Kristina Silvestry
MA, NCC, LPC, ACS, CCTP, RYT-500
Certified Trauma Professional Coach and Consultant, Entrepreneur, Licensed Therapist, and Trauma-Focused Yoga Instructor
I believe
that people possess the fortitude
and resilience to skillfully navigate life's
challenges, gaining wisdom with each step.
ARE YOU LOOKING TO TRANSFORM YOUR PERSONAL, PROFESSIONAL, OR EDUCATIONAL LIFE THROUGH THE HEALING POWER OF TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE AND EMPOWERMENT?
You’re in the right place.
These approaches can help you overcome past traumas, manage stress, and foster resilience. You’re in the right place to start your journey towards a healthier and more balanced life.
I am Kristina Silvestry, the founder of Grounded Buoyancy and owner of Peace of Mind Yoga, Counseling, and Wellness Center. With a wealth of professional expertise as a Licensed Professional Counselor and certifications in clinical trauma, EMDR, and yoga, I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to helping you achieve your goals. My diverse skill set allows me to provide a range of trauma-informed care and wellness services, including individual counseling, group therapy, trauma-sensitive yoga, and mindfulness practices, that benefit schools, businesses, and individuals.
My Journey: My journey into this field is deeply personal. Having experienced the profound transformation that trauma-informed care and holistic wellness can bring, I was inspired to share these benefits with others. I firmly believe in the resilience and strength within every individual, and my mission is to help you unlock that potential through a balanced approach to mind, body, and spirit.
What I Love About My Work: One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is witnessing my clients flourish. Whether guiding someone through a healing process, helping a business foster a healthier work environment, or supporting schools in creating trauma-sensitive spaces, I find immense joy in contributing to meaningful change. The relationships I build with my clients are based on trust, empathy, and mutual growth, making each interaction a deeply fulfilling experience.
Background and Approach: My approach is unique and adaptive, integrating clinical trauma techniques, EMDR, and yoga to address overall well-being. This holistic and client-centered method is particularly effective for personal growth and development in educational and corporate settings, evolving with your needs.
Beyond Professional Life: As a lifelong learner, nature lover, and wellness enthusiast, my interests deeply influence my professional practice. I am committed to meditation, yoga, and outdoor activities, enriching my perspective and enhancing my ability to connect with clients authentically. These practices are not just hobbies but integral parts of the holistic approach I advocate and teach.
Innovative Practice: The creation of a dedicated health and wellness space at Peace of Mind Yoga, Counseling, and Wellness Center is a testament to my unwavering commitment to providing tailored and effective services. This innovative space allows me to adapt my offerings to meet the evolving needs of my clients, ensuring that each person receives the most impactful and holistic solutions possible.
If you’re seeking a path to personal, educational, or professional transformation through trauma-informed care and empowerment, I’m here to support you every step. Let’s embark on this journey together and unlock your true potential.
How I work
Coaching and consulting with me isn’t all
sitting & talking.
I focus on developing practical skills that can be applied to everyday situations, whether in personal growth, enhancing business operations, or enriching educational environments.
Whether coaching individuals, consulting businesses, or training in schools, I go beyond essential dialogue. I focus on developing skills seamlessly blending into everyday life, professional scenarios, and educational environments, ensuring meaningful, enduring impacts. This approach enhances daily experiences across diverse contexts.
Tailored strategies for diverse needs.
Engaging, hands-on learning methods.
Continuous support and resources.
Aimed at tangible improvements in well-being and efficiency.
Some of My Favorite Things
Podcasts
Huberman Lab: An insightful podcast where Dr. Andrew Huberman not only delves into neuroscience but also provides practical applications that can empower you in your work and personal life.
This Jungian Life: A deep dive into Jungian psychology with engaging discussions that will stimulate your intellect and provide fascinating insights.
Code Switch: A thought-provoking podcast that challenges societal norms and explores race and culture in an ever-changing society, encouraging introspection and understanding.
These resources have greatly influenced my perspective and practice,
and I hope you find them as inspiring and enriching as I do!
My
Favorite
Things
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My Favorite Things •
Books
No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz is an enlightening book on Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy that offers a compassionate approach to understanding ourselves.
My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem is a powerful exploration of racial trauma and healing, providing profound insights into the effects of trauma on our bodies.
Shows & Films
Brene Brown: The Call to Courage: An inspiring Netflix special that delves into vulnerability, courage, and empathy.
Inside Out 2: This animated film beautifully illustrates the complexities of our emotions and how they interact.
Bluey: Shows the love of a family and navigating childhood and part of life!
Music & Albums
Beyonce: Her voice and lyrics are perfect for what exactly you need-liberation, regulation, or motivation!
Deep Focus Playlist: Helps when I need to buckle down and finish all my work.
My core values
Our foundational principles are pivotal in working with individuals, schools, and businesses. They establish trust, create nurturing environments, and guide ethical practices, ensuring Grounded Buoyancy delivers impactful and compassionate services consistently across all sectors.
Trauma-Informed
Embracing a grounded approach that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery. This value emphasizes creating stable, safe, and respectful environments in individual coaching, organizational structures, and educational settings. Just as being grounded fosters resilience and healing, it helps anchor clients, organizations, and schools amidst life’s challenges, supporting the well-being of students and staff alike.
Anti-Oppression
Committing to promoting equity and inclusivity in all interactions and strategies, embodying the principle of buoyancy. This means providing spaces that lift and support individual clients above personal biases and societal barriers, adopting business practices that elevate the entire organization, and ensuring schools foster environments where diversity and equity thrive, transcending systemic inequalities.
Compassion
Cultivating an empathetic understanding that forms the foundation of all interactions, rooted in a grounded perspective. In coaching, this involves deeply empathizing with individual experiences. Consulting is about guiding businesses to develop empathetic leadership and a compassionate culture. For schools, it translates to creating empathetic educational environments that nurture students’ and educators’ emotional and mental well-being.
Empowerment
Focusing on enabling individuals, organizations, and schools to realize and utilize their inherent strengths, combining the stability of being grounded with the uplifting nature of buoyancy. For individuals, it means fostering personal growth on a firm foundation. It involves equipping teams and leaders to innovate and lead effectively in businesses. In schools, empowerment entails providing educators and administrative staff with tools and insights to foster an enriching, supportive educational environment.
My Background & Training
Education
Marywood University
King’s College
Bodywise Institute
IFS Institute
CG Jung Institute, Zurich
Embody Lab
Certifications
Nationally Certified Counselor
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Certified Approved Clinical Supervisor
Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher
Certified Integrative Somatic Therapist
Certified Yoga Nidra Practitioner
specializing in:
Coaching
Consultation & Wellness
Training
Ready to embark on your journey of transformation and growth with