About Revive PT & Pilates
A Premier Team of Pilates Instructors & Physical Therapists in San Diego
Years of Combined Team Experience in PT & Pilates
45+
Women Served in AND AROUND San DiegO, CA
1,700+
Consistently Received From Happy Clients
5 Stars
DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR WOMEN.
DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR WOMEN.
Blending the Best of Therapeutic Pilates & Physical Therapy
We specialize in helping women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s overcome pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, and movement limitations through a highly personalized and holistic care model. If you're searching for a compassionate, highly trained pelvic floor therapist or need expert pelvic floor therapy in San Diego, you’re in the right place.
Our approach combines:
One-on-one sessions with a licensed pelvic floor & spine specialist physical therapist
Personalized therapeutic Pilates programming
Concierge-level plan, attention, and follow-up
A calm, empowering space where you feel truly seen
Whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, postpartum recovery, injury rehab, or simply want to feel stronger, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
We help women heal their bodies and find lasting relief without medications or surgery, so they can live more active, healthy, and happy lives!™
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Learn More About Our Story
Watch this short video to get a peek into the story behind Revive PT & Pilates and learn more about our mission.
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
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Emmett Marsh
DESIGN DIRECTOR
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Eleanor Parks
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
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Karl Holland
SALES MANAGER
Meet the Revive Team
Our all-female team brings together expert care, real-world experience, and deep compassion for the women we serve. We’re here to help you move forward — with confidence, clarity, and support — so you can get back to loving and moving your body again.
Dr. Dawn Andalon
DPT, MTC, CPI
Owner and Co-founder, Physical Therapist, Speaker, Author, & Educator
Dr. Dawn is passionate about creating a space where women from perimenopause and beyond feel understood — not rushed. With over 20 years of experience in women’s health physical therapy and Pilates, she leads the Revive team with compassion, excellence, and a deep commitment to whole-person care. She also has a popular YouTube channel (Move to Heal) and has authored several books, including It’s Never Too Late.
As a leading women’s health specialist in the San Diego area, Dr. Dawn helps women from postpartum to menopause and beyond with treatments for spine, hip, and pelvic floor issues so they can recover from pain, increase strength, and regain freedom in their bodies’ movement again.
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Prior to living in Carlsbad, CA, she worked at Nike WHQ in Portland, OR as a physical therapist and consultant. She has always enjoyed fitness and working with the active population as she was a former dancer and gymnast. Dawn has completed certification through Polestar Pilates which she has implemented with elite and Olympic athletes, surfers, golf pros, and the weekend warrior to enhance their chosen sport and for rehab with spinal injuries. She is highly trained in Pelvic floor rehab, holds a manual therapy certification from University of St. Augustine, and has special training with the female athlete population.
She enjoys treating spine, hip, and pelvic issues. Dawn also has a passion for women's healthcare, serving as an educator to bridge the gap between labor/delivery and return to exercise and educating post menopausal women on how to stay healthy as they age. She has authored 3 books and has a top rated Podcast called, The Women's Health Happy Hour, as well as over 10K subscribers on her popular YouTube channel. She has served on the advisory board for Fit4Mom nationwide fitness company and has been hired to speak on stage at national conferences. When she’s not in the studio, you’ll find her at the beach with her husband and two daughters, lifting weights, or on her yoga mat. -
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, St. Augustine, FL
Exercise Physiology & Dance - Ohio University
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Polestar Pilates Rehab/Studio Certification
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehab Institute trained
Manual Therapy Certified - University of St. Augustine & Health Sciences
Certified Selective Functional Movement Assessment Specialist
FIT4MOM Medical Advisory Board
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Meagan Ambacher
Operations/Client Services Manager
Meagan is the one who creates a welcoming foundation for care—where every woman feels seen, safe, and empowered to reclaim her strength. Meagan brings over a decade of leadership experience in fast-paced, people-focused environments. Originally from Ohio, she moved to San Diego in 2017 and has since found her passion in building systems that support strong teams and meaningful client experiences.
