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Meet our Staff

Nail Technicians

Erica Sain

WI Licensed Nail Technician, WI Certified Massage Therapist (CMT), Nationally Certified in Therapeutic, Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB)

My path to Kneaded Relief is not one intended to be on, but it is one that I am glad I followed.

Allow me to share with you a little about myself. I am an only child and a capital city girl. I was born in Springfield, IL, and then lived in Minneapolis for a short stint. For the past twenty-some years of my life I have resided in the town I’ve grown to love and consider my home- Madison.

I am also the proud single mother of a beautiful baby girl, Jade Willow. She is my world and much of my motivation in life today. I enjoy camping, laughing with friends and live music.

I received my massage therapist training at Lakeside and gained my manicurist license at Martin’s School of Cosmetology. I always knew the career I chose would entail bringing joy to other’s lives and putting smiles on their faces. These careers are a perfect fit for those aspirations. And now I am a part of the Kneaded Relief family who has welcomed me with open arms. I couldn’t dream of better people to work with.

I look forward to seeing your face and providing you with relaxing services in this beautiful facility.

Lisa Sowieja

Nail Department Manager, WI Licensed Esthetician, WI Licensed Nail Technician

Hi, I’m Lisa Sowieja and I am a Manicurist and Esthetician for Kneaded Relief Day Spa. My interest in skin care was first born while working as a Surgical Technician for a Madison Dermatologist. In the years that I worked in Dermatology, I learned so much about skin and how to care for it. Being a woman in my forties, I especially wanted to know about how to hold back the hands of time. This, of course, starts with a good skin care regimen in our younger years, but it is never too late to begin to properly care for our skin.

The knowledge I acquired in Dermatology sparked my interest, so I attended Martin’s College of Cosmetology in Madison and received my Esthetics degree. While working at another spa in Madison, I went back to school to get my Manicurist degree from Madison Nail Tech Academy. I wanted to be able to give my clients more of a full service experience and found that I loved doing nails as much as skin care.

I came to Kneaded Relief Day Spa, because I loved the calming atmosphere and wanted to work in such a wonderful environment. A spa experience, no matter what the service is, should be de-stressing and making the outside world disappear. My promise to my clients is to provide them with a total relaxing spa experience and teach them to care for their skin and nails.

Erica Bourgois

WI Licensed Nail Technician

Katy Johnson

WI Licensed Nail Technician

My name is Katy Johnson and I am a Nail Technician here at Kneaded Relief. My journey into the spa industry began when I was a senior in high school. I began working as a receptionist at a local spa/salon and I was immediately drawn to the atmosphere and how happy people were after receiving services. I didn’t know then that I wanted to continue with a career in the industry so I began taking classes at MATC for interior design.

Soon I realized that was not the path I was supposed to be on, so I began an apprenticeship to do hair. I enjoyed learning about the different aspects of the trade and of the business, but again I realized I didn’t have the same passion about doing hair that other people did. I took another receptionist position at a different local spa/salon and I began to wonder if I would ever find a career path that I was truly passionate about.

It was by chance that I stumbled on an opportunity to go to massage school. I attended Lakeside School of Massage and received my National and State license as a Massage Therapist and Bodyworker in 2007. I continued to work as a receptionist and I also began to take massage clients. I loved being able to help people feel better and improve their well being, but I wanted to be able to provide additional services to my clients. I attended Martin’s College of Cosmetology for Nail Technology and obtained my nail license in 2008. I continued to provide both nail and massage services to my guests.

In June 2010 I had a baby girl and I realized it was time for a change. I had heard wonderful things about Kneaded Relief Day Spa from both employees and past guests and decided to take a chance and become part of the Kneaded Relief team. It was such a good decision and I am happy to be here today.

I have the support of my wonderful husband, Alan, and I stay busy with our baby, Kya, my 6-year-old daughter Jasmine, and my 6-year-old stepdaughter, Tiana.

Come see me for a manicure or pedicure where I will provide you with a relaxing, professional service that will leave you feeling refreshed and looking your best!