You don’t need to travel far to get away.
Unwind from daily stresses and find restoration through our lush spa experience. Enter our serene space and be welcomed by our body and mindfulness experts, ready to help you find a state of lasting bliss through carefully crafted treatments. Whether you’re an old friend or a new guest, we’re proud to introduce you to the team that will make your visit memorable.
KATIE KISS
owner, massage therapist
Katie is a licensed massage therapist with over 14 years in the spa and wellness field. A graduate of Branford Hall Career Institute, Katie went on to work in a wellness center alongside Chiropractors and Physical therapists, as a chiropractic assistant and licensed massage therapist specializing in sports and deep tissue massage. She later went on to learn the spa industry where she then advanced her knowledge by advancing her knowledge in aesthetics, as well as other massage modalities like hot stone, therapeutic massage, and numerous body treatments. She is now dual licensed in aesthetics as well as massage therapy, and is passionate about wellness in all aspects of the word. She has also found passion in business ownership, as it allows her the ability to help a broader range of people than she would have ever been able to help by herself. Work aside, she loves spending time with her husband, daughter, family, close friends, and fur babies. She also enjoys traveling, reading, and loves and a good laugh with the ones she loves the most.
HEATHER PERRA
owner, massage therapist, esthetician
Heather is a dually trained licensed massage therapist and aesthetician with over 25 years of experience in the spa industry. A graduate of Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy, Heather found her passion was in spa and wellness so she decided to continue her education in skin care. She went on to become licensed in aesthetics through the International Institute of Cosmetology and graduated in 2008. Heather yields many talents, she is a highly trained waxing specialist for both men and women, she is trained in nail care, and she also practices many interesting and innovative types of massage therapies including Ashiatsu, Lastone, and Mona Lomi. Heather has expanded her love for helping those in need with her business where she finds joy mentoring others in the path of wellness and giving them a safe place to thrive in a job they love. She enjoys traveling with her husband, spending time with her children, and dining out with friends. You can also find her jamming out to Dave Matthews Band any chance she can get.
Come as you are, stay for a while.
Garet Bender
operations manager
Garet grew up in a family of cosmetologists. He worked in salons and spas in CT and MA for years when he was young. Before returning to the spa industry, he worked at a restaurant for about 10 years. That is where he met Katie Kiss and became one of her local bartender friends, until he was promoted to the General Manager position. He has now decided to return to his roots and is our man behind the curtain at Eliana. When he is not working, he enjoys being outdoors, drinking wine and talking to his plants.
Sara Pereira
licensed massage therapist + spa manager
Sara’s love for the Spa Industry started at the young age of seventeen, while training as a nail technician at The Nail Spa in Ellington, CT. During her ten years at the nail salon, she studied massage therapy and graduated from the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in 2003. Sara has worked in many different settings in the field since then, including working alongside a chiropractor, owning her own practice, teaching massage therapy for various programs in the state. Sara has continued education certificates in Hot Stone, Pre-natal Massage, Myofascial Release, and Cupping Therapy just to name a few. Her love of the spa setting has her coming to work with us at Del Soul Spa!
Lisa G.
master esthetician
Lisa has been working in the skin care industry for nearly a decade, during which time she has gained knowledge and experience in all aspects of the skin. Since graduating The International Institute of Cosmetology, she continues her education with post graduate courses and certifications. To ensure her clients are getting the latest in products and services, her on-going studies include certifications in Dermaplaning, Farm House Fresh Certified Therapist, The Eminence Organic Skin Care Master Class, Saian Technique and Treatment on Acne and Candidiasis, she is also trained as a HydroPeptide Skincare Specialist, Hydrafacialist and recently with Procell Therapies MicroChanneling procedures as well as waxing.
As a skin care therapist, educating her clients on their skin is one of the most important aspects of her career. Lisa believes that by providing her clients with the tools and knowledge she can help each individual to reach their skin care goals. In her downtime Lisa loves to spend time with her family, go to the beach, find a random antique shop to explore and she is always looking for that perfect cup of coffee.
Vanessa S.
licensed esthetician
Vanessa Segal has +25 years in this amazing industry. As a native of South Africa, her training and certifications are from South Africa and abroad, including a diploma from Cidesco in Switzerland, the world’s most prestigious spa and beauty certification authority for aesthetics and beauty therapy. After living in the US for 22 years, she is also CT licensed and specializes in all skin care, including microdermabrasion and peels, waxing, lash lift, eyebrow / lash tinting and eyebrow shaping, as well as relaxation treatments to stimulate lymph circulation and promote a wonderful feeling of relaxation.
Olivia G.
licensed esthetician
Olivia has been an esthetician for over 11 years. She has a wealth of knowledge about skincare with extensive training in facials, skin care, waxing and eyelash extensions. She is a Certified Borboleta Eyelash Extension Artist and is very passionate about what she does. Olivia is also a Licensed Massage Therapist in California and has many years relaxing the California spa crowd. Olivia is a California girl at heart, still getting used to the unpredictable weather here on the East Coast. She loves working with people and is a perfect addition to our team!
