Hi! Welcome to Krysalis Lifestyle Medicine!

about Kristina Marie:

Having experienced early childhood trauma, my destiny was set on the path of spirituality. I have lived my life as a seeker- a seeker of healing, a seeker of understanding, a seeker of forgiveness, and a seeker of the deeper meaning behind existence, suffering, peace, and happiness. Over the years, my seeking led me to work with and study many different spiritual lineages the world over- lineages from India, Peru, Brazil, Mexico, Hawaii, and indigenous tribal nations of North America. It was through these beautiful traditions that I discovered the healing power of sacred plant medicines, ceremony, prayer, and ritual. These lineages & traditions informed not only my personal healing, but also my life path as an individual called to help facilitate the healing processes of others.

In addition to being a certified functional medicine practitioner (certified by The Institute for Functional Medicine), I am also a registered nurse, lifestyle medicine coach, psychedelic integration guide, massage therapist, and therapeutic yoga instructor. As a bodyworker, I’ve spent much of my career as a Myofascial Release practitioner and have focused my yoga instruction on philosophy, breathwork, optimal alignment, and therapeutics. As a nurse my passion has been functional medicine; I chose this path, like many other healers, in pursuit of my own healing. It was in my early 20s, after a yearlong adventure traveling through Central & South America, that I came back to North America with not only incredible memories, but also amoebas. I was not well. Luckily, my doctor prescribed a “little blue pill”, and all the bugs (good & bad) were gone. Amoebas-0, Kristina-1! Yay! Well, not so much. My health took a turn and I started to have problems with my digestion and then developed food sensitivities, chronic acne, eczema, etc. After many years (and different treatment modalities), I finally found true healing through functional/ lifestyle medicine.

I am deeply inspirited by all that functional medicine and sacred plant medicines offer as modalities of healing & well-being and it is through my direct experience and lifelong study of nutrition, nutraceuticals, bodywork, yoga, dance, meditation, shamanism, sacred plant medicine, somatic healing, and psychedelic therapy that I have come to help guide people on their healing journey. I firmly believe we have the power and ability to heal, and I believe that lifestyle medicine, entheogens, somatics, and both internal and external guidance help us to realize our fullest human potential. My passion and purpose is to resource and empower you along your healing journey- physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

While I do not diagnose or treat symptoms, I do guide you to your most optimal state of health and well-being by focusing on the root cause of any concerns you may currently have. Through this partnership and in conjunction with your other healthcare providers, we will look at the many elements of your life and lifestyle which may be out of balance. Focusing awareness and attention on “shadow” areas, my goal is to help you find equilibrium, whatever that may be for you.

Whether you are seeking functional medicine and/or psychedelic integration support, we will center our discussions on a few common themes:

• Nutrition & Supplementation

• Dynamic Movement (yoga, dance, hiking, strength training, etc.)

• Healthy Relationships & Boundaries

• Quality Sleep

• Stress Management Techniques

• Toxic Exposures & Detoxification

• Mental, Emotional, & Spiritual Growth

Education & Certifications:

Psychedelic Therapy 

+Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies & Research- California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) (2022 Cohort)

+MDMA Therapy- Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) (In Process)

+Certified Psychedelic Integration Guide- The Psychedelic School

*Note: Over the last 20 years I have been graced with the opportunity to learn from many indigenous traditions the sacred plant medicine ways. I am also intimately familiar with the healing power and potential of empathogenic molecules. The awareness gained in these realms informs the majority of my entheogenic integration practice. It is with an experienced, well-studied, wise, creative, and humble heart that I offer you my guidance and love.