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Footprints Therapy

Toronto's leading holistic healthcare practice for all ages Osteopathic manual therapy and naturopathy are provided to clients of ALL ages.

WHO WE ARE

Footprints Therapy is a privately owned, multi-disciplinary practice that was founded over 20 years ago. We have evolved from a paediatric physical therapy clinic to one that is more holistic and offers care to both children and adults. We provide physical and occupational therapy and yoga for infants to young adults up to twenty one years of age. Our practitioners are highly trained in their designated fields and have a wealth of expertise. They are also committed to their own professional and continuing education to ensure they always have state of the art, advanced, knowledge and skills. Footprints philosophy encourages collaboration between therapy specialists to promote an optimal outcome for each client. OUR GOALS AND VISION

Our vision is to offer holistic health care. We tailor our intervention to the current needs of the client and refer within and outside of our clinic if necessary. At Footprints our goal is to maximize the ability and potential of each individual – from infants to seniors.

11/08/2025

Watching them grow and discover the world is truly magical! 💫 At Footprints Therapy, we’re passionate about supporting healthy development in babies. Our team provides both Osteopathy and Physiotherapy to assist with things like feeding difficulties, better sleep, improved movement, and hitting those important milestones.Discover the difference integrated care can make for your baby’s development. Visit us at Footprints Therapy!

11/02/2025

✨ Gentle osteopathic support for growing bodies ✨

This sweet baby presented with plagiocephaly (flattening of the head) and torticollis (neck tightness and rotation preference) — two conditions we often see in infants following birth or due to positional habits.

Through a series of gentle osteopathic treatments, we worked to:
🦴 Release tension patterns through the neck, shoulders, and cranial base
💫 Support balanced cranial motion and alignment
💆‍♀️ Encourage freer, more symmetrical movement
😴 Promote comfort for feeding, sleeping, and tummy time

Osteopathy in infancy focuses on restoring the body’s natural ability to self-correct — using light touch to balance the musculoskeletal, nervous, and circulatory systems.

Early osteopathic care can support optimal growth and development while helping babies feel more at ease in their bodies 💕

10/16/2025

Does your child have big feelings they can’t quite share? 🎨✨
Meet Setareh Delzendeh, our wonderful Expressive Art Therapist at Footprints Therapy Innisfil!
Setareh specializes in helping kids and families navigate tricky emotions, anxiety, and big life changes. Sometimes, words aren’t enough, but a paintbrush, a song, or a playful movement can open up a whole new conversation. Setareh uses art to create a fun, safe space where children can explore, heal, and truly be seen.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Expressive Art Therapy Group for [Parents and/or Kids - 9-12years old!] 👩‍👧‍👦
Join Setareh for a special four-week group where we use creativity to build stronger connections and communication skills in the family!
• Focus: Move, paint, play-discover your inner story
• Duration: 4 Weeks
• Starts: Saturday, November 8th
• Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Where: Footprints Therapy Innisfil 1081 Innisfil Beach Rd. Suite 202
No “art skills” needed! Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to play. This is a chance for your child to process feelings without pressure, and for your family to learn new ways to connect.
Spaces are limited!
🔗 Tap the link in our bio to reserve your family’s spot or to learn about individual Art Therapy sessions for children.

10/15/2025

Our occupational therapist is using facial tapping—a gentle technique that helps the nervous system integrate retained primitive reflexes. 👶✨

Primitive reflexes are automatic movements that develop in utero and during infancy. They lay the foundation for motor control, balance, and emotional regulation. When these reflexes remain active beyond early childhood, they can impact posture, attention, coordination, and even sensory processing.

Through rhythmic and specific sensory input like tapping around the face and head, we can help the body complete these reflex patterns. This supports better organization of the nervous system and can lead to improvements in focus, motor planning, and self-regulation.

At Footprints Therapy, we use evidence-informed, hands-on approaches to help each child reach their full developmental potential. 🌿

10/03/2025

Melina Marini grew up in British Columbia, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics with a Minor in Psychology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Physical Therapy (MScPT) at the University of Toronto.
Her passion for working with children began while volunteering at the Prenatal and Postnatal Care Unit at Kelowna General Hospital, where she supported families with daily care and provided post-natal education. During her clinical training, Melina gained valuable pediatric experience at Mount Sinai’s Neonatal Follow-Up Clinic and NICU, where she supported infants and children in neurological rehabilitation following NICU admission. These experiences emphasized the importance of early intervention and family-centered care, solidifying her commitment to pediatrics. In addition, Melina has worked as a personal support worker, providing individualized care to neurodiverse individuals and those with disabilities. This experience strengthened her passion for fostering inclusion, promoting independence, and empowering children and families to grow with confidence.
Outside of the clinic, Melina enjoys hiking, skiing, going to the gym, and spending time with family and friends!
Melina is excited to be joining the Footprints team and is passionate about collaborating closely with families to create meaningful strategies that support growth both in the clinic and at home. Melina will be working Fridays and Saturdays!

09/27/2025

✨ What is EMDR therapy? ✨
At Footprints Therapy, our Psychotherapists in Toronto and Innisfil offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) — a powerful, evidence-based therapy that helps the brain process traumatic or distressing memories so they no longer feel overwhelming.

