
Nate Hadley, PT, DPT
Nate Hadley is a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Movement Systems Physical Therapy who enjoys working with people of all backgrounds and levels of fitness move toward a higher level of function.
MY ADVICE FOR FUTURE PATIENTS:
Your goals are important. Be prepared to talk about meaningful activities in your life so we can create a plan that’s relevant to you.
HOW I STAY ACTIVE:
I enjoy running, walking in Seattle parks with family and friends, working in the yard, and playing with my toddler at the local playground.
CREATIVE OUTLET:
Discovering new recipes and refining my cooking skills.
I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT:
A good podcast.
FIRST JOB:
Framing for a local carpenter.
FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM(S):
Washington Huskies and Whitworth Pirates Football
ALTERNATE UNIVERSE CAREER:
Sports psychologist
PHYSICAL THERAPY PHILOSOPHY:
Provide compassionate care, celebrate perseverance and growth, and cultivate creativity.
SPECIALTIES, CERTIFICATIONS, SPECIAL INTERESTS:
I specialize in helping people living with persistent pain get back to important activities in their life. With my athletic background, I also have a special interest in working with athletes to better their performance.
TREATMENT APPROACHES I KNOW BEST:
Movement Systems Impairments (MSI), Pain Neuroscience Education, Motivational Interviewing
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Assists with Highline College’s Women’s Soccer injury risk-reduction and strength and conditioning program.
HOMETOWN:
Mukilteo, WA
FAVORITE PLACE IN THE WORLD:
San Diego, CA
COLLEGE(S):
Whitworth University (B.S.),
University of Washington (DPT)
WHAT I HAVE LEARNED:
Rehab works best when my patients have ownership in the process.