Glebe Physiotherapy & Sport Medicine, we take the time to listen so we can focus on your individual care needs. Talk to us about everything from a sprained ankle to supporting your family doctor’s plan to manage your osteoporosis. To help you meet your goals, we can also work with other members of your health team, such as sports medicine specialists, surgeons, massage therapists and trainers at the gym.
The clinic opened its doors in 1994. Since then, we have focused on empowering patients to be active partners in their own care plans. The more you understand about your health and wellness needs, the more engaged you will be in your recovery.
We use our clinical experience, evidenced-based care and ongoing professional development to get you back on track as quickly as possible. An important part of evidence-based care is listening to our patients so that your values, needs and perspectives are fully integrated into your care plan.
Clinic Team Bios
The clinic team brings a range of experience and expertise to our practice. Education is at the heart of our approach and our team tagline: “Learn more. Move More.” We believe an informed and educated patient is more likely to experience success.
We take the time to educate you about the cause of your condition, then we help you learn how to take corrective action and finally we make sure you understand how to manage your condition on your own. Some of our team members are also able to draw on volunteer work that includes regular contact with athletes competing at the local, provincial and national levels.
Our wide-ranging experience means we are familiar with a full range of treatment options, including manual therapy, electrotherapy, exercise therapy, acupuncture and dry needling. We can incorporate these treatment options into well-tested protocols — even for difficult-to-treat chronic conditions.
Marjolein Groenevelt, Physiotherapist
Marjolein completed her degree in physical therapy in 1988 from the University of Toronto and began her career at the Ottawa General Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. She then worked at several clinics before opening Glebe Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic in 1994. She joined the Lifemark team in 2018 and continues to work directly with patients as well as mentoring and teaching.
Marjolein is committed to ongoing learning and peer review. She completed the examination requirements for designated acupuncture certification in 1994 from Acupuncture Canada and for the post-graduate Certificate in Sports Physiotherapy in 1999 from Sport Physiotherapy Canada (SPC). This was followed by the advanced Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy in 2008, leading to International Sports Physiotherapist designation.
She earned Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) certification from the University of British Columbia in 2017. She has completed advanced training in manual therapy, sports injuries, pain management, concussions, vestibular therapy and osteoporosis. Attending conferences, online learning and journal reading adds to her knowledge to improve evidence-based practice, client experience and outcomes. She has presented at Carleton Sport Medicine Rounds and led upper extremity training to clinical physiotherapists.
She has worked with athletes on the field of play and in the clinic in a wide range of sports from local to international levels. She has been a National Team Therapist for Skate Canada and Athletics Canada. She was the Medical Team Lead at Canadian Track and Field Championships in 2017 and 2018 and was a physiotherapist at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, Canada.
Marjolein is committed to communicating with the client and the other team members to collaborate on goals and outcomes. She is approachable, responsive, reflective and is available for questions and ongoing education in both English and French.
Katherine Lemay, Occupational Therapist
Katherine Lemay pursued a career in occupational therapy after nearly a decade of working for the federal government and non-governmental organizations. Now, she is a fierce health advocate and proud occupational therapist. She has a special interest in mental health, physical rehabilitation and maternal/pelvic health. Her Master’s degree research project included the development of a prenatal course offered to new mothers to best prepare for their role transition in the hopes of reducing the occurrence of post-partum depression.
She is engaged in her community, exemplified by the co-founding of the online platform Over the Top OT (OTOT) that gathers occupational therapists globally and locally to share learnings, advancements and enhance the sense of pride and community.
Other than her professional experience, Katherine is a martial arts instructor, Franco-Colombienne and an avid traveller and hiker.
Mike Seto, Physiotherapist
Mike graduated from Western University with a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2013 and a Bachelor of Science in Biopharmaceutical Sciences degree in 2011 from the University of Ottawa. He continued his education to assure quality of care for his patients by completing the level 1 & 2 manual therapy (CPA orthopedic division), level 1 & 2 acupuncture (AFCI), Certificate in Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Swodeam Institute), Lifemark Vestibular Rehabilitation training. Mike has been a part of the Pro Physio/Lifemark team since graduating in 2013.
Mike has an interest in treating a variety of different orthopaedic injuries from sports injuries, motor-vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, and concussion amongst other injury types. While attending Western, his work on Can Can a Compression Vest Improve Balance in Subjects With a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI): A Pilot Study helped his team win the London District Ontario Physiotherapy Association Book Prize.
Mike has always had an interest in sports; whether working, volunteering, participating or watching. In his free time, Mike regularly participates in various sports in particular road cycling, dodgeball, basketball, yoga and ultimate frisbee.
Sidhesh Somne, Physiotherapist
Clinic Director, Glebe Physiotherapy and Sport Medicine
Sidhesh is a dedicated and experienced physiotherapist specializing in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, coaching and mentorship for resident physiotherapists across the province for the Ontario Physiotherapy Exam (OCE). With a passion for helping individuals recover from injuries and improve their physical well-being, he provides personalized care and evidence-based treatments.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from a MAEER’s Physiotherapy College, India, where he gained a strong foundation in assessing and treating a wide range of conditions. There he was a proud recipient of a gold medal for standing first in the subject of neurology and winning a scholarship for the same and stood first for research paper publication on myofascial release.
His expertise extends to areas such as low back pain, neck pain, radiculopathies and shoulder pain management. With a compassionate and patient-centred approach, Sidhesh works closely with his patients to understand their unique needs and goals. Through a combination of multi-dimensional treatment techniques, Sidhesh utilizes Mckenzie (MDT), Mulligan mobilization, Acupuncture, Dry needling, Therapeutic Pilates and exercise-based interventions to get the best outcomes.
Driven by a commitment to ongoing learning and teaching, Sidhesh regularly attends professional development courses and stays up-to-date with the latest research in his field while having mentored more than 30 residents in last couple of years for the OCE.
With his expertise, empathy, and dedication to helping his patients achieve their goals, Sidhesh strives to make a positive impact on their lives, promoting their recovery and enhancing their quality of life through effective physiotherapy interventions.
Outside of his practice, Sidhesh enjoys reading non-fiction books, articles and research papers.
Ipsa Sethi, Physiotherapist
Ipsa is a dedicated and compassionate physiotherapist specializing in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. She completed her Master’s in Physiotherapy in India and was a proud gold medalist in Anatomy during her Bachelor’s degree—demonstrating a strong academic foundation and an early passion for human anatomy and movement science.
Her clinical expertise includes the management of low back pain, neck pain, radiculopathies, knee and hip replacements, knee pain, and shoulder injuries. Ipsa takes a patient-centred and evidence-based approach, offering personalized care tailored to each individual’s goals and needs.
She is passionate about helping individuals recover from injuries and enhance their physical well-being. Ipsa works closely with her patients throughout their rehabilitation journey, ensuring they feel supported, empowered, and heard. Committed to ongoing learning, she regularly attends professional development courses and keeps up with the latest research in the field.
Through her skill, empathy, and dedication, Ipsa strives to promote recovery, restore function, and improve the quality of life of every patient she treats.