Kintla Striker, Human Research Case Study | Michigan State University 2014

mind-body-heart tools for life

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WHat is the KYT Approach

The KYT® Approach is a blend of East and West, science and spirit comprising an integrative trauma treatment first developed by Kintla Striker in 2009 as a response to the limitations of Western-only, top down, blank slate methods prevalent at the time.

It is a primary evidence-based, trauma-adapted, mind-body-heart medicine offering safe, gentle, choice-driven, self-compassionate yoga and mindfulness practices. It emphasizes somatic tools for befriending the body and breath, heart coherence, nervous system regulation, and the overall harmonizing of mind, body, and spirit for whole-person growth, healing and wellbeing.

A bottom-up approach to wellbeing that is also a first and continuing step in the treatment of the origins of chronic and traumatic stress as well as a toolbox for mental wellness sustainablilty. 

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WHy the KYT Approach

Sown into the fabric of our humanity are challenges. Challenges that can bring profound discomfort and suffering—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. These challenges can disconnect us from our heart center, our body, our mind, and our agency and may hold us back from achieving greater equanimity and creating a life more aligned with our soul’s purpose. Challenges are also divine opportunities to grow and heal. 

To resist is natural but to embrace the challenges in our own time is transformational. Each hardship carries within it a sacred invitation to evolve. 

Through opening to deeper understanding we learn that healing is more than the story of what happened; it is the art of transmuting and weaving those experiences into the fabric of who we are, guiding both our everyday living and the dreams we carry forward. 

Bringing not only the mind, but the body, breath, and heart into trauma treatment is vital. The KYT® Approach does this and is proven to signficantly empower healing in individuals in five domains of function: cognitive, emotive, psychological, relational, and physical health and wellbeing. One step, one breath at a time. If you’re curious, read on.

Individual Sessions

Kintla is currently on hiatus. Check back for limited session hours in the new year or send a request to join the wait list here.

Curious?

This precious human life is a gift and you hold the power to choose how you live it.

The heart is the gateway to all possibility. Chronic and traumatic stress unconsciously build barriers around the heart. The KYT Approach helps release those barriers in your own time and at your own pace while also integrating choice-driven mind-body-heart tools to further address the origins of chronic and traumatic stress.

Individual sessions are a place to begin again no matter what’s occurred.

Various session options allow you to choose the approach that fits best for your individual needs. Notice which option below resonates for you.  

Self-healing is real. We also need each other—the compassionate presence of at least one other soul on our journey. -Kintla

individual SESSION OPTIONS & seva community

Deep Learning

kyt approach protocol - bundled package

Harmonize mind, body, and heart with Kintla and the KYT Approach evidence-based, trauma-adapted mind-body-heart medicine protocol. A nine-session bundled package with pre- and post- surveys, including analyzed report every nine weeks with recommendations for next steps with or without future sessions.

A choice-driven, flexibly structured, integrative treatment designed for trauma recovery.

  • Grounded in safe, compassionate, intuitive, attuned and responsive guidance
  • Provides teachings and shared practices of choice-driven, mind-body-heart tools that resonate with you 
  • Includes assessments and progress tracking with analyzed report every nine weeks to support your healing journey 
  • Offers guidance for next steps with or without continued sessions after each eight-week protocol
  • Uses evidence-based implementation style and mind-body-heart tools
  • Delivered virtually in a safe and confidential space

Best for individuals who want a clear framework, measurable progress, and compassinate clinically guided trauma treatment.

For more information, scheduling, and pricing contact Kintla here. 

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compassionate connection with Kintla sessions

Connect with Kintla and discover the power of trauma-informed intuitive and compassionate connection sessions. A balm to enhance wellbeing through trauma-adapted centering practices with opportunities for sharing and transforming current challenges.

A less structured option for those seeking connection, gentle centering, and support.

  • Focused on compassionate conversation, somatic practice, and connection

  • Supported integration of gentle choice-driven mind-body-heart tools

  • A space to find greater equanmity and begin again 

  • No assessments or formal reports

Best for individuals that desire a confidential safe space for connection, reflection, gentle seated or supine centering practices, and encouragement without the focus on data gathering and analyzed reports.

For more information, scheduling, and pricing contact Kintla here. 

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kyt approach - refresher sessions

Schedule a session or two with Kintla to connect and refresh simple proven self-compassionate practices for heart coherence and to harmonize the mind, body, and heart.

For more information, scheduling, and pricing contact Kintla here. 

virtual seva global community circle with kintla

A quarterly opportunity to come together in virtual heartful practice. Kintla will guide seated or supine gentle trauma-informed centering practices, lead the circle through trauma-adapted guided meditation, and closing prayer. A free opportunity to share in intentional online heart-centered community. Check-back soon for more info. 

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LECTURES & EVENTS 

What to Expect

All sessions are held virtually at this time, ensuring accessibility and privacy.

Every client is met with compassion, respect, care, and attuned responsiveness.

You choose the type of session that feels right for you.

No matter which session type you choose, you will be encouraged to notice what resonates and what doesn’t. You hold the power. 

Your healing begins with your choice.

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TESTIMONIALS

While sitting at the doctor’s waiting to be seen I could feel some anxiety creeping in–not a full blown panic attack, just that feeling you get as one approaches. They took my vitals and sure enough my body was physically reacting: high heart rate and blood pressure up. With just a couple of breathing exercises I was able to get my BP down to an acceptable rate. Amazing that I got to see how effective breathing can be. Thank you, Kintla.

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You always make my heart smile. Thank you for always being kind and validating me, Kintla. I have not done it alone, you have been so instrumental in my healing. I’m not a hero, what I have been through so many others have been through. I just want to heal and be able to help others the way you have for me, and be a voice for others. You are my hero and inspiration, Kintla. You have been my light through my darkness. You have found something in me I couldn’t see, you made me believe in me.

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Kintla is one of the most loving people I’ve ever met. Her work is at the forefront of what’s next for PTSD and trauma, especially the #MeToo - #TimesUp movement. Her compassionate, heart-centered approach to trauma-informed healing belongs in every family court, human trafficking recovery group, prisoner re-entry program, VA hospital, and college campus. She stands with survivors of unspeakable pain and helps them reconnect with their heart. It is an honor to call her friend.  

– Laura Davis 

Thank you for teaching me about healing. I am grateful that you are able to share your gift with me. You have helped me so much. I am starting to feel present again. What a great feeling!

– Name Withheld

I wanted to say it in a simple way: I am very thankful for Kintla and her healing gift in all our lives. 

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Kintla has changed my life through yoga!

– Carmen Sorensen Weatherbee