Where Science and

Art Collide

REAL Aesthetics + Wellness, we specialize in creating results that look effortless, feel natural, and stand the test of time. Serving Santa Rosa and all of Sonoma County, our physician-led team combines advanced regenerative treatments with a deep understanding of facial harmony, skin health, and wellness; helping you feel aligned in your skin at every age.

Who We Are

Learn more about the philosophy that has made REAL Sonoma County’s most trusted name in aesthetic medicine.

dISCOVER THE REAL METHOD

COMPLEXion TO CONTOUR™

Using our proprietary 4-step approach that addresses every layer of your appearance, connecting internal health with external beauty for results that radiate from the inside out.

RELAX

Smooth away stress and restore balance with results that are effortless, natural, and undeniably you.

DAXXIFY • BOTOX • DYSPORT • JEUVEAU• DYSPORT

This step smooths lines and prevents new ones from forming. We use advanced mapping to see how your muscles move, set dosing based on your unique expression patterns, and track results with baseline photos. The goal: natural, lifted & refreshed results without looking “frozen.”

RADIATE

Advanced energy-based treatments stimulate renewal from within, helping to prevent future damage while restoring clarity, tone, and resilience—safe and effective for all skin types.

BBL • MOXI • HALO • CONTOURTRL • PROFRACTIONAL • SOFWAVE • MICRONEEDLING • TRIBRID

This step focuses on renewing your skin from within. We use advanced light, laser, and ultrasound treatments to target sun damage, improve texture, and restore a brighter, more youthful appearance.

REFINE

Elevate your features with treatments that restore proportion, balance, and definition.

FACIAL BALANCING • DERMAL FILLER • BIOSTIMULATOR • PRF EZ GEL

This step restores balance and support to your features. We choose between different techniques and product types depending on your needs. Dosing is conservative and layered for natural-looking structure and contour.

REGENERATE

Our regenerative offerings are designed to restore balance, optimize vitality, and support long-term skin and body health.

MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS • HORMONE + PEPTIDE THERAPY • IV THERAPY • HYDRAFACIAL • HAIR RESTORATION • MEDICAL-GRADE SKINCARE

To make results last, we integrate wellness and long-term planning. This can include yearly lab reviews, personalized home routines, sun protection strategies, medical weight loss, and a customized treatment calendar to keep your skin and overall health on track.

The method in practice:

See our TRANSFORMATIONS

Your Skin, Your Story,

Our Expertise.

Tailored Treatments for Every Concern

Explore how we address signs of aging, skin health, and facial balance with a treatment plan designed exclusively for you.

Tailored Treatments for Every Stage of Life

See how we customize care for your 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond—with results that age as beautifully as you do.

Signature Treatments,

Uncompromising Results.

REAL RESET|Medical Weight Loss

A physician-guided medical weight loss program using GLP-1 + GIP therapies for sustainable results and improved metabolic health.

Facial Balancing

Strategic filler and wrinkle relaxer placement to restore harmony, proportion, and your natural facial structure.

BBL & Moxi Laser

The combined power of BBL Photofacial and Moxi Laser for clarity, texture, and lasting radiance.

Hydrafacial

Medical-grade cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration for an instantly brighter, healthier complexion.

It Starts With

a Conversation

Your journey begins with a comprehensive, one-on-one assessment. We study your facial anatomy, skin condition, and overall wellness to design a treatment plan that’s uniquely yours. Every recommendation is backed by science, guided by artistry, and built to age beautifully over time.

Meet the Team

Behind REAL

Dr. Maynard, MD

Laser Expert in Santa Rosa

Dr. Andrew Maynard, MD, is a board-certified physician anesthesiologist, Sciton® Laser Faculty Preceptor, and the Medical Director and Co-Founder of REAL Aesthetics + Wellness in Santa Rosa, California. Since entering aesthetic medicine in 2018, he has focused on advanced laser resurfacing, laser skin rejuvenation, cosmetic injectables, and physician-guided wellness care. Patients from Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, and the greater North Bay seek Dr. Maynard for thoughtful treatment planning, clinical precision, and results that look naturally refreshed.

Kelsey Maynard, PA-C

Founder & Facial Balancing Expert

Kelsey Maynard, PA-C, is a nationally recognized leader in facial balancing and cosmetic injectables. Founder of REAL Aesthetics + Wellness, she is best known for creating natural, harmonious results with Botox, fillers, and advanced facial balancing techniques. Patients travel from across the U.S. and abroad to experience her signature artistry.

