From Arthritis to Industry Authority: Kristin Smithers’ Mission to Heal & Empower
Kristin Lee Smithers, widely known as The Red Light Queen, walks into her spa’s state-of-the-art red light room, where the soft hum of light therapy devices fills the air. It’s a place of transformation, physically and emotionally. As a nationally recognized Board Certified Light Therapist, Kristin’s spa, Sunny Shores in North East, PA, stands as a beacon for those seeking science-backed, holistic treatments.
Kristin didn’t start as an industry expert. Her journey began with a personal challenge: arthritis, a condition that many can relate to. Diagnosed at 26, she faced a future that seemed constrained by pain. Rather than accepting this as her fate, she sought solutions that would offer lasting relief. Through light therapy, Kristin found not only relief but also a newfound purpose: to help others achieve improved health. This journey led to a thriving business and a mission to transform wellness practices.
A Personal Journey That Sparked It All
Kristin’s path to wellness wasn’t always directed at light therapy. Her story began with chronic pain. Diagnosed with arthritis, a disease affecting joints and causing debilitating pain, Kristin turned to medications, but found no lasting relief. That’s when she discovered light therapy, a treatment known as photobiomodulation which helped her address her symptoms at their root, offering hope where other treatments had fallen short.
That turning point sparked a new passion. Driven by her own experience, Kristin immersed herself in studying light therapy and became a Board Certified Light Therapist through the Board of Advanced Natural Health Sciencesand the Photonic Therapy Institute. This personal journey evolved into a mission to provide others with safe, science-based alternatives to traditional pain management.
While balancing her career and raising four children wasn’t easy, Kristin’s belief in the power of light therapy kept her motivated. Her story, one of overcoming personal struggles, is now about empowering others through a practice she believes in.
Expertise That Sets Her Apart
What distinguishes Kristin in the growing field of light therapy? It’s not just her personal story, it’s her expertise. Kristin is a published columnist in IST Magazine, where she educates salon and spa owners about the importance of scientifically backed therapies. She’s been invited to speak at major industry events such as the Tanning Salon Owners’ Retreatand Heartland’s VIBE Expo.
Kristin also mentors fellow practitioners, helping salon and spa owners as well as medical professionals navigate the complexities of light therapy. Her work centers around raising ethical standards in an industry sometimes clouded by misinformation. She’s known for advocating evidence-based practices, ensuring clients receive treatments that are not only safe but effective.
Sunny Shores: A Wellness Hub Focused on Results
Sunny Shores, Kristin’s wellness destination, reflects her commitment to excellence. The spa offers 18 specialized rooms, each designed for specific therapeutic purposes. From medical-grade light therapy panels to hybrid tanning beds that combine UV and red light therapy, the equipment at Sunny Shores is carefully selected for its quality and effectiveness.
Kristin personally designs every service at Sunny Shores to ensure it’s both safe and effective. Unlike many competitors who offer generic treatments, each service is crafted with the individual client’s needs in mind. Innovations like wellness pods featuring O2 bars and a detoxifying salt sauna are just a few of the treatments Kristin has introduced to enhance the client experience.
Kristin is also dedicated to making wellness accessible. While many high-end wellness destinations come with steep price tags, Sunny Shores offers competitive pricing to ensure more people can invest in their health and well-being without breaking the bank.
Client Success Stories
The results at Sunny Shores speak for themselves. Clients frequently share how Kristin’s light therapy has helped them manage chronic pain, improve their skin health, and feel better overall. For example, one client successfully managed a long-term knee injury through Kristin’s light therapy, allowing her to return to a more active lifestyle after months of suffering. Another client found that Kristin’s specialized treatments helped clear up skin issues, boosting her confidence.
These real stories reflect the impact of light therapy and the care Kristin takes in tailoring treatments to meet each client’s specific needs. At Sunny Shores, it’s about more than offering services, it’s about delivering meaningful, lasting results.
A Mission to Elevate the Industry
Kristin’s goals go beyond building a successful business. She’s on a mission to raise standards in the wellness industry, fighting misinformation and promoting treatments grounded in scientific evidence. In an industry often filled with quick fixes and miracle cures, Kristin’s approach stands out for its dedication to education and ethical practice.
Through her consulting work, Kristin has helped other business owners improve their practices and provide clients with the highest-quality services possible. She’s paving the way for a future where wellness professionals are respected for their knowledge and clients can confidently trust the treatments they receive.
What’s Next for The Red Light Queen
Looking ahead, Kristin plans to expand her educational efforts. She’s developing programs aimed at training salon and spa owners on proper light therapy use and other advanced wellness treatments. Kristin is also working on a book that will serve as a guide for spa owners, offering advice on building a business that thrives and delivers real, measurable results.
But Kristin’s ambitions extend beyond personal success. Her ultimate goal is to continue elevating the entire wellness industry by advocating for science-backed treatments and ensuring people receive the care they deserve.
A Message for Readers
Kristin’s journey has taught her one key lesson: “Investing in yourself is never selfish. When you prioritize your health, your skin, and your confidence, you show up stronger for everyone else in your life.”
Kristin’s mission is clear: “I started this journey to heal myself. I built my business to help others. Now I’m on a mission to raise the bar for the entire industry so people get the results they deserve.”
Kristin Lee Smithers is not just shaping the future of wellness, she’s creating a space where people can truly heal, thrive, and transform. And when you walk through the doors of Sunny Shores, you’re not just receiving a treatment you’re experiencing the future of wellness, today.
To learn more about Kristin and her transformative work, visitThe Red Light Queenor follow her on social media:TikTok,YouTube, andFacebook.
