I've been coming to Daniella since April, 2018. I came with back and neck injuries, bulging and…read moreherniated discs, knees that had had multiple surgeries and pain seemingly everywhere! She is meticulous. She knows the human body like no one else I've ever known. Her knowledge of Pilates, physical therapy, and manual therapy is so extensive that once she determines what the problem is, she knows exactly how to fix it. And she DOES fix it! Between Covid and some family losses, I was unable to come for my sessions for about 4 months. I'm back with Daniella now, and I sure can tell the difference! The pain is under control again, I'm much stronger and I have a greater range of motion! If you need a physical therapist, or just want to keep your body strong, flexible and less prone to injury, I can't recommend Daniella more highly!

I'm currently training for my first 50K race, and have struggled for months with what I thought was…read morea hamstring issue. I went to see Daniella based on the recommendation of my wife, who had worked with Daniella with great success on problems with her hips and legs. Daniella almost immediately identified my issue as a problem in the piriformis, NOT the hamstring, and began a course of treatment that in just a few visits had me out on the trails running with absolutely no pain for the first time in a long time. Daniella has what is, in my experience at least, a really unique way to approach your problems. She identifies the underlying cause of the issue, and then combines Pilates, strengthening exercises and massage to gradually return your body to a more healthy state. One of the great things that she includes in her treatment is that she will email you videos she takes during your session, so that you can see the proper way to do the strengthening exercises at home, and this allows you to really work on your particular area of weakness in between visits to Daniella. In addition to all this, Daniella is an absolute delight to be around, and her studio is a beautiful and peaceful place. As with any physical therapy, you'll get out of it what you put into it, but if you're willing to do the work that's necessary to help your body get better, you will not find a better physical therapist than Daniella!

Pilates classes are excellent! Expert instruction. Teachers are trained by Zeina Griffoni who is a…read morephysical therapist as well as Pilates master. Very helpful, detailed instruction and correction of positions and movements. Highly recommend this studio.

I was referred to Synergy+ by my primary care doctor in Marin, who said that Zeina is the best…read morephysical therapist he has encountered in his entire career. He said she has a true talent for understanding the human body and how to heal it. Based on my own experience now, I wholeheartedly agree! Zeina was able to really "see" the problems I was having and get to the root of what was causing them. Through her approach and exercise program, I have made huge improvements - more than I thought possible when I started! I've also taken both group and private Pilates classes at the studio, and the instructors are all excellent. The group classes are small enough that the instructors really pay attention to your form and make corrections as needed. Plus the whole studio has a lovely zen vibe - and beautiful natural light - that makes every visit an energizing experience. Highly recommend!

Ewa is the one of the best physical therapists I've ever come across - and the only one who's…read morereally been able to help me at all with the chronic pain issues I've got from several sources. I was a little skeptical at first because the name sounded a bit funky, but it's actually Ewa's initials (Ewa Zaborosky) - and turns out to be a great predictor, in a way, as well as a great marketing device. This was indeed "easy" rehab - as these things go. Ewa has a wealth of knowledge of different sources of physical (and balance) problems and solutions, and a kind and gentle way about her that has been hugely helpful, unlike some of the "drill sargeant" types I've seen before. She has a very lighthearted and playful sense of humor that always brightened the day. Most importantly, she actually got me restrengthened without aggravating other problems, which is really saying something - and helped me tremendously with the balance issues. The exercise portion of her work is primarily Pilates-focused, which is a marvelous system for both athletes and regular people of all ages, but she also brings in many other techniques. This is not "sports medicine" PT that looks like typical commercial gyms, and is thus much more helpful for those with issues like arthritis, along with strokes and various other nonorthopedic problems, but even injured athletes would benefit tremendously, since that system was initially developed for elite dancers. For those times when the kinks just won't work themselves out, and early in the course of therapy before physical exercise is appropriate, Ewa is exceptionally skilled in hands-on techniques, and has a marvelous articulating table that really helps keep the pressure off the bad parts and keep everything at angles that work best. She has truly got magic hands, and a range of other soft tissue modalities that together seem to just smooth away pain and stiffness. She holds a PhD in physical therapy (I hadn't even known such a thing existed!), and is always going to different continuing education classes, so you are always assured that she is up to date on the latest. Sue is also a very skilled therapist who was equally helpful in other ways, and Iona, the receptionist, and Jeff, the fitness trainer, round out the regular crew, all of whom are always just terrific and as nice as can be. They also offer private Pilates lessons and a monthly membership that allows ongoing use of the facilities once discharged from formal PT, which is quite a bargain considering how few local gyms even allow access to the Pilates equipment at all without signing up for expensive classes, which, once you know what you're doing, are just not necessary all the time.

