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The stories resonate long after the applause, sparking lasting change that endures when pressure rises and challenges appear.
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Dr. Cristi Bundukamara
Motivational Speaker

About Dr. Cristi Bundukamara

Dr. Cristi Bundukamara is a psychiatric nurse practitioner, former Army medic, and founder of Mentally STRONG. For more than twenty years she has blended clinical know-how with clear, story-driven teaching, distilling years of mental-health study into everyday strategies anyone can use. Her doctorate in education adds depth and rigour to every keynote she delivers.
Mindset Shift
Evidence-Based Frameworks
Mental-Health Insight
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A Journey Through Healing & Growth

Hope & Meaning
Audiences are inspired by Dr. Cristi’s journey of finding hope and meaning in life's challenges.
Overcoming Adversity
Learn how to harness and unleash your inner strength to overcome adversity.
Healing & Growth
Each engagement reveals deep pain and sparks healing and growth.

Steering To Excellence

Years of clinical leadership, community service, and on-stage impact have earned Dr. Cristi Bundukamara distinguished honours in business and healthcare.
Strategic Success
Aligned Coaching
Self Coaching
Wisdom & Growth
Strategic Success
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Self Coaching
Wisdom & Growth

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Behind the Talks

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Next Steps for Mental Strength

Choose a self-paced online option you can begin today or reserve a spot in the guided Intensive that runs on set dates.

The Mentally STRONG Method

This self-paced course covers the complete Mentally STRONG Method, teaching you to map thoughts, label feelings and set daily actions for sharper focus and better choices.
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The Mentally STRONG Intensive

Led by Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, a psychiatric nurse practitioner who has lived through the unimaginable pain of losing three children, this restorative program offers a structured, compassionate approach to healing.
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Shared Success

Stories of Lives Made Stronger

Annie H.
Mentally STRONG Method Course Participant
This is a great way to challenge negative thinking patterns in a comprehensive way which considers each person as unique
Angie Miller
Amazing learning experience. Looking forward to implementing all I have learned today, in all areas of my life.
Jonathan G.
Mentally STRONG Method Course Participant
Thought Mapping has been one of my favorite ways to organize thoughts and writing for myself and students. Applying this to mental health has been so helpful.
Mara Purl
Bestselling Author & Speaker
Cristi Bundukamara shines a bright light into the darkest of places. Her story of loss is shocking. Yet her vivid presence is that of a leader. Cristi's authenticity offers vulnerability, while her strength offers hope. Since she herself walks this path, she is a trustworthy guide into mental strength.
Angela M.
Mentally STRONG Method Course Participant
I learned that it is okay to take the time to work on yourself. I did not know that my childhood trauma triggered my need to be successful to prove my self worth.
Thought Leader
Fresh Insight Delivered

From TED style stages to policy roundtables, Dr. Cristi shapes modern conversations on mental health. Her forward looking ideas cut through jargon and give professionals clear starting points for change they can act on immediately.

Spark Ideas
Motivational Speaker
Energy With Purpose

Story, humour, and evidence blend in her talks, keeping rooms engaged start to finish. Attendees leave with simple actions, renewed purpose, and the confidence to tackle pressure the moment they walk out.

Boost Morale
Mental Health Clinic Founder
Practice in Action

She launched the Mentally STRONG Clinic and Academy from a single office and grew it to reach thousands. The hands-on leadership required keeps her keynote examples rooted in day-to-day clinical reality.

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Credibility

Twenty years in psychiatric practice give Dr. Cristi a deep well of case knowledge. She explains complex conditions in plain language and offers proven strategies listeners can adopt safely within their own daily routines.

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Grief Expert
From Loss to Strength

Dr. Cristi’s personal journey through profound loss informs her clinical approach. She helps groups recognise grief, name emotions, and build daily practices that turn sorrow into steady resilience everyone can sustain.

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