With over 20 years of experience,
Specialties: Pain Management, Musculoskeletal pain, Psycho-emotional Health, TCM Nutritional therapy, Women's Health, Whole Family Wellness, Cancer Support, and Mental Health, TCM Wellness Coaching, Men's Health |
Jean Baker
M.Ed, MAcOM, L.Ac, Dipl. OM. Owner, Licensed Acupuncturist, Usui Reiki Master Jean Baker Jean Baker, the owner of Lifestream Wellness, is a licensed Acupuncturist and a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Having received her Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in Austin, Texas, she is a board-certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist through the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and is licensed by the Minnesota Medical board. Jean has also earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of St. Thomas and her Master’s Degree in Education from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Due to her Chinese heritage, Jean has always been fascinated with Eastern Medicine; her grandfather and mother taught her the principles of Chinese Nutritional Therapy at a very young age. Jean grew up in the restaurant business and learned how to utilize “food as medicine” to aid in the body’s natural healing process. Later, inspired by the powerful role that acupuncture played in her own health and healing, she chose to pursue a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Jean is passionate about sharing this powerful and holistic medicine with others to assist them on their journey to optimal health and wellness. In addition to being a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Jean is also a Usui Reiki Master. Like Traditional Chinese Medicine, Reiki is a form of Japanese energy work that is focused on natural health and healing by balancing the subtle energy systems throughout the body. In clinic, Jean has experience treating a wide variety of physical and emotional health conditions. Her focus areas include psycho-emotional challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction; women’s health and gynecological disorders, muscular-skeletal pain, sports medicine, allergy-related symptoms, gastrointestinal dysfunction, cancer support, autoimmune disorders, and family wellness. Over time, Jean has discovered vibrant health and wellness is obtained by nurturing the body, mind and spirit and she is passionate about assisting others on their journey to optimal health and wellness. On this path, Jean will employ a collaborative approach to wellness while utilizing empathy, compassion and respect. Lifestyle changes, including meditation, self-awareness and dietary considerations are at the core of her treatment plan for any condition. Most important, Jean has found that the body has a tremendous capacity to heal itself if given the proper environment to do so. Jean is highly motivated to help you achieve your wellness goals and treats every person with honesty, integrity and respect. Outside the clinic, Jean enjoys walking, hiking, paddle boarding, daily workouts, meditating, reading, writing, and spending quality time with family and friends, and of course her dogs. |
Specialties:
Pain Management, Gastrointestinal Health, Sports Injuries, Stress Management, Women's Health, Men's Health, Herbal Therapy, Patient Education, Nutritional Therapy, Whole Family Wellness |
Michal Arasevi, L.Ac.
M.S., Licensed Acupuncturist Mike Arasevi Mike Arasevi is a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with over 4 years of experience, as well as a graduate of Northwestern Health Science University, where he received a Master's degree in TCM and herbs. Mike is a board-certified Acupuncturist through the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and is licensed through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. Additionally, Mike is a graduate of Inver Hills Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts. To complement the TCM system, Mike also became certified in the first two levels of Craniosacral therapy, which is a gentle, hands-on technique that uses a light touch to examine where the body may be holding on to tension in the central nervous system. By tuning into this, the body is guided through natural motions to provide relief, resulting in a feeling of well-being by eliminating pain and boosting health. In a clinical setting, Mike has had experience treating a number of different conditions, including neurology, digestive health, body pain, medication side-effects, sleep issues, women's health, migraines, sinus issues, and overall wellness. Going forward, Mike would like to further explore the link between mental and physical, especially digestive, health. Mike has a passion for changing the world by helping one person at a time, through TCM, positive psychology, and promoting a healthy lifestyle, so that the ripple effect of their good health may influence those around them. In his spare time Mike loves to read, go rock climbing, learn about anything and everything, spend time outdoors with friends and family, and explore music. |
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Kathryne "Kat" Benson
Morning Office Coordinator, Social Media and Marketing, Patient Care Specialist Kathryne is the warm and caring person that you'll see when you walk into our office. She takes a great deal of pride in providing the highest level of patient care, is passionate about helping others, and is an integral part of our LifeStream Wellness team. Kathryne has her BFA in photography and graphic design, is a published poet, and a mother of two. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, painting, writing, and immersing herself in nature and capturing the beauty that is all around us. |
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Zélie Targia
Evening Office Coordinator, Social Media and Marketing, Patient Care Specialist Zélie is a kind and fun person who comes equipped with many years’ experience with scheduling and front office work. Just like our morning office coordinator, Zélie is about providing the highest level of patient care and maintaining a serene atmosphere. In her spare time, Zélie enjoys going to the movies, listening to music and finding new restaurants to try. |