Nicole Schmitt (she/her)
Owner and Physiotherapist

Special Interests: Sexual Pain and Dysfunction, Persistent Pelvic Pain Conditions, PostPartum Mamas

Nicole is the founder and owner of Elle Physio as well as mama to 4 wild kids. She has been practicing as a clinical physiotherapist since 2004. Her very favorite thing is walking alongside women and empowering them in their journey to wellness. She is trained to assess and treat pelvic floor dysfunction, paediatric bowel and bladder issues, sexual pain disorders, prolapse, pre and postpartum women, persistent pelvic pain and in the prescription of pessaries. She is currently enrolled in Graduate Studies at the University of Alberta and is completing a Certificate in Sexual Health. Nicole serves as the chair of the Central Alberta Women's Health Association advocating for improved health services for women in our community. She is a member of the Women's Health Division of the CPA, the Canadian Society for Advancement of Gynecological Excellence, and the International Pelvic Pain Society. You can follow along with her @ellephysiopelvichealth or connect with her through email 

Joelle Sypkes (she/her)
Contracted Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health

Special Interests: Persistent Pelvic and Complex Sexual Pain, Prenatal and Postpartum Conditions, Menopause and Pelvic Dysfunction in Older Women. 

Joelle brings with her a wealth of experience as a clinical physiotherapist and mother of 2 sweet little girls. She is trained in the treatment of pelvic health dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and also holds certificates in Pilates for Pelvic Health as well as Medical Acupuncture. She's especially passionate about helping postpartum women, those experiencing sexual pain as well as women navigating symptoms of menopause and beyond. Joelle's a Central Alberta native, growing up near Three Hills. Twice a month, Joelle travels to Three Hills to practice at our satellite office out of the Kneehill Medical Clinic. Joelle is a member of the Women's Health Division of the CPA. Follow Joelle on Instagram @physio.joelle.breathe or email at 

Kelsey Moreau (she/her)
Contracted Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health 

Special Interests: Female Athletes, Return to Sport, PostPartum Conditions, Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Kelsey has been serving the community of Central Alberta since 2010. She has completed extensive pelvic health training in urinary incontinence, pelvic pain conditions, prolapse and visceral mobilization. She has also pursued advanced orthopaedic manual therapy training and holds a certificate in IMS dry needling. Kelsey is a busy mama of 2 little girls and is walking the same road as so many of our clients with small kiddos. She is a keen learner and goes above and beyond to offer excellence in care. Her passion is to empower female athletes to resume their sport and fitness activities. She also holds advanced education in the assessment and treatment of pelvic organ prolapse. Kelsey is a member of the Women's Health Division of the CPA. Connect with Kelsey through email 

Kayla Williams (she/her)
Contracted Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health

Special Interests: Prenatal and Postpartum Rehabilitation, Breast Health and Breastfeeding Conditions.

Kayla is a Central Alberta native and heads up our Olds office, but comes to Red Deer as well every third week. She has training in treating pelvic floor dysfunction including pelvic pain and urinary incontinence. She is a skilled manual therapist and has experience in treating athletes. Kayla has her Biomechanical Dry Needling Certification.  She also brings with her training in breast health including Assessment and Treatment of Breastfeeding Conditions. She is a proud mama to sweet little Madi. Kayla is an active member of the Women's Health Division of the CPA. You can connect with Kayla at  or follow her on facebook at Prairie Sage Physiotherapy and Wellness. 

Emily Nadeau (she/her)
Contracted Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health

Special Interests: Women in the middle years. Restoring function, strength and activity. Incontinence.

Emily is trained in the treatment of pelvic health conditions including incontinence, prolapse and return to sport. She worked as an exercise therapist prior to obtaining her Masters in Physiotherapy from the U of A. As much as exercise and sport inform her treatment style, she uses a gentle whole-person treatment philosophy when providing care. Education is a key part of Emily's approach. 

Emily holds certification in IMS and has completed levels 1, 2 and 3 of her pelvic health training.