Jill M. Patten, LMP, BA

Education and Training:

Acadia School of Massage , Seattle WA                  1978

Body Therapy Center, Palo Alto, CA                         1985

Oregon School of Massage, Portland, OR               1997

Antioch University Seattle                                            2000

Acupressure Institute, Berkeley CA                            2001

Numerous Continuing Education classes, including a study of Tui Na with a blind massage doctor in Kunming, China, through Yunnan Educational and Health Services.

My practice philosophy is to be fully present to each client whatever their needs or the modality we are working with. I regard my work as a partnership between me and the client and welcome full participation by each client in their healing process.

Massage comes naturally to me, as it was introduced to it by my parents and nurturing backrubs were an integral part of my growing up. I simply love to help people feel better.

Other aspects of my life that nurture me are gardening, hiking, art work (I have a minor in Fine Arts) walks in nature, travel, and gatherings with my family.