Personal Details
| First Name | Kristina |
| Last Name | Hess |
| Nickname | kristina-hess |
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| Intro Bio | Kristina Hess CNS, LDN, CHC Clinical Nutritionist / Licensed Dietician Kristina is a premier health coach and licensed dietitian-nutritionist with a functional and integrative approach. Kristina is especially passionate about a clean, whole-foods based, cyclical ketogenic approach to treat inflammation and restore metabolic health. She utilizes nutrigenomics data and other functional lab tests to assess what is best for your biology. Her speciality is to combine detailed personalization with ninja-level implementation for your accountability and compliance so that you get the best results (since knowing what to do and then not doing it, doesn’t help you whatsoever). Sessions with Kristina might include EFT, MB-EAT exercises, the Tiny Habits method and Heartmath to improve your psychology & behavior around food Kristina has a Masters degree in Clinical Nutrition and Integrative Health from MUIH and is a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) trained in the principles of the Institute for Functional Medicine. She studied FDN (functional diagnostic nutrition) with Reed Davis, and received her Health Coaching certificate from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in 2013. She also completed her Brain Health Coaching Certificate with the Amen Clinics in 2013. Health is not just the absence of disease, but a state of immense vitality, joy and wellness in body, mind and emotions. Nutrigenomics, an emerging science in the nutrition field, is the study of looking at our genetics and how it might inform the best nutrition plan. Kristina has specialized lab packages that take the guesswork out of deciding what to eat. With a combination of nutrigenomics, stool testing and food sensitivity testing, she can craft a highly customized plan that is ideal for your unique biology. Kristina has supported patients with the following clinical conditions (to name a few): Breast cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Glioblastoma, Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis, Lymphatic Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Celiac, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Type I & II Diabetes, Crest Artherosclerosis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, Lymphoma, GERD, Insomnia, IBS, High Blood Pressure, Anemia, Hypothyroid, Panic Disorder, Depression, Bipolar II, and Metabolic Syndrome/Obesity. Conversely, Kristina also works with athletes and healthy individuals seeking to optimize their health and extend longevity and quality health span. |
| Fun Fact! | I rescued my dog Kismet from the streets of Haiti |
Offerings
| Offerings | Discovery Call | 15 Minutes | Free ——————– |
| Offerings | Initial Telehealth Consultation | 60 Minutes | $250
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| Offerings | DNA Nutrition & Lab Interpretation + Consultation | 90 Minutes | $500 Learn More | Schedule Consultation ——————– |
| Offerings | Sleep Better CBT-I Group: Your Path to Restorative, High-Quality Sleep | 4 Weeks | $125 If you’re tired of tossing and turning, waking up groggy, or relying on quick fixes that don’t last, this is your moment. Join this monthly CBT-I Cohort in a relaxed, supportive, and science-backed group experience designed to gently retrain your brain and body for deep, consistent, restorative sleep. You’ll meet weekly from the comfort of your home—curled up in your favorite chair, tea in hand—while learning the gold-standard methods proven to resolve insomnia and sleep struggles naturally. Connect with others on the same journey, feel supported, and finally reclaim your nights. Why This Group Works (and Why You Don’t Want to Miss It): Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is the most effective treatment for insomnia—and remarkably, one of the most effective interventions in all of behavioral health. Yet most people have never been offered it. Meanwhile:
And sleeping pills? They don’t treat the root cause of insomnia. They often stop working, create dependence, carry risks, and ultimately keep people stuck in the cycle of poor sleep. CBT-I breaks that cycle—for good. What Makes CBT-I So Powerful? CBT-I directly targets what’s disrupting your sleep:
Research shows CBT-I delivers:
That’s not just effective. That’s transformative. And even if you don’t consider yourself an “insomniac,” if you struggle with delayed sleep onset, middle-of-the-night wakefulness, inconsistent sleep, or feeling unrested—CBT-I helps immediately. If any of these sound like you, this group is for you:
What You’ll Experience During our 4 weeks together, you will:
This is your invitation to reclaim your nights, restore your energy, and finally feel like yourself again. Join us and experience what thousands of research studies already confirm: CBT-I works—and it works fast. DM to Inquire ——————– |
Healing Modalities & Health Issues
| Healing Modalities | Holistic Nutrition, Yoga Nidra |
| Health Issues | Insomnia |
Pricing
| Pricing & Affordability | Free, Donation, $100 – 200 |
| Financial Flexibility | None Available |
| Insurance Options | Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) |
Additional Info
| Location | United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| Gender | Feminine |
| Certification Status | Yes – I am certified in all of my services |
| Virtual Platform Preferences | Phone, Zoom, Google Meet |
Reviews
| Past Reviews | Dr. JoAnna Fasulo Kristina has been so helpful in helping me reset my bodies metabolism allowing me to lose weight while eating very tasty food. The transition of my body has given me more confidence and greater overall feeling of health. Positive changes I have noticed in just 3 months, I can walk without getting tired, I sleep thru the night, I can focus better and so much more! We meet up every couple of weeks on ZOOM and she keeps me informed of the good I am doing, and educates me on ways to improve my health including exercising, food choices, the correct times to eat and more. Thank you Kristina for helping me become a better me!
