Ladies ..... this is the best kept secret for your health and recovery. Whether it is incontinence, uncomfortable sex, painful periods, pre or post pregnancy - you might want to see if pelvic floor therapy (PFT) might help you. Not only are they PFT, they are Orthopedic Physical Therapists which makes a huge difference in your care. Dr. Linda has created a personalized approach to heal women's bodies. She hosts free events at the Family Room along with fun events like the Vulva painting to connect women with specialists centered on supporting recovery from pregnancy and child birth. She is very passionate about supporting women and you feel it the moment you step into their office that this is a safe space for women to be open and get the support they need. Some quick tips before I get into the details: Parking - plenty in a private lot. Office staff - amazing! Mary and Davita are so sweet and they really care about each patient that comes in. Bedside manner - amazing since each Provider is trained directly by Dr. Linda who founded Feminocentric and created her 12 week care plan. Billing and insurance - most likely out of pocket. They provide super bills. Yes, they are pricey but worth it if you want a personal, progressive experience and are comfortable venturing out of your in-network plan. Here's my experience and backstory: I had so much pain after my eight week recovery from childbirth; I couldn't sit down or walk much without pain; I couldn't even lift or hold my baby for more than 10 minutes; I could barely lift the car seat or a stroller; and lastly, I felt sharp pain in my lower belly that was not getting better. My baby was only going to get heavier and I could not hold her, I was devastated. I needed to get better. My OBGYN referred me to PFT for my in network insurance. After my initial internal assessment, I was given exercises and was on my way. My visit was 30 minutes and I left in so much more pain. The exercises was not improving but worsening my condition. Worse yet, the follow up was three months away! I went to two other pelvic floor clinics and felt worse after the visits and I wasn't getting better. Similarly, the next visit was weeks away. My visits were less than an hour and I felt judged, rushed and I left in more pain than when I started. I turned to Yelp and was so fortunate to find FeminoCentric. Mary answered my call and was so patient and kind; she listened to what I needed and booked four weekly visits right away for me. She also was very personable and asked how I was doing - she really cared about me as a person. This sort of personalized care has continued throughout my visits with Mary and Davita and I feel like I'm going to my parent's house every time I walk in the door or when I call the office. During my initial assessment with Dr. Linda, she did a very thorough Q&A about my pregnancy, birth and post-partum care. During the internal exam, she was very communicative about what was going to happen and asked my permission and constantly checked how I was doing. Unlike other PFT, Dr. Linda helped me to release the tension in my pelvic floor and I was able to lift my baby, the car seat and the stroller after three sessions! I was able to walk and sit comfortably. My life was changed! I really liked that they want to see you weekly and each session progresses from the previous session and you do feel the results of your hard work and their program. I learned that a lot of the lower body is all connected and starting from strengthening your pelvic floor. I decided to do the entire 12 weeks because I wanted to strengthen my core and go back to running. I was able to start jogging at 6 months after giving birth. In addition to pelvic floor, I saw Dr. Danielle who helped me with mastitis. She gave me tips on how to care for myself along with gentle exercises to keep my progression with my PFT that was not too exhausting. Lastly, I was re-injured from a car accident and as Orthopedic Physical Therapists, they are able to treat my whole body. All the doctors are really great and I love the approach of releasing tension before training the muscles. I look forward to each of my appointments which I still think is strange, and that says a lot if they create an environment that is welcoming and comfortable for a doctor's office. read more

Chloe is my therapist and she is so patient and detailed with my personal regimen. She always takes the time to listen to my symptoms and curate a personal exercise routine. read more

I feel incredibly lucky to have had Dr. Danielle as part of my postpartum journey. I was initially very nervous to begin pelvic floor PT, but she immediately put my mind at ease. Dr. Danielle is informative, kind, patient, and deeply understanding. She provided me with practical stretches and targeted pelvic work that helped alleviate my postpartum aches and made me feel like myself again. I especially appreciated how each session was intentional and tailored to my specific progress that week. The results I've seen over the last 12 weeks have been amazing. I am extremely grateful for Dr. Danielle and the team at FeminoCentric! read more

