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At Femina, we are dedicated to providing a compassionate and personalized approach to Women's Health through specialized pelvic therapy. We understand the unique challenges women face and strive to create a safe space where these vital conversations can take place, making Femina the best kept SECRET in Women's Health care.

What sets us apart from other physical therapy offices is the model of care we’ve developed that allows our patients with chronic conditions to reach their goals. Our services are one-on-one with licensed physical therapists for 55-120 minutes. No unlicensed staff are used for treatments as we feel strongly that patients deserve physical therapy done by physical therapists, and that is the only way they’ll achieve their optimal outcomes.

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The Secrets of Women's Health

Explore our insightful blog articles on pelvic health, where we delve into essential topics that empower and educate. From understanding pelvic floor disorders to strategies for conquering infertility, our content is designed for those seeking knowledge and support. We discuss the latest research, expert advice, and practical tips to enhance your well-being and foster a deeper connection to your body.

hormonal birth control and vulvodynia Hormonal Birth Control and Vulvodynia - Part 1: Combined Hormonal Methods Hormonal Birth Control and Vulvodynia Part 2: Hormonal Intrauterine Devices (IUD) Hormonal Birth Control and Vulvodynia Part 2: Hormonal Intrauterine Devices (IUD) Understanding Paradoxical Diarrhea Understanding Paradoxical Diarrhea: Symptoms, Causes, and Management How do I know if I have a weak pelvic floor? How Do I Know If I Have A Weak Pelvic Floor? Sexuality and Mood Changes in Postpartum Women with Persistent Pelvic Girdle Pain Postpartum Sexuality & Mood Changes in Women with Pelvic Girdle Pain Yoga for Chronic Pelvic Pain Yoga for Chronic Pelvic Pain Lightning Crotch in Pregnancy: How you can start recovering from SPD Lightning Crotch in Pregnancy: How You Can Start Recovering from SPD How to Help Lipedema and Lymphedema - Part 2 How to Help Lipedema and Lymphedema - Part 2 How to Help Lipedema and Lymphedema - Part 1 How to Help Lipedema and Lymphedema - Part 1 how to manage swelling during pregnancy - edema How To Manage Swelling During Pregnancy - Edema chronic overlapping pelvic pain conditions Chronic Overlapping Pelvic Pain Conditions: Endometriosis & Vulvodynia urinary incontinence and weight Exploring the Connection Between Urinary Incontinence and Weight Running Mechanics and Pelvic Floor Health | Image Courtesy of Dulcey Lima via Unsplash Running Mechanics and Pelvic Floor Health: The Impact of Footwear Safe Exercise During Pregnancy: ACOG Backed Guidelines Safe Exercise During Pregnancy: ACOG Backed Guidelines Solutions for Chronic Constipation | Image Courtesy of Tim Mossholder via Unsplash How to Have Your Best Poop Ever: Solutions for Chronic Constipation Vulvovaginal Moisturizers: Effective Hydration and Relief | Image Courtesy of Averie Woodward via Unsplash Vulvovaginal Moisturizers: Who Needs One & Choosing the Right One Updated Endometriosis Guidelines | Image Courtesy of Emma Simpson via Unsplash Updated Endometriosis Guidelines: Effective Treatments & Insights Babywearing 101 | Image Courtesy of Derek Owens via Unsplash Babywearing 101: Benefits, Challenges, and Solutions for Caregivers Underreported pregnancy related lumbopelvic pain LBPP | Image Courtesy of Filipp Romanovski via Unsplash Underreported Pregnancy Related Lumbopelvic Pain (aka PLPP) shockwave therapy for painful intercourse Participate in a High Quality Study Using Shockwave Therapy for Painful Intercourse urinary incontinence and postpartum depression Commonly Linked: Urinary Incontinence and Postpartum Depression Steps to return to running in postpartum | image courtesy of sam chaffin via unsplash Blog: A Safe Return to Running and Impact Activities in Postpartum treating bloating and abdominal distension Treating Bloating and Abdominal Distension: a Multi-Disciplinary Team 4 Exercises to Increase Low Back Strength | Image Courtesy of Anupam Mahaptra via Unsplash 4 Exercises to Increase Low Back Strength and Help with Low Back Pain Scoliosis and Pelvic Floor Health | Image Courtesy of Joyce McCown of Moon Shadow Press via Unsplash Scoliosis and Pelvic Floor Health: Part 2 Scoliosis Awareness Month Scoliosis and Conservative Physical Therapy | Image Courtesy of Emilio Vittoriosi via Unsplash Scoliosis and Conservative Physical Therapy: Part 1 Scoliosis Awareness Month Therapeutic