Maryssa Jeanne Steffen

PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (PT)

Member Since: 2015

Original Join Date: 2015

2929 SUMMIT St Suite 208 Oakland, CA 94609 United States of America (USA)

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, solidarity, and anti-racist practice.

Education

UC Berkeley 2013

B.A. in Dance and Performance Studies

California State University, Northridge 2018

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Nickname

Maryssa

Preferred Pronouns

she/her

Practice Name

Bodyful Physical Therapy and Wellness

Practice Description

Anti-racist, trauma sensitive pelvic health for all gender identities and persistent complex pain

Areas of Expertise

Pregnancy & Postpartum, Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (DRA), Male Pelvic Health, Male Incontinence (Non-Surgical), Transgender Pelvic Health, Pelvic Oncology, Urinary Incontinence, Bowel Incontinence, Constipation, Osteoporosis, Sexual Health, Trauma Informed Care, Pelvic Pain, Fibromyalgia

Populations Treated

All gender identities, Women, Men, Intersex, Non-binary, Transgender men, Transgender women, Gender queer or gender fluid

Age Groups

Adult (18-59 years)

Patient Lifestyles and Occupations

Professional Athletes, Recreational Athletes, Physical Laborers, High-Stress Professions, Sedentary Individuals, Restricted Diets, People with Disabilities

Practice Setting

Outpatient Clinic/Private Practice, Wellness/Prevention/Sports/Fitness Center, Patient's Home/Home Care

Business Hours

M-Sat

Home Visits

Yes

Telehealth Offered

Yes

Languages Spoken

English

Payment Accepted

Cash-Based Services

University / College

California State University, Northridge [CA] (PT-00019)

ABPTS Board-Certified In

Women's Health