Scholastics:

Jessica received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of California, San Francisco. She previously studied music at the University of Illinois and then returned to school, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Neuroscience from the University of San Francisco, graduating Summa cum Laude.

Credentials:

Jessica has over two years of post-doctoral training in the assessment and treatment of pain. She was certified in 2018 as a Therapeutic Pain Specialist through International Spine and Pain Institute (now Evidence in Motion), and in 2022 she completed an 18-month Fellowship in Pain Sciences through Evidence in Motion. These programs are interdisciplinary, biopsychosocial, and based on current pain neuroscience research, all of which allow for tailored treatment to each person’s unique pain experience. Drawing on personal and professional experience, Jessica also integrates mindfulness into treatment when appropriate.

Experience:

In addition to being a musician, Jessica worked for nearly 10 years at a startup company. There, she played several roles but ended up in software development. During this time, she also took several yoga teacher trainings, working in the evenings and weekends at a yoga studio. Her 15-year yoga practice at this time transformed into an interest in formal meditation, and she focused on mindfulness meditation training through programs at Spirit Rock Meditation Center. These experiences have refined her ability to incorporate mind-body stress resilience techniques into treatment, and, of course, utilizing these techniques herself.

Jessica’s recent physical therapy focus has been outpatient orthopedics, but she continually draws from a variety of clinical experiences, including neurologic physical therapy. Attending UCSF allowed her to have learning opportunities in interdisciplinary care, and she frequently attended grand rounds with other medical students on topics concerning psychology and neuroscience. These experiences shaped her interest in team-based and holistic care.

Hobbies:

Jessica spends time outside the clinic running, biking, trying to do regular weight training, reading research, and practicing mindfulness. She also loves birdwatching, photography, and working on her yard, which is certified as a Backyard Habitat through the Audubon Society of Portland and Columbia Land Trust.