Breast Massage in Lactation | Image Courtesy of Mehmet Turgut Kirkgoz via Unsplash Therapeutic Breast Massage in Lactation (TBML) yoga for urinary incontinence | Image by Kasia Gondek The Benefits of Yoga for Urinary Incontinence Exercises to Relieve Endometriosis Pain | Image Courtesy of Tyler Nix via Unsplash 5 Simple Exercises to Reduce and Relieve Endometriosis Pain Painful Sex & The Mind Body Connection | Image Courtesy of Jared Rice via Unsplash Painful Sex: The (Actual) Mind-Body Connection Introducing The Origin Fund - Helping Women in Need Introducing The Origin Fund - Helping Women in Need effects of pelvic floor muscle strength on orgasm The Effects of Pelvic Floor Muscle Strength on Orgasm urinary chronic pelvic pain Urinary Chronic Pelvic Pain and Resilience Muscles and Potty Training | Image Courtesy of Jessica Reeves and her son Zeek What’s The Deal With Muscles And Potty Training? | Pediatric Blog Post urinary incontinence and physical therapy Under the Radar: Urinary Incontinence and Physical Therapy - Part 2 Tarlov Cyst Physical Therapy Tarlov Cyst: Physical Therapy and Treatment Options physical therapy for urinary incontinence Under the Radar: Physical Therapy for Urinary Incontinence - Part 1 Sexual Function and Cancer | Image Courtesy of Priscilla Du Preez via Unsplash Sexual Function and Cancer: Include Physical Therapy in Your Care Plan Labor Positions for Vaginal Birth | Image Courtesy of FreeStocks via Unsplash Top 5 Labor Positions for Vaginal Birth Treatment for Levator Ani Avulsion after childbirth | Image Courtesy of Aditya Romansa via Unsplash Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: Treatment for Levator Ani Avulsion Period Action Day Period Action Day - October 8, 2022 - Get Involved Now! Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis and Sexual Function The Link Between Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis and Sexual Function Working with a Doula | Image Courtesy of Rebekah Vos via Unsplash Blog: Working with a Doula | The Benefits of a Birthing Advocate Non-Surgical Treatments for Pelvic Organ Prolapse | Image Courtesy of Annie Spratt via Unsplash POP-tions: Two Non-Surgical Treatments For Pelvic Organ Prolapse Painful Sex & GPPD | Image Courtesy of Taras Chernus via Unsplash Painful Sex aka GPPD – A Little (Self) Compassion Can Go A Long Way pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence POP Quiz About Two Common Postpartum Conditions - Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence non-surgical treatments for provoked vulvodynia Non-Surgical Treatments for Provoked Vulvodynia Osteoporosis | Image Credit: Osteoporosis Awareness Month: Bone Health and Prevention Laboring Positions and Pelvic Floor Stretches for Childbirth 4 Pelvic Floor Stretches for Childbirth That You Need NOW Pilates for Urinary Incontinence and Low Back Pain Physical Therapy and Pilates for Urinary Incontinence and Low Back Pain Building a Recovery Routine | Kasia Gondek's Road to the Boston Marathon Road to Boston Marathon Part 3: Building a Post-Run Recovery Routine Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Toileting Behaviors | Image Courtesy of Mick Haupt via Unsplash Toileting Behaviors Linked to Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Bladder Health Image credit: Kasia Gondek - Selfie taken on one of my 18-mile long runs leading up to Boston Marathon, sporting my Boston Marathon running hat from the last time I did the race in 2014! Road to Boston Marathon Part 2: 10 Strength, Conditioning, and Balance Exercises for Marathon Runners Self-Care to Combat Endometriosis Symptoms Self-Care to Combat Endometriosis Symptoms During the Pandemic Endometriosis and Sexual Function | Image Courtesy of Anthony Tran via Unsplash Endometriosis and Sexual Function: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Sex without Pain Training for the Boston Marathon and First Female Runners of the Boston Marathon | Image Courtesy of Malik Skysgaard via Unsplash Kasia's Road to The Boston Marathon Part 1: A Tribute to Its First Female Runners How to Manage Urinary Incontinence After Childbirth | Image Courtesy of Engin Aykurt via Unsplash How to Manage Urinary Incontinence After Childbirth | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 5 physical therapy can help endometriosis Physical Therapy Can Help Endometriosis and Painful Sex Endometriosis and Central Sensitization | Image Courtesy of Jonathan Borba via Unsplash Endometriosis and Central Sensitization: Pain in Endometriosis Incontinence During Pregnancy | Image Courtesy of DexSwaggerBoy via Unsplash Incontinence During Pregnancy & Postpartum | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 4 endometriosis and sleep Endometriosis and Sleep Blog: Improving Melatonin Levels Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation | Image Courtesy of Annie Spratt via Unsplash Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation for Pre/Post Operative Prolapse Surgeries Eating Disorders and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | Image Courtesy of Niklas Hamann via Unsplash Eating Disorders and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | ED Awareness Week contraceptives and sexual function | Image Courtesy of Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition via Unsplash What Do We Know About Contraceptives and Sexual Function? Resetting Pelvic Heath Goals | Image Courtesy of Peter Conlan via Unsplash Resetting Your (Pelvic) Health Goals in 2022 Vaginal Birth Ruin Your Sex Life? | Image Courtesy of Mulyadi via Unsplash Can A Vaginal Birth Ruin Your Sex Life? | Femina PT Talks Postpartum Sex Pelvic Floor Dysfunction | Image Courtesy of Le Minh Phuong via Unsplash Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: The Facts, Research, and Treatment cervical cancer and recovery Cervical Cancer and Recovery | A Pelvic Physical Therapist's Guide Coping with Restless Leg Syndrome | Image Courtesy of Yuris Alhumaydy via Unsplash Restless Legs Syndrome & Physical Therapy | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 3 Postpartum Recovery pt. 2 Diastasis Rectus Abdominis | Image Courtesy of Katherine Hood via Unsplash Diastasis Rectus Abdominis: What, Why, How? | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 2 returning to activity and sport postpartum Safely Returning to Activity and Sport | Postpartum Recovery Series - Part 1 breast cancer surgery and physical therapy Breast Cancer Surgery and Physical Therapy | Postoperative Exercise what is IC Interstitial Cystitis | IC & Symptoms | Image Courtesy of Marek Piwnicki via Unsplash What is IC and What Are The Symptoms? | Interstitial Cystitis Endometriosis Laparoscopic Road to Recovery | Image Courtesy of Unsplash Endometriosis Laparoscopic Postoperative Care: Steps to Recovery Mental Health and Sexual Pain | Image Courtesy of Anthony Tran via Unsplash Mental Health and Sexual Pain: Having Sexual Pain Is Not In Your Head how chronic stress affects your sex life How Chronic Stress Affects Your Sex Life and How To Address It returning to running postpartum 7 Tips for Returning to Running Postpartum grip strength and urinary incontinence | Image Licensed by Securecat under Creative Commons BY-SA 2.0 Grip Strength and Urinary Incontinence: The Unexpected Relationship Clogged milk ducts during breastfeeding | Image courtesy of Timothy Meinberg via Unsplash How Physical Therapy Can Help with Clogged Milk Ducts and Mastitis Delivery of the Placenta | Image Courtesy of João Paulo de Souza Oliveira via Unsplash Vaginal Childbirth Positioning Series | Part 3: Delivery of the Placenta Upright Labor Positions | Vaginal Childbirth Positioning Series | Image Courtesy of Jimmy Conover via Unsplash Vaginal Childbirth Positioning Series | Part 2: Upright Labor Positions Pre-Birth Stage of Labor Vaginal Childbirth Positioning Series | Part 1: Pre-Birth Stage of Labor postpartum pelvic health 5 Things You Can do to Improve Postpartum Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Helps IC What is Interstitial Cystitis and How Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Helps IC Safe Sex During Covid | Image Courtesy of Jasmin Chew via Unsplash Sexual Health Awareness Month | Safe Sex During Covid-19 Levator Ani Avulsion - Injury during Childbirth Pelvic Floor Injury During Childbirth: All About Levator Ani Avulsion Urinary Incontinence and Depression Urinary Incontinence and Depression | What's the Connection? Getting Back to Exercise Postpartum Getting Back to Exercise Postpartum Picture of dripping wet panties The Latest in the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence Woman using hypervolt gun Vibration Therapy | A New Way to Reduce Muscle Soreness and Increase ROM Anatomical drawing of pelvis depicting sexual dysfunction after pelvic fracture Sexual Dysfunction After Pelvic Fracture Woman crouching next to bed due to painful bladder syndrome Histamines and Interstitial Cystitis (Painful Bladder Syndrome) yoga to relieve your headache Yoga to Relieve Your Headache lasers and my vagina Lasers And My Vagina?!? Couple embracing in a pink sunset How to Involve Your Partner in Your Pelvic Floor Therapy Occupational Therapist Nancy stretching hamstring with yoga strap Leg Stretching Routine for the New Year

