Amy Tao

Amy Tao

Lab Instructor

Amy graduated from the Master of Physical Therapy program at UBC in 2012 after completing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance at Simon Fraser University. Dance has been a big part of her life from a young age and sparked a lifelong interest in movement and the human body, ultimately leading her on the path to becoming a physiotherapist.

She discovered pelvic health physiotherapy after developing pubic symphysis pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and stress incontinence with her own two pregnancies and deliveries. This firsthand experience motivated her to make a significant career shift in 2019 and pursue her passion for pelvic health, which is now her main area of practice at her clinic Haven Physiotherapy in Port Coquitlam, BC. She enjoys mentoring new pelvic health physiotherapists and has a special interest in overactive bladder and bladder pain, as well as sexual pain conditions such as vulvodynia and vaginismus.

Previously, she worked for many years with clients with neurological conditions, helping to improve their function and quality of life. She also completed a two year mentorship with Diane Lee in the Integrated Systems Model (ISM). These experiences have greatly informed her whole person approach to treating pelvic health symptoms and understanding of the influence of the nervous system on all other body systems.

Outside of work, Amy is a mother of two boys and has recently discovered a love of combat sports such as boxing and Kyokushin karate. She also enjoys weight training, Pilates, and hiking and cycling with her family in the beautiful outdoors of British Columbia.

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