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Expert professionals dedicated to your wellness journey
What Makes Us Unique?
At Simply Serene Wellness & Aesthetics, we’re committed to providing a safe, comfortable and results driven experience for our clients. We focus on wellness, education, natural beauty and personalized attention to create beneficial and life changing improvements to those who trust us with their care.
Our providers find the best part of their job is building a trusting and close relationship with our clients, many of whom we have become friends with over the years.
We view each person that walks through our door as being unique and valued. While time may have taken a toll on how you feel about yourself, our team of experts have the knowledge and tools necessary to help with your goals of transformation, so you can enjoy the benefits of health and improved self-confidence.
- (320) 348-0660
- 1205 Franklin Ave NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
Our Core Values
Excellence
We maintain the highest standards in everything we do, from treatments to customer service.
Personalized Care
We view each person that walks through our door as being unique and valued.
Trust & Relationships
Building trusting and close relationships with our clients, many of whom have become friends over the years.
5
Expert
team
members
60+
Years
Combined
Experience
500+
happy
clients
served
Why Choose Our Team?
Our diverse team brings together expertise in medical aesthetics, nursing, skincare, and business operations. Each member is committed to providing exceptional care and helping you achieve your wellness and beauty goals through personalized treatment plans and ongoing support.
5
Expert team members
60+
Years Combined Experience
500+
happy clients served
Why Choose Our Team?
Our diverse team brings together expertise in medical aesthetics, nursing, skincare, and business operations. Each member is committed to providing exceptional care and helping you achieve your wellness and beauty goals through personalized treatment plans and ongoing support.
Thom Bieniek
CNP | Founder
Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner
Thom is our Founder and Medical Director at Simply Serene. His clinical experience spans over 10 years with advanced training as a Certified Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Aesthetics, Health, & Wellness. He has a passion for helping clients achieve their aesthetic goals while maintaining natural-looking results.
Specialties:
"My approach focuses on enhancing your natural beauty while ensuring safety and comfort throughout your journey."
Kristy Schug
Registered Nurse, Aesthetic Nurse Injector
Licensed Aesthetician
With over 20 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and over 4 years specializing in aesthetic medicine, Kristy brings a refined, safety-first approach to every treatment. She’s passionate about delivering subtle, sophisticated results that enhance your natural beauty while maintaining balance and harmony. She believes aesthetics should feel natural, effortless, and uniquely personalized. Through thoughtful treatment planning, her goal is to help you feel refreshed, confident, and beautifully yourself. Outside of the treatment room, she enjoys horseback riding, getting lost in a good book, and most importantly, spending meaningful time with her family, which is her favorite way to recharge.
“I believe the best results are the ones that still look like you.”
Cailin Scott
Advanced Practice Aesthetician
Operations & Client Experience
Cailin Scott has been an Advanced Practice Aesthetician and Salon Manager since 2016. She has a passion about educating and motivating her clients to love their skin. Her expertise in skincare treatments and facial procedures helps clients achieve radiant, healthy skin.
Specialties:
"Education is key to skincare success. I love helping clients understand their skin and develop effective routines."
Gaby Rugemer
Registered Nurse, Practice Nurse
Gaby is a Registered Nurse dedicated to helping clients look and feel their best through personalized wellness care. She specializes in weight management, peptide therapy, and IV hydration, creating customized treatment plans that promote sustainable results, increased energy, and overall well-being. Gaby believes lasting health starts with compassionate, individualized care and enjoys partnering with clients on their wellness journey. Outside of work, she loves spending time with family and friends and enjoying Minnesota lake life.
"Wellness is the foundation of confidence-when you feel your best, it shows."
Molly Johnston
Nutrition Support Specialist
Operations & Client Experience
Molly combines a strong foundation in Biology and Chemistry with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals through personalized, therapeutic care. As a PN1-Certified Nutrition Coach, she is dedicated to helping clients develop realistic, sustainable nutrition habits that support long-term health and wellness. Through compassionate, individualized coaching, Molly empowers clients to achieve their goals with confidence and lasting success.
When she’s not working with clients, Molly enjoys exploring the outdoors with her dogs, trail riding with her kids, and discovering new destinations through travel.
“I love helping people discover that healthy doesn’t have to be complicated.”
Chad Goergen
Business Office Manager
Operations & Client Experience
Chad brings a diverse background in finance, business development, information technology, and software development. As Business Office Manager, he combines strategic thinking with a passion for creating efficient systems that enhance both the client experience and day-to-day operations. His focus is on building processes that allow the Simply Serene team to deliver exceptional care while ensuring the practice runs seamlessly behind the scenes.
Chad brings a diverse background in finance, business development, information technology, and software development. As Business Office Manager, he combines strategic thinking with a passion for creating efficient systems that enhance both the client experience and day-to-day operations. His focus is on building processes that allow the Simply Serene team to deliver exceptional care while ensuring the practice runs seamlessly behind the scenes.
Outside of work, Chad enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring new technology, traveling, and finding ways to continuously improve both business and everyday life.
Specialties:
“I believe every problem has a solution—you just have to find the right one.”
Andrea Fenstad
Patient Experience, Marketing Coordinator
Marketing & Public Relations
Andrea Fenstad comes to us with an extensive background in marketing, sales and public relations. She has worked under and amongst some of the marketing "greats" and not only has slew of knowledge and expertise in the area, she is a human ray of sunshine, making everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Outside of the office, Andrea enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 boys, traveling, being active and exploring her love for fashion and style.
Specialties:
"Creating genuine connections and ensuring every client feels valued and welcomed is at the heart of everything I do."