Being assessed by a pelvic floor therapist before birth and postpartum should be an essential part of care for all birthing persons. I wasn't able to find a therapist before birth but at ~2 years postpartum I am grateful I found Feminocentric. I got paired up with Dr. Tabitha Lin to help me reconnect with my pelvic floor and we did exactly that at more. My experience started off with a comprehensive evaluation, the results and goals to work on based off the findings. I appreciated the targeted exercises each week and Dr. Tabitha made sure I was doing them correctly which ensured proper carryover at home (progress is made outside of the clinicians office). I was only able to squeeze in a limited amount of sessions but we were able to establish a plan of care that still helped me meet my desired goals. And I have a list of exercises and videos to keep doing to maintain the progress I have made. I really appreciated Dr. Tabitha's expertise, bedside manners, and the way she explained each area we were working on. I truly enjoyed working with her. Tips: Parking: There is decent sized parking lot but allot for at least an extra 5-10 minutes your first visit to park and find the location (maybe 15 to be safe) It is private pay. They provide a superbill. Whether or not your insurance will reimburse I think varies greatly. But I still think the out of pocket expense is worth it for your overall well being even if its just a few sessions. read more

First, a few things about me: in the last 10 years, I have given birth to 5 kids, gone through a twin pregnancy, and went back to work between all those pregnancies, diagnosed with SI joint dysfunction and bladder prolapse, and went through 6 months of PT before throwing my back yet again. And it was this recurring pain that got me searching for a pelvic floor therapist and the closest one (40 min away) to me was this office. But even from the moment I called to inquire, I was supported and listened to carefully. My pain mattered, and could definitely be addressed. Dr. Danielle was so gentle and encouraging and completely understanding through it all. My therapy extended past 12 sessions, and I am proud and maybe even a little in disbelief to write that we have successfully rehabbed my SI joint and prolapse. I feel so much gratitude for finding this office in particular and wish the same results if not more for you reading this. read more

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I completed a 12-week pelvic floor therapy program with Dr. Jessica Apolinar in May, just before returning to work -- and I can't say enough good things about the experience. From day one, Dr. Jessica made me feel incredibly comfortable, heard, and supported during every visit. Her approach is warm, professional, and empowering -- which made a huge difference during such a vulnerable time postpartum. The stretches and exercises she recommended were practical and effective, and I saw real results. My tailbone pain, which had been a lingering issue since delivery, significantly improved thanks to her care. I truly can't believe pelvic floor therapy isn't standard care for all new moms -- it absolutely should be. I highly recommend Dr. Jessica and this practice to any new mama looking to heal and regain confidence in her body. You don't have to live with pain or discomfort -- help is out there, and this is the place to start. read more

I worked with Tabitha both before and after giving birth - the entire experience was incredibly helpful and I'd highly recommend her for anyone considering pelvic floor PT! Before my delivery, her assessment and feedback on how I was doing helped me make personalized adjustments that I would not have been able to figure out from just watching videos online. She also taught my husband several counter pressure techniques to use with me. Despite being a first-time mom, I felt confident going into my delivery and all of our sessions made a massive difference in how smooth my delivery ended up being! After birth, I didn't have any major tearing (which I attribute to the pre-birth sessions!) but we worked on re-training and strengthening my pelvic floor to avoid future issues. I also had pain with my wrist/thumb and wanted to get back into rock climbing - Tabitha always checked in on how I was feeling and adjusted what we focused on to match my goals. If I ever struggled with an exercise, she'd meet me where I was by explaining it in different ways or customizing it to better suit me. I left feeling like I had good control over my body and could start doing all of the activities I wanted to get back to! Tabitha has such a deep understanding of the pelvic floor and all of the muscles that connect to it - it was invaluable to work with her to learn how to build up better control and release tension. She's also just an amazing human and I found myself really sad to be done at the end of my PT journey. Outside of the sessions themselves, Davida was also very professional, warm, and accommodating when it came to rescheduling appointments! read more

If you think PT/PFPT isn't for you - think again! I'm so grateful I changed from another office to Dr. Jessica at FeminoCentric. It's really hard as a patient to venture outside of your "in-network" providers but if you can, it can make or break your experience. Your body is the only one you get and as a mom I'm responsible for a whole family. You need to give yourself the best care and you can still bill your insurance out of network. I was at an in network office and felt like I wasn't making any progress in my pp recovery and in fact feeling WORSE. I had a minimal exam and then got sent to their assistant for a majority of the appointment for exercise. If that's your experience with PT, trust me IT CAN BE DIFFERENT AND BETTER! Dr. Jessica did an extremely thorough exam and was just so compassionate and conscientious. I did a 12 session program and healed several issues through my PT. I was not a perfect patient by any means and my treatment was still effective in healing my issues! I can take care of my family, don't feel like pain at work, and am so much stronger. I'm looking forward to continue working on some strengthening to advance my exercise routine! I'd highly recommend Dr Jessica :)! read more

