Praise for Megan's work

She is the BEST PT I've ever worked with. She is gentle and kind but also brilliant and knowledgeable. I came to Megan with knee pain and left in amazing shape. She customizes a program so that it is right for you and then continues to adjust based on how you're doing and what's happening in your life. She is very smart and can explain the science behind everything she asks you to do. Simple incredible and fun to work with. I was sad to end my therapy but she had me all fixed up! Megan is the real deal. Trust me.

Lemon K; Los Angeles, CA

Megan Steele is professional, courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. She is enthusiastic about ‘tackling’ every situation. Megan has helped me recover from hip surgery, frozen shoulder, torn knee, indigestion, general stiffness, etc. Megan has improved my flexibility, strength, and overall general well-being. At the end of every session, I felt 100% better. I looked forward to our visits and we spent over 4.5 years together off and on.

Megan is wonderful!

JBL; Beverly Hills, CA

Megan is fantastic. Always my go-to whenever i need. Last two times i came to Megan i was expecting to have a long recovery, and both times, with her fantastic skills and detailed exercises for me to continue at home, I've made a quick recovery and able to carry on doing what I love.
Many thanks, I'll be back!

Callum B,; Culver City, CA

I've been working with Megan for nearly 5 years. I have a chronic arthritic condition and through her physical work (manual therapy/cupping) and advice on stretching, I have never felt better.
She can make house calls if needed though her office is tranquil and useful. Unlike other physical therapists who watch you do exercises for 30 minutes, Megan spends the full hour working on you.
I highly recommend her.

Albert C.; Los Angeles, CA

Megan has been helping me recover from a year-long lingering knee injury and has been absolutely LIFE-CHANGING with her ability to heal. I had spent a ton of money on traditional PT, which gave me templated strenghtening exercises that didn't help me heal at all. And then, I found Megan. Over six months, she has had this incredible ability to tap into deep trauma stored in my nerves and help me repattern/release it. Her office is warm and inviting, which is important as a very safe space to rehab my body. I've since made a speedy recovery, and will be continuing to see her for any other pains I have!

Megan T.; Varenna, Italy

Megan Steele is an excellent physical therapist. She understands that every part of the body is connected, and that guides her approach to treatment. An example is that I came in with pain on the outside of my right thigh and the inside of my right ankle. To me these seemed like two separate problems, but she showed me a diagram indicating a nerve band that wraps around from one of my vertebrae to the outside of my leg, across my knee, to the inside of my ankle! She also pulls from schools of thought involving energy healing, and has been spot on when asking me about things that seem unrelated to my leg, such as my digestive health. I'm not yet at 100%, but I can see results, and Megan is helping me get better!

Jennie S; Los Angeles, CA

Megan saw me on short notice after I had knee pain that worried me about a meniscal tear. Her calm demeanor, focus on mind-body connection, and skilled technique put me at immediate ease. The knee issue ended up being less serious than I'd whipped it up to be, and in just one session she rapidly improved my pain and "prescribed" next steps to get me back to normal right away. As an active person and aspiring fitness professional, I'm so glad I found Megan and will absolutely be returning to her should any issues arise again.

Tom H.; Los Angeles, CA

After zero success with a handful of physical therapists and orthopedic specialists, I made (a fantastic choice) to meet with Megan. Through just six sessions over the span of a few months, Megan entirely alleviated my chronic sports injury that had prevented me from playing consistently for the last year and a half. I cannot say enough good things about Megan. She is both highly professional and extremely knowledgeable. It was a joy talking and catching up with Megan each session, and each time I left feeling great knowing that I was making progress toward a full recovery. If you are struggling with an injury and believe there is no remedy, I strongly encourage you to meet with Megan.

