Nate 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.

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 DO YOU 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.

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 YOU 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.

HOMELAND:
Mukilteo, WA

FAVORITE PLACE IN THE WORLD:
San Diego, CA

COLLEGE(S):
Whitworth University (B.S.),
University of Washington (DPT)

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED:
Rehab works best when my patients have ownership in the process.