Our Amazing Team
Who We Are
Kelly VanVickle, WHNP-BC
Co-Founder & Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Kelly VanVickle, WHNP-C, is co-founder of Key Wellness & Aesthetics and a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She began her nursing career in 1999, working across nearly every area of hospital care including emergency medicine and labor and delivery before becoming a women’s health case manager, where her passion for advocating for women deepened. In 2013, she earned her Master’s in Nursing through the University of Cincinnati and went on to co-found Key Wellness & Aesthetics in 2021. She believes in meeting people where they are, listening deeply, and creating thoughtful, personalized plans that support both how they feel and how they show up in the world.
In addition to her women’s health background, Kelly brings a safe, natural approach to aesthetics, believing beauty should enhance, not change, who someone is. She’s passionate about subtle results and about empowering patients to take an active role in their own care.
Outside the clinic, Kelly treasures time with her family and grandkids, rides motorcycle with her husband, watches their herd of Scottish Highlander cattle grow, and almost always has a podcast playing during her downtime.
Kelly Thompson, APRN-BC
Co-Founder, Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Kelly Thompson has been a nurse since 1995 and a Family Nurse Practitioner since 2003. Licensed in Family Practice, she has dedicated the past 19 years to Women’s Health and infertility, helping thousands of couples achieve their dreams of parenthood. She believes in keeping things simple and empowering her patients to live healthy lives—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
In addition to her extensive background in women’s health, Kelly provides aesthetic services, bringing a holistic and natural approach to enhancing confidence and overall well-being. She is passionate about helping patients feel as good on the outside as they do on the inside, with a focus on subtle, confidence-boosting results.
Kelly has lived in Breezy Point with her family for the past 12 years. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her five children, caring for her dogs, gardening, and cheering on her kids at their sporting events—proudly embracing her role as a dedicated hockey mom.
Sandy Paskewitz, LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sandy is a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 20 years of experience in patient care. She is passionate about taking care of people and takes pride in ensuring every patient feels genuinely supported, comfortable, and cared for. Her compassionate nature and extensive experience allow her to create a welcoming and reassuring environment for everyone she works with.
When she’s not at work, Sandy enjoys spending full days gardening, canning, and being outdoors whenever possible. She also loves taking advantage of any opportunity to spend quality time with her husband, Scotty, and their children, Rylan, Pyper, and Maddox.
Ashlyn VanVickle, LPN, CPT, CNC, PCES
Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach and Pregnancy & Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist
Ashlyn is a Licensed Practical Nurse at Key Wellness with a passion for women’s health and whole-person wellness. She brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, including several years of experience in dermatology, along with her background in personal training to create an empowering and results-driven fitness experience designed specifically for women. In addition to fitness coaching, Ashlyn provides aesthetic services, helping patients enhance both their appearance and confidence.
Beyond nursing and personal training, Ashlyn holds certifications in nutrition coaching as well as pregnancy and postpartum corrective exercise, and she continues to expand her expertise in physique training. Her well-rounded approach allows her to support women through every stage of life with knowledge, care, and motivation.
Outside of the clinic, Ashlyn enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, staying active outdoors, competitive body building, and horseback riding. She is passionate about helping people like you feel strong, confident, and capable as you work toward your health and fitness goals.
Morgan Rickard, BSN-RN
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse Injector
Morgan is an experienced aesthetic nurse injector who blends clinical skill with a gentle, artistic approach to create natural, effortless results. She believes beauty should feel soft and subtle, never overdone, and loves helping clients leave feeling refreshed, confident, and glowing.
After marrying her high school sweetheart, Morgan returned home to Crosslake to build their future and start their family. Caring for the community she grew up in brings a special warmth and meaning to her work. Outside of work, she loves spending time with family and friends on the lake!
Morgan offers a thoughtful menu of treatments, including injectables, laser services, hollow-needle piercing, microneedling, and IV hydration therapy. Her goal is to create a welcoming, relaxing experience where every client feels understood, cared for, and beautifully renewed.