Jackson J.; Seattle, WA

I can't say enough about my treatment with Megan. I have been seeing her for chronic pain, and her commitment to my health is epic. Her patience and persistence in helping me heal has been incredibly impressive and inspiring. She has a kind and attentive bedside manner, and takes the time to really listen to me. She welcomes questions, and really breaks things down for me in a way that I can understand. I really love that she sends you with some homework: exercises to keep you on the right path! She takes her work very seriously, but is quick to laugh. She is so knowledgeable about total health; every time I see her I feel like I walk away knowing more about how my body works as a whole. I could not recommend her more. Go see her! You wont be disappointed!

Sarah B.; Los Angeles, CA

Dr. Megan Steele is a one-of-a-kind physical therapist that is extremely grounded in her knowledge with issues of pain and mobility, and in my case, chronic neck and back/ hip pain. Her holistic and intuitive approach has reduced my chronic neck pain of over 10 years, which no other PT has ever been able to do. Because of her skilled treatment and scientific understanding of the mind-body connection, I no longer need to consider ongoing pain medicine or cortisone shots.
Definitely a gem in the field of physical therapy.
Her office is impeccably clean and carries the same warm healing energy as Dr. Steele herself.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND and have been recommending to many people who need her services.

Su K.

I cannot say enough amazing things about Dr Megan. She is a PT but so much more than that. She has talent, wisdom and intuition that make her a true healer. Her depth of knowledge helped her investigate and resolve my issue to completion. She has a calming yet professional presence. The only bad thing about discharging and reaching my health goals is that I won't get to visit her office each week.
I highly recommend Megan for any of your PT needs.

Claudia L.

I am a formal professional athlete in my late 50's, still trying to stay in shape and active, especially post menopause. I have been going to the gym and tried a new leg extension machine that hurt my knee.
It set me back a few months and that's when I found Dr. Steele whom I love for her energy and knowledge in her field.
I was back on my feet and up the mountains after a only few sessions with her. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a speedy recovery.

Ildiko N.

I have been to a number of physical therapists and doctors for a lower back issue, which had been mildly to not-at-all effective. The issue recently came back in a much more severe way, so I decided to try Megan after a friend's recommendation.

I require incontrovertible evidence as far as this kind of thing is concerned, and the work I've done with Megan is a five star situation. Her approach is different in that it targeted and worked on other things than the usual, and the result has been consistently great. She incorporates an evidence-based approach, done in a way that feels innovative and caring.

She's absolutely top-tier with her work, and again that is not something I ever say lightly. highly, highly recommended.

Richard Q

Dr Steele helped me to heal from a severe flare up with my chronic sciatic pain. This was after years of pain I had previously tried to deal with using regular massage therapy, acupuncture and chiropractic care. She also helped with my locked shoulder that had pain and limited mobility. Most importantly she's helped me to understand how to better process my thoughts and beliefs about chronic pain.
Her offices (she has locations in Santa Monica and Culver City) are clean, comfortable and welcoming. She also has a reformer machine to help with PT exercises.

Katherine Y.

Megan was incredibly thoughtful and listened to my health history, symptoms and helped me understand how all of my systems worked together. I felt significantly less stiffness in my lower back and hips after my first visit and the at home exercises have been effectiveness at keeping my stiffness and pain at bay. I'd recommend Megan 100%!

Robin M

I've been seeing Dr Steele for 3 years now and her work has been invaluable to help me manage a chronic auto-immune condition (incl colitis + gastritis). She is incredibly knowledgeable and adapts her practice to her patient, both in terms of making it more accessible and varying approaches based on your needs on any given day.
I've particularly benefitted from her visceral manipulation and nervous system work as a way to relieve symptoms and help me understand my body better. Of all the medical help I've gotten over the years, she has been one of the kindest practicioners I've worked with, and the most impactful!

Marie B.

Megan consistently took the time and gave the effort to get to know me and my injury, and used a holistic approach to understand all the different factors that contributed to my injury and sports performance. No matter your injury, ailment, or concern, Megan will work to understand your injury and importantly, who you are as a person. All of these things led me to see Megan again and again throughout the course of my injury.

Mathew B.

