Estheticians
+ Jessica Witchie, Master Esthetician
1. What attracted you to aesthetics?
For as long as I can remember I have had a passion for caring for others, whether it be through healing touch, or emotional support. As an aesthetician the goal is to encompass both of those things. The idea of being able to make people happy in more ways than one was what attracted me initially, and it continues to be the driving force behind my everlasting love for aesthetics.
2. What brought you to Bespoke?
After graduating Aesthetics school in 2015, I was on the hunt for the perfect place to start my career. After some experience in the field, I realized it was my top priority to work at a place where I had all of the tools I needed to truly help people. I stumbled upon Bespoke and instantly fell in love. The holistic approach aligned with my views on health and healing, the products were life changing, and the family environment was everything I was looking for and more. at Bespoke I have the tools I need to help people, and the team to support me along the way.
3. How do you hope clients feel after a session with you?
Every aesthetician wants their clients to feel beautiful after a session. I also hope they feel empowered. I want them to leave with knowledge so that they have the tools in their hands to care for their skin forever. Most importantly I hope they feel loved. I want them to know that through my touch and my words that I care and I will do everything in my power to help in whatever way is needed.
+ Sydney Fernebok, Master Esthetician
1. What attracted you to esthetics?
There is something unique about the esthetics industry that really called to me. As an esthetician you have the ability to boost your client’s self confidence, transform their skin, and create a lasting connection and friendship. There is nothing that brings me more joy then to take someone on a journey of self healing. I have always had a passion for beauty, health, and wellness and I am grateful to be able to turn my passion into my career.
2. How do you want clients to feel after a session with you?
When my clients walk out of a treatment I want them to feel excited about starting their skin care journey and feel hopeful that things are about to change for the better. I aim to provide a safe and calming space for clients to let their guard down, so that they can leave the treatment feeling lighter, relaxed, and beautiful!
+ Gabi Stephens, Esthetician
1. What brought you to Bespoke?
Years ago, I had a facial with one of Bespoke’s incredible aestheticians that was life-changing. It led me on a journey of going to esthetician school. I knew Bespoke is where I belonged because there is a commitment to truly listening to you and your skin to find the root cause. As a wellness lover, I believe our skin is a reflection of what’s happening on the inside, in addition to what we see on the surface.
2. What would you like to communicate to your clients through treatment?
My goal is to create a judgment free sanctuary for my clients to replenish their skin & spirit. I seek to achieve healthy, radiant skin for every person who walks through the doors of Bespoke.
+ Kira Carroll, Master Esthetician, Massage Therapist
1. What attracted you to aesthetics?
Growing up, I had a passion for skincare, beauty, and self-care, but little did I predict aesthetics would be my calling. I fell in love with the aesthetics program at the AVEDA Institute in 2015 when my friend brought me along on tour and I kicked off my career with enrollment. The program quickly reaffirmed my love for helping others feel the best in their skin, figuratively and literally. Massage therapy was my next endeavor, and I loved that it complimented my passion for learning about body science and wellness.
2. What brought you to Bespoke?
I stumbled upon this beautiful haven here in Georgetown through a colleague of mine. Soon after, I reached out to Adrienne, and the rest is history.
Bespoke provides a comfortable and warm environment that is professional and more result-driven than any place I’ve seen in my ten years in this industry. It has all the tools I need to thrive as an aesthetician and assist my clients in their goals. I’ve always felt conflicted about which path to take in aesthetics because I have years of experience in luxury hotels and medical spas. Still, after learning about Bespoke and its mission and values, I truly believe I’ve found my home. It is a place where I can satisfy my nurturing side yet still share my knowledge and love of skin science and treatments.
3. What do you most hope to achieve with treatment?
With every treatment, I listen to you with intention and treat you with expertise. The skin is an organ, and I educate clients on how to treat, nourish, and love theirs. I understand that every single one of us has very distinct skin, and I provide my clients with a detailed and personalized treatment plan. My clients value my ability to listen to their needs and collaborate to create goals and establish product usage through consultation. I understand that our skin is as dynamic as our lives, and thus I need to accommodate my clients' treatment plans according to their current situations, life events, and health conditions. For me, it is so critical I understand in-depth all the aspects of your life that may be affecting your skin so I can provide precise and effective treatment.
