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    10820 Sunset Office Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63127 . Phone: (314) 965-4404 . Fax: (314) 965-4464

Our Team

Michelle Woodruff, LMT, retired PTA

Michelle retired from SSM/Select Medical in 2018 after serving 30 years as a physical therapist assistant. She has been a Licensed Massage therapist since 1999 and has been using John F Barnes Myofascial Release since 1995. She is an author, podcaster and educator. She was able to fuse traditional approachs with holistic approahes to yield the greatest results for her patients. Some of the approaches used include myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, acupressure and EFT/Tapping. She has worked the full life spectrum from her position as a birthing doula and treating colic to hospice care. She has an extensive background working with neuological and orthopedic clients, as well as women's health and pediatrics. Her special interests include working with trauma clients. 

Michelle began her career in physical therapy following a minor injury she sustained while dancing. She holds a degree in both Dance and Psychology. Once she obtained her license as a PTA, she quickly accelerated her skills in manual therapies as her movement background provided her with a comprehensive approach to integrating body, mind, spirit and emotion. 

Holistic approaches were instrumental in her recovery from a spinal cord injury when in her 30's, a spinal cord injury that left her with lower extremity, bowel and bladder paralysis. During that recovery, she utilized holistic and traditional medical approaches.

She often works with difficult to treat clients who have exhausted other means of treatment.


 

 
 

 
Angela Umali, LMT

Angela is a Myofascial Release practitioner with a special interest in Craniosacral Therapy. She is a Licensed Massage Therapist that began her career in Swedish Massage. She quickly transitioned to Myofascial Release and Craniosacral Therapy after realizing the impact it can have on the lives of her clients. Her family has personally been affected by Parkinson's and she is especially interested in offering caregivers relief and support through massage therapy and vibroacoustics. Angelas story is a personal story of triumph through life experiences. Massage has been a vital part of her life transitions and she shares a passion for assisting others through the daily stressors of life as well. She frequently utilizes the InHarmony Vibroacoustics during her treatment sessions, as she sees it easily shifts her clients into a relaxed state. 

Angela offers early evening and Saturday options for clients with demanding schedules. In addition to Myofascial Release, she provides Upper Body Rejuventaion, Lower Body Rejuvenation and Whole Body Rejuvenation. These approaches combine Vibroacoustics with soft tissue massage for a deep body, mind experience. 



Jamie Oakes, Administrative Assistant

Jamie has a background in Surgical Neurophysiology, Exercise Science and Kinesiology and holds certifications in Integrative Health and Wellness. Passionate about merging cutting-edge research in medicine with holistic wellness, she strives to promote a balanced approach to health. Myofascial Release and Vibroacoustic Therapy have been instrumental in her own health journey. She is a great resource for our clients and their first point of contact with Myofascial STL Plus.

When not immersed in reading the latest studies or latest novel, she enjoys knitting, cultivating a vibrant garden filled with flowers and vegetables, and taking long walks with her energetic German Shorthaired Pointer. With a deep appreciation for both science and nature, Jamie hopes to embrace life’s simple pleasures while contributing to the well-being of others.