Meet Our Team
Our wonderful team at Renew Physical Therapy subscribes to 3 Core Values:
Compassion
We lead with a kind heart, an open ear, a thoughtful tongue, and an abundance of patience.
Growth
We are uncomfortable with complacency and know that our growth, not just as clinicians, but as people, is vital.
Excellence
We will not and cannot be perfect; however, we will strive for excellence in all aspects of our lives.
Cindy O’Neil
PT, DPT, OCS
Cindy has a passion for people and their overall well-being. After graduating from the University of California, Irvine with a degree in Biomedical Engineering, she quickly learned that a desk job was not for her. She turned her sights toward physical therapy and graduated from one of the top physical therapy programs in the country, earning her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Southern California in 2016. Since then, she has spent many hours furthering her education and knowledge. She became a Certified Pilates Instructor in 2017 and an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in 2018. She continues to evolve as a clinician by taking numerous continuing education courses, which led her to further specialize as a pelvic floor therapist - a passion that has grown since she recently went through her own pregnancy, delivery, and post-partum experience.
When Cindy isn’t practicing, she stays busy as a wife and a mother. She is a natural homebody, but also loves a good adventure. She is a die-hard Clippers fan that is constantly being disappointed. She holds her family and friends close to her heart. They are her inspiration and encouragement to be the best version of herself every day.
Robert Baniasadi
PTA, CMT, ATC
Holden Rohr
Exercise Specialist
April Imme - Sakaluk
Exercise Specialist, Yoga/Pilates Instructor
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Robert grew up in Woodland Hills, CA, excelling in various sports, including basketball, football, track & field, and boxing. He pursued higher education at UCLA, and UNLV, focusing on echocardiology, athletic training (BS), and biomechanics (MS), concluding his studies at Pima Medical Institute as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
With over 20 years of experience in the medical field, Robert specializes in recovery techniques and sports performance, having completed his recovery specialty to become a musculoskeletal practitioner. He is dedicated to helping elite athletes at college, semi-pro, and professional levels regain their peak performance post-injury and enhance their skills. Robert’s commitment to improving the lives of his patients drives him to establish and manage active recovery centers, where he emphasizes the importance of recovery in achieving athletic success.
Passionate about physical therapy and sports rehabilitation, Robert finds fulfillment in empowering individuals to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
Holden is excited to be a part of the Renew team, and passionate to cultivate a strong, warm, and welcoming dynamic with his patients. Holding dual Bachelor’s degrees in Economics as well as Government/Politics from the University of Maryland, he originally planned on going to law school, but now plans to become a Physician Assistant. He is currently taking classes at SMC and LACC to work toward his PA school prerequisites, and maintains a phlebotomy certification as well. Holden is eager to create a motivating, yet caring space for his patients to flourish and grow. Prior to Renew, Holden worked as a legal assistant for an attorney specializing in guardianship/family law, and as an assistant store manager at The Grove. He is originally from Maryland and moved out to California in late 2019. During his free time, Holden enjoys hiking around Los Angeles, playing video games, traveling, dancing in West Hollywood with his friends, meditating, and discovering new places to eat around the city.
April is a multi-certified yoga, pilates, and dance teacher.
After many years of pushing through injuries as a dancer, she turned to yoga and pilates to help with overall health and body conditioning. Over time she saw old injuries improve and fell in love with the teachings of yoga.
Seeking balance and a deeper understanding of holistic health, April immersed herself into trainings in various styles and modalities. She is certified in hatha, vinyasa, yin, pranayama as well as Pilates. She has over a decade of experience teaching all levels of students and facilitating teacher trainings. Continuous education and evolution as a teacher is very important to her.
April brings her years of experience in leading group and individual sessions to create a supportive and nurturing environment for clients to achieve their wellness goals. Collaborating with our team of physical therapists, April provides integrated care that addresses the mind, body, and spirit for our patients’ recovery and overall well-being.