The Spa Team

Meet Our Team of Professionals

Josei Harris, LMT, CLT

Greeting from Josei Harris a globally trained licensed esthetician, massage & lymphedema therapist, wellness educator, and founder of Black Bella Spa & Wellness Centers. Her extensive studies of lymphedema care, including complete decongestive therapy, lymphatic drainage, and post-surgery care, making her a go-to resource for clients looking to heal, rejuvenate, and thrive. Josei's team provides a specially curated holistic health and beauty experiences for each guest. In addition to her therapeutic practice, she runs a training and development program for like-minded wellness entrepreneurs.

Black Bella is thriving cooperative of wellness professionals with locations in Maryland and Washington, D.C., and an international team in the Philippines and the Dominican Republic. Black Bella was built to restore balance, create opportunity, and bring culturally competent wellness care directly to the people who need it most, our communities.

Welcome to your new Wellness Sanctuary.

Black Bella Spa & Academy Founder

Jonae Thompson, RMP, MLD

Lead Practitioner

Massage Therapist

With a delicate blend of expertise and intuition, Jonae crafts an oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation for every client fortunate enough to experience her artistry.

As a licensed massage therapist, Jonae's mastery extends beyond the ordinary, with a specialization in Vodder Lymphatic Drainage—a technique that she seamlessly weaves into her sessions, and Post Surgery Care promoting holistic healing and profound restoration. Her hands dance with a rhythm uniquely her own, soothing muscles and nurturing spirits with each fluid stroke.

A cornerstone of the Black Bella Spa team, Jonae's dedication is as unwavering as her skill. For years, she has been a heartbeat of our sanctuary, infusing every moment with grace and excellence. With Jonae, every visit becomes a journey—a voyage into tranquility,

Kevin Starnes, LMT

Massage Therapist

Meet our Massage Guru with a passion for peace & balance in the body. He graduated from our partner massage school Cortiva.

He has an affinity for trigger point, accupressure and myofascial manipulation. He includes these modalities as well as stretching, deep tissue, wringing and reflexology to customize and best aid each client's relaxation and self healing.

Kevin's belief that "we are all connected and massage helps healing" deepens his honor & obligation to each client.

Cay Harris

Practitioner

With nearly a decade of experience as a licensed cosmetologist, I bring a deep commitment to excellence and service to my new role at Black Bella Spa & Wellness. I believe that how you do one thing is how you do everything, which is why I approach every client interaction with intentionality and care.

I am passionate about continual learning and growth, and joining the Black Bella family has provided me with an incomparable community that truly inspires. I’m thrilled to help clients look and feel their best in this supportive and empowering spa

Kwin Santonil

Marketing Specialist

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Li Lactuan

CSR Admin

Iryn Duarong

CSR Admin

Asia Carpenter

Asia is a native Washingtonian & licensed esthetician with a passion for holistic wellness. She studied detoxification and aroma therapy at Tulsi Holistic Living in Georgetown, is a Dermalogica Certified Skin Therapist, organic skin care crafter and also a traveling henna artist. She has worked as a member of a Met Gala glam squad, has participated in countless festivals & pop up shops and recently expanded to offering her gifts at wellness retreats. She is a member of the Sacred Beauty Team on the Eat Yourself Journey where she teaches classes on plant based self care and herbal baths. She is a die hard plant based foodie and loves to hike in her free time.

Skincare

Gaspara Cole

is a Licensed Esthetician & Certified Body Contour Technician specializing in holistic healing and touch therapy. Being a product curator, she is passionate about all things skin and body. Her clients not only see remarkable improvements in their skin but also experience a deeper sense of well-being and balance. Gaspara’s journey began with a deep passion for natural remedies and a belief in the body’s ability to heal itself. This philosophy led her to pursue extensive training in holistic healing practices, including herbal medicine, aromatherapy, and energy work. She seamlessly integrates these elements into her esthetic services, creating customized treatments that address not just the skin but the whole person.