About Chris
Welcome to Sedona True Nutrition!
Chris Kalinich, BCHN®️, is a board-certified holistic nutritionist, nutrition educator, and culinary instructor living in Sedona, AZ. Learn more about Chris and her nutrition philosophy below.
Nutrition Philosophy
For Chris Kalinich, food is a language that speaks to our cells and to our souls. The food bytes (aka food bites) or messages that we provide to our bodies impact our overall well-being, both physically and mentally. Thus, our food journey is intricately entwined with our health journey. Chris’ goal as a nutritionist is to educate, equip, and empower every individual so they can achieve their food and health goals.
A Core Value
Everyone’s health journey is different, and at Sedona True Nutrition Chris never judges. She treats each person with respect and compassion because positive change starts exactly where you are and nowhere else. Let’s be a part of each other’s life journey and learn from one another how to be the healthiest and happiest humans we can be!
Professional Experience
- Holistic Nutritionist / Nutrition Educator, Sanctuary at Sedona
- Nutrition Educator / Food Therapy Practitioner, Healing Consciousness Foundation
- Nutrition, health, & wellness contracted curriculum developer
- Community education instructor for Coconino Community College and Yavapai College
- Holistic Nutritionist, Sedona Self-love Retreats
- Holistic Nutritionist, SpiritQuest Sedona Retreats
- Regional healthcare system contracted instructor for employee wellness and community education class series
- BS in Education & graduate work in human relations and organizational management, Northern Arizona University
- Career in higher education administration, academic advising, and corporate training
- Board member and advisory council member for health-focused organizations
- See what clients say
Certifications / Membership
- Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition®️
- National Association of Nutrition Professionals, Professional Member
- Functional Nutrition I & II Diploma, Institute of Health Professionals, Portland Community College
- Integrative Medicine Provider in Diabetes Type 2, Cognitive Decline, and Alzheimer’s, Certification in Progress
- American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Affiliate Member
- Clinicians CHEF Coaching Certificate, Institute of Lifestyle Medicine, Harvard Medical School
- High-Quality Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association
- Arizona Food Handlers Certification
- Sedona Chamber of Commerce, Partner Member
Chris has helped my wife and me to transition to a healthy and nutritious lifestyle, and we are forever grateful. Engage with her and you will not be disappointed.
Personalized Nutrition Counseling
Chris’ personalized nutrition counseling may be right for you if you are looking for nutrition guidance tailored to meet your health goals. You are “unique like a snowflake” so your body’s nutritional needs are special to you. I listen to your story of where you have been, where you are now, and where you want to be. We then embark on your health journey together.
Support Group Classes
You aren’t alone in this world, and you aren’t alone when it comes to navigating health challenges and changes. Classes focus on the whole-body system with aging well as a central theme.