At From the Heart Physical Therapy I learned about myofascial release therapy and had sessions with the wonderful Sepi Aeen. the owner. After my first visit I walked straighter and had less pain. The visit was in a private room and the sound of the soothing music relaxed me. Sepi did gentle movements that worked magic on my back & pelvis. I was amazed. Alex and Anna, Sepi's staff are kind, efficient and thoughtful. I could not have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend this place. read more

This is the ultimate best PT ever (and I have been to others) Sepi literally saved my life. She got me 100% well without needing the recommended surgery. Professional, caring and supportive in every way The best you can get! read more

I broke my arm and shoulder last year and had a number of physical therapy sessions at my healthcare provider facility. I realized that I needed more specialized care and treatment in order to improve. I was referred to Sepi and am so grateful. First of all, the treatment space is beautiful, comfortable and serene. The staff are professional, gracious, and kind. The care that I have received from Sepi is incredible. She is a very knowledgeable, intuitive, and gifted healer. She listens, asks questions, gives suggestions and is always kind and loving. Sepi also makes sure to help me help myself by explaining and sending me various exercises so that I am able to treat myself. My mobility and flexibility have improved dramatically. I feel so lucky to have connected with From the Heart Physical Therapy. read more

Sepi provides amazing touch for a stressed nervous system. Myofascial release reduces my reactive tension and nurtures the opportunity for intentional, creative alternatives. Thank you for providing a space where communication and candor are appreciated and soundly experienced. read more

I had a wonderful experience here. From the moment I walked in I felt welcomed and cared for. Sepi, my therapist was very professional, knowledgeable and gentle with me. She understood my needs and listened to my concerns. My mobility and pain levels have improved dramatically since starting therapy here! read more

From The Heart Physical Therapy is truly a special place. I have been to many clinics and this one stands out as warm, welcoming, nurturing, and everyone I encounter really cares about each person that walks in the door. Sepi is a very knowledgeable and experienced physical therapist with a healing touch and uses various techniques and myofascial release during treatment. She clearly explains what she is doing during treatment, and exercises and stretches for home to help continue progressing in between and after treatment. Being a therapist and having been to several clinics, this is the first time I have been taught how to help myself using myofascial release and experiencing relief from treatment with a gentle and non-invasive approach. I feel very grateful to have found From The Heart Physical Therapy and have this healing experience to help me return to the activities I enjoy. I highly recommend going to From The Heart Physical Therapy for everyone from a new injury or concern to something that you have been living for many years (like myself) and you will not regret it! read more

The team at From the Heart are all angels! I am so thankful fior Sepi and her team. Alex at the front desk is so kind and professional from start to finish. They took such good care of my dad. Very attentive and gentle. This is the best physical therapy facility I have ever experienced!! Also, what a beautiful and relaxing place. read more

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For years I had uncomfortable tightness from the muscles from the right side of my neck radiating into my right shoulder area. I found about Sepi from my daughter Janey in San Diego who had appointments with talented myafascial therapist there. Janey directed me to From The Heart Physical Therapy here in the San Fernando Valley. It has been a game-changer in my improved health. I highly recommend you consult with them if you've not gotten improvements from deep-tissue work or other vigorous modalities! This work encourages the body to better heal itself with this gentle muscle and myafascial. Be well all, Tom Katsis read more

I found From the Heart Physical Therapy a few years back when I had almost lost hope of ever being pain free. I suffer from myofascial pain syndrome. It was very debilitating for me back then. I wasn't able to do many of my daily activities, or exercise, and I had very little energy which made me feel very depressed. Sepi and her staff at From the Heart started working on me and I soon saw a big improvement. Before long I was able to resume my normal life again. The therapy they do there is very gentle but very effective. The whole staff there are just wonderful and the decor of the office and treatment rooms are beautiful too. I love walking thru the lovely garden as you enter the building. It is so peaceful and tranquil there. They also have taught me specific stretches and exercises to do at home to help me whenever I am feeling a little discomfort . Instead of taking pain killers I now can do the stretches and exercises and get relief. Thank you Sepi and your great staff for giving me my life back. read more