While pregnant, I developed pain in my pelvis that persisted after I gave birth. The pain made it difficult to walk and do normal activities, and I couldn't accept that my new normal would include chronic pain. My OBGYN referred me to pelvic floor physical therapy and after doing my own search, I found Feminocentric Physical Therapy. I was initially hesitant to start pelvic floor PT because of the time commitment with a newborn, but I'm so glad I did! I completed 12 weeks of pelvic floor PT with Dr. Tabitha Lin at the end of 2024. Tabitha guided me through all the exercises, showed me the anatomy of the pelvic floor, and provided thorough explanations to the treatment methods. With pelvic floor PT, there are also some exercises and work done internally, which can feel a little awkward at first, but Tabitha made my PT sessions extremely comfortable. At the start of my PT journey, I had weak pelvic muscles and a weak core; I wasn't able to hold a Kegel and I felt sharp pains through the different layers of my pelvis. By the end of PT, I was able to do normal activities and walk without pelvic pain, able to perform and hold strong Kegels, and felt my pelvic and core muscles were so much stronger. Had I known that pelvic floor PT would be life changing, I would've done it sooner. If you have pelvic pain and are considering pelvic floor PT, I highly recommend Feminocentric. Thank you Dr. Tabitha for healing me and getting me back to normal! read more

I went to see Tabitha for pelvic floor therapy after my second child and had a great experience. She provided practical services and helped me with exercises to continue to strengthen my pelvic floor. I especially appreciated the recordings so I could use them in the future. She was also very patient and understanding while I juggled a full (and young) household, a full-time job, and therapy. I appreciated how professional and approachable she was as a therapist. I recommend this clinic for anyone looking for a smaller, more intimate practice with knowledgeable and kind therapists. read more

To my fellow females dealing with Vaginismus (tightened muscles resulting in painful intercourse)... I urge you to make the investment with Feminocentric!! I recently finished the 12-week program with provider Dr. Tabitha Lin and cannot recommend her highly enough! I would give 10 stars if I could. During my weekly visits, Tabitha graciously walked me through a variety of stretches, exercises, and internal dilator work. Throughout the whole process, she was incredibly informative and encouraged constant self reflection and awareness of emotions. Vaginismus is just as much physical as it is psychological and emotional. My biggest takeaway: Trust. The. Process. I wasn't sure if I was seeing results at first, but had a true breakthrough in the last month I spent at Feminocentric. I can now joyfully share that my partner and I have intercourse that is NOT painful for me. Feminocentric taught me tools that have truly changed my life and approach to sex. Thank you Tabitha and Feminocentric! I am so grateful. read more

Six months after having a baby, I was still dealing with surprise leaks so my OBGYN recommended a pelvic floor specialist, and I was lucky to be matched with Danielle Race at Feminocentric. She's a gem--kind, thoughtful, and patient. She somehow made pelvic floor therapy something I looked forward to. We worked together for several months. Not only did she help me understand what was happening, but she also gave me useful exercises specific to my situation to do at home between sessions. She also helped with other postpartum aches like my wrists, legs, and foot. I loved that I had the full hour with just her each session, and the care model at Feminocentric is amazing--one provider, one-on-one, every time. They also provided me with a superbill after each visit, which made it easy to submit claims to my PPO insurance for partial reimbursement. Highly recommend Danielle and the team at Feminocentric! read more

A very long overdue review for Feminocentric---I have been working w/ them since 2022 from my postpartum journey with my first born. My OB referred me to them and to work on pelvic physical therapy because I was experiencing UTI-like symptoms about 2-3 months after I gave birth (I got tested multiple times and did not have any traces of UTI). I started off with a very helpful phone consultation w/ Dr. Linda who was really understanding and open to learn about my issues before jumping into this new pelvic PT world. I was paired with Dr. Danielle, and I almost don't want to specify how great she is because I don't want her to book up lol but she is amazing. I ended up working with Danielle during my postpartum journey after my 1st born and prenatal journey with my 2nd child. Danielle was intentional with all of her care plans and curated interventions/exercises that was specific to each visit based on specific pains/issues I was going through that week. Danielle also became familiar with my physical limitations and skills and would offer me either more challenging or modification exercises to truly work on my whole body supporting the pelvic floor. I also appreciated them offering to film the exercises we went through therefore I can review it at home and be accountable for the work we did together. Lastly, I worked w/ Dr. Jessica the day before my induction date and ended up being one of the best decisions I made. I had a lot of nerves and anxiety leading up to my induction, and Dr. Jessica listened to my concerns with a lot of patience and quickly came up with a very well thought out care plan that I could also take with me to the labor and delivery room. What I really appreciated was the doable range of exercises I could work on with my physical limitations being 40+ weeks pregnant which helped instill a level of confidence in me to my induction appointment. Spoiler alert: I ended up having a healthy delivery with my 2nd child, and cannot recommend enough to work on your pelvic floor during your prenatal/postpartum journey! read more

