About Us

A Dash of Love, a Pinch of Healing

Driven by purpose and fueled by passion, Katia Saintfort-Russ founded Baking Is Therapy, Inc. (B.I.T.) in 2014 with a bold vision: to reimagine what healing and learning can look like for young girls in underserved communities. What began as a safe space to cope and create through baking has evolved into a powerful movement that bridges emotional wellness, leadership, and STEM education, with a growing focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies.

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As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, B.I.T. offers mentoring that combines the therapeutic benefits of baking with hands-on STEM learning. Girls aged 10–18 in the Tampa Bay area engage in interactive workshops that explore the chemistry of baking, food science, and the digital skills shaping our world, preparing them for a future where technology and creativity intersect.

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Katia believes that early exposure to STEM and AI concepts, particularly for underrepresented girls, is key to closing opportunity gaps and opening doors. Through custom-designed curriculum and real-world projects, B.I.T. introduces participants to coding, problem-solving, data literacy, and even how AI is transforming industries, including culinary arts. These experiences ignite curiosity, build confidence, and plant the seeds of innovation.

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Under Katia’s leadership, Baking Is Therapy empowers girls to see themselves not only as bakers and creators but also as engineers, technologists, and future leaders. Each session is more than a recipe—it's a launchpad for growth, resilience, and discovery.

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Through her work, Katia is not only teaching life skills—she's helping shape a generation of bold, tech-savvy young women ready to lead with empathy, knowledge, and vision.