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
Pelvic and Women's Health
Bodyful Physical Therapy and Wellness
All gender identities, Women, Men, Intersex, Non-binary, Transgender men, Transgender women, Gender queer or gender fluid
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
Outpatient Clinic/Private Practice, Wellness/Prevention/Sports/Fitness Center, Patient's Home/Home Care
Anti-racist, trauma sensitive pelvic health for all gender identities and persistent complex pain