Holistic OT Practitioner Directory

Michelle has been practicing OT and hand therapy since 2015.  A self-proclaimed “hand nerd” with a passion for upper limb anatomy and function, Michelle has logged 4,000+ hours in preparation for taking the certified hand therapy exam in November 2020 which is a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. Prior work experience includes several fast-paced hospital-based outpatient hand therapy clinics for orthopedic and neurological conditions as well as time spent in acute inpatient rehabilitation.

Michelle is an avid believer in listening to the inherent wisdom of the body and using complementary and alternative methods as gentle adjuncts to evidence-based scientific treatments to help bring balance to the body-mind. She started using aromatherapy, homeopathy, meditation and mindfulness techniques as well as whole, plant-based foods as medicine in 1998, added EFT in 2008 and then Reiki in 2018 with great success. She enjoys balancing her hand-nerdy side with conscious travel to experience new cultures, and plenty of fresh air activities: gardening, hiking, kayaking and spending time outside with her family.

Michael Gagliano is an Occupational Therapist & Reiki Master who brings over 36 years of clinical experience in the healing arts in NY, CT & NC. He has worked in various hospital settings, long-term care facilities, homecare agencies & out-patient rehab settings. He currently teaches in the massage therapy programs at 2 local community colleges. Michael is the owner / president of  Gagliano Wellness & Rehab P.A. a wholistic wellness practice  in Greensboro, North Carolina