Meet
Our Founder

vaginismus physical therapy by Heather Jeffcoat at Femina PT

Far too often women have been told by doctors and even some sex therapists that the concerns and physical problems they have are normal. In fact, they are common. Peeing on yourself, having painful intercourse, having to go to the bathroom 10+ times per day and many other symptoms that women experience throughout their lives are far from normal. I want women to know that their problems are real and happen to many other women, but should not be normalized. Common ≠ Normal.

Since graduating from Duke University, I have always had a passion for treating my female patients throughout the lifespan. I want to reach as many women as possible and empower them with the tools and knowledge so that they can be their 100% best during pregnancy, postpartum, when trying to conceive, gaining and maintaining a healthy sex life and take care of the many symptoms they have that are TREATABLE!

Our fully licensed staff is experienced, compassionate, and highly trained in pelvic floor therapy. Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, issues with various pelvic organs, and primary vaginismus can all interfere with normally pleasurable sexual intercourse, and specialized pelvic sex therapy by a pelvic floor physical therapist can do wonders for not only your sexual wellbeing, but your overall health and enjoyment of life.

Thank you for stopping by,
Heather Jeffcoat, DPT

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Sex Without Pain: A Self-Treatment Guide To The Sex Life You Deserve

Haga clic aquí para la versión española Sex Without Pain: A Self-Treatment Guide To The Sex Life You Deserve was written by Heather Jeffcoat, DPT, a physical therapist with countless successes in treating pain of this type. Women with vaginismus, overactive pelvic floor, painful intercourse, vulvodynia, vulvar vestibulitis, vestibulodynia, dyspareunia, interstitial cystitis have all benefited from her unique program. Heather uses her orthopedic background to approach treatment of these muscles like they are....muscles! She utilizes a self-treatment tool called a dilator to provide massage and other muscle relaxation and stretching techniques in a gentle fashion to return a women's muscles back to a resting, rather than guarded, state.


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What Our Patients Have to Say

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Testimonial by Amanda W.

Heather's unique physical therapy program literally changed my life! After years of struggling with vaginismus, a condition that made it impossible for me to have intercourse and very difficult to use tampons without pain, a gynecologist referred me to Heather. I was nervous for my first appointment, but Heather's professional and friendly demeanor put me at ease. She did a great job explaining each technique she was using to help my muscles relax. Heather uses a combination of internal and external stretches and exercises to relax the pelvic floor and build muscle strength. Her specially developed home program helped me quickly recover from an issue that seemed insurmountable before meeting Heather. She was optimistic about my progress and incredibly encouraging. Less than 6 months after my first session, I was able to have pain-free sex for the first time in my life! If you are suffering from vaginismus or any other pelvic floor issues, I highly recommend making an appointment with Heather and reading her book!

-- Amanda W., 2/15/16 via Yelp!

Testimonial by P.M.

