Kristin Caposella (formerly Kristin Leest) was born on May 6, 1984, and grew up in Newtown, Connecticut, later moving to Cheshire. After several years in Charleston, South Carolina, she returned to Connecticut, where she now lives with her son.

Kristin is an author, life coach, yoga instructor, and entrepreneur whose work spans fitness, wellness, and philanthropy. In 2024, she opened Elevate and Thrive Wellness in Hartford, CT, a coaching practice serving adults who are ready to break barriers, unlock potential, and create sustainable health in both body and mind.

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In 2025, Kristin is building on that foundation with two new ventures in Hartford: Ahimsa Yoga Studio of CT, a sanctuary for mindful movement and holistic healing, and Phoenix Rising Academy, a one-of-a-kind life coaching program designed to empower kids with confidence, resilience, and self-leadership skills.

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Her passion for helping others thrive is rooted in her own journey and extends to multiple areas of service. In 2019, she founded Big Hugs for Little Hearts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting children overcoming trauma. She is also the founder of Pawsitivity, LLC, a natural pet supplement company dedicated to improving the health and longevity of cats and dogs, and Simply Standard Poodles, specializing in AKC champion bloodline standard poodles for show, service, and companionship.

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As an author, Kristin’s works include Keep a Poem in Your Pocket (2013, under the pen name Kristin Ennis) and her upcoming release Meet Me with Pawsitivity: A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Dog Training Through Positive Reinforcement. Through her writing, coaching, and businesses, Kristin embodies the values of purpose, authenticity, and resilience—guiding others to embrace their own journey of growth and transformation.

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Kristin Caposella (formerly Kristin Leest) was born on May 6, 1984, and grew up in Newtown, Connecticut, later moving to Cheshire. After several years in Charleston, South Carolina, she returned to Connecticut, where she now lives with her son.

Kristin is an author, life coach, yoga instructor, and entrepreneur whose work spans fitness, wellness, and philanthropy. In 2024, she opened Elevate and Thrive Wellness in Hartford, CT, a coaching practice serving adults who are ready to break barriers, unlock potential, and create sustainable health in both body and mind.

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In 2025, Kristin is building on that foundation with two new ventures in Hartford: Ahimsa Yoga Studio of CT, a sanctuary for mindful movement and holistic healing, and Phoenix Rising Academy, a one-of-a-kind life coaching program designed to empower kids with confidence, resilience, and self-leadership skills.

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Her passion for helping others thrive is rooted in her own journey and extends to multiple areas of service. In 2019, she founded Big Hugs for Little Hearts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting children overcoming trauma. She is also the founder of Pawsitivity, LLC, a natural pet supplement company dedicated to improving the health and longevity of cats and dogs, and Simply Standard Poodles, specializing in AKC champion bloodline standard poodles for show, service, and companionship.

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As an author, Kristin’s works include Keep a Poem in Your Pocket (2013, under the pen name Kristin Ennis) and her upcoming release Meet Me with Pawsitivity: A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Dog Training Through Positive Reinforcement. Through her writing, coaching, and businesses, Kristin embodies the values of purpose, authenticity, and resilience—guiding others to embrace their own journey of growth and transformation.

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