About Jen Owen
Integrative Medicine Nurse Practitioner & Founder of The Flourish Center
Hi, I’m Jen Owen, MSN, ANP-C, DipACLM.
I’ve been studying and practicing integrative medicine since the 1990s—long before it became mainstream. My path began with my own healing, after years of chronic sinus issues that didn’t improve with conventional care. Through herbal medicine and lifestyle changes, I experienced firsthand what’s possible when we address the root cause.
That experience shaped everything I do today. I believe in thoughtful, whole-person care—where we look beyond symptoms and support the body’s natural ability to heal.
My Story
I didn’t arrive here by accident.
My path—as a nurse, a nurse practitioner, and someone who has navigated my own healing—has shaped the way I practice today. Early on, I saw that rushed visits and symptom-focused care weren’t truly helping people.
I knew there had to be a better way.
So I created one.
My Background and Training
I studied Anthropology in college, which shaped my understanding that health is influenced by culture, habits, and lived experience—not just biology.
After becoming a Registered Nurse in 2007, I worked in both hospital and free-clinic settings. Those years reinforced something I still believe deeply: people don’t just need symptom management—they need care that sees the whole person.
I became a board-certified Nurse Practitioner in 2012 and trained extensively in integrative and functional medicine. In 2013, I opened my first integrative practice in Indiana, where I became known for root-cause, patient-centered care.
Over time, I expanded my training to include Holistic Pelvic Care™, deepening my understanding of how physical and emotional health are connected.
After moving to Portland in 2017, I founded The Flourish Center—a collaborative space designed to bring thoughtful, whole-person care together under one roof.
My mission is simple:
- To help people heal
- To help people feel better
- To help people flourish
– one meaningful step at a time.
Today, I am board certified in Lifestyle Medicine
I bring all of my training together to help patients prevent, treat, and often reverse chronic conditions through sustainable, evidence-based habits.
I also offer online programs so people can access these tools beyond the clinic—supporting better health, more energy, and a life that feels more aligned.
Mentorship and Personal Life
As my practice grew, I found myself drawn to mentoring other Nurse Practitioners who want to build integrative and lifestyle medicine practices of their own. If you’re a Nurse Practitioner interested in building your own integrative practice, I’d love to support you.
Helping clinicians step into this work—and create sustainable, aligned practices—is one of the most meaningful parts of what I do.
Outside of work, I enjoy cooking simple, nourishing meals and spending time with my family. You’ll often find me in the garden, at a concert, or cheering on the Indiana Hoosiers.