Rachel Wilson, BSN-RN
Social Media Relations & Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Rachel wears many hats at Key Wellness & Aesthetics, serving as BSN-RN and leading our social media relations. A proud North Dakota State University alum (Roll Herd! 🦬), she combines her nursing expertise, creativity, and genuine passion for caring for others to help showcase the heart of our brand.
Outside of work, Rachel loves spending time with her family, friends, and dog. You’ll often find her outdoors riding RZR, hunting, fishing, gardening, or playing on the water. When she’s indoors, she enjoys organizing, cooking, canning, and crafting, always finding new ways to stay creative and busy.
Jaelyn Jordahl, APE
Advanced Practice Aesthetician
Jaelyn is a Licensed Advanced Practice Aesthetician at Key Wellness & Aesthetics with a passion for providing customized skincare treatments and helping clients achieve their healthiest, most radiant skin. Education is a key part of her approach, and she loves empowering clients with the knowledge they need to care for their skin confidently. Outside of the office, Jaelyn enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and dogs. She loves to travel and spend time outdoors, especially during the summer, soaking up the sunshine at the lake.
Demi Keough, APE
Advanced Practice Aesthetician
Demi is originally from the small town of Bagley, Minnesota, and recently made the lakes area her new home, where she has already felt warmly welcomed. She is an Advanced Practice Esthetician with three years of experience, specializing in customized facial treatments, brow lamination, shaping, tinting, and lash lift and tints. Demi is passionate about staying up to date with the latest trends, techniques, and products, and she continually expands her training to provide the highest level of care for her clients. When she’s not in the treatment room, she enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends. Always up for trying something new, she embraces every adventure that comes her way. Demi is excited to begin her next chapter at Key Wellness and looks forward to connecting with the wonderful people in the community.
Vanessa Bettis
OFFICE MANAGER
Vanessa is our dedicated office manager here at Key Wellness & Aesthetics. With over 20 years of experience in the medical field, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Vanessa is skilled in creating an efficient and welcoming environment for both staff and clients. She takes pride in overseeing the daily operations, managing schedules and ensuring that all administrative processes run smoothly. She also plays a critical part in fostering a collaborative and supportive culture that prioritizes patient care. Her attention to detail and commitment to high standards have contributed to Key Wellness’ reputation for excellence.
At home, Vanessa enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Mark, and their three children: Griffin, who has recently graduated from Lineman school, and twin daughters Emersen and Leighton, who are currently juniors in high school. Their family is rounded out by two very important pups, Moxie, a chocolate lab, and JuJu, a playful French Bulldog.
When not at work, Vanessa enjoys reading, shopping and working on home improvement projects, finding satisfaction in creating a comfortable and beautiful environment for her family. While her social circle is small, she values the close relationships she nurtures with family and close friends.
Shari Monahan
Care Coordinator
Shari and her family moved to the beautiful lakes area in 2010. She has a strong passion for helping others, especially the elderly. As a Care Coordinator at Key Wellness, she enjoys assisting clients with scheduling services, answering questions, greeting shoppers, and being part of a talented, caring team. In her free time, Shari enjoys taking walks in nature, reading, boating, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends. She has two children, Karli and Ryan, who have both graduated from college and are pursuing their respective careers. Shari lives in Lakeshore with her husband, Mike, and their two dogs.
Joy Hogen
Care Coordinator
Joy Hogen is a Front Desk Care Coordinator who plays a key role in creating a welcoming, organized, and positive experience for every patient. As the first point of contact, she supports high-quality patient care through efficient scheduling and clear communication. Known for her friendly demeanor and attention to detail, Joy assists patients with appointments and inquiries while maintaining a calm, supportive front desk environment. She works closely with clinical staff to ensure smooth daily operations and a seamless patient experience from start to finish.
Outside of work, Joy enjoys staying active through hiking and biking, relaxing with knitting, and spending quality time with her family. She also loves traveling to see humpback whales and taking her dogs, Beau and Rudy, on long walks whenever she can.