06/27/2025
Hello, all. As I begin to explore more of a social media presence, I would love to take the chance to introduce myself, share a little more about my background, and how it has alchemized into my passion and vision today.
My name is Kristine. I am a mother, soon to be wife, friend, homesteader, self-taught herbalist, professionally trained bodyworker, and forever student of life. My journey began in the artistic town of Grand Rapids, Michigan, where I longed for the West Coast even as a child. In my teenage years I began immersing myself in herbal medicine and holistic healing modalities, and a few years after graduating high school I completed 750 hours of training in massage therapy and chiropractic assistance. The joy I encountered watching the physical, mental, and spiritual shifts in my clients left me with so much reverence for the power of connection and skillful, safe touch. Something was still missing, though. The truth is I never felt connected to where I was raised and needed to prioritize my own healing before I could be a true vessel for others. That is when I began my journey to Crescent City, California… a small town with a big heart.
Settled, surrounded by pristine beauty, and at the beginning of Covid, I received the initiation that changed everything—motherhood. My children have been my greatest teachers in many areas of life. They helped me embrace the intelligence of physiology, the beauty of coregulation, and the critical role of self-care, especially when leading others. I was able to apply the foundations I gained with my schooling to all aspects of wellness within my family unit. Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum became my muse, and I knew I wanted to serve families.
Both professionally and personally, I’ve worked with a variety of maternal and infant specialized practitioners, such as bodyworkers, physical therapists, and lactation consultants. Most notably, completing 32 hours of infant craniosacral and soft tissue training with the Milne Institute, and will be attending a prenatal/postnatal massage training based off the works of Carole Osborn this winter. I have a deep desire to hold healing space for all bodies and a piqued awareness of the level of skill the maternal and infant demographic asks of us.
I am working towards extending my license to Oregon so I can dual practice living here on the border. My family of 4 is undergoing an expansive, local move that’ll help us all unlock our potential alongside community. My goal is to be settled and have bookings available come fall. In the meantime I’ll be sharing here so you might learn more about me, my philosophies, and a glimpse into the way I intend to practice. I have a deep reverence for the mind-body connection and the way we can help cultivate that sacred relationship through bodywork. I am enchanted by learning and developing myself in life and as a practitioner. I’d be honored to walk beside you on your journey when the time comes.
