About Us

Lauren Suttell is the founder of LJ Aesthetics Medicine. She is a board certified Advanced Registered Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, she received both her bachelors in science of nursing (BSN) as well as her Master of science in nursing (MSN) at the University of South Florida. With 12 years of experience as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, she has learned the value in taking the time to accurately assess and educate patients to provide the most individualized experience possible. Her true passion has always been her love for aesthetic medicine and focuses on enhancing a patient’s natural beauty. She devotes her time to listening to each patient’s aesthetic goals and performing comprehensive facial analysis in order to provide the most beautifully natural results. She maintains safe medicine practices and successful injection techniques while continuing to advance her knowledge through participation in medical associations and aesthetic education conferences.

When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, their son, and their two labrador retrievers, Jackson and Sophie. They love boating, traveling, and spending time with their friends.

Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Erin is a true local!

After completing her degree in Respiratory Therapy in college she has spent the last 7 years in a variety of medical environments within St. Pete.

Erin’s passion for helping others is what drove her to the medical field and her empathy and compassion for others is unmatched. She excels in patient care with a passion for building strong relationships and has a keen eye for understanding her patients needs.

In Erin’s spare time she enjoys reading (come give her all your book recommendations), weekend markets, the beach and spending time with her husband, their dog Cooper and their friends and families.

Erin believes in living a healthy and fulfilled lifestyle. She is truly passionate about LJ and the positive impact it can have on people’s lives. She is honored to be apart of the LJ team both as a patient coordinator specialist and assistant practice manager. She is excited to contribute to our mission of helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals and boost their confidence.

Together, we can embark on a journey towards beauty, wellness, and self care that leaves you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and empowered.

Julianna is a Licensed Medical Esthetician and Certified Laser Technician. She is originally from Sarasota, Florida and attended the Beauty and Health Institute in Tampa.

She has a deep passion for skincare and providing the very best in aesthetic treatments according to a patient’s individual needs.

She is always advancing her knowledge in order to better educate her patients on the newest trends in aesthetic procedures and ways to promote overall skin health making them feel not only beautiful but also confident in their own skin.

In her free time, Julianna loves exploring local art galleries and enjoying the beach with her favorite book in hand. She is a proud cat mom to Moomie who brings so much joy to her life.

Natasha is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner.

She is fluent in English, Spanish & Portuguese. Natasha graduated from The University of Tampa with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and South University with her Masters of Science in Nursing. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Natasha worked at Tampa General Hospital, a level 1 trauma center, for 10 years in Intensive Care and Post Anesthesia Care. Natasha has 9 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner and has specialized in functional medicine, bioidentical hormone replaement therapy, medical weight loss, aesthetic medicine and plastic surgery. She was initially certified in neurotoxins and hyaluronic acid fillers in 2016 and has since grown her provider treatment menu over the years. Her favorite treatment to provide is Sculptra. In her spare time, she loves traveling, boating, cooking, spending time with her family/friends and is an avid lover of books. She is also a member of The Junior League of St. Petersburg where she dedicates countless hours to volunteering to benefit women and children in our community.

Dr. Connie Leal is a cosmetic dentist and aesthetic injector who blends her expertise and creativity to enhance her patients’ lives with natural-looking results. With a doctor of dental surgery degree from the University of Buffalo Dental school, she has mastered facial anatomy and aesthetic technique. Originally from Mexico City, Dr. Connie leans into her multicultural background to perfect her ability to achieve the most natural results across multiple patient ethnicities. As a bilingual provider, Dr. Connie brings seamless care to all of her patients. When she isn’t caring for patients, she finds joy into spending time with her husband and young daughter, Nora, and indulges in her passion for food, dining across Tampa Bay and experimenting in their family kitchen.

Alexa Gomez is a Nurse Practitioner at LJ Aesthetics, where she merges her healthcare expertise with her passion for aesthetic medicine to deliver natural, personalized results. Board-certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center, Alexa earned her Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) degree from the University of South Florida in May 2024. With over seven years of experience in pediatric and adult hematology, oncology, and bone marrow transplant, she’s developed a strong foundation in patient care, emphasizing active listening, rapport-building, and crafting customized treatment plans.

Originally from Philadelphia, Alexa moved to St. Petersburg, Florida, in 2019 and is proud to call it home. She’s always been drawn to aesthetic medicine, where she can combine her creative side with her medical expertise to enhance her patients' natural beauty. Alexa is dedicated to providing safe, effective treatments and has participated in numerous safety committees throughout her career to ensure the highest standards of care. Her approach is rooted in patient education, helping individuals feel empowered and informed about their treatment options.

When she’s not working, Alexa enjoys exploring new coffee shops, taking walks, and watching the sunrise. She loves spending time outdoors with her husband, Blake, and they enjoy trying new restaurants and exploring everything Florida has to offer.