My Journey
One day in my 30's, I was doing some stretching and strengthening exercises after a run when suddenly it felt as if lightning went through my back. The pain, spasming, and tingling in my legs was so intense, it took an hour before I could crawl to the couch. ​I didn't bounce back for years. It felt like my body had broken...​
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​I sought help from physical therapists, pain specialists, structural integrators, physiatrists, orthopedic doctors, osteopathic doctors, acupuncturists, energy workers, psychologists...my symptoms lingered and the repeated disappointments compounded my dread.​ ​I felt so confused and alone. I was also getting mad.
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So I started to make my own way.​
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*I game-planned with supportive trainers, acupuncturists, and physical therapists. ​
*I studied with herbalists and a naturopathic doctor who provided holistic approaches to improving my self-care.​
*Each person, each experience was an opportunity to integrate and gather information, to pay attention to what was working to improve the quality of my life. ​
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By 2018, I was running again.
Today, I am climbing harder in my 40's than before my injury.​​​
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My Background
Over the years, what benefitted my health the most?​
A combined method of physical medicine, herbs, nutrition, and movement.
​This integrative approach is what I offer to my patients.
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Education
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Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Washington, Seattle WA.
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Bachelors of Arts (Dance), University of Washington, Seattle WA.
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Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, Yo San University, Los Angeles, CA. (expected in 2026)​
Residency
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Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency, Kaiser Permanente, Woodland Hills, CA.
Licenses
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Physical Therapist - WA. and CA.
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Massage Therapist w/Intra-oral Therapy Endorsement -WA.
Certifications
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Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
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Certified Yoga Teacher - Pacific Yoga, Forrest Yoga
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Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga - Yoga Behind Bars
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Certified Structural Integration - Institute of Structural Medicine
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Physical Therapy Continuing Education​
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Kathe Wallace Pelvic Resources
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Herman and Wallace Pelvic Series, 1 and 2A
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Movement Links, Movement Links Course Series
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North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy
Herbal Education
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Thomas Easley
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Margi Flint
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Rosalee de la Foret
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Rosemary Gladstar
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Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa
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Leslie Lekos
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Jim McDonald
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“Jessica listens to her patients and has a high understanding of physical movement and how things connect in the body. She uses her diverse range of knowledge to give simple tools to help someone feel and perform better. ”
— T.R.J.
