Kristen Merchant, PT, DPT

Kristen Merchant – Endometriosis Physical Therapist

Summary: Kristen Merchant is a dedicated endometriosis physical therapist based in Los Angeles, California, who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for women navigating pelvic floor challenges. At Origin Physical Therapy, Kristen Merchant specializes in prenatal and postpartum care, with a strong focus on supporting patients through the physical and emotional transitions of motherhood and endometriosis recovery.

With a doctorate in physical therapy from Emory University and a background in kinesiology and athletic training, Kristen Merchant combines clinical expertise with personal experience. Her journey into women’s health was deeply influenced by her own birth experience, leading her to focus on breastfeeding support and pelvic floor therapy. She takes pride in helping patients feel empowered, heard, and supported through individualized care. Whether you’re preparing for childbirth, healing postpartum, or managing endometriosis symptoms, Kristen Merchant offers a warm, knowledgeable approach to help you feel stronger and more connected to your body.

Visit types: Office

Spoken languages: English

Interpreting services for other languages: No

What you should know about me: Kristen grew up in the surrounding cities of Los Angeles, CA. Kristen’s initial interest in physical therapy was sparked in undergrad while pursuing athletic training. She graduated from Cal State Long Beach with a degree in Kinesiology and then went on to obtain her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. After the birth of Kristen’s first son, who was born 11 weeks prematurely due to complications with the pregnancy, Kristen deep-dived into the realm of Women’s Health. She developed a passion for all things breastfeeding and pelvic floor related. Kristen is committed to serving the prenatal and postpartum population in easing the transitions into motherhood, whether it’s their first birth or any subsequent birth, as no two births are the same. In her free time, Kristen and her husband enjoy trying out new vegan restaurants and taking walks with their two boys.