About me

Biography

Dr. Mariel Schofield is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist specializing in helping active adults overcome injury, restore function, and perform with confidence. Her work combines rehabilitation and performance, blending clinical expertise with individualized strength training and coaching.

She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree with Honors from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 2017, where she developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and movement science.After graduating, Mariel moved to Los Angeles to launch her career in health and wellness.

She has since applied her clinical expertise and leadership skills to help grow and scale two physical therapy businesses to multiple locations, blending high-level patient care with sustainable business development.

Mariel’s approach emphasizes long-term resilience, movement capability, and sustainable strategies that support both performance, health, and longevity. She partners closely with clients to help them feel capable, in control of managing their symptoms, and confident in their bodies.

As a Type 1 diabetic, Mariel is deeply passionate about community education and advocacy. She volunteers with local diabetes foundations, educating children and parents on how to safely manage diabetes alongside exercise and sport.

Outside of her clinical work, Mariel enjoys strength training, volleyball, travel, discovering new restaurants, hosting educational and community wellness events, and spending time with her French Bulldog.

A DIFFERENT APPROACH

This is not traditional physical therapy.

1 ON 1 / 60 MIN SESSIONS

No assistants. No hand-offs.Just focused, expert care every session.

REHAB / COACHING / STRENGTH

We don’t just treat pain —we build strength, capacity, and long-term resilience.

HYBRID SUPPORT

You don’t leave with a sheet of paper.You get ongoing programming, guidance, and accountability.

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We put the care back in healthcare. Providing continued guidance and support on how to live your best feeling & fittest life.

This is for you

Built for people who want more than “just getting by”

THE COMEBACK

You’re dealing with pain or injury — and want to return to sport, training or activity without any fear.

The Performance & Longevity

You want to stay strong, capable, and independent — long-term.Because a strong life is a good life.

THE POST-SURGICAL

You’ve done PT — but you’re not where you want to be yet. This is where we reconnect with our body.


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BREAK FREE FROM LIMITS

Most healthcare is limited by insurance, time, and volume. Patients are rushed. Care is fragmented. Progress stops too early.

Underdog is here to change that.

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