I've had chronic pain in my head, neck, and back for 20 years. I went to a chiropractor regularly and tried just about anything anyone would suggest to try and get some relief. Nothing worked. Then a relative recommended I see Sepi at From the Heart and it changed my life. In only a few months my pain is so much less and my range of motion is greatly improved. Sepi not only addresses the pain you're feeling, but teaches you how to keep it from reoccurring at your own home. Most doctors tell you to come see them for additional treatments. It's very empowering to have the ability to help yourself. I can't recommend this place enough, you must try it. read more

Earlier this year one of my immediate family member had a condition that was managed with pain and other medications and required several ER and doctor's visits. Nonetheless her treatments provided only temporary relief. All that changed for the better after we visited the unique place called "From The Heart Physical Therapy" in Reseda. The treatments exercises, and lifestyle recommendations from Sepi made a tremendous difference. Today my family member is doing well, her complaints are gone. Thanks to Sepi and her compassionate caring staff who change people lives for the better. I'm forever thankful for Sepi and her friendly team for the work they have done to help my loved one get back to her normal self. Finally, I highly recommend "From The Heart Physical Therapy" place to anyone who is looking for the best physical therapist in a tranquil, beautiful environment. read more

This review is way overdue. Sepi is an amazing practitioner and incredibly sweet human. My son with cerebral palsy sees her weekly and she makes a huge difference with his tone and comfort. My husband and I see her whenever we hurt (thanks middle age) and she fixes us without fail. Bonus is that I always leave incredibly relaxed. read more

Before meeting Sepi, I had had myofascial work elsewhere that was very deep and painful, so I fully expected to be in pain here as well. I was very happily surprised by how gentle Sepi's touch is, and how slow moving her adjustments are. It feels like you're barely being manipulated, but so much change is happening in the body, even from the very first visit. I knew I was in good hands when my muscles relaxed within the first five minutes. After a series of sessions, I feel a lot less pain in my hip and lower back. I also have more strength and mobility and am looking forward to getting back into yoga, which I had to give up for years due to pain. It takes work between sessions at home, but if you're willing to implement the exercises Sepi teaches you and stay consistent, you will find relief. And you will have tools to help yourself at home forever. read more

Sepi's treatments are a treat! Her magic hands (transmitting her deep knowledge) are physically effective, and her personality and the whole atmosphere of her "clinic" (much too clinical of a word for it) and kindliness of her staff (that's you, Anna and Alex) emotionally comforting. I feel myself starting to relax even as I walk from my car through the beautiful, serene, park-like garden leading to the entrance. The mood deepens once inside, with the soothing music in the air and the calming decor. And I love that the experience is so personalized: I'm the only client in the gym when Anna puts me through my exercise paces, and in a private room when Sepi works on me. I have had standard PT at several clinics, and they're almost like being in a commercial gym, which I hate. Most important, of course: Sepi's treatments, combined with my actually doing the home exercises she recommends, have massively improved my pain and range-of-motion limitations from a shoulder issue. I know it may seem odd to say about going to PT, but I look forward to my visits to From The Heart. I think I'll actually be sorry when I no longer need treatment! Lucky I also have a knee problem that needs addressing... ;-) read more

Thanks to the Miracle Worker, Sepi Aeen and her dedicated staff and many patients who have benefited from her work, at From the Heart Physical Therapy, we are indeed Blessed and fortunate to have this wonderful healing remedy available-at our doorstep! I was researching for a Pulmonary Specialist who could direct better survival for my late husband Chris's great discomfort due to Pulmonary Fibrosis, when I struck 'gold' in finding Sepi Aeen. From being given only 1-1 1/2 yrs to live, he was able to survive another 4 years with exceptional help from Myofascial Release as practiced by Sepideh Aeen at From the Heart Physical Therapy. He not only 'survived' but also accompanied me on a holiday visiting 15 countries in Europe, and the Great Panama Cruise, of course with the constant help of Oxygen as well as Help from MFR and wonderful guidance of his Cardiologist Dr Sheila Kar and Amazing Pulmonary Specialist Dr Amy Weinberg in LA. Although my beloved husband has passed away, he left me with the lasting help of Sepi and her unparalleled abundance of ongoing guidance and assistance from MFR practiced by her and her staff at From the Heart Physical Therapy. Due to the exceptional practice of MFR formulated by its founder, John Barnes, this method of Physical Therapy is helping many-in my own circle of friends & relatives in all corners of the world such as Sri Lanka, Scotland, England, Thailand, Australia to name a few. 'Normal' discomfort and pain from just 'growing older' as well as illness can be vastly reduced with proper guidance from an authority such as Sepi. She and her well trained staff have helped me as well as countless patients-people who most often could not find a suitable 'therapist' who did as much as Sepi to help them along and enjoy a better quality of life. No matter your age or ailment, you certainly couldn't do better then give a try to what Sepi can do at From The Heart Physical Therapy. Her guidance helps me and mine-and always will. read more