I am loving my time at FeminoCentric! Dr. Danielle has made me feel so comfortable and prepared as we get closer to welcoming our first child. I'm looking forward to continuing our prep and will definitely be back postpartum. Can't recommend them enough!! read more

My wife had a wonderful experience with Danielle. She taught both of us so much about preparing for labor and made us much more confident as we continue our journey. She is very knowledgeable, professional and kind. read more

To all the people with uteruses who are seeking a clinic for Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for vaginismus, pre and post-natal care, and whatever else you may need it for, I genuinely can not recommend Feminocentric enough. The empathy extended to me by the Office and Patient Care Managers, Davida and Roselle, respectively, put me at ease for the first few sessions I had at the clinic. I've had the pleasure of working with 3 of their 4 physical therapists (primarily Dr. Jessica) over the 10-month journey to treat my Vaginismus through physical therapy, and they are absolutely diamonds in the rough. They were so compassionate, conscientious, and knowledgeable. It takes a lot of time and effort to see results, but it is truly worth it, and the guidance I had from Dr. Jessica, Dr. Danielle, and Dr. Tabitha has been invaluable. I do not think that I would have made it to this point without them. I cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for the staff at Feminocentric. The service they provide is so invaluable to people like me. Thank you to Davida, Roselle, Dr. Jessica, Dr. Danielle, Dr. Tabitha, and Dr. Sayyad for providing a safe space for everyone and providing an irreplaceable service. Thank you so much for helping me and so many others. I will always be so grateful for everything you have done for me. read more

This an awesome physical therapy office that caters to women ! I especially like the availability for working women and empowering women to get physically strong. read more

Danielle is the best! She's been helping me recover postpartum following my second baby and I couldn't be happier with the results so far (currently about 6 weeks in). I've had not only improvements to issues related to pelvic floor (soreness, incontinence), but also reduced pain in my back, hips, upper thighs. This PT is really comprehensive in treating all of my postpartum issues, which is more than I was anticipating! Also, Danielle is super approachable and great at explaining what she's doing/recommending & why, which I really appreciate. Highly recommend! read more

I strongly recommend the FeminoCentric PTs. Dr Danielle is gentle and encouraging, and deeply listened to my concerns and goals. I am amaze by the progress I made in the first 3 weeks, and how I progressed from there. It's never too late to address issues related to quality of life, and I should have gone if sooner. read more

I was referred here from Village Birth from the childbirth class. So glad I came here. I wanted to be prepared for childbirth and postpartum. Dr. Sayyad is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and knows how to explain concepts in an easy to understand way. I'm not a very active or physically in shape person, but she was gentle and kind with showing me the different exercises I could do to help prepare myself for both a vaginal delivery or a C-section. I learned so much from my sessions here, and am looking forward to coming back after my delivery to continue my sessions. The office is very easy to get to, right off the 210 and plenty of parking in a giant parking lot. read more

I had the best experience with Danielle during my pregnancy and postpartum. I started seeing her early in my second trimester and she helped make my pregnancy as smooth and pain-free as possible. She also did a birth prep session where my husband joined and we learned techniques for pain relief, pushing, etc. I'm so grateful I did pelvic floor physical therapy during my pregnancy to help prevent any issues. I still do some of the exercises and utilize the breathing techniques when I'm working out to keep my pelvic floor healthy. I have no complications postpartum, and can't thank Danielle enough! read more

Phenomenal care! This team is spectacular and super helpful to me! My body is healing and they gave me tools I've needed! I love Feminocentric! read more