At Revive, Meagan ensures the studio runs smoothly behind the scenes while helping every client feel supported from their very first visit.
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A former competitive softball player, Meagan has always felt at home in movement. But it wasn’t until her 30s—when she began training in jiu-jitsu and weightlifting—that she truly reconnected with her own strength. That journey ignited a deep commitment to helping women reclaim power in their bodies and confidence in every stage of life. She brings that passion into everything she does—leading with care, structure, and a belief that confidence is built from the inside out.
Outside of work, Meagan is a proud sports mom to three teenagers. She enjoys painting, walking her dog, playing the piano, and soaking in the ocean breeze at the beach. Whether she’s cheering from the sidelines or managing the flow of a busy day at the clinic, Meagan shows up with intention, heart, and the belief that women are capable of extraordinary things.
Dr. Annalise Thompson
DPT
Physical Therapist, Pelvic Floor Specialist, Pilates & Fitness Expert
She believes that movement is a human right and an under-appreciated pillar of our life. Through her own experience with chronic pain she has discovered the power of the human body and the intricacies that come with the path of healing.
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She is passionate about Physical Therapy as it is a unique facet of healthcare that encompasses in-depth medical knowledge, fitness expertise, hands-on techniques, and influences from alternative medicine. Her speciality experience includes sports performance, orthopedics, women’s health, pelvic floor rehabilitation, and Pilates. She has higher level training from Herman & Wallace Pelvic Institute and has been using Pilates as a method to help her clients connect their mind to their body effectively with pelvic floor conditions and to resolve back pain. She was born and raised in San Francisco, CA and is now proud to call San Diego her home.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy; obtained clinical doctorate from San Diego State University
Pilates Trained in Mat and Reformer
Pelvic Floor Training from Herman & Wallace Pelvic Institute
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B.S. in Kinesiology and Pre-Physical Therapy - San Diego State University
Michelle Drake
Pilates & Movement Specialist
She loves helping others become more self-aware of their body. A former tech professional turned Pilates Instructor, she's all too familiar with "tech-neck" and other misalignments that develop in the body due to periods of prolonged sitting in front of a computer, which she’s passionate about helping women recover from.
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Michelle uses counter-movements to lengthen the neck, open the chest, strengthen the core, and improve the body's total posture. Along with "desk rehab," she also specializes in athletic conditioning. In addition to being a certified STOTT Pilates instructor, she is TRX-certified and loves incorporating TRX, as well as body weight and stability exercises into her routines to keep the body challenged. When consistent, clients report moving and feeling stronger in their everyday lives. When not in the studio, Michelle loves to travel, hang with her doggy and be a momma to her little boy!
This personal connection fuels her passion for helping others regain strength, mobility, and confidence in their bodies. She is committed to creating a nurturing space where clients feel supported in their wellness journeys, whether they are recovering from injury, navigating life transitions, or seeking to build strength and resilience. -
STOTT Certified Pilates Instructor
TRX Certified
Babette Cordova
Physical Therapy Assistant, Pelvic Floor Specialist,
Pilates and Fitness Specialist
Her mission is to empower women to improve their quality of life through professional, compassionate, and patient-centered care in a fun and supportive environment. As a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with a Pilates and Pelvic Floor specialty, she brings a well-rounded approach to women’s health and wellness.
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With a background in group fitness and personal training, she has developed a deep understanding of the unique needs of women and their physical wellbeing. Drawing from her own journey, which includes two successful lumbar spine surgeries — a Laminectomy and Discectomy in 2015 and an Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion in 2017 — she has firsthand experience with pain and rehabilitation.
