitis and ankle sprains
- Dizziness and balance problems, including vestibular rehab and concussion recovery
- Car accident (ICBC) and workplace injuries
- Pelvic floor problems, including incontinence and pelvic pain
- Ongoing (chronic) pain and complex joint and muscle conditions
Related reading: low back pain, sciatica, neck pain and tech neck, shoulder and rotator cuff pain, tennis and golfer’s elbow and plantar fasciitis.
Our physiotherapy services
- Manual therapy. Hands-on treatment of joints and soft tissue to restore movement.
- Dry needling and IMS. Fine needles release tight, painful muscles.
- Pelvic floor physiotherapy. Assessment and treatment for bladder control, pelvic pain and pregnancy recovery.
- Vestibular rehab. Treatment for vertigo, dizziness and balance problems.
- Sports physiotherapy. Rehab and injury prevention for athletes, from weekend runners to national-level competitors.
- Runner’s gait analysis. Treadmill video analysis with changes to help prevent injury and improve performance.
- Shockwave therapy. A non-invasive treatment for stubborn tendon pain, such as plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow and shoulder problems.
- Exercise programs. A home program built for you, and access to our on-site rehab space.
Meet our physiotherapists
Spirit Donahue, MPT has a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor of Kinesiology from UVic. He combines manual therapy, exercise and dry needling, and is continuing his training in orthopaedic manual therapy.
Kanu Priya, MPT has a Master’s in Sports Physiotherapy and more than 10 years of practice. She has worked with national wrestling and weightlifting teams. She has completed post-graduate vestibular training, and her interests include dry needling (IMS), pelvic floor physiotherapy and persistent pain.
Ivy Elling-Quaintance, BSc, MPT has a Master of Physiotherapy from McGill and rowed for about 10 years, including three world championships. She is trained in AN-IMS dry needling, advanced orthopaedics (AIM Levels 1 and 2) and pelvic health. She treats patients in English and French.
What to expect at your first visit
- Assessment (30 or 45 minutes). Your physio asks about your injury and goals, then tests how you move. Follow-up visits are 20, 30 or 45 minutes.
- A clear diagnosis and plan. You’ll know what’s going on, how many visits to expect and what you can do at home.
- Treatment starts on day one. Most people leave the first visit with hands-on treatment and a few exercises.
Wear comfortable clothes that let us see the sore area. Bring your insurance details and, for an ICBC claim, your claim number.
Direct billing, ICBC and WorkSafeBC
- Extended health. We bill Blue Cross, Medavie Blue Cross and insurers on the TELUS Health network (including Canada Life) directly, so you only pay any amount your plan doesn’t cover.
- ICBC. Hurt in a car accident? All you need is your claim number. We bill ICBC directly, and you don’t need a doctor’s referral.
- WorkSafeBC. Injured at work? We’re not a registered WorkSafeBC provider, but we can still treat you. You pay at your visit and WorkSafeBC reimburses you directly.
Physiotherapy fees
Initial assessment: 30 minutes $115 · 45 minutes $135. Follow-up treatment: 20 minutes $80 · 30 minutes $115 · 45 minutes $165. Most extended health plans cover physiotherapy, and we bill them directly. Fees as of October 2026; see our booking page for current rates and availability.
Physio and other care under one roof
Many patients recover faster with a team approach. Your physio can work with our chiropractors, registered massage therapists, acupuncturists, kinesiologists and medical doctor, all in the same building.
Find us
Diversified Health Clinic · 1063 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8V 3K5 · (250) 382-0018
Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–7 p.m. · Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m. · Sun by appointment
We’re a short walk or drive from Downtown, Fernwood, Rockland, Fairfield, James Bay and Oak Bay. Parking: 1 hour free on Meares St, paid parking on Fort St in front of the clinic, or the Robbins lot on Meares St.
Physiotherapy FAQs
Do I need a doctor’s referral to see a physiotherapist in Victoria?
No. In BC you can book directly with a physiotherapist. Some extended health plans ask for a referral before they’ll pay, so check your plan.
Do you direct bill my insurance?
Yes. We bill Blue Cross, Medavie Blue Cross, TELUS Health network insurers (including Canada Life) and ICBC directly.
How many physio sessions will I need?
It depends on your injury and your goals. Your physio gives you an estimate at your first assessment and updates it as you improve.
What’s the difference between physiotherapy and chiropractic?
Both treat joint, muscle and nerve problems. Physiotherapy focuses more on exercise and rehab, while chiropractic focuses more on spinal and joint adjustments. Many of our patients see both, and our team works together on your care.
Do you offer dry needling or IMS?
Yes. All three of our physiotherapists use dry needling.
Can I get physio after a car accident?
Yes. Bring your ICBC claim number and we’ll handle the billing. You don’t need a referral.
How much does physiotherapy cost?
An initial assessment is $115 (30 minutes) or $135 (45 minutes). Follow-ups are $80 (20 minutes), $115 (30 minutes) or $165 (45 minutes). Most extended health plans cover physio, and we bill them directly.
Do you have early morning or evening appointments?
Yes. We’re open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Sunday physiotherapy appointments (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) can be booked online; the front desk isn’t staffed on Sundays.
Book your physiotherapy appointment online · Call (250) 382-0018 · 1063 Fort St, Victoria