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I am so grateful for finding "From the Heart" I had a fall and could barely turn my head and had continuous and unremitting pain. After doing some research, I found Sepi Aeen at From the Heart and she gave me my life back with her amazing touch. I had never experienced Myofacial Release and had no idea what this was. Now I will never live without it. I cannot recommend this extraordinary place enough. I drive from one side of the city to the other once a week for therapy and it is the most worthwhile trip of my week. I feel so much better and my body is no longer the cause of never-ending pain. My life is more pain free than I ever could have imagined after suffering for so long. Ahavia Scheindlin September 2019 read more

I have had chronic neck, back, and TMJ pain since having jaw surgery years ago. Sepi's loving hands and gentle touch have done wonders to combat my neck and jaw pain. Sepi treats with love. Since finding Sepi my jaw has stopped locking up, and I have more range of motion in my neck. I'm so happy to have found Sepi and to have such a talented and loving therapist so close to home. read more

Sepi was the one who helped me after trying all different avenues for a frozen shoulder. I was in so much pain even with PT, acupuncture and massage. I'm back to Pilates and pain free. Thank you!!!! read more

My heart will be forever grateful to Sepi for helping me heal with the extraordinary gift she has in treating me with her myofascial release technique. From the moment you walk through her beautiful garden and then enter her calming therapeutic home like setting, you will feel like you left the outside world behind you. Each one of her beautiful treatment rooms is filled with a sense of serene calmness with a soothing background of meditation music. Sepi's knowledge and training in myofascial release for so many different ailments she treats is beyond excellence of any psychical therapy you will ever receive. She also will give you all the instructions and tools you will need to help you practice for yourself at home to help keep yourself pain-free! Her wonderful office manager, Alex, is the sweetest, most caring person who will make you feel right at home and will gladly answer any questions you may have. I truly feel that "From the Heart" psychial therapy is a hidden gem that once you experience sepi's magical touch, you will want to continue on this journey of health and wellness for yourself. read more

When nothing else has worked there is still hope. After an injury last January and previous spinal fusions as well as a hip replacement I was losing hope in resuming a normal life free of pain. I have undergone several injections a spine surgery and physical therapy since January with very little relief. Then I found Sepi. I spoke to my surgeon who said he never heard of myofascial therapy but felt it could not hurt me. I got a bit of relief right away but took a few more sessions to remember what it is like to move around pain free. Sepi is a gift from God, and I continue to heal more each session. It is not a straight line of healing, but a gradual journey back to life. I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. She gives you at home exercises as well so that you can keep getting better. From the heart is a beautiful tranquil place where true healing begins. Her staff is amazing, and you never have a long waiting time. Thank you Sepi. read more

When you decide you have given up because you haven't found that miracle from medicine we all imagine is out there. . . You will have found yourself in a sanctuary of healing. The staff led by charismatic and nurturing Sepideh, aka Sepi, will evaluate you, explain in simple easy to grasp jargon what is ailing you, and then proficiently intervene and set you onto your path of recovery. Rediscovering what it's like to not hurt as much and be able to be functional again in your physicality is your incentive for making this choice. The other staff that assists Sepi are all immersed in the same philosophy of healing that she embraces as her focus on health and healing and I'm incapable of finding a fault or complaint whenever I have been treated at her office. I know when I am treated I feel better and more satisfied then when I have paid for a Burke Williams massage, the difference is compassion for her clients, concerned for recovering your function and passion for what she and her staff do each day they report for duty. I'm compelled to speak out because there have been multiple times when I have been so incapacitated due to physical pain and they have always availed themselves to enable me to return to work, to my family and to my health. From my heart, to "From the Heart," you cannot avoid feeling blessed and rejoiced in your decision to make your mind up to visit this oasis in plain sight. I'm grateful for the opportunity of being connected to these wonderful healers. read more

This place is awesome at PT and have visiting neighborhood cats and chickens in their gorgeous yard!

