Holly Christy, ND, LAEMP, CACI, JSCCI

Dr. Holly Christy started practicing medicine in 2000 and founded Element 7 Wellness in 2007. She co-founded the Bridge Back Project in October of 2017 where she is the principal investigator and head-of-impact. Dr. Christy is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker on the topic of Fascial Counterstrain.

“My passion is helping patients to reach their optimal potential by listening to their stories, and employing the tools I’ve learned in over 25 years of practice.”

Dr. Christy is a mastery-level practitioner and instructor of Fascial Counterstrain which is a physical medicine modality used to effectively restore function to the fascial systems of the body: Visceral, Neural, Cranial/Dural, Musculoskeletal, Vascular, and Adipose.

She is an instructor for the Counterstrain Academy and the Jones Institute. “Of all the modalities I’ve been exposed to in my career, Counterstrain is the most evolved and astoundingly powerful. Counterstrain is based in science and applied anatomy and physiology, and through it, we are able to reach inside the body and restore function with very little effort. One patient described it as ‘invisible surgery’ – an apt description for this outstanding technique.”

As a graduate and clinical adjunct faculty member of Bastyr University, she mentors medical students in their last years of medical school. As a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist, she uses modalities from Eastern and Western traditions to help her patients restore their health and achieve wellness.

A lifelong Washingtonian, Dr. Christy earned her Bachelor of Science from the University of Washington, Master of Acupuncture from Northwest Institute of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, and Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University.

Kristin Barnes, ND, LAEMP

Naturopathic Physician, Licensed Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Practitioner
Dr Kristin Barnes is an associate physician at Element 7 Wellness. She brings together a wealth of life experienced gained from 23 years of active duty in the US Navy with a passion for pursuing vitality and wellness. Kristin has a special interest in working with military veterans and any patient who wants to address chronic stress, optimize mental health and integrate trauma. She blends Traditional Chinese Medicine, botanical medicine, nutrition, physical movement, and Counterstrain to address both emotional and physical pain. Kristin is also trained in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. She focuses on patient education as well as journey preparation and integration counseling to facilitate the responsible, safe, sustainable and conscientious use of these medicines.

Kristin received her BS in Chemistry from the United States Naval Academy and is a graduate of the Naval War College. She holds a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine as well as a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University. Kristin has started the Fascial Counterstrain program through the Jones Institutes completing four of the classes in the curriculum. She has been practicing medicine since 2021 and completed her two-year residency in 2023. Kristin continues both in private practice in Port Townsend, WA as well as under the mentorship of Drs Christy and Harmon at Element 7 in Poulsbo.

Jessica

Clinic Manager

Jessica comes to us with a degree in healthcare leadership and is a certified nutritional therapy practitioner & functional medicine coach.

With her many skills we believe she is an amazing addition to the Element 7 Wellness team.
She is compassionate, eager to learn and willing to take on new tasks with a smile.

When not at the office, she and her family enjoy outdoor activities, including hiking, paddle boarding, camping, and relaxing to yoga.

Jessica is incredibly grateful to be a part of this vibrant and compassionate community.
She considers it an honor to walk alongside clients as they heal, grow, and thrive.