Melinda Wong, NP-C

Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner & LASER EXPERT

Melinda Wong, NP-C, is a highly sought-after aesthetic nurse practitioner serving patients in Marin and Sonoma County. Known for her natural approach to Botox, advanced laser resurfacing, and skincare, she combines medical expertise with a personalized touch that keeps patients glowing and confident.

Sage Cleek, RN

Aesthetic Nurse & Natural Results Injector

Sage Cleek is a fully qualified aesthetics registered nurse. She is passionate about aesthetics and facial balancing in particular, as a path to confidence and self-expression.

Jennifer Burton, ME

Medical Esthetician

Jennifer Burton is a Medical Esthetician with more than 25 years of experience in skin health and wellness. Her approach is both scientific and soulful—grounded in education, empathy, and the belief that beautiful skin begins with understanding.

Bailey Anderson, PM

Practice Manager

Bailey brings a refined background in hospitality and sales to her role as a Medical Assistant at REAL Aesthetics + Wellness. Known for her intuitive attention to detail and warm, welcoming presence, she creates an experience that feels both elevated and deeply personal.

Victoria Trono, MA

Patient Care Coordinator

Victoria Trono is a Patient Care Coordinator with a background in psychology and a heart for patient care. With a foundation in both clinical precision and emotional insight, Victoria supports the REAL team with a gentle confidence that ensures every patient feels informed, empowered, and seen.

Kimmy Cleek, MA

Medical Assistant

Kimmy Cleek is a Certified Medical Assistant and Hydrafacialist known for her warm presence, clinical precision, and patient-centered care. With a passion for aesthetics rooted in both science and empathy, Kimmy supports REAL’s mission of delivering refined, regenerative treatments in a space that feels as nurturing as it is expert-led.

Danielle Picard, MA

Medical Assistant

Danielle Picard is a Medical Assistant at REAL Aesthetics + Wellness whose background in hospitality brings a natural ease, warmth, and attentiveness to every patient interaction. With a service-first mindset, she creates an experience that feels welcoming, seamless, and genuinely cared for from beginning to end.

Ari Hickling, MA

Medical Assistant

Arianna “Ari” Hickling is a Medical Assistant at REAL Aesthetics + Wellness known for her attention to detail, artistic eye, and naturally elevated approach to patient care. She brings a thoughtful, experience-driven presence to the clinic, where every interaction is designed to feel intentional, calm, and refined.

Ashleigh Barr, MA

Medical Assistant

Ashleigh brings a genuine care for people, a strong foundation in public health, and a thoughtful, team-oriented presence to REAL Aesthetics + Wellness. With a background shaped by healthcare education, leadership, and collegiate athletics, she is passionate about creating an experience where every patient feels welcomed, comfortable, and respected.

Erica Stanley, MA

Medical Aesthetician

Erica Stanley is a Medical Aesthetician at REAL Aesthetics + Wellness, bringing a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to skin health and facial care. A Certified Hydrafacialist, she is continuing to expand her esthetics education and refine her treatment knowledge to help patients build healthy, radiant skin from the foundation up.

Ashley Estrada, RN

Aesthetic Nurse

Ashley Estrada, RN, is an Aesthetic Nurse at REAL Aesthetics + Wellness who combines clinical knowledge with a warm, holistic approach to care. A bilingual nurse with a strong foundation in patient education, Ashley is committed to creating a welcoming experience where patients feel informed, understood, and confident in every decision.

Dr. Maynard, MD

Laser Expert in Santa Rosa

Summary

Advanced Laser Resurfacing in Santa Rosa

As a laser expert and Sciton® Laser Faculty Preceptor, Dr. Maynard brings an advanced level of training to laser treatments at REAL. He creates individualized plans for concerns such as sun damage, uneven tone, redness, visible vessels, fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring, enlarged pores, and uneven texture. Each recommendation is guided by a thorough assessment of the skin, a patient’s goals, and the appropriate balance of treatment intensity and recovery.

Dr. Maynard and the REAL team offer a comprehensive range of laser and energy-based treatments, including BBL HEROic™, MOXI®, HALO® TRIBRID™, ProFractional®, Contour TRL®, ClearV®, ClearSilk®, and Sofwave™. These technologies allow the practice to address skin concerns with a tailored approach, from light-based treatments for clarity and pigment to deeper resurfacing for texture, wrinkles, and visible signs of photoaging.