Megan Steele is a phenomenal physical therapist! She is professional yet warm and is able to communicate clearly about whatever issue you're dealing with and explain what needs to be done to address and improve your functioning. All this with little to no discomfort. In addition, she gives exercises to be done at home so that you can aid in your own health and progress. And finally, her practice is driven by experience and a thirst for knowledge that keeps her on top of current thinking and best practices. I came to her after dealing with sciatica for over a year and working with a number of practitioners and modalities (including spinal injections) and that weren't very effective. And utilizing visceral manipulation, Megan was able to resolve my sciatica completely. I couldn't recommend her more highly.

Barbara W.

I've been seeing Megan for the last decade to help with my chronic arthritic condition. Unlike other pt's who work on you for 15 minutes and then ships you off to an assistant for exercises, Megan works on you for the full time. She'll also use cupping and gua sha as necessary. I've seen many pt's for my arthritis prior to finding Megan. She is unequivocally the best PT I've encountered.

Albert C.

Dr. Steele is not your typical PT. This isn't just some exercises every week and you go home. She does a deep dive to understand what the problem is, and has a unique methodology to holistically treating not just the symptoms but addressing the underlying causes. I found her after many attempts to sort out GI issues with no avail. I had given up, and luckily Dr. Steele was able to help me figure out how stress and anxiety were affecting my nervous system, and teach me how to keep my nervous system in check so that the stress wouldn't manifest in these disruptive ways. She's very caring and understanding, and a great listener so she fully understands your problem and is able to address it effectively. If you feel out of options, and are not looking for traditional PT, it's worth seeing if Dr. Steele can help.

Working with Megan Steele has been one of the best experiences I've ever had with a practitioner, especially physical therapy. The work we did was very client focused, specific to the needs of the client.
Megan also has a genuine, comforting nature.
She has a holistic approach, and educated me as well especially about the relationship of stress and pain. She offered tools outside of the realm of general physical therapy to take with me and continue the work on my own. Just excellent!

Megan T

I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Dr. Steele. I began seeing her for my GERD/acid reflux a couple months ago. I went in with the hope that my symptoms might be slightly alleviated. I've been blown away by the results thus far. It's an ongoing process, but after a few sessions I've already been able to reduce my medication intake by half.

She has a remarkable ability to really listen to your body and zero in on the issues and root causes. Moreover, Dr. Steele approaches each session with deep compassion, empathy, and open-mindedness. She puts you at ease immediately and creates a safe space for patients. My whole body feels better and better after each session, and I am so grateful for all that she has helped with already. She is a truly exceptional person and practitioner and, needless to say, I'd strongly recommend her services to anyone seeking help with a physical ailment.

Katy B.

I started seeing Megan for persistent neck and back pain from a snowboarding injury after years of traditional PT that had left me frustrated, discouraged, and with little pain alleviation. Megan took such a refreshing holistic approach to my issue and I left our sessions not only feeling improvements in my pain, but also feeling listened to, understood, and cared for. She is an outstanding clinician who I've referred to several of my close friends who also deal with pain related to snowboarding/surfing and they all have nothing but glowing reviews. Thank you Megan for being the kind of practitioner everyone is looking for and for cultivating such a safe healing space for your clients!

Megan M

My name is Frances Ross and I've been seeing Megan for the past few years.

I first went to see her at the recommendation of my physical therapist. I was having issues with an over-active bladder and was told I would need to be on medication for the rest of my life.

The very first visit I had with Megan, she literally changed my life. I don't say this lightly at all. Not only did her work benefit my bladder condition but also a myriad of others things, including help with my digestive system.
Her work includes cranio sacral therapy that has helped with my headaches and also my neck which always seemed to be out of alignment.

I was not able to eat certain foods and she helped desensitized my body to include those foods back into my diet.

Her work includes balancing the body- mind connection. I have learned to talk to my body and calm my nervous system down when I am distressed or upset.
I have also learned different methods of breathing and movements that help calm the nervous system.

