Degrees and Licenses

San Jose State University
  • B.S. / M.S. in Occupational Therapy
  • B.A. in Japanese
Five Branches University
  • MTCM/DTCM in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Occupational TherapY
  • Registered / Licensed in California
Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • California Licensed Acupuncturist (CAB)
  • Diplomat of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)

Safety Certifications

  • CPR/AED certified
  • First Aid certified
  • Clean Needle Technique certified

Specializations

  • Sports Medicine
  • Pediatrics
  • Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist

Sensory / Pediatrics Certifications

Trained in S.O.S. Approach to Feeding

Understanding of the foundations for feeding development and implementing appropriate evaluations and treatment plans to help children build a positive connection with food.

STAR Institute
  • Level 1 Mentorship Program (2018)
  • SPD proficiency certification I (2019)

Applying the STAR Frame of Reference and Process treatment model when working with clients with sensory processing disorders (SPD).

Trained in Learning Without Tears protocol

Using multi-sensory methods to teach pre-writing, handwriting, and cursive skills.

Reflex Integration Training

Brain and Sensory Foundations, First Level (2023)

Fun Facts

I am 4th dan in Japanese archery (kyudo).

Photo of Dr. Jessica in a wushu uniform performing a kung fu form

I am on a competitive Shaolin kung fu / Wushu team.

Photo of Dr. Jessica playing saxaphone in a jazz band at an outdoor concert

I enjoy playing musical instruments such as saxophone, clarinet, and piano.