Liz L.
licensed esthetician
Liz has been an esthetician just shy of a decade and has always practiced in small family-owned businesses. She is passionate about her work and has known she wanted to be in the beauty industry since high school. Liz will go out of her way to make you feel comfortable in any setting and she’s been told by clients she has “magic hands”. Liz specializes in full body waxing, facials, brow maintenance, HydraFacials, and body treatments. You can find Liz performing her services to the best of her ability and to the level that she would want to receive any service. In her spare time you can find Liz playing with her dog, taking care of her plants and garden, and always trying to make her friends and family laugh.
Sarah G.
licensed esthetician
In her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, working out, traveling and hiking.
Rebecca C.
licensed massage therapist
Rebecca has been a hard-working massage therapist for 4 years. Versed in modalities such as Therapeutic, Deep tissue, Hot Stones, Ashiatsu, Bamboo and prenatal massage. She has a passion for customizing each session into a unique personalized experience to enhance ROM, flexibility, pain management and bring overall stress levels down. She strives to further her education in orthopedics and continues to dream big in hopes to one day open a retreat of her own.
Shea G.
licensed massage therapist
Shea graduated from Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy in 2015. Since graduating she has worked in chiropractic and spa settings. Shea enjoys creating a session specific to each client’s wants and needs. She likes to focus on alleviating pain while also creating a deeply relaxing state of being. Shea offers therapeutic, hot stone, deep tissue, prenatal and body treatments. Shea often utilizes gua sha and cupping in her sessions to achieve her clients therapeutic goals. She is excited to continue learning about the body and integrating new techniques into her massage therapy practice.
When not massaging, Shea can be found hiking with her dog or planning her next roadtrip!
Andrea A.
licensed massage therapist
Andrea has been a licensed massage therapist for almost 10 years. She graduated from the Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy in 2010 and has been regularly working as a therapist since then. Her specialty and focus is on therapeutic deep tissue for orthopedic impairments, chronic pain, and minor soft tissue ailments from everyday repetitious strain or from previous injury. Her work is specific and geared towards rehabilitation and pain management, but she can also work the whole body to induce the parasympathetic nervous system for a complete mind/body relaxation. She has worked in medical and spa settings and incorporates aspects of both in each of her sessions. She is currently continuing her education to become a physical therapist’s assistant, so the added education in health and exercise science makes her well suited to deal with certain soft tissue impairments and joint immobilizations.
Maia D.
licensed massage therapist
Maia is a 2017 graduate of Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy. She specializes in many modalities including Ashiatsu, Oncology, and Bamboo massage. Her goals as a therapist are to reduce the client’s pain and provide relaxation. Her clients often feel “an inch taller” after her sessions. Maia is certified in manual lymphatic drainage, and is currently working on receiving a health science degree to become a nurse practitioner. When she is not busy massaging or studying, you can find her painting abstract art or reading a good book.
Shante B.
licensed massage therapist
Shante is a licensed massage therapist who graduated from Cortiva in 2019. Trained in ashiatsu, hot and cold stone massage, prenatal, and more, She is always looking for ways to expand her growth as a massage therapist. Her goal is to create balance for each client in a way that addresses their concerns and leaves them feeling cared for, understood, and overall, relaxed. She enjoys finding new techniques to help heal the body with each customized massage. When she is not massaging, she is studying histology, finding new outdoor adventures, or finding new small businesses to support. She looks forward to having the opportunity to be involved with your relaxation, and wellness journey!
Kim C.
licensed massage therapist
Kim Collins specializes in deep tissue massage with pain management and rehabilitation in mind. She loves tracking clients progress and working towards their goals. Outside of the spa, Kim enjoys fishing, hiking and gardening.
Katherine M.
licensed massage therapist
Katherine Maselli provides a variety of therapies tailored to your specific needs. Her training as a yoga teacher and athlete allows her to offer a unique experience tailored to each client’s personal health and wellness goals. She enjoys running, hiking, and lovers her two cats.
Andrea G.
licensed massage therapist
Madison B.
licensed massage therapist
Madison graduated from Bancroft School of Massage Therapy in 2017. Raised by a family of healers, her journey into massage therapy was natural. With a heritage steeped in holistic practices, she brings a deep understanding of the body’s interconnectedness to her work. Specializing in a variety of modalities including Swedish, Deep tissue, Hot stone, Thai, Reiki, and more, Madison crafts sessions tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Her intuitive touch creates a safe and healing space for clients to relax, rejuvenate, and restore balance to their lives-one massage at a time. Outside of her practice, Madison finds joy in yoga, reading, gardening, and spending quality time with her family & pets!