Scholastics:

Justine Cosman graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) summa cum laude with University Honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, minor in psychology, and concentration in pre-physical therapy. During that time, she studied abroad in Granada, Spain and received multiple Dean’s Scholar Awards. She continued her studies at VCU at the Medical College of Virginia campus, where she earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT).

Credentials:

Justine has continued her education through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT); Oregon Physical Therapy Association (OPTA); the International Spine and Pain Institute (ISPI); and as a member of the Orthopedics Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). In 2016, she attained her Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) certification, demonstrating excellence in research-based diagnostic and treatment skills. In 2019, she completed her Therapeutic Pain Specialist (TPS) certification, strengthening her knowledge and skills with addressing persistent and acute pain conditions.

Experience:

In Virginia, she worked in a variety of PT outpatient settings, including post-operative care; worker’s compensation; acute injury; geriatrics; and general orthopedics. In 2012, she moved to the milder climates of Portland and has since had the pleasure of working in a clinics that focus on chronic pain/conditions; complex multi-site conditions; and bio-psycho-social conditions. She has taken this experience and is now faculty at Pacific University assisting with the Psychology of Disabilities class for physical therapists. Justine’s passion to help elicit change for others has also led her down the path of studying and applying the principles of Motivational Interviewing, which is an on-going practice.

Achievements:

Justine served as a member of the Mock House of Delegates and Student Conclave at Annual VPTA Conference. She has also received multiple honors and scholarships, including Phi Beta Kappa, Golden Key International Honors Society, VCU Provost Scholarship, Robert C. Byrd Scholarship, and JCC School Fund Scholarship.

Hobbies:

Outside of the office, she enjoys exploring all the North West has to offer with her family and two dogs. She loves hiking, bouldering, gardening, playing, and photography.