I was hopeful but frankly skeptical when the doctor treating me for Interstitial Cystitis recommended that I go to Heather for physical therapy. Medication and diet helped control my IC symptoms, but I had never heard of physical therapy being used to treat IC. The education and treatment I received from Heather was a revelation. She explained that the pain I experienced with IC had helped create a cycle of muscle guarding which affected the entire pelvic area. I had no idea of the amount of tension being held there. No wonder my husband and I had not been able to have sexual intercourse for years!

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Testimonial by P.M.

I was hopeful but frankly skeptical when the doctor treating me for Interstitial Cystitis recommended that I go to Heather for physical therapy. Medication and diet helped control my IC symptoms, but I had never heard of physical therapy being used to treat IC. The education and treatment I received from Heather was a revelation. She explained that the pain I experienced with IC had helped create a cycle of muscle guarding which affected the entire pelvic area. I had no idea of the amount of tension being held there. No wonder my husband and I had not been able to have sexual intercourse for years!

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Testimonial by Ann V.

I wish i could give this place 10 stars!! 
I have been suffering from vaginismus for 5 years and never found the cure to it. I had seen an ob/gyn and he diagnosed me with vaginismus and told me i needed a surgery to cure my condition, which i refused to do. He also referred me to a PT that he works with, i had given them multiple calls and they never responded back to me, so i started searching yelp for another PT. I am SO HAPPY I found Heather's office! I was working with Laureen, and with her guidance and techniques i was able to be cured from vaginismus in only 2 1/2 short months!!! I couldn't believe how quickly their program worked for me! I am forever grateful and thankful from Heather, and Laureen! They are the absolute best at what they do!

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Testimonial by Alexandra B.

Heather is without exaggerating AMAZING! After years of trouble with a certain part of my body, in no time, she made everything change back to equilibrium and to what would be considered normal. She explains everything in detail and therefore gives you a better understanding of why things are the way they are, and how you can work towards turning things around. I would highly recommend Heather for any type of Physical Therapy. She has created her own "Method/Therapy" through years of studying (with some of the greatest practitioners), practice and breaking down the issues of her past patients, enabling her to fine tune her own system. I'm so thankful to have found her, and I'm especially grateful for the quick recovery I've achieved, after years of distress. If you cannot afford her, I recommend you purchase her book. Although it may not be Heather in person, it can still help you to get on the right path to recovery!

-- Alexandra B., 5/20/2015 via Yelp!

Testimonial by Rosanna R., age 35

Heather has affected my life in the MOST POSITIVE way and I am forever grateful. My husband refers to her as the "sex doctor" so you can only imagine how happy he is with my therapy outcome.

After the birth of my son I suffered from "Vaginismus", however, at the time I just thought I was broken. My "broken vagina" affected me physically but it was an emotional struggle as well. Many women in my life also suffered with pain from sex after their babies were born so I knew I wasn't alone. They told me they "just got used to it" but I couldn't see myself living that way.

Sex wasn't just painful, it was literally impossible - IT DIDNT FIT!

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Our
Locations

Beverly Hills:

9012 Burton Way
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Telephone: (310) 871-9554

The Beverly Hills office is convenient to Mid-Wilshire, West Hollywood, Hollywood, Beverlywood, Korea Town, Downtown LA, Culver City, Century City, Santa Monica and Malibu.

Hours:

Monday 12:00-5:00
Tuesday 7:00-6:00
Wednesday CALL
Thursday 2:00-6:00
Friday 7:00-6:00

Pasadena:

350 S. Lake Avenue #220
Pasadena, Ca 91101

Telephone: (818) 873-1403

Our Pasadena location is convenient to Glendale, Montrose, Burbank, Silver Lake, Los Feliz, Atwater Village, and Eagle Rock.

Hours:

Monday 7:00-6:00
Tuesday 7:00-4:00
Wednesday CALL
Thursday 7:00-4:00
Friday CALL

Sherman Oaks:

13425 Ventura Blvd. Suite 200
Sherman Oaks, California 91423

Telephone: (818) 877-6910

The Sherman Oaks office is adjacent to Studio City and serves the Bel Air, Brentwood, West LA, Mulholland, Beverly Hills, Encino, Calabasas and San Fernando Valley area.

Hours:

Monday 7:30-6:00
Tuesday 7:00-6:00
Wednesday 7:00-6:00
Thursday 8:00-6:00
Friday 7:00-6:00