Our Team
Dr. Rachel Daof, PT, DPT
& FOUNDER
Rachel is the founder of The Pelvic Model, a pelvic health clinic rooted in Northeast Los Angeles, and a passionate pelvic floor physical therapist. Her passion for pelvic health began early—while still in high school, she enrolled in college-level courses in sexual psychology and women’s history. These early explorations sparked a deep curiosity about the body and our systems of care, ultimately leading her to pursue a career in pelvic health—one that’s grounded in a holistic approach and aimed at helping people feel confident, trusting, and hopeful in both their care and their bodies.
Rachel brings deep clinical experience from working at several top pelvic health clinics across Southern California, including a hospital-based program, where she’s treated a wide range of pelvic floor conditions. Her approach is grounded in both advanced orthopedic and visceral techniques and is continually shaped by ongoing education. She regularly attends professional conferences and has pursued extensive postgraduate training, including yoga certification, PCES certification, and specialized coursework in pelvic health— among many others. As a proud member of ISSWSH, Rachel stays connected to the latest research and innovations in sexual and pelvic health care.
Dr. Lilit Melikyan, PT, DPT
Lilit has earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from California State University, Northridge and has been working as a licensed physical therapist since 2020. During her first pregnancy, Lilit experienced the challenges of postpartum recovery, which started her journey to specialize in pelvic floor dysfunctions.
Lilit treats all genders with bladder dysfunction, bowel dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain, pregnancy and postpartum patients with utilization of her orthopedic skills, visceral fascia mobilization and myofascial mobilization.
She is continuously trying to broaden her knowledge and expertise in the field to better educate and treat all individuals in order to optimize pelvic health and allow each patient to live a more fulfilled quality of life.
Dr. Dru Ishibashi, PT, DPT
Dru earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Austin, TX. She decided to specialize in pelvic health physical therapy after completing a clinical rotation in a pelvic health setting and seeing how the patient population is largely underserved. Dru works with patients of all gender identities with diagnoses ranging from sexual dysfunction, bladder/bowel dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum, and gender affirming care.
Dru is very passionate about working with marginalized communities and advocating for equity in terms of access to and quality of medical care. She also enjoys working with athletes, having played basketball and soccer at the varsity level during her undergraduate years. Dru uses a holistic biopsychosocial approach for every patient in order to meet each patient where they are and provide the best possible individualized care.
In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her dog Ladybird and taking care of her plants.
Dr. Ashley Huynh, PT, DPT
Ashley is a board-certified physical therapist with a doctorate in physical therapy with two years of sports ortho-physical therapy training. Over the past year, Ashley started her pelvic floor physical therapy training in hopes of helping women and men gain confidence, independence, and, most importantly, an acknowledgment of their struggles and allow them a safe space to rehab.
With the combination of pelvic floor and sports ortho training, Ashley aims to bridge the gap and help all who walk through our doors become the best versions of themselves and allow them to pursue happiness.
Dr. Karin Andersson, PT, DPT
Karin graduated with her doctorate in physical therapy from Western University of Health Sciences nearly 10 years ago. Since her schooling, she has always held a deep interest in women's health and sports performance. She has worked with many high level athletes, as well as "weekend warriors."
Karin has always felt strongly about taking care of women, which was her gateway to pelvic therapy. Pelvic health has always been a part of her practice, however her interest and passion took off when she had her 2 children and went through all that is pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. She now treats all pelvic, hip, and spinal dysfunctions including bowel/bladder issues, pregnancy/post partum, sexual dysfunction, and back pain for all genders with a unique mix of orthopedic and pelvic skills.
In her free time, you'll catch her road biking, lifting weights, and as much as possible, heading to the mountains for good skiing with her husband and sons.
Tricia Obusan
Office Manager
Born & raised in Northeast Los Angeles, Tricia brings extensive healthcare administration management expertise to the table. Passionate about making every person who walks into the clinic feel seen and heard, she approaches her work with gentle and genuine care. Tricia’s commitment to excellence shines through in her meticulous attention to detail and thoughtful approach to every task. From coordinating patient and staff schedules to ensuring everything runs smoothly, she approaches everything with intention - because creating a truly supportive space is what every patient deserves.
When she’s not navigating the ins and outs of The Pelvic Model’s office, you’ll find her feeling the burn at a Lagree studio or practicing functional training, proving that GoogleSheets aren’t the only things she can flex.
Weekends are reserved for adventures with her daughter (whose silly goose antics provide more entertainment than any streaming service can offer) and exploring LA’s diverse culinary scene. If you need recommendations, Tricia is your go-to source for the perfect dining spot across town, no matter what you’re craving.
Teeana Cotangco
Yoga Instructor & Marketing Strategist
Teeana is a marketing strategist, yoga instructor, and wellness advocate passionate about embodied healing and community care. With a background in product marketing in the footwear industry, she brings a creative, audience-driven approach to storytelling and engagement. Her career shift into nonprofit and wellness spaces reflects a deep commitment to accessible, holistic support—particularly for youth, students, and underrepresented communities. At The Pelvic Model, Teeana blends her expertise in marketing with her training in yoga, breathwork, and somatic practices to craft culturally aware, empowering experiences. Whether she's leading a campaign or a class, she creates space for connection, reflection, and growth—encouraging others to tune in, move intentionally, and reclaim their narratives.
Dinah Jamandron
Administrative Assistant
Having prior administrative experience with both the County and District, Dinah offers a well-rounded understanding of how to effectively support healthcare operations. Her further work experience in public health and health education has strengthened her passion in community empowerment through education and advocacy. She believes in the significance of supporting and uplifting all communities — one patient at a time ! She is on track to becoming an occupational therapist and shares in The Pelvic Model’s vision to restore function, confidence, and quality of life. Her role here shows just how powerful rehabilitation can be, fueling her initiative in her current administrative role and inspiring her excitement as a future provider.
Outside of the clinic, Dinah enjoys playing piano and being outdoors — you can catch her camping with family, paddle-boarding, roadtripping, and perfecting her golf backswings.