💡 EMDR works by using bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or sound) to help the nervous system reprocess stored memories in a safe and supportive way.

It can help with:
🌱 Trauma & PTSD
🌱 Anxiety & panic
🌱 Grief & loss
🌱 Phobias
🌱 Stress & emotional regulation

At Footprints, our therapists provide EMDR in a gentle, integrative way — supporting both the mind and body in the healing process.

📍 Book a session today and take your next step forward.

09/20/2025

🌱 Gentle osteopathic care for growing bodies 🌱

In this session, we’re using osteopathic techniques to mobilize the baby’s spine. By releasing restrictions and supporting proper spinal movement, we help him:
✨ Engage his postural muscles
✨ Lift his chest and head more easily in tummy time
✨ Strengthen the foundation for rolling, sitting, and crawling
✨ Support overall nervous system and motor development

Osteopathy looks at the whole body — how structure affects function. By improving spinal mobility, we’re not only helping him succeed in tummy time, but also supporting balance, coordination, and future milestones. 💙

At Footprints Therapy, we use a gentle, hands-on osteopathic approach to help babies thrive through each stage of development.

09/18/2025

Michael’s path to becoming a Psychotherapist was anything but simple, which is often the case when it comes to life; most things worth doing have their challenges! Struggling is often a natural outcome of anything difficult - Michael believes that we should not have to do it alone. His motivation was to be able to sit with people through their challenges, make meaningful connections with others, and empower them to find their own inner strength.

After achieving a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at York University and a Master of Education in Counselling Psychology at The University of Lethbridge, Michael strove to learn any method that would allow him to help people through their toughest experiences, memories, and beliefs. This list continues to grow, but currently includes Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Somatic Psychotherapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Michael’s approach is of non-judgmental mindful collaboration, aiming to put you first at all times and slowing things down in an often fast-paced world. He is ready to help adolescents, adults, and older adults find their way forward, every step of the way. Michael will be joining our team on Thursdays! .

09/12/2025

✨ Before & After ✨
First photo ➡️ After rhizotomy with laminectomy, scoliosis beginning because of spinal instability.
Second photo ➡️ After just one osteopathic treatment, you can already see improved alignment and balance.

A laminectomy — the removal of part of the vertebra to access the spinal cord — can sometimes leave the spine less stable. When combined with scar tissue from surgery, the body may begin to shift and compensate, leading to curves like scoliosis.

Osteopathy plays an important role in recovery by:
🔹 Releasing restrictions from scar tissue
🔹 Improving spinal and rib mobility
🔹 Supporting balance and alignment
🔹 Helping the nervous system adapt to changes after surgery

At Footprints Therapy, we work with the whole body after procedures like rhizotomy and laminectomy, creating space for better movement, posture, and long-term growth. 💙

08/26/2025

🌿 Meet Our New Therapist – Karen Halpern 🌿

We’re so excited to welcome Karen Halpern to the Footprints Therapy team! 💙

Karen is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Myofunctional Therapist who works with babies through adults. She specializes in:
✨ Feeding and oral motor development
✨ Speech and language support
✨ Pre- and post-tongue tie release care

With her gentle and supportive approach, Karen helps children and families navigate challenges with feeding, communication, and oral function — building strong foundations for growth and development. 🌱

We are thrilled to have her expertise and compassion on our team. 💫
📍 Karen is now accepting new clients at Footprints Therapy.

07/28/2025

✨ Before & After ✨
This young patient came to us with significant airway dysfunction due to enlarged tonsils and adenoids. He was struggling to breathe properly — and his posture told the full story.

👉 In the before image, his body is noticeably shifted to the left — a common compensation pattern in children with chronic mouth breathing or airway obstruction.
👉 In the after image, following gentle osteopathic treatment, you can see how his body is sitting more centered and aligned — a reflection of improved fascial balance, mobility, and access to breath.

🔍 Airway dysfunction doesn’t just affect breathing — it impacts posture, sleep, focus, and development. Osteopathy helps by releasing tension, improving structural balance, and supporting the body’s natural ability to breathe with ease.

👐 Gentle. Effective. Evidence-based.

📩 Reach out if your child struggles with breathing, sleep, or posture — osteopathy can help.

07/12/2025

Karen is a compassionate and empathetic counsellor who is dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to freely speak your truth. Her goal is to give you room to explore yourself and lead the sessions in whichever direction you feel you need to go. She is here to support you towards living a fuller life while guiding you toward self-awareness and empowerment.
While she likes to work from a holistic client-centered approach, she understands each individual has their own unique needs. Whether you’re going through depression, anxiety, trauma, or maternal mental health, she can tailor your sessions accordingly. Karen works with evidence-based techniques such as ACT, CBT, IFS, Solution Focused, and Gottman Couples Therapy. Her passion and motivation for helping others is inspired by her own personal struggles with mental health, self-compassion, and empowerment. Karen is here to work with you in a collaborative nature and remind you that you are not alone. Book a consult today in Innisfil to see if you are a good fit.

Address

85 Scarsdale Road, Suite 100
Toronto, ON
M3B2R2

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

+14164442125

Website

http://www.footprints.ca/

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