Karen is a true California girl. She grew up in the Bay Area and moved to San Diego in 1992. She met her husband shortly after and the rest, as they say, is history. Her and Stephen have a son, Zenden, and an adorable dog, Loki.

After attending San Diego State University, Karen worked as a computer programmer until completely switching gears in 1999. She went to school to become an esthetician and shortly after, studied massage at IPSB where she received her massage license.

Her career as an esthetician and massage therapist started out in 2000 working in various spa environments and doing house calls.  She also worked closely with an acupuncturist for six years and did chair massage at the Charger games.  During that time she was able to build her own clientele and since 2008 was able to sustain her solo business on her own in her private studio in North Park.

After working on her own for several years, Karen started the process of expanding her business in 2016 and was able to open her doors in her new spa in Mission Hills in September 2018.

Karen and her family love to play board games and go camping. They also attend Comic-Con every summer.

Miriam studied at Marinello Beauty Schools and was recruited as a student to work at the Kin Spa at the Hyatt to start her career as an esthetician.

Miriam loves being able to respond to her client’s needs and helping them reconnect while helping them with their skincare needs.

When not working, Miriam enjoys spending time with family, reading and writing poetry, and taking her maltipoo, Perita, for walks.

Originally from the Bay Area, Carly brings a thoughtful and well-rounded approach to wellness. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from San Diego State University and went on to earn her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science.

Carly is passionate about supporting long-term healing and recovery. Rather than focusing on surface-level symptoms, she takes the time to identify and treat the root cause of discomfort. Her treatments are grounded in both traditional Chinese medicine and a deep understanding of body mechanics and movement.

Outside of work, Carly enjoys trying new recipes in the kitchen and spending time outdoors whenever she can. Whether hiking, exploring the coast, or simply soaking up some sun, she finds balance in nature and nourishment in creativity.

Annette is originally from British Columbia and has spend over 20 years working at spas and with private clients through her practice as a massage therapist. She studied at IPSB in San Diego and truly loves connecting with people and helping them on their wellness journey.

When she’s not at work, Annette prefers to be active and loves trail running, hiking, working out, and gardening.

Jenny is originally from Unalaska, Alaska and studied at the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy before heading to San Diego. When she’s not working, Jenny likes spending time outdoors and enjoys hiking and hitting up the local beaches. Through massage therapy, Jenny loves to help clients find relief and relaxation.

Michael is originally from the Seattle area. He has been a professional Massage Therapist since 2004. He specializes in helping clients overcome discomfort and pain, or to just relax the tensions of life, with therapeutic massage. When he’s not working, he enjoys hiking, snorkeling, or just relaxing.

Jess believes in the power of massage as part of a holistic self-care routine. For her, the most rewarding part of her work is watching clients find balance and confidence as their health and well-being improve. She values being part of that journey and helping people feel more grounded in both body and mind.

When she is not working with clients, Jess is usually out exploring. Traveling in her van with her pup is one of her favorite ways to discover new places, whether it’s a small town or a national forest. She also enjoys gardening, foraging, underwater photography, and crafting. Dawn patrol surf sessions, local farmers’ markets, and the occasional bingo night bring her plenty of joy when not at Firefly.

Sarah trained at Bellus Academy, where she studied both massage therapy and esthetics. She loves being able to combine relaxation with results, creating experiences that leave clients feeling renewed in their bodies and confident in their skin. For her, that transformation is the best part of the work.

Although she once dreamed of becoming a hairstylist, Sarah discovered her true passion in massage and esthetics while in school. The path felt natural, and she has been dedicated to helping people feel comfortable and radiant ever since.

Outside of Firefly, Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors. Hiking, camping, and sharing good food under the trees are some of her favorite ways to recharge. She also loves exploring San Diego’s food scene and discovering new restaurants with friends.

When she’s not working Kristi loves spending time with her little boys. She loves breaking a sweat, weight lifting, running and yoga. Her favorite way to unwind is to grabb wine with girlfriends, and getting out and about with her family.