She is a true healer in every sense of the word. I feel very blessed to have found her. She is a treasure in my life.

Sincerely,
Frances Ross

Megan is amazing. I had a pinched nerve in my neck and shoulder. Various doctors gave me terrible advice and it got worse and worse until a friend recommended Megan who quickly explained what was happening and why and we fixed it, I'm cured!

Jessie T.

Working with Megan was a real joy. Over the course of three sessions, she helped me address my knee pain while also teaching me exercises I could use to keep support a healthy nervous system (e.g. reducing stress related pain/injuries). She was kind, responsive and culturally competent. I've since recommended several friends and they've all had a great experience working with her as well.

Toni Q.

I attached fear to the pain. I had been struggling with this pain in my low back and right leg for years and had seen other specialists all that time with no improvement. It was really becoming scary because I could induce a spasm in my back with the most inconsequential movements. And the only advice I was getting was to "be carful". God! I was being careful. So freaking carful that I wasn't trying new things anymore. Like, paddle boarding ~ are you kidding?! What if my back freaks out and I'm in the middle of the water trying to keep my balance! No. A conversation with a family friend lead me to Megan. Thank goodness! She addressed the psychological and emotional part as well as the physical causes of the pain. I wasn't stuck with this intractable pain anymore. There was a solution. I'm so deeply grateful that I found Megan. The work we did together has, honestly given me my life back. Last year, my husband and I celebrated our ten year anniversary with a road trip taking us from Flagstaff to Zion with all the hiking one could possibly do along the way and I was able to do it. Without fear and without pain I hiked some very challenging paths. There's no way I could have done that trip before the work I did with Megan. If you're suffering from chronic pain that's holding you back, I really hope you find Megan. The gentle and effective work you'll do with her will change your life.

Kathy J

Megan has done for me what doctors have not done for me. I had problems with swallowing food and it getting stuck and not going down or back up. My Gastro Esophageal valve kept narowing and I had to get it stretched with an endoscopy. After 5 stretches I went to Megan over 2 years ago and I have been fine since the work she has done on my stomach. Today I went to her after Prostate surgery to get the leaking stopped. This is my first treatment for that and I notice a huge difference already. I will be going back in 2 weeks for more work on that. She is so intuitive of what your body needs and is amazing to work with. I recommend her for what ails you, because she can help where allopathic medicine will give you a pill and send you on your way. I will keep seeing her for the rest of my life and I am now 84.

Arthur Z

SHE IS THE BEST! I had shoulder issues for over a year, saw a number of specialists but got very little improvement. My first visit with Dr Steele, she listened, tested and zeroed in on the issue right away. She's so good at observing and explaining everything and all her predictions about time tables and what to focus on were super accurate. She even addressed other nagging things during the appt. A few months later I went on a 2 week surf trip and never felt better. Plus I have a much better sense of how to move going forward. I've recommended her to several friends for different issues physically and even mentally and everyone raves about her. She's also incredibly kind and fun to talk to. She's the best.

She is a miracle worker. Really taps into the mind-body connection. She has helped me on a number of occasions, including sciatica and stomach issues.

Barbara C.

My husband saw Megan for shoulder range of motion issues that had been bothering him for way too long. He'd seen other medical professionals, but his shoulder pain continued--a lot. That changed when he began PT with Megan--she's very experienced, made him feel 100% comfortable, listened to all his concerns & took them all seriously, then came up with a plan of action which helped him greatly.
Her office is convenient with free parking, & if he has any further problems, he says he wouldn't hesitate to work with Megan again. Honestly--I'm envious, & if my slight knee pain doesn't go away soon--I'm calling her for an appointment:)

Barbara F

A loud shout out to PT Megan Steele. My shoulder was aching & significantly reduced my range of motion & came out of nowhere, which made it even more frustrating. Wife's friend highly recommended Megan, & so grateful she did since during several months of invaluable weekly visits, she worked diligently to ensure my shoulder improved &--didn't get any worse.
With a doctorate in PT, she certainly knows her stuff & how to work with geezers (74) like me, though did see other clients 30, 40, 50 & up @ her office. She asks great questions & then comes up with a focused plan of action.
After a reasonable period of time, we did an assessment, & because my shoulder discomfort wasn't going to go away completely, she recommended I was ready to graduate. My range of motion has tangibly improved, I experienced so much relief & support & gladly would've continued our sessions, but had reached the limit on insurance paying alas... Run--don't walk--to Steele Physical Therapy--5 star+ without a doubt.

