J Frankie Jurkowski, LMT
aka Cousin It
Frankie Jurkowski is a multifaceted physical medicine practitioner, herbalist, and outdoor guide whose work uniquely bridges healthcare, ecology, and community. With nearly two decades of experience in both wilderness and front-country healthcare settings, Frankie brings an integrative approach to her practice that empowers people to take charge of their health and wellbeing.
Her journey into medicine began as a field guide for young adults seeking healing, where she witnessed firsthand the profound effect the wilderness can have on mental, emotional, and psychological trauma. This sparked a passion for the possibilities within the field of medicine, leading her to pursue a diverse range of certifications and experiences. Frankie is a graduate of The Center for Massage and Natural Health in Asheville, North Carolina, and has since trained in various fields, becoming a licensed massage therapist, certified nursing assistant, Wilderness First Responder, and herbalist. Her work in wilderness medicine and as a volunteer street medic further honed her hands-on, community-centered approach to healing.
Frankie’s practice, Anatomia Physical Medicine, combines her expertise in structural physical medicine and her deep knowledge of herbalism to restore balance and facilitate healing through touch. By focusing on the body’s physical structure and encouraging a deeper connection to one’s own health, she empowers clients to better understand their bodies and make informed decisions about how to care for themselves and their communities. She believes in a holistic approach that not only addresses physical symptoms but also nurtures emotional and mental well-being.
In addition to her clinical work, Frankie founded Ecotopia Botanicals in Seattle, a venture that grew out of her passion for the natural world. With her beloved wolf-dog companion, Minuit, she spent countless days exploring the wild spaces between the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, blending herbal medicine with outdoor exploration. Though Minuit now lives in the stars, Frankie continues her work from her home in Manchester, Washington, surrounded by the forested lands of the Puget Sound and Olympic Peninsula, alongside her new canine companion, Sal.
Her professional journey is enriched by her extensive experience in wilderness expeditions across the Cascades, Olympics, Alaska, and Appalachia. These trips often combine wilderness skills with folk medicine, giving participants a deep sense of connection to the land and their own bodies. With over 15 years of experience in guiding and teaching, Frankie integrates her knowledge of sustainable farming from Singing Cedars Farmstead in Vermont and Flagstaff EcoRanch in Arizona to bring a grounded, nature-based perspective to her practice.
Beyond her clinical and guiding work, Frankie is passionate about community-centered health initiatives and has a strong foundation in organizational leadership and cooperative models. Her commitment to grassroots health projects has shaped the way she approaches both individual care and broader community wellness.
When she’s not working with clients, Frankie enjoys photography, woodcraft, cycling through the forests she calls home, and practicing yoga. Her downtime is often spent with a cup of Earl Grey tea, immersing herself in the writings of Haruki Murakami, Louise Erdrich, and Italo Calvino. Frankie is always open to collaboration with like-minded individuals who are curious, creative, and passionate about building resilience, balance, and health in both human and ecological communities.
Through her practice, Frankie offers a transformative approach to healing that encourages self-awareness, agency, and connection to the natural world- helping clients feel more embodied, empowered, and aligned with their bodies and their communities.
I believe that massage is a powerful hands-on health medicine that can prevent most corporeal ailments.
It is with this philosophy, my therapy sessions strategically utilize an integration of techniques that engages parasympathetic healing, assisting your body in the ability to make space for new realms of proprioceptive movement.
Frankie enjoys treating sports injuries, depression, insomnia, and digestive issues, and she focuses on cooperative care to help uncover the underlying causes of pain. She provides pre- and post-natal care for women navigating changes in their bodies, minds, and spirits. Additionally, she is certified in intraoral massage, which helps relieve Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJD), offering deep relaxation and relief from tension in the face, neck, and jaw.
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