Maryssa Jeanne Steffen, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (PT)

Member Since: 2015

Original Join Date: 2015

Professional Bio

Dr. Maryssa is an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties certified Women’s Health clinical specialist and co-founder of Bodyful Physical Therapy and Wellness. She is originally from the Bay Area with 25 years of experience in somatic movement therapy practices including Feldenkrais and Body-Mind Centering®. She works with adult populations, with a focus on persistent, complex pelvic pain and trauma-sensitive care for all self-identified genders. She is enrolled in the Somatic Movement Educator (SME) program with the school for Body-Mind Centering®. This SME program is approved by the International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association (ISMETA). Dr. Maryssa’s practice is informed by her evolving embodiment and commitment to community bonding, accountability, and anti-racist practice.

Education

UC Berkeley 2013

B.A. in Dance and Performance Studies

California State University, Northridge 2018

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Preferred Pronouns

she/her

ABPTS Board-Certified In

Pelvic and Women's Health

Languages Spoken

English

Race

White (Not Hispanic)

Ethnicity

American, English, Irish, Swiss-German

Gender Identity Options

Woman

Practice Name

Bodyful Physical Therapy and Wellness

Current Practice Setting

Outpatient Clinic/Private Practice

Patient Populations Treated

All gender identities

What level of experience would you prefer your mentee to have?

Student (currently enrolled in a PT or PTA program), New Graduate (0–1 year post-graduation), Early-Career Professional (1–5 years post-graduation)