Autumn graduated from SWINA’s Natural Aesthetics program in November of 2015. She has been with SWINA for 6 years now, and is passionate about makeup!

“Time is precious, waste it wisely.”

Michael graduated in 2003 from SWIHA’s massage therapy program. In 2006, he graduated from the first aesthetics program from SWINA. He has taught at SWINA since 2006 and has been the Director of Education since 2013. Michael also is the owner of Unravel Body Therapy LLC. He specializes in Reiki, Craniosacral, massage and aesthetics for men. He also serves as the Vice President of the Melonhead Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps provide financial assistance to families who have children with cancer.

“We all start out knowing magic. We are born with whirlwinds, forest fires, and comets inside us. We are born able to sing to birds and read the clouds and see our destiny in grains of sand. But then we get the magic educated right out of our souls.”

― Robert McCammon, Swan Song

KC Miller is the founder and owner of SWINA, which grew out of the award-winning college, Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, which was founded by KC and her husband nearly 25 years ago. With years of experience as a massage therapist, reflexologist, and skin care specialist, KC was instrumental in helping to create the ‘Conscious Touch’ protocol that every student experiences as a part of their training. Though not currently licensed as an aesthetician, KC is a regular client at our Student Spa and is often complimented on her beautiful, youthful skin. She always replies, “The quality of the skincare product directly affects the quality of your skin. Invest in your face… it’s the canvas for your smile!”

“Nothing is impossible — the word itself says ‘I’m possible’!” and “Happy girls are the prettiest”

– Audrey Hepburn

Chelsea is a graduate of SWIHA’s life coaching program and has been with the company for 6 years. She is a licensed nail technician and has been in the beauty industry since 2006. Chelsea has worked at many spas and is well-educated about the industry!

“The greatest opportunity in the world is found here today… We already know what yesterday has got for us. It’s already gone. Tomorrow, too far away. What about right now?”

–Ray Lewis

Annie graduated from SWINA’s Natural Aesthetics Practitioner program in September of 2014. She has been a part of the SWINA family for 4 years now since 2012.

“Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.”

– Coco Chanel

Beverly has been in the skincare business for 16 years. She has a Bachelor’s degree in the Science of Business Management/Marketing. She has owned her own day spa, and currently has her own treatment room in an Active Adult community in the Phoenix Metro area.

Favorite quote: “A journey begins with a single step.”

Lisa graduated from both SWINA and our main campus, SWIHA. She began working for SWINA in February of 2011, and has a background in aesthetics, life coaching, yoga, and massage!

“Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.”

-Marilyn Monroe

Dr. Hooker received her doctorate from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Arizona. Being well trained in conventional and holistic medicine has given her a well-rounded view point as an integrative practitioner and an added advantage allowing her to become an expert in anti­aging medicine. With over 12 years in the Aesthetic industry her vast knowledge has allowed her to oversee various clinics as medical director and to treat hundreds of patients. Dr. Hooker’s passion for knowledge and education is what motivates her to constantly seek out new information and treatments to continually improve her skills providing the best care for her patients. Many have often heard her say “Knowledge is not meant to be kept to yourself, if you know something that another can benefit from it’s your responsibility to share the wealth!” Referring to herself as a “true educator at heart” she has always taken the time and effort to share her knowledge with her patients in addition to teaching various classes at different educational facilities since the beginning of her career.

“Love of beauty is taste. The creation of beauty is art.”

– Emerson

Lydia has been in the Aesthetics industry for over 15 years. She graduated from the National Aesthetics Institute in 2001, and then graduated from SWINA’s instructor program in 2008. In April of 2016, she will have been with SWINA for 9 years! Lydia has a very diverse background and has worked in salons, aesthetics schools, and even a Plastic Surgeon’s office!

Motto: “You are important to somebody, love and respect one another.”

Edie began as a cosmetologist in 1971 and obtained her teaching license in 1976. She taught for 10 years before taking a break and returning to school for aesthetics. Edie graduated from The Academy of Aesthetics Arts and Sciences in January of 2006 and has been an instructor with SWINA since 2009!

Favorite Quote: “You can do it”

Aurora started massage in 1998 and has a background in aesthetics, laser, and cosmetology. She loves the holistic-scientific approach and is always learning and improving her skills and techniques. Aurora does consults and advanced training with many of her own clients.

“Pretty is what you are. Beauty is what you do with it.”

Beverly has been in the skincare business for 16 years. She has a Bachelor’s degree in the Science of Business Management/Marketing. She has owned her own day spa, and currently has her own treatment room in an Active Adult community in the Phoenix Metro area.

Favorite quote: “A journey begins with a single step.”

Desiree received her aesthetics certificate in 2009, a Laser Certificate in 2010 and recently her Master Aesthetics Instructor in 2015. She has her own private studio, where she teaches Permanent Make-up and Lash Extensions. When asked about her experience with SWINA, Desiree said, “I always felt the calling to help family and friends feel as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside. What a wonderful place to learn what I needed to fulfill my calling. While here learning at SWINA, I knew I wanted more, I wanted to be member of this Tribe of wonderful Instructors. I’m now so blessed to be a member of this Tribe known as SWINA!”

“Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.”

Erinn has been in the industry since 1992. She has worked in salons, spas, medical offices, and has even leased her own space for her practice. Her favorite treatments to perform are the medical ones; she loves seeing the amazing results!

“Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy.”

― Anne Frank

Lisa has been an aesthetician for 10 years and is also laser certified. After being in a day spa and a medical spa, she made the choice to become an instructor 8 years ago. You can often hear her saying “I teach by praise and love.”

“Happiness can be found in even the darkest of times if only one remembers to turn on the light.”