+ Tetiana Lopatkina, Esthetician, Lash & Brow Artist
1. Tell us a little about yourself and what attracted you to practice aesthetics?
My name is Tetiana, and I’m originally from Ukraine. As I was trying to find my place in the world, I was introduced to the beauty industry. When I first went to school for aesthetics, I was still in Ukraine, and it was here that I discovered my true passion for aesthetics and lash & brow arts. From an early age, I had a vision of making everyone and everything around me beautiful. In Addition, I was also especially drawn to working with my hands and working with people. My hands have always felt tuned for this kind of work. I’m a lifelong learner, I love to educate myself and my clients, finding different and creative solutions and learning new techniques. I’m also a perfectionist and results-oriented, I enjoy being resourceful and efficient. I love meeting new people, connecting, finding what works, and sharing all my knowledge. In our stressful and busy life, it’s so important to take time to take care of ourselves and unwind and I am here to help. My goal is always to make you feel energized, confident, and beautiful inside out, that is what always makes my day.
2. What brought you to Bespoke?
When I moved to the States from Ukraine nine years ago, I was professionally certified in my home country and I was eager to practice aesthetics here. However, it was a slow process to finally receive my credentials in the United States. At last, I received my U.S. license, and when I moved to D.C. I immediately found Bespoke Aesthetics. It’s my belief that I truly share Adrienne’s philosophy, holistic approach, and European style in my work. It feels like home at Bespoke. I appreciate the excellent tools, treatments, and products that we have here, as well as a supportive team of professionals!
3. What do you feel your strengths as an esthetician are?
I’m a lifelong learner, I love to educate myself and my clients so we can create solutions and utilize new learning techniques. I believe I fit well into this field because I am a perfectionist, and I am result oriented. I enjoy being resourceful and efficient. I love meeting new people, connecting, finding what works, and sharing all my knowledge.
4. How do you want clients to feel after a session with you?
My wish is for my clients to feel confident, beautiful, and energized. In our stressful, chaotic, and busy lives, it’s so important to take time to care for ourselves— to unwind. I am here to help with this. My goal is always to make you smile and feel beautiful, inside and out. These are the things that always make my day!
+ Andrea Torre, Esthetician
1. Tell us a little about yourself and what attracted you to practice aesthetics?
I was born and raised in Venezuela. Taking care of my skin has been ingrained in me since I was very young and over the years, I developed a true love for this industry. My passion led me to New York City to pursue strategic communications within the beauty industry. While rewarding, my corporate career awakened a deeper need to be more entrenched into hands-on skincare and its science. I wanted to merge my love for helping others with the passion I have for skincare, therefore what mainly attracted me to practice aesthetics was being able to guide clients through a skincare journey; together discovering how we can improve any skin concern they might have, with the ultimate goal of helping them to feel happy and confident in their own skin.
2. What brought you to Bespoke?
For me, it’s important to work at a place that shares my same values as a person and as a professional, and this is what brought me here. Bespoke is not only a skin sanctuary that offers top-notch skincare treatments, but also a place that truly cares about each client as whole and to me that’s priceless. Building a relationship in which I have the space to truly get to know every client and to understand their concerns and needs in order to help them achieve their skincare goals is vital.
3. What do you feel your strengths as an esthetician are?
I would put compassion and empathy at the very top. I truly care about creating a comfortable and trusting environment in which clients feel each of their skin concerns are heard and valued. At the same time, I consider myself to be a good listener. I aim to carefully listen to each client and understand their unique skin needs, in order to be able to turn them into an effective treatment. I’m also incredibly passionate about skincare, this is what drives me to always keep expanding my knowledge with the goal of providing the most comprehensive treatment plan to clients.
4. How do you want clients to feel after a session with you?
I want them to feel empowered, knowing that achieving their best skin is possible. Also, confident and knowledgeable in terms of understanding their specific skin needs and knowing that they now have the tools to achieve their skin goals. Lastly, I want them to leave feeling beautiful and with a deep sense of relaxation and wellness, because true skincare is not only about making the surface look good, but also about going deeper into our internal functioning. Therefore, making sure that each client feels nourished both externally and internally is one of my outermost goals after each session.