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| Past Reviews | Toni How Kristina is amazing! In 4 months time, my 11 year old dropped ~10 lbs, changed what he ate, when he ate it and became comfortable in his body again! She leveraged her prior teaching skills to educate him and engage him in the process. She was also very in tune with the fact that he’s 11 and instead of telling him he can’t eat certain things, she educated and suggested healthier replacements which was critical to the process. He became more and more engaged as he started to see results and is making much better choices about what he eats and when he eats. I also learned a lot in the process and made better food/snack buying choices in the process. Highly recommend!
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| Past Reviews | Elizabeth Desanctis Loosing weight is not one-size-fits-all. As an older adult, I was experiencing the creep of extra weight and I knew I needed help to make a lifestyle change. I was looking for attainable goals, accountability, and a plan that I could maintain when I reached those goals. Using her vast knowledge of nutrition and exercise, Kristina made a plan that was specific for my needs and was realistic for me to be successful. Don’t get me wrong, change is hard and I had to put in the work but thanks to Kristina I now have the tools to maintain my healthy lifestyle.
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| Past Reviews | Mallory Rogers I had such a fantastic experience working with Kristina. She helped me quickly figure out the root of some of the issues ./ symptoms i was experiencing and i am finally taking care of myself from the inside. She was always available to connect or answer any of my questions. I highly recommend her services to get your to your personal and nutritional wellness goals.
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| Past Reviews | Dena Cannon I went to Kristina seeking help with moderate Liver Fibrosis and needing to lose weight. My ALT was 125 (normal range is 12-78) and AST 89 (normal range is 5-37). She taught me the foods I need to eat and the specifics of what I needed nutritionally. She has all the tools and links on hand for both of you to work together. After living my new life for 4 months my ALT was 24 (down 101) and AST 35 (down 54). A miracle for sure. I also have lost 43 lbs, 20 the first month! At my last physical my doctor told me I have added 10 years to my life. Nothing but happy news when working with Kristina. She is genuinely caring, knowledgable and always available to help with any questions or concerns you may have through messaging on her website. I continue to send people to her when they ask my success secret. I highly recommend her when you are ready to feel 1,000 percent better both physically and mentally!
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| Past Reviews | Monica Young I have been working with Kristina for the past 3 months, and I am so grateful to have found her. I am down 29lbs during that time (including the holidays!) and feel like a completely different person! After her thorough intake evaluation (that made me really take an honest look at my habits as it relates to diet & exercise, as well as any health conditions/concerns), she recommended a clean keto diet for me. She provided a ton of great resources and support as I got started- with recipes, tips and good ol’ accountability without judgement. She is educated and knowledgeable, supportive and kind and I find tremendous value in all of our conversations.
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| Past Reviews | Gisela Bucher Domalewski Several of my coworkers and friends were successfully working with Kristina which was inspiration for me to try as well. Kristina introduced me to Keto and Intermediate Fasting which has now become part of my lifestyle. I have never felt better and the extra pounds started to drop. Kristina has a lot of empathy and guides with care and understanding. I wholeheartedly recommend her.
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| Past Reviews | Pamela Huber I participated in Kristina’s 30 day Sugar Detox challange with a group from the Darien Board of Realtors. It was super informative, I gained a better understanding of nutrition and lifestyle changes that will benefit me always. I learned so much from Kristina’s daily email, and I throughly enjoyed the positive, supportive group gatherings and discussions Kristina provieded. You will feel and look good, I highly recommend Kristina!
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| Past Reviews | Bria Lewis Martin Kristina was amazing. I was trying everything to lose weight after my pregnancy and with Kristina’s guidance, I was able to lose 30 lbs. in 2 months. Thanks so much Kristina, you are awesome.
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