Dr. Zaki is an applied clinical health psychologist and Southern California native who grew up enjoying competitive soccer, surfing, jazz dance, and ballet. Her lifelong passion for movement and performance seamlessly evolved into a professional dedication to mental and physical wellness.

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With over 15 years of clinical experience across esteemed institutions including University of Southern California and University of California, Los Angeles, Dr. Zaki has cultivated deep expertise in health psychology, sports performance, addiction medicine, pediatrics, postpartum care, and private practice. Her integrative approach bridges evidence-based psychology with functional movement and longevity science.

An avid researcher in the interconnectedness of mental and physical health, Dr. Zaki emphasizes the profound cognitive and neurological benefits of Pilates — including enhanced memory, stress reduction, and protective effects that support long-term brain health and may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. She is particularly passionate about supporting postpartum mothers and high-performing individuals seeking sustainable vitality.

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Now, Dr. Zaki and her partner Mary Q. a certified nutritionist, is bringing her vision of a luxury Pilates studio to her community of Palos Verdes and greater South Bay communities — a thoughtfully curated space designed to elevate both body and mind. Her studio reflects her philosophy: movement as medicine, wellness as lifestyle, and community as foundation.

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With an open-door presence, Dr. Zaki can often be found in and out of the studio— welcoming members, guiding sessions, or connecting post-workout over a fresh smoothie. She invites you to work up a sweat, nourish your body, and become part of a wellness experience rooted in science, sophistication, and an enriching community.