Sepi has been treating me for neck and back pain and I could not be happier with her care. She has a very calming way about her. The myofacial release that she does has had a very positive effect on my pain. I have had many physical therapist treat me over the years but not with the style and success that Sepi has had. I highly recommend Sepi and Follow your heart. The office is very well run, clean and has ample free parking. read more

I've been seeing Sepi since July. I was previously diagnosed with spinal stenosis. Traditional PT wasn't giving me relief. Since seeing her, I've experienced more mobility and less pain in my back and leg. Highly recommend this type of therapy. read more

I have dealt with cervical spinal compression for many years. 16 months ago I fell off a ladder and aggravated that compression and apparently increased the area of compression to C-5-6-7 and T1. Over the past year I have experienced a variety of minor injuries and significantly increased neck pain mostly on my left side due I know specifically from the fall. Additionally I have developed tinnitus (ringing in ears) during this time period. I have been to my doctor - 2 ENTs - chiropractor and acupuncture and I attend yoga classes 3-4 times per week. I have had an MRI on my brain, carotid artery check, x-ray of neck and cervical spine. Nothing really helped relieve my neck pain or my tinnitus. I heard of myofacial release through my wife and sister-in-law. I hoped this might be the answer. I have grown to learn and understand exactly what this process entails and how it works in my first few visits. I realize that this is a process that works meticulously to re-balance the body's structure. During this process my neck pain has dramatically decreased and I can feel the muscles in my neck relaxing for the first time in years. As for the tinnitus.....it is still there but the intensity and volume is more subdued. I am encouraged by the fact that this process seems to be helping to unwind what has developed into a very uncomfortable physical experience for me. I totally embrace this process and appreciate the time Sepi Aeen has taken to not only work on me, but also educate me on the exact process. read more

This is an amazing, healing experience!! Form the time you walk from your car, through the garden, into the lobby you will be in a serene space. Sepi is an expert and she is very skilled in her therapy technique. She and her staff focus on the health outcome for each patient. read more

From The Heart Physical Therapy is an amazing place. Walking in from the parking area is beautiful! the garden is peaceful and serene. There are animals wandering about, chickens and cats and butterflies, all getting along with each other. The greeting I received from the receptionist was like that from an old friend. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, not typical of a PT office. The treatment rooms are comfortable, further relaxing you. And then the treatment begins. I didn't want it to stop. Explaining what she is doing, Sepi works your body loosening both body and mind. I really didn't want it to stop. By the way, I had the best night sleep that night and can't wait to return. If you have pain, are looking for deep relaxation or have other physical issues, you need to call From The Heart now! This is an amazing experience. read more

Sepi Aeen is an unbelievable healer and one of the kindest people I have ever met. She absolutely changed my life! I cannot even begin to describe how grateful I am to have met her. I had chronic back pain due to scoliosis that I lived with for all my life. I was told by drs that I would need surgery (after having had surgery as an adolescent) to fix my problem. THANK GOODNESS I found Sepi!!! She was able to heal my pain and teach me about fascia and MRF and I was able to avoid operations that probably would not have actually helped. I now know why my body hurts when it does and I have exercises that I do to maintain a pain free life. Sepi helped me through my first pregnancy, something I was scared to even think about after life-long back pain. If you are suffering and thinking about giving Sepi a call, DO IT!!! It was the best, most life-changing decision I ever made. (And totally worth the drive.) read more

As the name of this business reflects, Sepi and her team of healing professional, come from a place of caring. I immediately felt welcomed and safe in this clinic. It is immaculately clean and radiates uplifting energy. I was fortunate enough to receive a MFR treatment from both Sepi and Kevin. Together, their skilled touch supported me in letting go completely on the table. I felt listened to, heard and loved. My posture responded immediately as a result. I definitely will return. I consider Sepi one of the most talented MFR therapist's in Los Angeles. I am grateful to be her client and also to be able to learn under her during the monthly MFR Study Group's she and Kevin host. THANK YOU! read more

