“Kirsten listened to me very carefully and was able to detect what was not working for me and where I need to pay attention. After taking her recommendations into consideration, things started to improve immediately. In so far as feeling better the next day. Kirsten thinks deeply, looks into things very gently and on a human level, and is very competent in her field. I have a lot of trust in Kirsten’s expertise and her level of communication resulted in positive results. Since working with Kirsten I have noticed improvement in my level of concentration, increased energy levels, and a better mood and spirit. I would love for other people to know that what she is doing has great value.”

— Elena Naschke, Amaximmo Finest Real Estate, Shift Holistic Health Client

“Before working with Kirsten, I was fatigued and riding a roller coaster of caffeine and sugar highs and crashes. It was very difficult to get anything done after work because I was so drained to the point I was neglecting my own needs. Kirsten stood out from other healthcare providers because she explained the different aspects of nutrition and the effects that deficiencies have on the body. My other doctors and practitioners never took the time to explain the importance of the different nutrients in foods. In addition, Kirsten took into account the other events happening in my life and how that affected my food choices. My biggest hesitation around investing in nutrition counseling was the shame I felt about my eating habits. I didn’t want to feel like I was being judged and feel even worse about my diet. Kirsten was the perfect fit in this department as she never judged me for what I was eating but came at it with understanding how difficult it can be and provided useful toos to help me take steps to improvement. Since working with Kirsten, I’ve noticed a change in my mindset surrounding my diet. Instead of counting calories, I’m now tracking intake of my nutrients and striving for improvement over get it “perfect”. I’ve noticed an increase in energy, a decrease in my Crohn’s disease symptoms, and less brain fog. Most importantly, I’ve regained the energy I need to take care of myself.”

— Julie W, Shift Holistic Health Client

“Kirsten is very resourceful, thoughtful and caring. She thinks outside the box and is extremely thorough. Her knowledge base allows for a plan that works for your lifestyle. She looks at your overall health and develops a plan that fits you exactly. She looks at solutions that no other person ever has, I am grateful and impressed! I highly recommend Kirsten!”

— C. M., Shift Holistic Health Client

“I reached out to Kirsten after receiving some bloodwork results.  I wanted to be proactive with my health and asked her to look at my nutrition to assist me in tweaking it for optimal heath.  Kirsten was very responsive and informed me of deficiencies she saw in my diet.  She devised a plan to address those deficiencies and to help me with other symptoms I had been experiencing.  She has maintained communication with me to ensure I understand my plan and follow up with me.  Her insight and knowledge steered me in the right direction of some surprising deficiencies and I am looking forward to seeing and feeling the benefits.”

— D. C-W., Shift Holistic Health Client

“Kirsten has helped me dial in my nutrition to help me control my rheumatoid arthritis. She is knowledgeable and compassionate regarding her field. I’m thankful for her willingness to spend time with me. Would highly recommend.”

— A. C., Shift Holistic Health Client

“Working with Kirsten has given me the tools to regain control of so many aspects of my life. Prior to my nutritional assessment and plan I was experiencing fatigue, aches and pains, headaches, frustration, and so many other issues. In general I was feeling old and tired…I knew I needed to take action and get help. With Kirsten’s support, assessment, and plan I am now more knowledgeable about what foods and supplements I need to live my best life.”

— L. S., Shift Holistic Health Client

“I am writing this reference to highly recommend Kirsten Holmson for her exceptional knowledge and experience in the field of nutritional education and counseling. I have had the pleasure of knowing Kirsten for 7 years and can attest to her dedication and expertise in promoting healthy habits. Kirsten holds a Master’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Clinical Nutrition. Both have provided Kirsten a strong foundation in understanding the science behind food and its impact on our overall health. And although she would never tell you this, she’s demonstrated her aptitude for grasping complex nutritional concepts and achieving a 4.0 in her studies. Her background is rich in food, (including gourmet cooking), teaching yoga, and raising 2 adult children, all while keeping herself in primo condition and practicing what she preaches and teaches. She’s well equipped to handle the most complicated of nutritional dilemma’s and applying them in practical scenarios. You can often find Kirsten talking about nutrition, sleep, menopause, and/or perimenopause over a cup of coffee with her friends. Those of us who love these topics can easily get swept away in her knowledge base and confidence in solving issues surrounding things like hot flashes. Kirsten also possesses an exceptional ability to communicate complex nutritional information in a clear and relatable manner, which makes working with her a joy.”

— Lisa Westphal, President of Westphal Staffing, Inc.