I just finished my 12 sessions of physical therapy with Dr. Jessica. I came to Feminocentric PT with sciatica pain and pelvic pain after the birth of my second child. Dr. Jessica listened well to all my complains and was very thorough to address all my complications. I'm happy that say that I have much less pain than before and that I am much aware of the source of my pain. I also want to mention that the office worked really hard to accommodate me with any schedule changes since life is much more complicate with two kids. read more

At my first postpartum checkup my OB said I had diastasis recti (ab wall separation) & before I could go back to exercising the way I used to (pre-pregnancy), I needed to heal my ab separation & strengthen my pelvic floor, or it could potentially cause more damage. This was my first pregnancy, so I had no idea of how to take care of my body postpartum. FeminoCentric was the first on the list of suggested PT centers in Pasadena. After looking up some reviews & locations of the different PT centers my OB recommended, I decided to start PT here, & I'm so happy that I did. I went into PT with no knowledge of how pregnancy impacts pelvic floor function & how that affects core; I remember just wanting to complete my 12 weeks of PT, so that I could start working out again & get back to being healthy & fit--to feel more like myself. The center itself is clean, well-organized, & has a huge window with a beautiful view of the mountains. Parking is also super easy, which is a plus in Pasadena. I was told if I ever needed to bring my baby to a PT session, there would be someone there to care for her while I completed my session. Roselle, the office manager, always greeted me by name when I walked in, explained the payment plans to me very clearly, & addressed all my questions about scheduling. She was always friendly & kind & made me feel welcomed at every appointment. For my actual PT, I worked with Dr. Jermaine & she was absolutely amazing. She is so knowledgeable & just educated/guided me on how the pelvic floor works, its connection to the abdominals/core, how to breathe properly when exercising & showed me exercises to do to heal my diastasis--every week the exercises progressed. Not only is Dr. Jermaine well-versed in the specifics of PT for postpartum care, but she was incredibly supportive, & demonstrated so much patience & compassion on days I needed it the most. I had a session once a week & would look forward to it every week. After I completed my 12 weeks of PT, I was actually a little sad it was over because I had gained so much from this place & had only positive experiences. I'm working out again, & slowly starting to feel more like myself thanks to this PT center for building such a strong foundation. read more

I went to Feminocentric postpartum and I'm so incredibly happy I did. Dr. Danielle helped me so much with getting my body back into shape, addressing my pain, and just giving me the confidence with my postpartum body in all different areas of life. She taught me so much and made every session so enjoyable. She really listened to my needs and addressed each and every one of them thoroughly in such a gentle and encouraging manner. She really helped me feel comfortable and at ease. I really think every woman needs pelvic floor therapy, and this is the place to get it. I definitely will be back in the future! read more

I was referred to this office by my OB during my pregnancy and I am so glad that I knew about this. Although it is an investment, pelvic floor physical therapy really should be standard maternal care. I worked with Dr. Tabitha for the last few months and she genuinely made this a worthwhile experience. She was knowledgeable, respectful, and always made it a point to check in to see how I was feeling to ensure that I was comfortable. Very grateful to her and the office for helping me get ready to have a baby. Definitely recommend! read more

Each session is super informative and helpful, and its very easy to schedule appointments. They send a super bill for insurance as well. My only concern is the lack of cleanliness. The yoga mats, stretch bands/balls are never wiped down once other clients are done with them and I haven't seen anyone using sanitizer between clients either. read more

Dr. Jessica is amazing and she's fantastic at what she does! I came in for a specific pelvic floor issue and not only was she able to diagnose and help treat my problem, she made me realize that I was dealing with another chronic pelvic floor issue. She's really improved my quality of life and helped me build better habits that I will keep for life. She even corrected some of the movements that I was doing wrongly at my other (ortho) PT. I was nervous coming here because I didn't know what to expect, but every interaction I had made me feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. They didn't take insurance when I was a patient but it's 100% worth it. Thank you Dr. Jessica! :) read more

I came to FeminoCentric when I was five months pregnant. I am so grateful I got to work with Dr. Jessica. She gave me lots of great insight and exercises to help minimize and prevent pregnancy symptoms. I also worked with her for the four session birth prep series. The 12 week postpartum series has been life changing, literally! My baby is in the 95th percentile, and I started having a lot of back pain by the time she was two months old due to weak abs and pelvic floor. I also had a few other postpartum complications that were painful. I am extremely active, and it was a huge and daunting goal to get back to the level of activity that I did before getting pregnant. Now at the end of 12 weeks, I feel strong and ready to get back to the things I love. The front desk staff, Roselle and Davida, were always extremely helpful. Roselle provided an excellent overview of information on the discovery call, and Davida even rocked my baby on days that she was unsettled during my appointments! They provided my superbills in a timely manner so that I could submit them to my insurance for reimbursement. My particular insurance did not cover as much as I had hoped, but the out-of-pocket expense was more than worth it. Thank you so much to Dr. Jessica and all the staff at FeminoCentric for giving me the tools I need to thrive after giving birth!! read more

