Stella Dimitrakakis

Founder & Physical Therapist

Stella Dimitrakakis, PT, DPT, OCS, CFMT, PCES, SFMA L1 is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Founder of Soma Vita Physio & Wellness in New Jersey. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Touro College in 2009 and has since pursued advanced post-doctoral specialization. Stella became a Certified Functional Manual Therapist™ (CFMT) through the Institute of Physical Art in 2019—a distinction held by fewer than 1% of licensed physical therapists in the United States.

In 2022, she earned her Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), a credential achieved by approximately 4% of physical therapists nationwide. She is also a Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist.

With over 17 years of clinical experience, Stella specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, pelvic health, TMJ dysfunction, and complex musculoskeletal pain. She works with active adults across the lifespan—from postpartum women rebuilding strength to individuals seeking long-term resilience and performance optimization.

Her approach integrates advanced manual therapy, movement optimization strategies, strength development, and nervous system regulation to restore function and future-proof the body.

Dr. Stella began her healthcare journey as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B), where she gained early exposure to emergency medicine and acute care. While she initially considered a career in emergency medicine or nursing, she was drawn to physical therapy for its non-invasive, holistic approach to healing. The ability to restore function through movement and hands-on care—without reliance on surgery or medication—ultimately shaped her professional path.

Guided by a holistic philosophy, she incorporates principles of mindfulness, breathwork, and movement science to support whole-body wellness and sustainable longevity.