Somatic Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Oakland, CA for Pain, Pregnancy, and Pelvic Wellness
Conveniently located near downtown Oakland, right off the freeway!
Welcome to Bodyful Physical Therapy and Wellness: Somatic pelvic floor physical therapy the Oakland, CA community raves about.
Dr. Karah Charette, PT, DPT, RYT is for somatically curious humans in the San Francisco Bay Area who may have tried pelvic floor PT before and are still experiencing symptoms.
She offers trauma-sensitive care for pelvic pain, pain during sex, perimenopause joint pain symptoms, postpartum PT and prenatal pelvic floor physical therapy.
At Bodyful, I co-create a comfortable, safe, compassionate, and effective therapeutic alliance as the foundation for your lifelong resourcing and freedom from pain.
Why Dr. Karah Created Bodyful
Bodyful began because I, too, felt limited by the current healthcare system. I wanted to raise the standard of care for pelvic health—and I am confident that a visit with me will feel different than your typical pelvic floor physical therapy experience.
Pelvic floor dysfunction is often shamed, dismissed, or not discussed at all. I aim to normalize the conversation around pelvic health and bridge the gap between body awareness and strengthening beyond “just do your Kegels.”
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Pelvic floor therapy at Bodyful works best if you:
want to engage with trusting your body
are interested in questioning your limiting beliefs
are ready to invest in the time, energy, emotions, and money to transform your relationship to your symptoms!
would like your pelvic PT to consult directly with your healthcare providers to collaborate on treatment options that will give you the most sustainable results possible
I offer inclusive care for all self-identified genders seeking healing, clarity, and embodied connection to their pelvic health.
A Somatic Approach to Pelvic Floor PT
Pelvic Physical Therapy Services
As a somatic movement physical therapist, I offer a trauma-sensitive approach that centers your lived experience. My somatic approach co-creates a space for:
compassionate inquiry into your story & medical history
somatic movement exercises that help you embody your anatomy and physiology with more ease
guided movement and breath to release tension & pain
comprehensive pain science to support understanding and agency
a clear roadmap for healing, grounded in your nervous system
Modern science affirms that nervous system support is one piece that may shape your physiology and pain responses. Somatic pelvic physical therapy works with your nervous system, allowing for sustainable change, deeper awareness, and long-lasting empowerment.
Pain During Sex (Dyspareunia) Treatment
I gently address the physical, emotional, and neurophysiological patterns involved in painful sex. Using somatic movement, trauma-sensitive care, and collaborative exploration, I help restore comfort, pleasure, and trust in your body.
Perimenopause Pelvic Pain
Hormonal shifts can influence pelvic tension, dryness, pressure, discomfort and aching joints. My approach supports your pelvic health during perimenopause with nervous system supportive resources, individualized and nuanced breathing practices, gentle progressive strengthening, and I can work on your multidisciplinary team for your most effective long term outcomes.
Prenatal Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
For pregnant bodies, I provide support for pelvic girdle pain, core strength changes, education for your birth plan, and preparation for labor and delivery. My prenatal pelvic floor PT weaves body awareness, posture strengthening, mobility options, embodiment, and self-trust for a more empowered pregnancy.
A Better Way To Receive Pelvic Care.
As a movement artists, healer, and human, I have firsthand experience with the constraints of conventional healthcare. I have spent too much time wrestling with insurance and it took away time and energy from connecting with patients—and that was not sustainable.
I heard your calls for quality pelvic care, and I listened.
If you’re seeking pelvic physical therapy in Oakland, CA or the Bay Area, I understand the challenges:
long wait times for an initial visit and for follow ups
limit on physical therapy care
limited session durations
sessions limited to treating only one body part or one symptom at a time
My cash based pelvic PT can work with you for one hour 1-to-1, your follow up visit can be one week after the initial visit, and the starting frequency can be 1-2 weeks between visits.
For Those With A Mindful Movement Practice
If you have a mindful movement practice - this includes, but is not limited to, singing, hiking, dancing, yoga, and sports, expect diaphragmatic breathing, dynamic posture control, and core muscle strength and endurance training for total body integration and based in best evidence practices. My bodyful approach helps you release tension patterns, understand your body’s wisdom, and reclaim ease and joy in movement.
Meet Dr. Karah Charette, PT, DPT, RYT
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Dr. Karah Charette, PT, DPT, RYT, Founder
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Pelvic Health Expert trained in Pilates, Yoga, Dance, and Visceral Fascial Mobilization.
“Working with Karah Charette during preparation for my first birth has felt incredibly meaningful. We’ve focused on internal pelvic mapping and trigger point work within the pelvic bowl. I’ve deeply appreciated the chosen slow pace of our sessions. It's tempting to try and fit too much into one appointment, as there's so many things that deserve attention, but having a single focus has allowed me to truly experience and integrate the work. My relationship with my pelvic floor has strengthened so much through this process of mapping, awareness, and exploration. Honest, it feels like some of the most important preparation I could be doing for birth. I’ve also really appreciated being able to invite my partner into sessions and to learn how to do the mapping himself. It's offering us both comfort and confidence.”
— HALEY, BODYFUL CLIENT
