our people

Christie

Lead Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Licensed Ayurvedic Esthetician and Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor

Christie is a licensed Massage Therapist, Esthetician and Ayurvedic Health Counselor. For nearly thirty years she also worked as a Surgical Technician at Madison area hospitals. During the pandemic she crafted a plan to bring not only massage therapy back into her life, but to also pursue a new addition to her repertoire with Ayurvedic healing.

For many years she searched for alternative paths to a better and more complete way to heal her body, mind and soul. Ayurveda was put in front of her and so was Kosa Spa. The road led to combining all of her skills into one beautiful line of work. The atmosphere at Kosa brought balance back from her depleted self. She is eager to bring balance and healing to others.

As a Massage Therapist with a background in Integrative Medicine she is passionate about combining different modalities for each person in her care. As an Esthetician, Ayurvedic skincare and the beautiful glow it gives is what makes her light up.

Other things that make her light up are her husband, four children, their partners, and her dog Beau. If she is not cooking or traveling you will find her mixing Ayuredic herbs for her entire family (Beau included), and tending to the abundant flowers and herbs she grows.

Dawn

Licensed Massage Therapist

Dawn graduated from TIBIA massage school in 2011, where she learned a variety of modalities. Her massages typically combine a combination of Swedish and therapeutic massage, as well as MFR (myofascial release), reflexology, and hot stone massage. Dawn is excited to learn more about the ancient healing modalities of Ayurveda.

In her free time, Dawn enjoys writing, going for walks, swimming, being in nature, and spending time with family and friends.

Hannah

Licensed Massage Therapist

Hannah is a licensed massage therapist (LMT), personal trainer, health coach and yoga teacher.

Growing up in the Driftless area of Wisconsin, she developed a deep connection with the land, plants and animals. An adventurer at heart, she left Wisconsin at 18 to study massage and travel the western United States. Always seeking a challenge, she skied, surfed, climbed and fought fires around the Rockies and coastal California. Helping balance her sense of adventure she trained in yoga and Ayurveda with many different teachers along the way.

Now settled in the hills of Wisconsin once again, she enjoys life with her husband, daughter and dog, growing flowers and making things from them, and continuing to work in the fields of health and wellness. She approaches all of her clients with reverence, joy, and compassion.

Hannah feels grateful to be a part of the sacred offerings and the nourishing environment at KOSA. The unique healing qualities of the beautiful space, and the lovely people within, align in profound care for body, soul, and universe.

Hannah graduated from the Utah College of Massage Therapy in 1999, studied Humanities and Communication at the College of the Redwoods, and Health and Wellness Management at UW-Stevens Point.

Imani

Guest Host Manager

As a Guest Host Manager, Imani's intention is to facilitate your relaxing experience. Seeing you cater to your selfcare needs is what promotes her excitement to work with people. With a passion for cultivating sacred spaces and prioritizing overall wellbeing, she will assist you in making sure you have a relaxing and rejuvenating experience at Kosa.

In her free time, she enjoys hiking, songwriting and cooking. She is originally from Brooklyn, New York, and still enjoys traveling and relaxing in new spaces. The now Wisconsinite takes advantage of the scenic views and artistic community in Madison Wisconsin.

Addie

Licensed Ayurvedic Esthetician, Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Usui Reiki Practitioner

Addie is a Licensed Esthetician, Ayurvedic Bodyworker & Usui Reiki I Practitioner. She is passionate about helping her guests attain inner harmony and peace through the therapeutic benefits of the services she delivers. She achieves this by using an intentional approach of integrating both modern knowledge and the ancient practices of Ayurveda. She understands that everyone is unique, in turn having a unique state of balance. Addie customizes her services to best suit her clients' needs. Empathy, understanding, and autonomy are her guiding principles.

Addie went on a soul-searching journey in finding which field of work she wanted to envelope. Through trial and error, she has landed in the world of wellness and Ayurveda. She is immensely grateful that Kosa Spa welcomed her when she became clear on her dharma/purpose. She is inspired by her team and guests each day, with hopes to equally inspire. She finds great joy in being a part of the Kosa community & looks forward to the continuous expansion that this field brings.

Addie graduated from the Ayurveda Esthetics program at AVEDA, Institute of Beauty and Wellness, Milwaukee. She also has received her Usui Reiki I certification. She aspires to dive further into her education to be a vessel that her clients can rely on. In her free time, she enjoys dance, outdoor activities, and cooking!

Marissa

Licensed Esthetician & Guest Host Manager

Marissa is a licensed esthetician and nail technician with more than twenty years of experience in day spas. As a Guest Host she understands the importance of making clients feel welcome and comfortable during their wellness journey. Her calm and peaceful presence sets the tone at KOSA and is appreciated by guests and colleagues alike.

Peg

Esthetics Lead, Licensed Esthetician

Peg is a licensed Esthetician with a personal connection to her work. Years ago, she experienced a pivotal moment and was diagnosed with cancer. Yoga provided balance and inner peace for healing. She felt called to teach and to share the multitude of physical and emotional benefits of yoga, the sister science of Ayurveda.

Peg's journey deepens with a passion for working with individuals and helping them release stress, feel relaxed and centered in a sanctuary setting. She is honored to be a part of a lovely team of professionals at KOSA, whose mission is the holistic well-being of an individual, the community, and our planet through the many modalities of services it offers. The ancient philosophies of yoga and ayurveda unite for a common purpose and provide a template to live a healthier, balanced, and more purposeful life.

Previously, Peg was an elementary education teacher for 17 years in Arizona and Wisconsin. She currently lives in Middleton with her husband and yellow lab and has three grown children.

Shane

Spa Guest Host

Shane has a passion and a gift for organization and efficiency. As a Guest Host she strives to make guests feel welcome and make their visit enjoyable. She is honored to work at such a wonderful spa and appreciates the commitment to the environment and eco friendliness.

Shane lives in Madison with her family and dog.

Tanya

Ayurveda Lead, Licensed Ayurvedic Esthetician and Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Kosa Kitchen Chef

Tanya is a Licensed Esthetician and Ayurvedic Health Counselor with a true passion for her craft. As an experienced Holistic Health Coach, helping to bring clients to a more integrated state of wellness, she found Ayurveda to be a natural extension of her practice. In particular, Ayurveda's premise of healing the whole person and getting to the root cause of an issue, rather than just treating the symptoms, aligned with her philosophy. She felt that this practice was accessible and natural because it relies on subtle changes to make a long lasting positive effect on overall well-being.

Tanya feels humbled to be a part of such an amazing team of skilled therapists at KOSA. Bringing her intuitive nature and inherent abilities, she is eager to help KOSA's guests achieve their desired state of wholeness - mind, body and spirit.

Tanya graduated from the Ayurveda Esthetics program at the Aveda Institute in Madison and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Psychology from UW-Madison. She is the mother of three children and a caretaker at heart.