At Between the Bridges Healing Center in Mankato, Minnesota, our staff look forward to serving your holistic health care needs. Please take a moment to learn more about the talented and compassionate people who will be caring for you.
Jodi Kunkel, ND (Naturopathic Doctor)
Dr. Kunkel was born and raised in Mankato. She is Mankato’s first and only registered Naturopathic Doctor. Her approach to patient care involves harnessing the healing power of nature to address the root cause of disease, instead of just covering up symptoms.
Dr. Kunkel treats a wide range of conditions, and truly individualizes treatment plans based on the patient’s needs. She has a passion for botanical medicine which can be custom formulated for each patient. She also encourages her patients to create room in their lives for positive lifestyle changes, as many chronic diseases are a direct result of lifestyle habits (poor nutrition, medication overuse, stress, inadequate sleep, exposure to environmental toxins, and a sedentary lifestyle).
Dr. Jodi Kunkel is Mankato’s first and only registered naturopathic doctor (NP). Born and raised in Mankato, Dr. Kunkel firmly believes that high-quality patient care revolves around utilizing natural remedies to address the root causes of a disease, rather than just treating each symptom alone.
Dr. Kunkel is proud to treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. Having a passion for the fluidity of botanical medicine, Dr. Kunkel ensures each of her patients gets the individualized attention they deserve with customized treatment plans. These treatment plans are aimed to treat a patient’s condition in its entirety, rather than covering up some of their symptoms. She also encourages each of her patients to be open to long-term positive lifestyle changes that can improve their health beyond a regimented medication plan.
Education
- Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona
- MA in Exercise Science from Minnesota State University in Mankato, Minnesota
- BS in Kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in Wisconsin
Treatment Modalities
- Botanical Medicine
- Environmental Detoxification
- Homeopathy
- Homeoprophylaxis
- Hydrotherapy
- Nutrition Counseling
- Physical Medicine
- Targeted Nutrient Therapy
Areas of Interest
- Acute Illnesses/Infections
- Allergies
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Diabetes
- Gastrointestinal Complaints
- Hormonal Imbalances
- Obesity
- Skin Conditions
Sawyer Broberg - Licensed Esthetician
Sawyer Broberg is a Licensed Esthetician who graduated from Aveda Institute in 2021. She currently provides a variety of services, including custom facials, waxing, and eyebrow & eyelash services. Known for her gentle touch and inviting atmosphere, she will work with each client to create a customized treatment plan.
Sawyer is currently expanding her knowledge and scope of practice as a Certified Medical Assistant and will soon be offering advanced aesthetic services for deeper and more targeted treatments. No matter the service her goal is to have every client leave feeling glowing and confident!