Brittany Walker
M.S., RYT-500, CRC
Brittany Walker, MS, RYT-500, CRC, is an accomplished graduate psychology professional, Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC), certified nutritionist, and dedicated health advocate specializing in the intersection of psychophysiology, behavioral health, and holistic wellness. She holds a Master of Science in Psychology with Distinction from Arizona State University (ASU), where she maintained a 4.0 GPA, alongside a Master of Science in Nutrition Education from American University. Driven by a commitment to evidence-based practice and systemic health behavior change, Brittany’s primary research focus centers on distinguishing the multi-dimensional etiology of menstrual cycle symptoms through biopsychosocial mechanisms to cultivate preventative, practical treatment strategies as an aspiring Health Psychologist.
As an active researcher and scholar, Brittany has served as a Co-Investigator and Research Assistant across multiple collaborative academic labs, gaining rigorous experience in IRB protocol development, complex data management, and research design. Her academic contributions include presenting on student-centered pedagogy at the Institute of Social Science Research (ISSR) Graduate Student Poster Contest and the CIRTL Network Teaching-as-Research Presentations. She has demonstrated an advanced commitment to evidence-based teaching practices by earning Associate, Practitioner, and Scholar certifications through the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL). Additionally, she holds active professional memberships in Psi Chi (the International Honor Society in Psychology), the American Psychological Association (APA), the Society of Health Psychology (Division 38), and the Society for Menstrual Cycle Research.
Complementing her academic and research background, Brittany is an experienced higher education educator and the founder of Kick Cramp’s Ass (KCA), an organization dedicated to mitigating menstrual distress and safeguarding the wellness of underrepresented menstruators and women athletes. She has previously served as a Biology Adjunct Instructor—teaching Nutrition and Diet Therapy and Introduction to Biology—and worked as a Graduate Course Assistant at ASU, where she has supported over 600 students in foundational research methods and quantitative statistics.
An expert in mind-body interventions, Brittany is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500) for Pilates for Periods, a yoga, Pilates, meditation, and breathwork mindfulness program for KCA. She synthesizes her diverse background in nutrition science, psychology, and mindfulness to create specialized, cycle-specific digital wellness content and host long-form community wellness challenges. A recognized leader in the health advocacy space, her impactful work earned her the 2024 Wellness Professional of the Year award by Healing Black Women, Inc., and her multimedia platform was honored with both the Spotify Rising Star and Fan Fave Podcast Awards in 2025. Through an empathetic, integrative lens, Brittany empowers practitioners and clients alike to transition away from cyclical distress and toward holistic, whole-person vitality.
Beyond the Cycle: A Biopsychosocial Approach to Menstrual Symptom Management and Whole-Person Wellness
For many menstruators, cyclical hormonal fluctuations are accompanied by distressing physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms that significantly impact daily functioning, professional self-efficacy, and overall quality of life. Traditional clinical approaches often compartmentalize these symptoms, treating them as purely physiological anomalies or isolated psychological distress. This session introduces a comprehensive, evidence-based framework utilizing the biopsychosocial model to proactively manage and mitigate undesirable menstrual cycle symptoms.
By exploring the complex interplay between biological mechanisms (endocrine fluctuations, nutritional factors), psychological variables (stress reactivity, coping mechanisms), and social-environmental influences (stigmas, systemic support), practitioners will gain a holistic understanding of menstrual health. This presentation moves beyond basic symptom management to address the multi-dimensional wellness of menstruators, safeguarding their mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Attendees will leave with practical, integrative tools and behavioral strategies to immediately implement in their clinical work, empowering clients to shift from cyclical distress to systemic vitality.