Meet our founder, Dr. Dana
Celebrating 10 years of excellence with
expanded services and continued growth
As Transitions Physical Therapy celebrates its 10th anniversary, founder Dr. Dana continues to expand the practice and enhance services to help more patients achieve their personal goals. Her passion lies in applying her extensive knowledge and experience to help others return to the activities they love most. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Dana has been practicing physical therapy since 2002. Her educational foundation and early passion for athletics and sports rehabilitation began in her home state, where her personal experience as a college gymnast gave her firsthand understanding of sports injuries and the rehabilitation process.
Dana’s competitive spirit has driven her through bodybuilding, fitness competitions, running, Ironman triathlon and off-road bike racing. Currently an active competitor in running, gravel and mountain bike racing events, she shares her passion for athletics with her husband John and her dog Porter.
Meet our team
Dr. Dana has assembled an exceptional team of dedicated professionals who share her commitment to patient success. Recognizing that comprehensive care requires collaborative expertise, she has surrounded herself with skilled specialists who bring diverse knowledge and dedication to every patient interaction. Each team member is committed to supporting patients throughout their health and wellness journey, ensuring that every individual receives the focused attention and specialized care needed to achieve the best possible outcomes. This collaborative approach allows our practice to deliver the comprehensive, personalized treatment that sets Transitions Physical Therapy apart.
Dr Dana Dambrauskas
Founder & Lead Physical Therapist
Dana is a dedicated physical therapist with over two decades of experience helping athletes and active individuals recover and perform at their best. With a Doctorate from the University of Montana, Dana specializes in sports rehabilitation and is passionate about helping patients achieve their physical health goals.
Soraia Cano
Body Concepts Patient Care Coordinator
Soraia, a native of Brazil, graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in business administration. She obtained her master’s degree in taxation in 2010. She is currently raising her two children and loves to watch her favorite sport, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Shannon Booth
Office Administrator
Shannon graduated from Florida Southern College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education, specializing in grades 1-6. From 1996 to 2019, she served as a fourth or fifth-grade teacher in Orange and Seminole County Public Schools. In her free time, Shannon enjoys the outdoors, particularly horseback riding.
Michelle Nyquist
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Michele is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with over five years of experience helping clients of all ages and fitness levels. A busy mother of three, she understands balancing health and life demands. A lifelong athlete and marathon finisher, Michele emphasizes strength training for long-term mobility, confidence, and independence. She creates practical, sustainable programs that help clients build lasting fitness habits.
Madelyne Magiera
Kinesiologist
Madelyne is a certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), kinesiologist and personal trainer with a bachelor’s degree in health science, specializing in Kinesiology, which she earned in 2024. She takes a client-centered approach to fitness and health—because no two bodies or goals are the same. From athletes aiming to enhance performance, to older adults focused on maintaining mobility and independence, to everyday individuals simply wanting to feel better, she works with people from all walks of life.
Thais Berlinck
Social Media Manager
Thais is a bilingual journalist (Portuguese/English) who specializes in health and wellness. A graduate in Social Communication from Brazil she enjoys making sure the clients have a good experience at the wellness center. When she is not working, Thais enjoys exercise, travel and spending time with her family and friends.
Porter
Chief Morale Officer (CMO)
Dana’s running buddy. He’s got a busy schedule, running three times a week and spending a few days at the office. But don’t worry, he’s got a special spot for visitors who aren’t too keen on dogs. Oh, and guess what? Porter’s currently training for his first Half Marathon!
Our facility
We deliver exclusive one-on-one treatment sessions where every moment is dedicated entirely to you and your specific needs.
Unlike larger corporate practices that divide therapist attention among multiple patients, our extended individual time allows us to develop a comprehensive understanding of your goals, challenges, and pain patterns.
We go beyond traditional injury treatment by focusing on injury prevention and performance optimization. Through detailed biomechanical screenings, we identify areas of weakness or instability that could lead to future problems, allowing you to proactively address these issues through targeted training and conditioning.
This personalized approach enables us to create highly targeted treatment plans that address not only your current injury but also the underlying factors that contributed to it, building lasting relationships through consistently delivering exceptional results that earn patient trust and satisfaction.
Mission & values
Personalized, compassionate care to help you move better, feel stronger, and live fully.
At Transitions Physical Therapy, our mission is to empower individuals to move better, feel stronger, and return confidently to the activities they love. We are dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care that supports recovery and promotes long-term wellness.
Our values—compassion, integrity, collaboration, and excellence—guide every patient interaction. We believe in building trust through clear communication, fostering a supportive environment, and helping each person navigate their unique journey toward improved health and function.