Sacral Physical Therapy and Birth Services
5630 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019
I created Sacral Physical Therapy to have more autonomy with the tools I use to help women connect with their bodies, such as breath work, visceral mobilization, and energy work combined with traditional Physical Therapy movement and exercise. I’m excited to know you and help you achieve your goals.
Los Angeles
Doula
In Network
About Kristen Merchant
Dr. Kris is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in pelvic health for women, Certified Birth Doula specializing in high-risk pregnancies, and Lactation Educator.
Experience
I am passionate about the care of the prenatal and postpartum population, as my experience of pelvic health issues during my first pregnancy and delivery encouraged me to enter this field. I’ve completed additional coursework surrounding the care of the pelvic floor and pelvic girdle, as well as how these structures interact with the rest of your body. I have helped women decrease their pelvic pain, enjoy sex again, stop leaking when they laugh or play with their kids, have smooth bowel movements, decrease back pain from nursing or lifting their babies, decrease the sensation of pressure or heaviness in their pelvic floors, and more. I want my patients to feel comfortable with their bodies, understand their anatomy, and connect how their emotional experiences can manifest physically.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology from CSU Long Beach
Doctor of Physical Therapy from Emory University
Lactation Educator Counselor Certification from UC San Diego
Birth Doula Certification from BEST Doula Training