Dr. Karah is originally from Buffalo, NY and received a B.A. in Biology and Dance from Hobart and William Smith Colleges. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Columbia University. A dancer for more than 20 years, Karah believes in the power of movement and its connection to expression and the human experience. Karah is also a 200 hour registered yoga teacher after training in Ashtanga Vinyasa style in Thailand. She is certified in classic and contemporary mat and reformer Pilates techniques. Karah is currently studying Body-Mind Centering® with Mary Lou Seereiter. She focuses on evidence based care that pulls from comprehensive pain science and Polyvagal Theory. Karah uses skilled manual therapy as well as individualized and somatic exercise during sessions to promote sustainable change from the level of the nervous system. Karah engages in her own embodiment practices so she can show up grounded and present with clients. Expect a safe and collaborative environment when working with Dr. Karah.

Dr. Karah is originally from Buffalo, NY and received a B.A. in Biology and Dance from Hobart and... Read More

Dr. Maryssa is a board-certified Women’s Health clinical specialist. She is originally from the Bay Area with more than 20 years of experience in somatic and bodyful movement practices including Feldenkrais, Body-Mind Centering®, Laban Movement Analysis/Bartenieff Fundamentals, dance/somatic therapy, and dance improvisation. She received her B.A. in Dance and Performance Studies from U.C. Berkeley and her doctorate in physical therapy from California State University, Northridge. She treats pelvic health for adult populations, with a focus on persistent pain and pelvic floor dysfunction for all genders. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association’s Academy of Pelvic Health. She is trauma informed and sensitive to the needs for safety and comfort during the healing journey. Dr. Steffen uses movement systems diagnoses and skilled manual therapy to empower her clients with a fuller sense of body awareness, so that they may reach their goals and embody the dignity, grace, and pleasure they deserve.

Dr. Maryssa is a board-certified Women’s Health clinical specialist. She is originally from the B... Read More