Meet Our Holistic Practitioners
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“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” – Mahatma Gandhi
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At Kalola Spa, we pride ourselves in providing the highest level of amenities, equipment, and surroundings.
Our greatest strength is in our people and their commitment to fulfilling our promise to our clients of providing the ultimate spa experience with every visit.
All the personal care professionals at Kalola are carefully chosen to ensure their skills are at the highest levels of their particular service specialty. Even more important is that they all embrace the vision, culture, and mission of Kalola to meet our clients’ needs on every level. To ensure we deliver on our promise, we provide our team with regular, in-house learning sessions so they can further update their skills and keep pace with the latest trends and advancements in our industry to keep the Kalola Spa on the leading edge of the spa experience.
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Diana Meyer
Holistic Therapist – Reflexologist – Master Blender Aromatherapist
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Leslie Niermann
Holistic Practitioner – Yoga Instructor
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Jim Richardson
Pain Managment Counselor – Tai Chi & Qigong Teacher – NLP Master Practitioner & Certified Ericksonian Hypnotherapist
Jim is a pain management counselor, Tai Chi and Qigong teacher, and athletic performance coach. A student of East/West psychophysical practices for over 35 years, he has a Master’s degree in Somatic Education from the University of Toronto. He is an NLP Master Practitioner and Certified Ericksonian Hypnotherapist and trained further in Western somatic therapy systems, particularly TragerWork, the Robert Master’s Method and meridian energy healing. Using these powerful mind/body methods, Jim has helped many people dissolve chronic and acute physical disorder issues, perform at their best, and embrace a healthier lifestyle.
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Vanessa Estima Codo
Holistic Practitioner – Medical Esthetician
We would like to welcome our newest members to our Kalola Team. Vanessa is a Brazilian trained esthetician and physiotherapist who graduated with honors. With 21 years of experience, she is not only an amazing therapist; she is an empathic and intuitive educator. Vanessa is passionate about the body and all things healing. Her strength is her ability to listen to her clients and provide the best treatment they need to have a successful outcome.
Vanessa is extensively trained in physiotherapy, esthetics, reflexology, lymphatic drainage, medical esthetics.
When not at work, you will find Vanessa getting to know her new community with her husband and daughter.
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Wendy Joyce
Medical Esthetician – Professional Makeup Artist – Master Stylist – Reiki Master
Wendy is a beautiful soul of passion and purpose. She is devoted to reaching a level of mastery in all of her rituals and treatments. A career esthetician and reiki master, Wendy was drawn to Kalola’s rare combination of cutting-edge methods and uncompromising guest service in a resort atmosphere. It’s exciting for Wendy to be part of her guest’s memories. Wendy is a grounding energy who assures her guest they are in the most capable and caring of hands. Trained in medical esthetics Wendy knows aging is inevitable and endeavors to ease its issues by embracing her guest’s beauty within and helping them shine. In The culture of continual growth and development at Kalola Wendy developed a muscle toning massage that uses Kalola Botanical blends, her signature technique, and yields visible results. Wendy loves what she does and embraces Kalola’s movement towards being a holistic wellness center with customized wellness opportunities. Come and visit Wendy, she’ll earn a special spot in your stay.
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Alison Dyson
Certified Esthetician – Professional Makeup Artist
Alison personifies passion for the people she touches and strives to make your Kalola experience a great escape that is drenched in positivity and serenity. A spa mainstay Alison is proud of Kalola’s uncompromising mission towards cutting edge therapies. She absorbs any learning she is able and shares her authentic intention and relevant knowledge as a highly skilled trainer. It’s Alison’s philosophy that every guest deserves extra effort, comfort, and solace the Kalola Spa rituals bestow them. No matter what the treatment, Alison listens to and learns from each guest and enjoys several long-term clients as well as very happy blue mountain guests.
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Kim McFadden
Certified Esthetician – Professional Makeup Artist
Kim joined our team in 2009 after graduating with honors from the Barrie college of Hair and Esthetics. Kim loves all things esthetics she loves massage. She specializes in Relaxation Swedish Massage, Hotstone Massage, Reiki, Waxing, Facials, Body Treatments. When not at work, you will likely find Kim chilling with her grandchildren or her Boxer Otto.
Kim strives to find the best products to ensure your spa experience is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. She is excited to welcome her existing clients to Kalola Spa and looks forward to meeting many more! Book with Kim today!
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Alison Maclean
Certified Esthetician
Alison MacLean is a breath of fresh air that enjoys working at Kalola because they are wellness, guest service and learning driven. She strives to give her guest a wonderful experience while incorporating a little fun along the way. To Alison laughter is an instant vacation. She is aware that people seek Kalola for many reasons, some happy some more delicate. Alison believes she can connect with you having a little fun along the way. From the first smile to her fond farewell Alison strives to make her guest feel so good, they can escape from their everyday rat race. By putting herself in her guest’s shoes, she quickly connects and delivers spa treatments that are an instant escape. Alison’s favorite Kalola Spa rituals are facials and body treatments. Incorporating Kalola Botanicals product and extra hot towels each time she wants to make you feel like you are melting into the bed. Meet Alison. She genuinely wants to Wow you.
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Amanda Petten
Certified Esthetician – Professional Makeup Artist – Professional Lash Technician
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Giselle Marchant
Medical Esthetician – Teacher
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Orasa Mitchell
Holistic Practitioner – Medical Esthetician
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Dr. Norman Goldberg
Currently on staff at the William Osler Health Centre, Brampton, in family practice and obstetrics, Dr. Goldberg has been a family physician for the past 30 years. In 2002 he developed a keen interest in medical esthetics and began extensive training in this diverse field, including laser technology, peels, Botox, various fillers, and laser hair removal. He has successfully achieved a standard of care in this field as recognized by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, through the voluntary audit. Goldberg Medical Esthetics has esthetic practices in Brampton, Georgetown, Woodbridge, and Collingwood.
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Janice Shouldice N.D.
Janice was voted the top Naturopath by the Era Banner in the York region for 4 Years. She is also a member of the Board of Drugless Therapy Naturopathy and was appointed to serve on the Complaints Resolution Committee for 3 years.
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