A Physician Who Educates Other Laser Providers

Dr. Maynard’s expertise extends beyond patient care. As an official Sciton® Faculty Preceptor and laser educator, he provides professional training for aesthetic providers in treatment planning, clinical judgment, technology selection, patient safety, recovery expectations, and follow-through. His faculty role reflects a sustained commitment to thoughtful, evidence-based laser care and the ongoing advancement of the field.

Medical Training & Aesthetic Expertise

Dr. Maynard holds a master’s degree in physiology and completed his anesthesiology residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He is board-certified in anesthesiology and has completed advanced aesthetic training with Sciton, Allergan Medical Institute, Revance, SkinPen, Sofwave, Aesthetic Medical Educators, and the Swiss Medical Institute. His medical background informs a safety-first, detail-oriented approach to every aesthetic and wellness treatment.

In addition to advanced laser resurfacing, Dr. Maynard provides aesthetic care across neuromodulators, facial balancing, biostimulatory injectables, and regenerative medicine. He also guides patients through REAL’s wellness offerings, including medical weight loss, hormone and peptide therapy, IV therapy, and long-term health optimization.

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Maynard believes exceptional aesthetic care begins with listening. His approach combines medical integrity, evidence-based treatment planning, and an artistic eye for results that enhance rather than alter. Whether a patient is considering their first laser treatment or pursuing a more comprehensive plan, he prioritizes clarity, safety, and care that supports long-term confidence in their skin and overall well-being.

Get REAL with Dr. Maynard

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Sage Cleek, RN

Aesthetic Nurse & Natural Results Injector

Summary

Sage Cleek, RN, is an Aesthetic Nurse at REAL Aesthetics + Wellness known for her refined, full-spectrum approach to aesthetic care. With a particular eye for natural-looking lip enhancement and thoughtful neuromodulator treatments, Sage helps patients feel refreshed, balanced, and confidently themselves. Her expertise also extends across laser treatments, medical-grade skincare, wellness care, and regenerative aesthetics, allowing her to create recommendations that support the skin, face, and whole person.

Career Journey

Sage’s path in aesthetics is grounded in both clinical experience and a genuine passion for helping people feel cared for. Her foundation as a Certified Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist, paired with her training and experience as a Registered Nurse, has shaped a detail-oriented, safety-first approach to patient care.

At REAL Aesthetics + Wellness, Sage brings together clinical precision, artistry, and a calming bedside manner across a broad range of treatments. From natural-looking lips and carefully tailored toxin treatments to laser-based skin rejuvenation, skincare planning, and wellness support, she approaches each visit with an understanding that the most beautiful results are personal, intentional, and never one-size-fits-all.

She is especially passionate about helping patients navigate the full aesthetic journey, whether they are beginning with a simple skincare routine, maintaining their results with toxin, addressing concerns through laser treatments, or building a more comprehensive plan over time.

Philosophy of Care

Sage believes aesthetic medicine should feel empowering, informed, and deeply individualized. She values results that are refined rather than overdone: lips that feel soft and beautifully balanced, toxin treatments that preserve natural expression, laser treatments selected for what the skin truly needs, and wellness support that complements long-term confidence from the inside out. For Sage, the goal is never to change someone’s appearance. It is to help them feel more like themselves.

On a Personal Note

Outside of REAL, Sage enjoys camping, dancing, traveling, and spending time with her many beloved pets. Her adventurous spirit, caring nature, and appreciation for connection carry into every patient interaction.

Education & Certifications

Registered Nurse, RN
Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Phlebotomist

Get REAL with Sage

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Victoria Trono, MA

Patient Care Coordinator

Summary

Career Journey

Victoria began her career in cosmetic surgery, where she assisted in both surgical procedures and advanced skincare treatments. Her role extended beyond the clinical—it included skin consultations, post-op care, and acting as a bridge between patient and provider. This experience laid the groundwork for her transition into aesthetic medicine, where her natural empathy and attention to detail shine.

At REAL, Victoria continues to build on that foundation, integrating her knowledge with a genuine desire to help people feel confident in their skin. Her CCMA certification and Associate of Arts in Psychology from Santa Rosa Junior College reflect her commitment to both the science and humanity of her work.

Philosophy

Victoria is drawn to the balance aesthetic medicine offers: clinical skill paired with meaningful transformation. She understands that every treatment is personal, and she brings both compassion and care to every interaction. Whether supporting a patient through their first visit or celebrating their results after a series of treatments, Victoria’s approach is warm, attentive, and grounded in trust.

Her favorite treatment? Moxi. She loves its ability to refresh skin and stimulate collagen while leaving patients glowing and confident—both now and in the future.