This personal connection fuels her passion for helping others regain strength, mobility, and confidence in their bodies. She is committed to creating a nurturing space where clients feel supported in their wellness journeys, whether they are recovering from injury, navigating life transitions, or seeking to build strength and resilience. -
Associate of Occupational Science | Pima Medical Institute: Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
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ACE: Health Coach, Orthopedic Exercise Specialist, Personal Trainer
FIT4MOM Instructor (StrollerStrides)
Certified Pilates Instructor (mat, reformer, chair, springboard, Cadillac)
Herman & Wallace Pelvic Institute Pelvic Floor training
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING.
Women just like you have…
recovered from years of pain, Cancelled surgeries, AND regained strength.
Hear a few of them share their own stories of transformation.
100% Happiness Guaranteed
Yes, We Said It.
We are so confident in what we do and how we help people that you are protected by our 100% happiness guarantee. If you are not 100% satisfied with the level of service you are provided, all you have to do is tell us at the time of your session and your session is on us. It's that simple.
Why We Do This Work
We’ve seen too many women feel ignored, isolated, or discouraged when their bodies change after having babies and going through menopause – or after dealing with chronic pain but being dismissed by traditional medical practices. We’re here to rewrite that story and help women pave a new path for their wellness.
Our team is made up of highly trained, all-female experts — each one a passionate advocate for women's health. Whether you're looking for a physical therapist in San Diego, CA or a safe place to reconnect with your body through movement and care with therapeutic Pilates in Encinitas, we're here to help you feel at home in your body again.
We don’t push symptoms aside. We listen. We customize, and we empower women.
FAQs
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Physical Therapy: Your first visit is all about understanding your story. We’ll sit down for a full evaluation, review your health history, and assess your movement, posture, and any symptoms. From there, we’ll begin gentle hands-on therapy and introduce therapeutic exercises tailored to your body. You’ll leave feeling heard, supported, and clear on your path forward.
Pilates: Your first session is all about you. We’ll start with a one-on-one assessment to understand your goals, any injuries or health concerns, and how your body moves. You’ll be introduced to the equipment (like the reformer) and guided through gentle, therapeutic exercises tailored to your needs. Expect a supportive, no-pressure environment that focuses on building confidence, connecting to your core, and laying a foundation for long-term results. -
Our studio is in the heart of North County San Diego. We proudly offer therapeutic Pilates and physical therapy in Encinitas, CA to women seeking compassionate, expert-led care. Our address is: 681 Encinitas Blvd #308, Encinitas, CA 92024 – and yes, there is a parking lot with plenty of free parking available.
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We offer a concierge-style, women-focused experience. Our sessions are one-on-one, highly personalized, and combine physical therapy with therapeutic Pilates for whole-body, lasting results — not just symptom relief.
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Pelvic floor physical therapy is a specialized branch of physical therapy (PT) focused on the muscles, nerves, and connective tissues that support your bladder, uterus, and bowel. At Revive, we go beyond standard PT by addressing these deeper, often overlooked issues that affect intimacy, continence, posture, and confidence. And yes—it’s completely private, respectful, and tailored to your needs.
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Therapeutic Pilates is a specialized, clinically-informed approach that combines Pilates principles with rehabilitation techniques to help relieve pain, improve core strength, and restore movement. Ideal for women 40+, it’s personalized to support recovery from injuries, surgeries, or conditions like back pain and pelvic floor dysfunction.
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Yes — pelvic floor therapy can help women at every stage of life, especially through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. It can reduce symptoms, restore function, and improve overall quality of life.
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We compiled a list of the 10 most common questions we get — with our thorough answers — to make it easy for you to get the most pressing info you’re looking for and learn how we support women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s through physical therapy.
Helping Women in Encinitas, CA, San Diego County, & Beyond
Our wellness studio is located in Encinitas, CA, and we serve and support women all around the San Diego area, particularly in North County San Diego.
Encinitas
Carlsbad
Rancho Santa Fe
Leucadia
Cardiff By The Sea
Solana Beach
Del Mar
La Jolla
Oceanside
