About Us

Ashley is from the small town of Cokato, MN. Growing up she was very involved and active at school, which is where her love for health and fitness began. Ashley was a two sport collegiate athlete, and after graduating Minnesota State University Mankato, she taught physical education. Through one of life’s most unexpected events, the death of her spouse, Ashley courageously left her career to share her story through her blog and public speaking. Her goal in sharing about her journey is to challenge people’s perspective, to inspire them to love the life they live and to push them to be bolder in their faith. Ashley is passionate about helping people and it energizes her to be part of a wellness team that helps people live their best life through every circumstance and in every aspect!

Alyssa grew up in Rochester, MN. Upon graduating from high school as a post-secondary college student, she received an Associates of Arts Degree from RCTC and later went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of Minnesota. Throughout her college career she became passionate about health and fitness. Alyssa is a PEAK certified Pilates instructor and loves learning how to increase health and wellness through movement. She continues to share her passion for helping others by spreading a positive message about the importance of health and wellness as a community wellness coordinator at Finish Line Wellness. In her spare time she enjoys traveling and spending time with her friends.

Kasey graduated from University of Minnesota Duluth May 2017, with a Bachelors of Applied Human Sciences in Public Health Education and Promotion. Throughout her college career she was involved in various internships helping the health of UMD campus community members and was involved in many student associations. Some important topics that interest her are natural and holistic health along with environmental sustainability. Now she will continue her passion in the health field by collaborating with various companies, creating partnerships and spreading the LiveLife message throughout our communities. In her spare time she loves to spend time outdoors and also enjoys traveling.

Megan graduated in May 2017 with her masters in Public Health - Community Health Promotion from the University of Minnesota. She enjoys working with communities to make positive changes and create supportive, healthy environments for everyone. She believes a healthy lifestyle is the true medicine of many conditions and diseases. In her free time Megan enjoys running, trying new healthy recipes and spending time at her cabin in Wisconsin.

Chrissy's mission and goal the last decade has been to find healing for her autoimmune disease and to promote her family's health, organically. She's an advocate for proper nutrition and green living practices using nature based products-free of chemicals and medications. She has a drive and need to teach these vital tools to move the masses to better chemical, emotional and physical wellness. As an expert for patient avocation, she will help motivate and educate offices and patients to learn the LiveLife Wills to Wellness.

Brittany graduated from the Minnesota School of Business with a degree in Massage Therapy. She is licensed by the state of Minnesota. She enjoyed having the opportunity to be introduced to many massage modalities. While in school, Brittany grew a passion for Thai Massage, Deep Tissue Therapy, and Relaxation Massage. She could not be more excited about her career as a Massage Therapist because it allows her to help others live life to the fullest. She firmly believes these modalities will provide the freedom to do so. Brittany is an active person who loves being outdoors. She has found it true that one is not living if they are living with pain.

Josh studied at Centerpoint Massage/Shiatsu School and Clinic. He also studied at Minnesota School of Business for Personal Training. This combination has helped him create site specific bodywork with emphasis on sports related injuries. Specialties include cross fiber friction, active isolated stretching, trigger points, and specific myofascial work. Josh’s approach is to work specific and complete. Confidence in Anatomy is key! He’s an active individual playing/coaching hockey and enjoys a good workout. Having rebounded from injuries himself he believes with the right combination of a positive mind set and a proper wellness program the game never has to end!

Dr. Jim Alexander is a wellness based chiropractor who loves to work with families and help them achieve all of their wellness goals. He enjoys optimizing the performance of his practice members through enhanced spine and nervous function, proper nutritional coaching and efficient lifestyle based exercise programs. Dr. Alexander also has a large pediatric practice and loves working with children with Autism, ADHD and emotional and behavioral disorders.

Dr. Ashley Hartman is dedicated to helping her patients live happier, healthier lives. She treats the body as a whole, focusing on correction of the problem, rather than the symptom, so patients can live life to the fullest with a balance of mind, body, and spirit. Along with the power of chiropractic adjustments, Dr. Ashley helps patients reach their health goals by implementing nutritional supplementation, rehabilitation exercises, and lifestyle coaching into each patient’s treatment plan to help them reach optimal health from all angles. With a special interest in the health of women and children, as well as nutrition, she treats newborns, the elderly, and everyone in between. Treatments are tailored specifically to each patient’s body and condition to ensure that each visit is a positive experience.

Dr. James R. Midboe is the founder of Finish Line Chiropractic in Savage, MN. He is a 2011 graduate from Northwestern Health Science University and the owner of Finish Line Wellness. He specializes in sports rehab, injury prevention, weight loss, nutrition, detoxification, and family wellness. Dr. Midboe has a passion for educating groups about the benefits of wellness care and helping people follow through with their wellness goals.

Physical Therapist - Brenda Brewster, MPT, has over 16 years of physical therapy experience. Brenda began her career at Fairview Rehabilitation Services including in-patient and out-patient physical therapy. Her experience with orthopedics was furthered while at the Institute for Athletic Medicine and Fairview Orthotics and Prosthetics. Spending the past 5 yeas in private practice, Brenda has become recognized as a therapist with great patient rapport and clinical excellence. Her special interests include spine, knee, hip, and ankle. As a lifelong athlete, Brenda enjoys working with runners and other active clients to help them enhance their sport performance. Brenda’s diversified experience across multiple disciplines serves her well as a key component in an integrated treatment approach to rehabilitation.