The staff is wonderful, supportive and accommodating. The location has a sweet courtyard with chickens and cats. Super relaxing. AND: the treatments are not only amazing, but you will go home with exercises and stretches so that you can be an active participant and learn how to manage your recovery. read more

I've been dealing with a right shoulder injury from Brazilian jiu jitsu. I am a Neuromuscular massage therapist and working on top this injury has made it difficult to heal. Having received my Level I Myofascial certification, which was taught by Sepi. I was hopeful and excited that her clinic was near my resident. Due to my injury I decided to quit (and focus on healing) jiu jitsu, resistance training, spartan training, and marathon training. I had my first session with Sepi last week and my video would express how powerful this work is. I was not able to perform any planks, pushups, pull-ups, etc....my yoga practice is a bit shaky from my norm, but I'm grateful. I will see Sepi for my second session today and I'm so excited! read more

You know those moments in witch words seem so insufficient to express what you are thinking or how you are feeling? Trying to express my gratitude and admiration for Sepi and Kevin it's almost impossible to put into words. As someone who has struggled with chronic debilitating pain for over 15 years I have tried every type of pain relieving methods. Chiropractic care, acupuncture, herbal remedies, AMA solutions, exercise, traditional massage etc. and yet my pain levels were getting worse. I felt myself slipping into an unhealthy mental state of mind fearing that I would never see a day in witch my pain levels weren't at an extremely high level. One day I stumbled upon myofascial release therapy. After trying another clinic which claims to be doing myofascial release and walking away in more pain then I started I finally found from the heart physical therapy. And the rest is history. I quickly learned that most therapist that claim they are practicing John Barnes myofascial release our indeed practiceing something, but nothing resembling true Jon Barnes Mýa fascial release. My first visit working with Kevin was completely life altering. I'm not an emotional person. But I literally walked out with tears in my eyes. I knew that I had finally found something that would help. I have now been working with them for several months, and the difference in my pain level is so dramatic friends and family around me can visibly see how much it is improving my quality-of-life. My pain went from an average of around 15 on a scale of 1 to 10 down to around five on a bad day. The fascia system is a very complex system, and after so many years of being out of balance and being stressed to its maximum capacity it takes a very long time with some folks to come back in harmony. Myofascial release is not a fast fix it solution. But it is a permanent solution. With that said I noticed immediate relief, and every session is as amazing as the first session. One thing that sets from the heart physical therapy apart from other myofascial centers is both Kevin and Sepi are not only highly educated and truly practiced John Barnes myofascial release, but they also in my opinion our immensely gifted at what they do. And you couldn't find people who care more about their patience if you tried. All of the staff our kind compassionate and caring. And the facility itself is absolutely breathtaking. I can't help myself, I refer anyone and everyone there direction. I am highly highly skeptical especially when it comes to pain relief as I've seen no success in any other thing that I have ever tried. I assure you if you have an open mind, willingness to learn and a little bit of patience you will see life altering results as well. read more

From The Hope Heart is a godsend to me. I have horrible adhesions throughout my abdomen going into my back (this is a 'no pain' myofascial release therapy that is nothing less than "exquisite"...) no painful, deep digging and pulling. They use gentle manipulation of the fascial tissue that allows you to feel the release of the underlying scar tissue. My therapist Sepi is so incredibly knowledgeable having learned from John Barnes, the wonderful, loving, wise man who developed this practice in the 1970s and continues to train therapists to this day. I felt hopeless prior to my sister finding them for me. The only answer it seemed, would be more surgery to cut away the adhesions which grow back more ferocious than ever, within six months. For the first time in years, I see light at the end of the tunnel. Not only that, but they train you how to continue to help yourself even when you're not having treatments, which is monumental. I've heard excellent things as well about their other therapists including Kevin... And their staff is amazing! Don't let anything stop you from seeking answers and getting the help you need. Blessings to the ends of the earth for their skill, compassion and love. read more