I am a return patient most recently for physical therapy post knee surgery. I find Ewa very…read moreexperienced, knowledgeable and very friendly. She makes physical therapy easy and enjoyable. It really is EASY REHAB! The receptionist , Denise, is really nice too.

Major continuity of care problem, please call your insurance if you are having problems with Active…read moreMarin PT switching out insurance rapidly at the end of 2025 or billing you a ton for appointments you booked before 12/28/25. I learned this behavior is not allowed and violates both patient notice requirements as well as Continuity of Care laws and No Surprise laws in the state of California. Forcing a post-surgical patient in severe pain to make a rushed financial decision at the front desk is considered administrative coercion and poor medical ethics. I had foot surgery in mid November and was referred for post-surgical PT for hip and low back at my 12/22/25 follow up with my surgeon, due to issues that developed from an uneven gait in the walking boot. I contacted my insurance for referrals and was referred to Active Marin PT as well as a few others that were IN NETWORK. I was in pain and not sleeping well, so when I called Active Marin PT on 12/23/25, and was booked in for eight appointments beginning 12/29/25, I was very relieved. In my booking call, I provided my insurance information and Active Marin PT confirmed they were IN NETWORK. I showed up, in pain, on 12/29/25 and was told verbally that Active Marin PT had ended their contract with my insurance the day before, 12/28/25, but Active Marin PT would file something called a "gap form" on my behalf to bring their services back IN NETWORK. I was very confused as I had been booked for eight (8) appointments before they ended their contract on 12/28/25, and because PT was part of my post-surgical care. And I had made sure with Active Marin PT that I was IN NETWORK. I was induced to continue with care because Active Marin PT stated a plan (the "gap form") to deal with their contractual changes so my services would be covered In Network. Importantly, no one from Active Marin PT contacted me BEFORE of my appointment to explain they had cancelled their office's contract with my insurance (Blue Shield of CA, not a small provider) and obtain my consent to different charges or give me alternative options. I was instructed to keep my three appointments that week and wait out the gap form, and frankly I was in terrible pain that was making it hard to walk, and needed help at that point. I have since learned that the medical provider must give written notice to all patients when a master insurance plan is changed. I also learned that the Continuity of Care doctrine means my care continues for a period of time at In Network rates due to the booking date of 12/23/25, and I learned about the Post Surgical Care laws. Both laws disallow Balance Billing, or upcharging the patient to enrich the medical practice above what insurance allows. I followed up daily on the "gap form" both with my insurance and with Active Marin PT; after the first week (3 appointments) I became concerned about the lack of progress and I cancelled the rest of my appointments. The reception did not seem to have a handle on when or how the gap form might be resolved. I also asked how billing was going to be handled and no one seemed to know. I moved on to an In Network PT who is great, but I had to wait a while to get in for care. Active Marin's behavior cost me additional time in pain. Flash forward - not only did Active Marin PT NOT bill for the three visits at In Network rates ($15 per visit for me, total $45), they Balance Billed a total of $590 for three appointments. Before I knew the laws, I offered to negotiate the bill. Per my insurance, these appointments would have cost me $15 per, or $45 total. I offered $250 (5X what my bill would have been to try and be fair) in resolution. While I understand business contracts can change, Active Marin PT owed me full and complete disclosure of this change BEFORE booking me in for 8 appointments, taking me on an emotional roller coaster while in pain, confusing me with insurance jargon, and forcing me to start my care over, all while Balance Billing and violating California Continuity of Care Laws and California Post-Surgical Care Laws. Active Marin PT refused to even discuss the problem or work out a solution with me, instead inserting their billing coordinator into a quasi-lawyer position to go back and forth with me. It is important for the community to take extra steps with this business and triple check insurance contracts have not changed before each appointment or risk expensive and fake Balance Bills and a dismissive and rude attitude. If this happened to you, please file a complaint with your insurance company so you do not pay false and expensive Balance Bills like I did. I am out $590 and a lot of headache due to this bad behavior.

Super impressed with Active Marin Physical Therapy. I elected to go there based on Yelp reviews and…read morehave not been disappointed. I went in for lower back and sciatica pain. The physical therapists are all highly skilled, professional, and knowledgeable. I love the online system for tracking exercises and watching videos to ensure you're doing them correctly. I've been very pleased with Ming & Nikki.