Dr. Tim O’Neil is the Owner of Omega Wellness in Chanhassen, MN. As an accomplished and recognized Wellness Expert and Chiropractor, he has created a large following through his education for his community and their wellbeing. A 2015 Doctor of the Year, he and his team’s impact has been recognized through his unique style of educating and creating a shift in the thinking and action of the groups he works with. His passion is helping people follow through on their health goals and seeing the changes they can make in their lives!

As a chiropractor, I utilize one of the most effective healing protocols for chronic pain ever offered. My lifetime of experience has turned into a solution that has changed the face of back pain resolution forever. At age 13, I suffered a debilitating back injury that ignited the spark for a pain-relief quest that left no stone unturned. I went to many chiropractors seeking relief from the pain my injury caused – pain that threatened to take away the active life I had once lead and wanted to continue to lead. The more chiropractors I visited, the more intrigued I became by the art and science of not only treating pain, but healing its cause.

Dr. Tom Policano is the founder of Apogee Wellness in Shoreview, MN. His passion and commitment to chiropractic and wellness come from his own personal experiences. Playing sports all throughout childhood and culminating with playing college baseball, Dr. Tom has experienced a wide range of injuries. The chiropractic lifestyle is what he attributes to "staying on the field" all those years. Dr. Tom was so impressed with the profession he took off his cleats for good in 2007 and enrolled at Northwestern Chiropractic College. Since graduating in 2011 his mission has changed from just helping athletes to helping his whole community live the healthiest lives they can. This is accomplish by teaching his patients and community about Eating Right, Moving Right and Thinking Right.

Dr. Jonathan S. Heinz is the founder of Lime Valley Chiropractic of Mankato, MN. He is focused on helping practice members obtain their wellness goals through corrective spinal care, weight loss & detox, strength & exercise, and lifestyle changes. Fibromyalgia treatment is a specialty at his clinic. He is a member of The Foundation for Wellness Professionals, Inc., a non-profit organization whose members are specialists in their field of practice. They strive to educate the communities in which they serve on a variety of health care related topics. Dr. John has conducted lectures and workshops on topics such as Understanding Fibromyalgia, Injury Prevention and Safety, and Stress Management, Neurology and Toxicity.

Dr. Duane John attended the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA., graduating in 1989. He has been in private practice in Little Canada and Shoreview since 1992. He has developed a practice that strives to meet all the needs of his patients. His focus has not only been on spinal care and maintenance but also incorporating physical therapy, rehab, diet and nutrition counseling. Fibromyalgia treatment is a specialty at his clinic. He is a member of The Foundation for Wellness Professionals, Inc., a non-profit organization whose members are specialists in their field of practice. Dr. John has conducted lectures and workshops on topics such as Understanding Fibromyalgia, Injury Prevention and Safety, and Stress Management, Neurology and Toxicity.

Starting his mission in 2000, Dr. Lilja has owned and operated successful chiropractic and nutritional wellness centers in Minnesota and Washington states. He is dedicated to creating a full-service health and wellness center for his hometown community. After graduating from Northwestern Health Science University with a B.S. in Human Biology and a Doctorate in Chiropractic, Dr. Lilja received extensive training in clinical nutrition and applied kinesiology. This training allowed him to broaden his scope of practice. As an expert in injury management, he has worked with patients dealing with the effects of auto accidents, work-related injuries, sports injuries, and degenerative conditions. Dr. Lilja is also an experienced clinical nutritionist, and he naturally addresses body chemistry to speed injury recovery, promote health, and address a variety of chronic disease challenges.

When I was 16 years old I was in a couple rollover accidents. I walked away thinking nothing was wrong because nothing was broken and I wasn’t bleeding. It wasn’t until I started at college for pre-med that I had neck pain and difficulty sleeping. I went to a chiropractor who helped me recover from these injuries that had built up in my body. I liked the idea of helping people achieve health thru natural methods without medications or surgeries. From there I finished my pre-med degree and went on to become a chiropractor and acupuncturist. I love helping people become well or staying well!

Growing up involved in athletics, Dr. Scott often saw a chiropractor to get help for his sports injuries. ‘’I played through high school and college. I’d never have been able to stay on the field if it weren’t for the chiropractor! That piqued my interest.” As he learned more, Dr. Scott realized how much chiropractors could do to take care of people without drugs and surgery. Wanting to share those benefits with others, he decided to attend chiropractic college. Dr. Scott attended Northwestern Health Sciences University, graduating in 2009. He practiced in Eden Prairie and Plymouth before taking over Trillium Chiropractic. ‘’The most rewarding part of my job is helping families and seeing a change in their mindset about their health.”

Dr. Heidi grew up in the small town of Bay City, WI. Throughout her childhood and through high school she was competitive in gymnastics, track and cheerleading. After high school, she went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University, where she continued her cheerleading career as a member of the university’s all-girl competitive cheerleading team. Heidi was introduced to chiropractic after college, when she started working as a chiropractic assistant. After realizing this is what she was meant to do, she attended Northwestern Health Sciences University where she received her Doctorate of Chiropractic in 2016. She has a passion for educating patients about health and natural healing through chiropractic, nutrition and exercise. She also has a special interest in functional medicine, nutrition, detox and women’s health. In her free time, Heidi enjoys working out, volunteering at her local animal shelter, traveling, cooking and spending time with her husband and friends.

Dr. Dan is the founder of Ascend Chiropractic & Wellness in Burnsville. He is focused on helping patients reach their health goals using corrective spinal care, nutrition & detox, and rehabilitative exercise.