I was referred to Feminicentric by my OBGYN during my pregnancy. I started seeing Dr Jessica at the end of my pregnancy and have continued to see her during postpartum. My only regret is that I didn't start sooner! Pregnancy took a hard toll on my body and Dr Jessica has been instrumental in my healing and strengthening journey. I couldn't sing her praises more. She has worked with my unique needs and has helped me feel more confident in safely building back my strength and addressing the pain and challenges I faced. The office is lovely and staff is so helpful. Pelvic floor PT with this office and Dr Jessica, in my opinion, is a MUST. So grateful for this team! read more

My experience with Dr. Danielle and Dr. Linda has been exceptional. Both women are educated, well versed in the best and most current methods of postpartum treatment, are thorough, patient and so very helpful. I wish I had known that they existed while pregnant because I had a very difficult time both physically and emotionally. They have addressed myriad issues that I'm experiencing, from a previous injury that has been exacerbated by breastfeeding to fairly severe Diastasis Recti. I think that a lot of people come in expecting to miraculously feel better by one session and while this is not the case, with time, effort and patience I've really seen the results. Their work is so valuable. They have provided something that was previously elusive to me in the healing process...and that is hope. Postpartum care is extremely lacking and leaves many women, such as myself, feeling anxious and helpless. Advocate for yourself and go see them today! Your journey of healing will begin as soon as you step foot inside their doors. read more

I had an honestly life changing experience here. I didn't know what exactly to expect, but I heard great things about pelvic floor therapy. I was 3 months post c section when I started and was feeling kind of helpless with my healing process. Dr. Jessica was extremely knowledgeable, kind and flexible. I'm way stronger and confident in my body since completely my 12 weeks and I highly recommend to anyone unsure about starting therapy here. & you can bring your little one with you and still get the attention and care you need! read more

After having my second child, I felt like my body was broken in new and interesting ways. The folks at Feminocentric were amazing and helped me reconnect with my body and rebuild my strength. I deeply appreciated the one-on-one care, detailed explanations, and customized PT plan. I feel like I can keep doing these exercises on my own for a long time to come, but I wouldn't hesitate to come back here for services in the future. read more

Forever grateful to have found Feminocentric to help with my diastasis recti! At 10 months postpartum, I was feeling very weak and was not able to carry my baby for more than a few minutes. I had no idea - until meeting Dr. Linda at a Seeds of Motherhood pelvic floor workshop - that I had a pretty significant diastasis recti. After just 1 session, I felt immediately better and was able to carry my baby without significant pain or weakness. I ended up doing the 12 session package with 3 different therapists - Dr. Linda, Dr. Jessica, and Dr. Jermaine. Each therapist had different styles/personalities and were helpful for my recovery. They listened to my problem areas, which could vary week to week, and helped craft exercises and a plan to help me. Highly recommend pregnant women and postpartum mamas to come here to help heal and strengthen their bodies. read more

Recently started physical therapy after giving birth and am already starting to notice improvements. Dr. Jessica is super friendly and knowledgeable! Finally feeling hopeful about my postpartum recovery. read more

Great customized physical therapy program that got me feeling more like myself much faster.

