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

ABPTS Board-Certified In

Pelvic and Women's Health

Languages Spoken

English

Practice Name

Bodyful Physical Therapy and Wellness

Business Hours

M-Sat

Populations Treated

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

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

Practice Setting

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

Practice Description

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

Home Visits

Yes