Hi, I’m Kristina.

I have my masters in exercise science and am getting my PhD in somatic psychology. I am the founder of Beyond Binge Eating, a revolutionary approach to binge eating recovery that is present-moment focused; regulation based; uses the body and the senses; and recognizes urges as important precursors to compulsive behaviors such as binge eating.

My own experience with a crushing eating disorder spanned over 20 years and involved a lot of struggles, including stealing food, eating food I’d thrown away, gaining 100 pounds in three months, despair, depression, suicidal ideations, and a five-week stint in residential treatment. I’ve been through it all and would never judge you.

After an existential breakdown breakthrough, I made significant changes in my life. I tuned into myself, softened, and became deeply interested in embodiment, both experientially and academically. This journey led me to pursue a PhD focused on body-based approaches for coping with urges to binge eat.

  • Mindful Self Compassion through the University of California, San Diego Center for Mindfulness
  • Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Teacher Training (MB-EAT-QI)
  • Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention from University of California, San Diego
  • Yoga and Eating Disorders Mentorship Group 
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine Performance Enhancement Specialist
  • C.H.E.K. Institute Holistic Lifestyle Coach
  • Nutritional Specialist through Precision Nutrition
  • Russian Kettlebell Certified (RKC) Instructor
  • TRX-Certified through Fitness Anywhere
  • Reiki Master through HCH Institute
  • Animal Flow, taught by Mike Fitch
  • Weck Method RMT Club Instructor
  • Flexible Steel Instructor
  • Anatomy Trains for Movement
  • Z-Health: Essentials of Elite Performance, R Phase, I Phase, The Next Evolution
  • Functional Movement Screen Level 1 & 2
  • Certified Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist
  • Nutritional Therapy Practitioner through the Nutritional Therapy Association
  • Breathwork Facilitator Training through Sword & Lotus (Costa Rica)
  • Budokon Instructor – 500 hour Guru Killer Training
  • Loving-Kindness with Sharon Salzburg at Spirit Rock (California)
  • 30 Day Silent Vipassana Meditation training (Wat Ram Poeng, Chiang Mai, Thailand)
  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (El Camino Hospital in California)
  • Qi-gong for Health and Happiness with Mingtong Gu (Esalen Institute)
  • Movement Archery and Zen Acrobatics with Tom Weksler & Roser Tutusaus (Lisbon, Portugal)
  • Certified Floor Flow Teacher with Marlo Fisken
  • East-West Somatics with Sondra Fraleigh, Level I
  • Autism and Eating Disorders with Kelly Mahler
  • Modern Emotional Regulation for Neurodivergence with Kelly Mahler
  • Nurturing Interoceptive Awareness with Kelly Mahler
  • Body Dialogue by Action Explorations (Psychodrama)
  • Addiction & Trauma: A Psychodramatic Approach by Action Explorations
  • Making Friends with Your Defenses by Therapeutic Spiral Model
  • The Trauma Triangle by Therapeutic Spiral Model (taught by Mario Cossa)
  • Psychodrama for Individuals & Couples, with Jean Campbell of Action Institute of California
  • Grounding Strategies for Dissociation, Panic, Disconnection & Flashbacks (Sensory Modulation)
  • Introduction to Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders with Embodied Recovery Institute
  • Befriending Your Body Professional Certification with Ann Saffi Biasetti, PhD

● I lived in a Buddhist temple when I was 18
● I make textural art with paint, cement, glue, and mystery materials (mwah ha ha)
● I was a professional break dancer
● I broke three national records in powerlifting
● I was a multiple-time all-around champion in women’s figure and physique
● I am trilingual
● Have a great boyfriend (Chris) and puppy (Sati). Chris and I like to meditate with Sati, cuddle him, and give him exotic haircuts

Years of
Experience
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My Mission

I always knew that if and when I got to the other side, I would extend my hand to help others. It would be my pleasure to share with you how sensory strategies can aid in self-regulation and to offer other important tools that support recovery, including mindful eating, distress tolerance, movement, nutrition, light exposure, and more.

*Warning* Working together may result in the following: 

  • Self-Empowerment
  • Improved Health
  • Feeling Freeeeeeeee
  • Increased Skillfullness
  • Vibrancy
  • Improved Self-Regulation
  • Equanimity
  • Connection with other Badasses like YOU
  • Feeling Understood
  • Enhanced Mindfulness
  • Reframes & Perspective Shifts
  • Physical Strength & Well-being
  • Self-Compassion
  • Feeling Alive AF
  • Shining Your Light, Starting a New Chapter, & Feeling Ready to Tackle Your Dreams
Testimonials

Words of Gratitude

Hear what my clients say about me.
“Working with Kristina has been life-changing for me. After struggling with binge eating for over a decade, I finally found the support and understanding I needed. Kristina helped me develop a deeper awareness of my body and emotions, and the sensory techniques we used together were effective for me. I now feel more in control of my life. Thank you so much for your guidance and compassion!”
Cynthia P.
"I can't express how grateful I am to Kristina for helping me on my recovery journey. Her approach is so unique and holistic. Mindful eating and somatic strategies have made a huge difference for me. I learned to trust myself and my body again, and I've seen a significant reduction in my binge eating episodes. Kristina is truly dedicated to helping others and it shows in every session. I feel really grateful to have an ally in her."
Sandra N.
"Before working with Kristina, I felt trapped in a cycle of binge eating and self-loathing. Her coaching provided me with the tools and support I needed to break free. The focus on interoception and body awareness was a game-changer for me. Now, I feel more connected to my body and more at peace with my eating habits. Kristina is an incredible coach who truly understands the struggles of binge eating and knows how to guide you towards recovery."
Emilie B.
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"Wow! I have the exact same personality, the only thing that has changed is my mindset and a few behaviors.I gained so much confidence in my ability to connect and deepen my relationships with people. It’s amazing how much easier it has been to meet new people and create instant connections"
Jake Bill
Founder & CEO
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