Compassionate Care for
A Flourishing Life
Your trusted partner in health, providing holistic healing through acupuncture, herbal medicine, and honest guidance.
Our Mission
LifeTree Clinic provides high-quality and compassionate care for healthier living. We assist and guide our patients with honesty and dignity, educating and communicating with our communities based upon Christian philosophy. Our goal is to plant seeds within our community and watch them flourish. We are honored to be your neighborhood health advisors, supporting your pathway to informed health and wellness choices. We accept and welcome all, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We strive to be your partner in health.
Our Providers
Expert practitioners specializing in traditional and modern therapies
Dr. Kyu Hong Tae
Acupuncturist, L.Ac., DAOM
Kyu Hong Tae, founder and owner of Lifetree Clinic, specializes in pain management and mental health through compassion-centered acupuncture care, and has participated in international acupuncture medical missions, bringing a global and compassionate perspective to healing.
Education & Licensure
- Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (D.A.O.M.) – American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Roseville, Minnesota
- Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (M.A.O.M.) – American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Roseville, Minnesota
- Licensed Acupuncturist – Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
- National Board Certified in Acupuncture – NCBAHM (National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine)
Advanced Training
- Juheng Acupuncture & Moxibustion – Institute of Juheng Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Seoul, South Korea
- Korean Medicine–Based Pain Management Techniques
- Integrative Treatment for Musculoskeletal and Neurological Disorders
Professional Memberships
- Member, American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA)
- Member, Minnesota Acupuncture Association (MAA)
Dr. Ariel Selk
L.Ac., D.A.C.M., Dipl.Ac.
Dr. Ariel specializes in acupuncture for physical medicine and rehabilitation, pain management, joint pain, musculoskeletal disorders/imbalances, neuropathy, back pain, sciatica, neck pain, migraines/headaches, stress and anxiety.
She also has experience and success treating a wide variety of health imbalances, including women's health, sleep disorders and digestive disorders.
Education & Licensure
- Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine -Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, California, 2020
- Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – World Medicine Institute, Honolulu, Hawaii, 2011
- Licensed Acupuncturist – Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
- National Board Certification in Acupuncture – NCBAHM
Advanced Training
- Advanced Acupuncture for Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Dietary Therapies and Lifestyle Modification Techniques
- National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) for Addiction Recovery
- Cosmetic Acupuncture Techniques
Conditions Treated
Pain Management
- Acute Injuries
- Chronic Pain
- Neck & Back Pain
- Headaches & Migraines
- Muscular Tension
- Tendonitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Joint Pain & Arthritis
- Neuropathy & Nerve Pain
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
- Frozen Shoulder
- Carpal & Tarsal Tunnel
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- TMJ
- Shingles
Women's Health
- Fertility
- Pregnancy Symptoms
- Morning Sickness
- PMS
- Menstrual Pain
- Endometriosis
- PCOS
- Menopausal Symptoms
- Postpartum Care
- Breastfeeding Support
- Irregular Periods
- Prolapse
- Recurrent Miscarriage
- Uterine Fibroids
- Ovarian Cysts
- Hormonal Imbalance
Mental Health & Related Conditions
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- PTSD
- Irritability
- Addiction Management
- Smoking Cessation
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorders
- Fatigue
- Bipolar Disorder
- Eating Disorders
- Appetite Management
- Mood & Personality Disorders