On a Personal Note

Born and raised in Santa Rosa, Victoria is deeply rooted in the community she serves. Outside of the clinic, she tends to her impressive collection of over 15 houseplants—many of them rare—and recharges through movement, time outdoors, and cooking. She thrives in collaborative environments and values how REAL fosters a culture of support, learning, and shared purpose.

Education

Victoria holds an Associate of Arts in Psychology from Santa Rosa Junior College and is a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through Cal Regional. Her continued pursuit of excellence reflects her belief that the best care is always evolving.

Get REAL with Victoria

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Jennifer Burton

Medical Esthetician

Summary

Career Journey

Jennifer’s professional path is a tapestry of skill, intuition, and reinvention. After seven years in the legal field, she followed a personal calling into aesthetics, opening a day spa with her sister-in-law that still thrives today. Her journey led her from holistic massage therapy to clinical aesthetics, working at Spa Nordstrom, then alongside industry leaders at Obagi and OrangeTwist. There, she helped develop training programs and launch medspas across the West Coast.

She eventually returned to Northern California, where her medical aesthetics career continued to evolve—from initiating CoolSculpting Elite and DiamondGlow services at Fountain Grove MedSpa to refining her craft at Allegro MedSpa in Novato. It was there she met Kelsey Maynard, PA-C, and a shared vision began to take shape. Today, Jennifer brings her seasoned hands and educator’s heart to REAL Aesthetic Medicine, where she is a core part of the collaborative team.

Philosophy

Jennifer’s approach to skincare is deeply personal. Having struggled with cystic acne and navigated her own journey through Accutane and medical-grade regimens, she now draws on that lived experience to guide others. Her consultations begin with listening—creating space for patients to feel seen, heard, and supported.

She blends clinical expertise with genuine care, helping patients understand the “why” behind every protocol. Her goal is not just to treat skin, but to educate and empower, creating results that are luminous, sustainable, and rooted in science. Her favorite treatment to perform is the Premium Hydrafacial—an ideal blend of tranquility, customization, and high-performance care.

On a Personal Note

Jennifer was raised in Southern California and now calls Sonoma County home. She finds joy in spending time with her daughters and grandbaby, and is a lover of storytelling, conversation, and dry humor. A devoted tea enthusiast, she collects English tea settings and dreams of visiting the Cotswolds, Scotland, and Ireland. Her core value—treat every person like a VIP—has been the throughline of her life and career.

Education

Jennifer earned her education through Orange Coast College, Rancho Santiago College, and Roseville Citrus Heights Beauty College. She is also trained in therapeutic massage from Calaveras College and continually pursues advanced continuing education to stay aligned with the latest innovations in skin health and aesthetics.

Get REAL with Jennifer

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Danielle Picard

Medical Assistant

Summary

Career Journey

Danielle’s foundation is rooted in hospitality, spanning the food industry and event production, where she cultivated a deep appreciation for thoughtful service and meaningful human connection. Her ability to anticipate needs and create memorable experiences translates effortlessly into the clinical setting.

Her path to REAL is uniquely personal. What began as a patient experience quickly became something more. She was drawn in by the level of care, consistency, and intention she experienced firsthand. Over time, that connection evolved into an opportunity to join the team. Today, she brings a perspective shaped by both guest and provider experience, with a clear understanding of what it means to feel truly seen and valued.

Philosophy

Danielle believes that the patient experience is shaped in the moments that often go unnoticed. The greeting, the tone, and the transitions between each step all matter. As a Medical Assistant, she serves as a steady bridge between patient and provider, ensuring each person feels comfortable, informed, and supported throughout their visit.

Her approach is grounded in patience, adaptability, and presence. She meets each patient where they are and creates space for trust to build naturally.

Her personal favorite treatment is baby tox with Daxxify. She appreciates its ability to deliver subtle, refined results that enhance without ever feeling overdone.

Education

Danielle’s expertise is shaped by her professional background in hospitality and event production, where she developed a strong foundation in client experience and communication. At REAL, she continues to expand her clinical knowledge while elevating the patient journey through thoughtful, detail-driven care

On a Personal Note

Outside of the clinic, Danielle enjoys spending sun-filled days by the river, unwinding with a good book, and hosting game nights with friends. She has a love for food, a playful spirit, and an enthusiasm for dancing, regardless of skill level.

Get REAL with Danielle

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beREAL MEMBERSHIPS

EXPLORE beREAL

Membership, Elevated.

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