What can I say? This place changed my life. I had emergency surgery for a perforated colon in Jan 2021. April 2022, I had another surgery to remove the colostomy that I needed to heal from the first surgery. THAT is when my problems started. I have Parkinson's and for those of you that do not know, Parkinson's causes your bowls to be slower. Mine were plain not wanting to work at all. The average person risks slower bowels any time they have surgery, especially abdominal surgery. This is something I learned after my second surgery, so a person with Parkinson's it is even worse. I was constipated, bloated, miserable, and had a significant hernia. For months and months, I tried everything my GI suggested, she finally suggested pelvic therapy. That was the last "trick up her sleeve" and she said there was nothing else she could do for me. Since my medical insurance did not cover such therapy, it would have to come out of pocket. I found Feminocentric on Google and Yelp. I had no idea what I was really looking for. But my GI said pelvic therapy and that is what they do. Don't be fooled, pregnancy is not their only focus. They do physical therapy. I was drawn to the fact it was a female business. It made me feel safe to expose the horrible scars on my stomach. My first visit was like a miracle. I met with Dr Danielle, she told me the hernia that I was told I had was actually a muscle separation. Very much like the separation during a pregnancy. But mine was quite significant and it was above my belly button. I could not believe how must better I felt after that first visit. I was more than happy to pay whatever it was going to cost. I almost felt normal. After about the third visit, I had lost 2" of my bloated belly. I was not as constipated, and I was sleeping better. If you do the work, it works. After two and a half months of my therapy, we sold our house and moved out of state. I honestly thought I was good. I got lazy and didn't do any of my exercises for nearly a month. I was thrown back into my bloat and constipation again. Luckily, all I needed was a few video sessions with Dr Danielle, and things started to go back to my new normal. I wish I could be back in So. Cal and visit this incredible place weekly. But I really don't need to go there. I just need to discipline myself to follow the exercise videos that we made during my time there and keep going on my own. Dr Danielle even made me a goal chart to follow. I have to admit. I'm not doing as much as I should be, but I am working at it. Still unpacking and learning my new home and state. But it would not be possible if I didn't have Dr Danielle's help. I am so grateful for this place and Dr Danelle Race. read more

After seeing specialist after specialist, and even trying PT at another facility, I sought out looking for a practitioner knowledgeable about my IC diagnosis and experience treating patients with this chronic issue. Pelvic floor physical therapy was my last resort! How I wish I knew about it sooner!!!! Dr. Danielle Race was the missing puzzle piece to my treatment journey! I've finally found relief from the phantom UTI pain I have been experiencing for almost two years, and the frequent burning sensation has also subsided substantially and I still have appointments left. I'm so appreciative of Dr. Race's approach. I feel heard and supported, and she is clearly an expert in the field! She is very knowledgeable and developed a clear treatment plan to address problem areas I was not even aware of and tied to my pain. I also appreciate that the treatment plan included recording me doing the specific exercises so that I can reference them beyond my sessions. They have also added red light therapy as a part of treatment which is an added bonus!! Roselle was also very helpful when I first called and was learning more about pelvic floor physical therapy. She explained the practice so well and made me feel comfortable. I called several places doing my research and the reviews are right! FeminoCentric is amazing. While I had to pay out of pocket, it was the best investment with ACTUAL results. I'm so happy I made the decision to find pelvic floor therapy that specializes in treating IC. Thank you Dr. Race and Feminocentric! read more

I was referred to FeminoCentric by my OB and was a bit skeptical and hesitant at first, especially since they are out of network and do not take insurance. But I wanted to get a better handle on my pain and recovery that was a result of a traumatic birth, so I took that first step and booked the appointment. First off, Dr. Linda called that same-day and explained her approach over the phone and booked me for my first appointment. It is a total of about 12 sessions, once a week and I didn't think I would recover in that short time. My OB said anywhere from 6-8 months, even up to a year to fully recover. But here I am, past the initial phase and I'm feeling infinitely better just a few sessions in. I'm so happy with my progress. I'm almost there. My pain diminished significantly and my movement is back. I can do normal life things without struggle. Even my back pain is almost gone with their holistic, whole body approach to recovery. I highly recommend them, so much, that I continue to pay out of pocket for treatment and look forward to my sessions. They know what they're talking about and explain all the different muscle interactions very well and know just what to do to address your problem areas. They're moms themselves so they fully understand what we as patients are going through. You do need to put in some work. But I felt like I did very minimal work (finding time is hard with a newborn) but even 1 extra day, even a few minutes here and there help significantly, since their approach is pretty targeted to trouble areas. If you need a pelvic floor specialist, go here. The staff is super sweet, and Dr's Linda and Danielle are the best. As fellow moms, they also provided some awesome advice to this first time mom. I'm so glad I came here. read more

I love going to Feminocentric. Dr. Jessica and Dr. Linda have been so helpful to prepare my body for birth and address any issues I've had due to changes or past injuries. I would highly recommend pairing visits here with visits to the OB. I'm so glad my OB recommended this as part of my birth prep. I look forward to continuing my journey with them and feel lucky to have them with me for postpartum needs. read more