The Spa

- Manager +  Licensed Esthetician + Body Contouring Technician - 

I am a licensed esthetician of almost 10 years.  I chose to get licensed because I wanted to have the best training available to me.  Even after receiving my certification at The Aveda Institute, I stayed on to continue my education with the Aveda advanced academy.  I was lucky enough to have a world renowned instructor/mentor during my time there. My instructor trained with the legendary founder of Aveda himself and was able to pass on her incredible skill and knowledge to give me the best possible start to my career. 

I’ve wanted to leave this industry many times over the years because of the kind of people it attracts. After a few stumbles, and a few complete wipe outs, I am so glad I kept going. I am now trying to break the standards of what makes many folk think twice about trying a new spa or esthetician. Embody is a safe space for all. I offer luxury spa and body contouring treatments in a private studio in the heart of Sidney. I have been running Embody for almost 2 years now and I am so very proud of both my personal and professional growth over this time! I used to find myself trying to fit into the standard of what an esthetician should look like, act like etc. When I realized I have the power to change this; my life truly began. 

I am a self-proclaimed nerd and cat lady, and proud of it! When I’m not at work you can usually find me at home, in my glow-in-the-dark onesie with my two cats and husband.  I grew up in Sidney and most of my family still lives here.  I am an avid video gamer and a true introvert at heart.  I love painting, reading, photography and naps.  Depending on the day, my music taste varies from Taylor Swift to Tupac.  I love a good murder/mystery documentary and my husband and I are known to spend whole weekends binging series without leaving the house. 

Let’s change the standards of beauty! Letting your authentic self take the reins might just change your life. 

“If you can’t love yourself, how in the hell are you going to love somebody else?” -Rupaul Charles

-Owner and Body Contouring Specialist-

I grew up in Calgary but after visiting BC in 2008, it was love at first sight and I moved to the island shortly after.  My family originates from Newfoundland and I think being near the water is in my blood.  After bouncing around the peninsula (and loving all of it), I decided Sidney was the place I could put down roots and start a family

After losing 45 pounds in 2018, I was really struggling to lose in certain areas even with diet and exercise.  On a trip home to see my family I started exploring some treatment options in Calgary.  After a lot of research, I came across the world of Body Contouring.  I was having trouble finding a professional here to help me so I decided to pursue a career in Body Contouring.  I'm passionate about it.  It is a new and fast paced industry and I'm so excited to bring these services to Sidney. I travelled to Calgary for training in Body Contouring at The Eternal Beauty Institute. The Skinny first opened doors in February 2022. Two months after giving birth to my second son.  While going to school and opening this business I had the joy of becoming pregnant and am now expecting number 3 in May 2023.

Prior to this I opened and operated Buds Cannabis.  These days I take on more of admin role there.  My previous work history was in Healthcare specializing in dementia, long term care, and special needs.  Caring for and connecting with people is important to me which is why this industry is such a great fit for me! If I can help put a smile on someone’s face, my day is complete! 

“The most beautiful curve on your body is a smile.” -Bob Marley