TMJ Support
Myofunctional Therapy & Breathing Re-Education
In Person in San Luis Obispo • Virtual Throughout California
Breathing • Swallowing • Jaw Function • Sleep-Related Concerns
Theresa Pena, AOMT-C® Certified Myofunctional Therapist Buteyko Breathing Instructor Advanced Training in TMD Considerations
Together, We Build Daily Habits to Create Lifelong Change.
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“I have tried everything for my TMJ pain over the last 20 years, working with Theresa is the only thing that’s helped. Mouth guards, dry needling, physical therapy, Botox, massage, acupuncture, you name it, I tried it. The difference in my clenching and jaw pain is night and day. Theresa is fun to work with and really knows her stuff. I’m so delighted with the results! Thanks Theresa!”
-Charissa M.
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Coastal MYO is based in San Luis Obispo, California, offering personalized myofunctional therapy and breathing re-education in person and virtually throughout California. Appointments are designed to provide focused, individualized care in a comfortable setting.
For in-person visits, free street parking, garage parking, and parking behind the building are available.
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Meaningful care starts with listening. Each patient is met with attention, respect, and an individualized plan that reflects their unique needs and goals. My role is to support and guid you while creating space for questions, collaboration, and steady progress. At Coastal MYO, care is intentionally personalized, with the time and attention you deserve.
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I work with adults, teens, and children ages 5+, providing individualized myofunctional therapy and breathing re-education tailored to your needs.
For children 3-5 ask about the MyoFun program
What is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy?
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy is a guided program that evaluates and retrains tongue, lip, and facial muscles, as well as swallowing patterns and breathing habits. Through individualized exercises and neuromuscular re-eduction, therapy helps develop healthier patterns for oral rest posture, breathing, swallowing, and overall function.
Who May Benefit From Myofunctional Therapy?
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Myofunctional therapy focuses on oral rest posture, breathing, swallowing, and patterns of muscle use that may contribute to jaw tension, clenching and discomfort.
Therapy uses individualized exercises and neuromuscular re-education to support more balance jaw and orofacial function.
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Myofunctional therapy uses individualized exercises to support tongue posture, orofacial function, and upper-airway muscle tone, which may help reduce snoring in some individuals.
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When a tongue-tie release is planned, myofunctional therapy uses individualized exercises tosupport tongue mobility, coordination, and oral function before and following the procedure. Post-release therapy helps reinforce new movement patterns and support range of motion during healing.
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Myofunctional therapy retrains tongue posture and swallowing patterns while improving coordination of the oral muscles. Therapy my also help reduce compensatory habits and support greater stability following orhtodontic treatment.
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Myofunctional therapy works on tongue resting posture, lip seal, and breathing habits to encourage nasal breathing when the airway is clear. These patterns may support healthier oral function and sleep-related breathing.
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People with hypermobility or hEDS may experience differences in joint stability, proprioception, and muscle coordination that can affect jaw and oral function. Myofunctional therapy can be adapted with gentle, individualized exercises that emphasize coordination, efficient movement, and pacing rather than force.
As someone who lives with hEDS, I understand the importance of working within each person’s tolerance. Therapy may support oral function, breathing habits, and jaw comfort.