I've been taking private and group classes with Laura for years and she has had a huge positive…read moreimpact on my life. I came to her with a chronic pain and a couple of injuries that I had been told were unfixable. Immediately, I had a daily routine that got me out of pain, which was a huge relief. As we have worked together, I have gotten so much stronger and have so much more mobility. I have been able to go back to every activity that doctors told me I would have to stop. There are also online classes that Laura offers on her website that make it possible to practice at home or when traveling, which is such a great resource. Laura is a font of knowledge when it comes to all things anatomy and wellness in general and I feel so lucky to have met her! Cannot recommend joyful movement enough.

I have been taking private and group classes with Laura for years now to help my back. She is…read moreincredibly knowledgable and has given me so much good information for what I need to do to alleviate my pain and help with realignment. I can't say enough good things about Laura's expertise, and also she is just a super cool and caring person to spend time with. Highly recommend!

Julia brings her many decades of study of Bodywork, Iyengar Yoga, and Human Anatomy together to…read morebring powerful results, often in just one or two sessions. She has helped me recover from bike accidents, a pulled back, and a torn rotator cuff, as well as numerous aches and pains. Her works has been a cornerstone for my health care strategy for about five years now and I am eternally grateful for the work that she does. I don't think there is anyone who has her unique perspective on how the human body functions, and I'm so glad to have a practitioner like Julia in my community!

Julia is a super knowledgeable yoga teacher with DECADES of experience. She does a lot of classes…read morefocusing on physical issues (bad knees, hip pain, back pain). Her classes are GREAT! In addition to classes, Julia specializes in pain management where she does one-on-one work with clients. Julia is intuitive and very knowledgeable if you also have other physical problems. On some Saturdays Julia has both a back care class and a class that focused on hip flexors (on Zoom for now). The hip flexor class is amazing. Lots of very specific, in-depth instruction and demonstrations by Julia. The class was in a bit intense (as one would expect), but intense in a good, "my hips feel so much better!" way. I highly recommend checking her out even if you're new to yoga.

I have been attending Dot's Pilates class at the recreation center in Terra Linda for about five…read moreyears. Now, during COVID, I have been participating through Zoom. Dot provides options and levels for each exercise, allowing each person to participate at whatever level works best for them. She has an amazing ability to spot when a student has muscle tightness or back pain and instructs which movements or positions would be most helpful. I notice in myself an improvement in both strength and flexibility. It is exciting to consistently see my abilities improve on familiar movements. Dot is very encouraging and interactive. During the pandemic, attending this familiar class online has been very comforting. Dot has reached out to new students, as well as her devoted "regulars", and made available online multiple types of classes. She has been extremely supportive during this difficult time. I highly recommend checking out her website and her classes.

I have worked with Dot for years now, and she is fabulous! I have never stuck with a fitness…read moreprogram for so long and so consistently. I know that the reason I have been able to work out with Dot for so long is because with Dot, I have had several different fitness programs. She constantly changes the workouts to keep things fun and challenging. Dot has tailored programs for me that I can do at the gym AND programs I can do when I am traveling without fitness equipment. On the days when I am not excited about a working out, Dot finds a fun way for me to get some activity without all the "work." Sometimes we just spend the hour stretching, and sometimes we work until I drop from exhaustion. Dot always finds the right balance to make it a workout that I can look forward to doing. Beside the fitness aspect, Dot has taught me a lot about nutrition and changed my eating habits drastically. I was addicted to diet convenience foods when I met Dot, because I needed food that was portion controlled and easy. While I was keeping my weight at a healthy level, I wasn't getting the nutrition I needed and I was not satisfied with my food. Dot helped me to gradually incorporate subtle changes until I was ready to take some bigger steps. She took me through the grocery store and helped me find foods that were convenient, satisfying, and nutritious. Changes in my diet have improved my skin and hair and helped me to have more consistent energy and improved moods. Dot has recently begun sharing her knowledge with the public by offering CDs on different health topics, and I have already purchased multiple copies to share with family and friends. CHECK OUT HER BREATHING CD - I use it to relax when I am stressed. I wish YELP offered an extra star, because 5 stars is not enough for Dot. She is AMAZING!

Amy is awesome! This is my first introduction to Pilates and…read moreI'm hooked. Amy is knowledgeable and friendly. There's parking and it's conveniently located.

Amy is such a wonderful Pilates instructor! She's super caring, patient, and great with all levels…read more You will leave her class feeling stronger, happy, and hooked!