My chronic neck/upper back pain has significantly diminished since starting therapy at From the Heart and practicing homework that was provided to address my particular situation. Previously on my own, I had tried yoga and stretches that seemed to work the affected area, but lasting results were lacking. I am glad that Sepi was recommended to me! read more

Sepi, the main physical therapist at this wonderful center, is not only an experienced and super knowledgeable physical therapist, but also a gifted and amazingly intuitive healer. Unlike any other physical therapy centers, which have not really been of any help to my various problems (severe spinal stenosis, nerve compression to leg making it difficult to walk, spinal instability, fibromyalgia and just general chronic pain), you will get results with "From the Heart PT". I have been told by 4 LA surgeons including Cedar Sinai and UCLA that I need a major back fusion. I have 2 family members that had such operation with unsatisfying results, finding themselves in even more pain in the long run, so I was keen on avoiding or at least delaying such surgery. I have tried acupuncture and chiropractor with limiting or non-lasting results, yoga, pilates (made it worse) and rolfing (somewhat helpful but extremely painful). Sepi, ever so gently and skillfully, manipulates your tissues (fascia) to change your body back to normal (or at least close to getting you back to a stage of less or no pain). To my amazement, Sepi worked a lot on my abdomen slowly freeing my tissue from adhesions (from various prior pelvic surgeries) and with that improving my back pain. As a nice side effect, my bowels move better and I am getting help with other various female problems (bladder etc.) So in particular, ladies, listen up and see Sepi if you have pelvic pain, bladder issues...... you will be in great hands with her!!! I have mainly worked with Sepi, but Kevin is another great therapist and the office staff is also very pleasant. read more

From The Heart Physical Therapy is not your typical physical therapy office. Sepi has created a space that is not only beautiful, but also perfect for healing. From the impeccable grounds to the well appointed rooms, it is a little oasis in the middle of the valley. Sepi is an amazing healer. I look forward to coming here because I feel so much better when I leave. Valerie, the office manager, is so warm and friendly and always available to help. Once you come here, you won't want to go anywhere else. read more

From the Heart Physical Therapy is truly a miracle worker!!! I have been to other traditional Physical Therapy settings but got little relief from my pain. When you walk into the serenity garden and enter the house you begin to feel so calm and relaxed! Sepi has been given a gift for healing! I follow my session with a massage. This combination has worked wonders for my back pain! read more

This lady Sepi is an excellent therapist. Very professional, very helpful & very nice. I would recommend her to everyone

I am blown away with how my body has healed from Sepi's giftedness in Myofascial release. Being a massage therapist I've known about MFR for some time now. I came to Sepi to experience this kind of healing approach in hopes that I would want to get trained in it as well. I have suffered from pelvic floor issues and incontinence for years since having children. I did a year of pelvic floor PT and got some relief, but I still had bad enough symptoms that I went ahead and scheduled bladder sling surgery. Meeting with Sepi was kind of my last attempt to heal before surgery. Within the first couple session I could see improvement and I was so excited. I have gotten so much improvement within few weeks of therapy that I canceled my surgery! Thank you Sepi! I'm so grateful that I didn't need to get surgery after all. I'm am definitely going to take my training in MFR further because it's such important work and the results are amazing. read more

As someone who herniated a disc and experienced intense sciatica, I have lived with pain for many years. Now, arthritis has reared its ugly head, too. I've been to countless physical therapists, acupuncturists, and a host of alternative medicine practitioners over the years, but nothing helped... until my friend recommended From the Heart Physical Therapy. Under the healing hands of Sepi Aeen and Kevin Lea, From the Heart uses the John Barnes method of myofascial release. I had no idea what that was, but I was in so much pain, I was willing to give it a shot. I learned it's a way of elongating the restricted connective tissue (the fascia -- which covers the entire body). And this form of MFR is completely pain free. The PT's use only the gentlest of touches for a sustained period of time. You actually experience the knots in your body melting. I can't even begin to tell you how good it feels! They also give you easy exercises to do at home, which hasten the healing. And, believe me, these exercises are unlike any others. There's no worry about reinjuring yourself. On top of all this, Sepi and Kevin are the nicest people, as is the entire staff! And the building and surrounding grounds are like a Zen sanctuary. It truly is a place from the heart. I can't recommend it highly enough. read more