Maarten R.

I started working with Megan in the aftermath of medical trauma, major surgery, and longstanding chronic pain/instability issues. The nature of my overlapping issues made discovering safe ways to move and strengthen my body extremely confusing, and at times frightening. Megan's therapeutic, confident, and holistic approach was exactly what was needed for my overworked nervous system. She is skilled at creating actionable, bite-sized plans which gave me access to progress at a pace that worked for me and kept me feeling safe and supported. Her hands on work during visits was always soothing and immediately helpful. Megan inspires deep trust and truly seems to love her work! Grateful.

Jami C

Callum B.

The best of the best when it comes to physical therapy! So much focus on building strength while working through an injury. I am convinced Aly is the best when it comes to injury prevention as well.

Erin H.

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Jackson J.

My Urologist referred me to Megan as her top choice for a physical therapist to work on a few issues I've been having. After only a few sessions with Megan, my symptoms have significantly improved. Amazing! She's also helping me with my digestion, along with some neck/back issues I've had for quite some time.
Megan is highly intelligent and expertly skilled in diagnostics and technique. She's caring and friendly, and I completely trust that she knows the best treatment for my body's optimal health. I've already recommended Megan to many of my friends. I'm so grateful to have found her!

Niki S.

Wonderful experience with Meg. I had worked with several pretty good PTs before, but she really rose above. Holistic, soothing approach really calmed my whole body down, which helped with chronic back & knee issues & gave me a better understanding of the mind-body connection. Thanks to her, I'm now competing in tennis more strenuously than I had thought possible & taking better care of myself.

Charlie A

Sarah B.

Megan is the absolute best. Extremely professional, excellent bedside manner, and her knowledge across issues is unmatched. I started seeking Physical Therapy Treatment with her dealing with a few injuries while training for a marathon. I had serious runners knee as a result of weak glutes, and she started helping treat me.

Not only was she able to help with symptoms of my issue, but she also gave me a ton of knowledge to be able to help me do all the exercises at home. Can't really recommend Megan enough! GO see her for any type of problem and she will help. THE BEST!

Miranda D.

Megan is the best! I first went to her four years ago for shoulder issues that I thought were unresolvable. After a few months working with me, I regained full mobility. Earlier this year I returned to Megan for ankle and foot issues. Because of Megan's subject matter expertise, compassion, and knowledge of all current treatments, I am on the road to wellness once again. Megan continuously takes classes to add to her already vast portfolio of knowledge and incorporates these techniques into her treatments. I would highly recommend Megan to anyone who wants to feel their best!

Felicia Z.

I've seen many PT's over the years and can say from experience that they are not all created equal. Megan is the absolute best.
Her ability to keep looking for answers to tough cases is one of the things that sets her apart. She also has a great bedside manner, very professional and her knowledge and diagnostic techniques are fantastic. I saw her for tennis/golf elbow issues that wouldn't go away and she quickly got to the root of the issue -which by the way, was nerve impingement, not an injury. She worked with me to stretch, loosen, massage, cupping etc to improve. She also believes in "teaching you to fish" so that you're not reliant on weekly visits for the rest of your life. Take what she gives you, do it on your own time, and you'll be healed quickly AND you'll learn how to prevent the most common injuries in your type of life, be they from desk sitting or sports.

I highly recommend Megan!

Robert Y.

