Charisse Balance

Dr. Charisse Balance, PT, DPT, RYT is a  mama, yogini and physical therapist, specializing in holistic pelvic health and myofascial release . 

In 2015, she obtained her yoga certification (RYT-200) and later  completed specializations in Restorative, Yin and Prenatal Yoga .She continues to teach anatomy, prenatal and restorative yoga in various yoga teacher training programs in the Bay Area. 

She has extensive training and personal experience  with John Barnes Myofascial Release and  has studied the art of  postpartum Ayurvedic care. Wanting to facilitate ease for herself during pregnancy, labor and birth, she became a certified Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner. Her personal experience with  each of these modalities has influenced her holistic treatment approach.. 

Charisse is passionate about supporting individuals through the  preconception, pregnancy and postpartum  stages of life.  She utilizes an evidence based treatment approach,  and  incorporates intuitive and holistic practices when working with her clients.   Her goal is to educate people about their bodies to maximize confidence in their physical abilities and minimize injury.  In that, her intention is to promote a sense of empowerment through knowledge and to foster the support of community  through connection.