Business Details
11 Years
experience
Women's Health Physical Therapy & Somatic Sexology in Santa Monica
Founded in 2015, Pelvica Physical Therapy has established itself as a dedicated women's health practice specializing in pelvic health and somatic sexology. Our founder, Meri Meloyan, brings over a decade of specialized experience in physical therapy, complemented by advanced studies in Depth Psychology and Somatic Sexology. We combine evidence-based physical therapy techniques with holistic approaches to address women's health concerns across different life stages, including prenatal care, postpartum rehabilitation, and sexual wellness. Our practice emphasizes the mind-body connection, offering trauma-informed care that addresses both physical symptoms and psychological well-being. Through personalized treatment plans, we empower patients to overcome conditions like vaginismus, pelvic pain, and diastasis recti while fostering self-awareness and body acceptance.Our commitment to continuous learning ensures patients benefit from cutting-edge techniques like the Wheel of Consent and Focusing methodology. We maintain strict professional standards through ongoing education in specialized modalities and maintain transparent communication throughout the treatment process. Our facility provides a safe, empathetic environment where patients can address sensitive health concerns with confidence. We demonstrate accountability through our persistent advocacy for patient reimbursement and personalized follow-up care. This comprehensive approach has earned us recognition from patients for delivering measurable improvements in both physical function and emotional well-being.
Services
Women's Health Physical Therapy
Somatic Sexology
Pelvic Pain Treatment
Prenatal/Postpartum Care
Painful Intercourse Solutions
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Specialized expertise in women's pelvic health and somatic sexology
- Personalized treatment plans combining physical therapy and psychological insights
- Founder holds advanced degrees in physical therapy and depth psychology
- Trauma-informed care using evidence-based techniques like Focusing methodology
- Proven success in treating complex conditions like vaginismus and pelvic pain
What people say
Amazing therapist
Successful outcome
Knowledgeable professional
Compassionate care
Measurable improvements
Services
Women's Health Physical Therapy
Specialized physical therapy addressing women's unique health needs across different life stages. Our treatment combines manual therapy, exercise programs, and patient education to address conditions like diastasis recti, pelvic organ prolapse, and pregnancy-related musculoskeletal issues. With expertise in both traditional physical therapy and somatic approaches, we help patients restore functional mobility and reduce pain while addressing the psychological aspects of physical discomfort.
Somatic Sexology
Holistic approach to sexual health combining body awareness techniques with psychological insights. This service addresses sexual dysfunction, trauma recovery, and intimacy challenges through methods like Focusing, body mapping, and consent-based practices. We help clients develop greater bodily awareness, overcome shame-based conditioning, and cultivate healthier sexual relationships while maintaining strict trauma-informed care protocols.
Pelvic Pain Treatment
Comprehensive treatment program for chronic pelvic pain conditions including vaginismus and genito-pelvic pain. Our approach integrates manual therapy, neuromuscular reeducation, and mind-body techniques to address both physical symptoms and emotional components. Patients receive personalized exercise programs and learn self-treatment strategies while working through a structured pain management plan tailored to their specific needs.
Prenatal/Postpartum Care
Specialized care for pregnancy-related physical changes and postpartum recovery. This service includes posture correction, pelvic floor strengthening, and pain management for pregnancy-related conditions. We provide evidence-based rehabilitation for diastasis recti and birth trauma recovery while offering education on proper body mechanics and self-care techniques to support a healthy pregnancy and postpartum transition.
Painful Intercourse Solutions
Targeted treatment program for dyspareunia and related conditions. Our approach combines pelvic floor muscle retraining, desensitization techniques, and trauma-informed care to address both physical and psychological factors. Patients learn progressive relaxation methods, receive guided support for vaginal exams, and develop personalized home exercise programs while working through emotional barriers in a safe therapeutic environment.
People
Meri Meloyan
Founder & Physical Therapist
Meri Meloyan is a licensed physical therapist specializing in women's pelvic health with advanced training in somatic sexology and depth psychology. She holds a Master's in Physical Therapy from California State University Long Beach and is completing her Ph.D. in Depth Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute. Her research focuses on holistic treatment approaches for vaginismus.
Questions
What makes Pelvica's approach unique?
We combine physical therapy expertise with depth psychology and somatic sexology to address both physical symptoms and emotional components of women's health issues.
Do you treat conditions beyond pregnancy-related issues?
Yes, we specialize in treating pelvic pain disorders, sexual dysfunction, vaginismus, and general women's health concerns for all age groups.
What should I expect during the initial evaluation?
Your first session includes medical history review, physical assessment, and personalized treatment planning with clear explanation of all procedures and your comfort prioritized.
Are internal pelvic exams always required?
Internal exams are only performed when clinically indicated and with your explicit consent. Alternative assessment methods are available if you prefer.
How do sessions proceed if I feel uncomfortable?
You can pause or stop sessions at any time. We work at your comfort level with continuous communication to ensure safe, respectful care.
What payment options are available?
We operate as a fee-for-service practice with payment collected at time of service. We provide documentation for potential insurance reimbursement.