Megan is the best! She's very knowledgeable and skilled at what she does. I've been going to her for a couple months for various issues. I have a tendency to overuse my body so I always have a lot going on physically. She listens to what I have to say, then does some diagnostic analysis and gets right to work. Every session has been very productive and she really does have magic hands. She's gotten stubborn muscle knots to release by barely touching me. I value her services.

Kent B.

As a tennis/fitness trainer & player - Megan has helped me rehabilitate sports injuries and always has great corrective exercises to work on at home. Megan is very detailed and explains the functioning & mechanics in a relatable way for injury prevention. I am grateful for her services.

Michael P.

Dr. Steele was a very knowledgeable and gentle physical therapist. Not only did she help me with my arm pain, but she also gave me a bunch of exercises I could do to alleviate my hunch. They're easy, I can do them anywhere, and helped my neck feel better too. I highly recommend her!

David R.

If you were looking for a physical therapist your search is over I have the best her name is Dr Megan Steele she has been working with me on various physical problems and The improvements are remarkable highly highly recommend her.

Eileen Z

Megan is the best! She is working with me to help with nerves after I had an accident where I cut my palm open and severed the nerves in my left hand. Megan really takes the time to talk with you and listen about what's going on and even asks questions that are related but you wouldn't think of. She was thorough and did strength tests to see how my injured hand/arm compared with my healthy hand/arm. We decided on a session of cupping on my shoulder and back. It was a little painful but Megan was great at talking me through it all and explaining every step of the way. I absolutely recommend Steele Physical Therapy!

Drew G.

Megan is AMAZING! She has helped me through TWO very severe rotator cuff surgeries. Her approach is second to non!! She makes me feel comfortable, she uses new world and old world techniques and my surgeon is VERY impressed with my progress. I've tried other places and other therapists and have never experienced anything close to the care that Megan provides. Major injuries and rehab can be a very stressful time, Megan kept me positive, kept me challenged and really cared about me and my recovery. I HIGHLY recommend her and can't thank her enough!

Curtis R.

Megan is amazing and I feel so lucky to have found her. She is helping me with knee pain as well as chronic tension in my neck and shoulders. She is extremely patient and generous with her time and expertise. Whenever I have questions (always!) she talks me through what we're doing clearly and simply so that I can understand what is going on with my body and be more engaged in the healing process. She also has very cool online exercises that she personalizes and sends by email so that you can keep on top of your at home regimen! Could not recommend her more highly.

Bhuna I.

Megan is the best. I went to her when I first moved to LA and could not run and she got my knees in tip top shape again. Since then she is my go to for all physical ailments. I recently went to her towards the end of my pregnancy for help on my knees, feet, and tight muscles. As usual she had a smart diagnosis, relieved a lot of pain and tightness in the session, and gave me a realistic at home plan. I sent my boyfriend to Megan for his feet and knees as well. She is by far the best PT I've ever been to and as a lifelong athlete there have been many. Kind, smart, practical and skilled. She's the best there is.

Latia C.

Megan has helped me few times in the last year and been great in relieving some back pains that are occasional. Also helping teach me how to strengthen core to reduce chances of reoccurrence.

Wayne C.

When you work with Megan you are in the hands of the BEST physical therapist on the planet. She creates a very safe and contained environment to open up and heal. I came to her seeking help for chronic and debilitating nerve pain in my leg. I was unable to stand or walk for any length of time. Today after 4 1/2 months of weekly sessions with her I AM standing and walking and have my life back! She is incredibly knowledgeable about the body and its systems. Ask her anything about anatomy and she answers with clarity and patience. Her treatments are hands on and her approach and touch is exemplary. She listens with her hands and knows where to go in the body. I appreciate the many exercises she has given me to do on my own and they have become a part of my daily regimen of self care. She's talented, a natural and gifted teacher, super smart, humble, compassionate, resilient, a seeker, encouraging and has a great personality and sense of humor! When you are in her presence you feel that she is completely there for you. I feel incredibly blessed and grateful to have found her. I highly recommend her. GO SEE HER!

Ellie J.

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