About Us

Learn about our mission of healing and transformation

In a world where the subtle nuances of our daily habits go unnoticed, we recognize the profound impact that seemingly small choices can have on our well-being.

Our Story

est. 2013

At BEING, we've undergone our own journey of self-awareness and perspective shift. 

Originally founded in 2013 as a community acupuncture clinic with the goal of promoting health in our neighborhood, we soon realized that a more profound impact was possible. Today, we stand as Milwaukee's guides for those ready to deepen their wellness journey, infusing it with mindfulness and fresh perspectives that can transform lives. 

Join us on this path to greater self-awareness and well-being through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), modern acupuncture, massage therapy, reiki, and more.

About Our Mission

We encourage you to reflect on the everyday things we engage with. What if we approach them with greater awareness?
Would that change the way we experience life's simple pleasures, like savoring ice cream without being driven solely by a craving for sweetness? Could we deepen our connections with friends without the nagging fear of solitude? These questions can lead us on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

At BEING, we stand as guides for those ready to deepen their wellness journey, infusing it with mindfulness and fresh perspectives that can transform lives.

Meet Our Team

Anne Putra, Founder & L.Ac.

Anne is a licensed Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist with over 15 years of experience. She holds a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s in Nutrition from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine.

Committed to ongoing learning, she specializes in the Dr. Tan Balance Method and is certified in dry needling, motor point acupuncture, and neurofunctional acupuncture. She also has advanced training in fertility issues, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune conditions.

A lifelong learner with a love for mythology and the outdoors, she also enjoys her most rewarding role—being a mom to her child, Seymour.
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Johanna Paulus, LMT

Johanna is a licensed massage therapist and Reiki Practitioner with over nine years of experience in pain management and stress relief. She personalizes each session to meet her clients’ unique needs, blending techniques like Swedish massage, sports massage, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy.

A graduate of the Cortiva Institute–Chicago School of Massage Therapy, Johanna also holds a Bachelor’s in Sociology and Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Passionate about holistic wellness, she is dedicated to helping clients feel their best—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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BEING Acupuncture & Wellness Front Door in Riverwest, Milwaukee
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