

Wellness Should
Feel Personal.
As a family-owned, community-rooted spa in Oxford, Maine, Essence is not a chain or franchise. It is a warm, welcoming space built for real people with real stress, busy schedules, sore muscles, tired skin, and full lives.
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Kirsten has been in the wellness industry for over 10 years. She graduated from Spa Tech Institute for Massage Therapy in 2013 and Aesthetics in 2015. Her massage style focuses on relaxation with moderate pressure and deeper techniques when needed, always paying extra attention to the areas that need it most. She also has a true passion for skincare and helping clients feel confident in their own skin.
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When she is not at the spa, Kirsten is spending time with her three kiddos and family. Through Essence Wellness Spa, she looks forward to getting to know each client personally and helping them reach their wellness and self-care goals.
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From custom massage and facials to infrared sauna, foot soaks, body treatments, waxing, and lash and brow services, every appointment is designed to help you feel lighter, calmer, and more like yourself.
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At Essence Wellness Spa, we understand what you are carrying.
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We are here to help you put some of it down.

Darcel
Niles
Darcel attended Spa Tech Institute, where she developed a passion for therapeutic massage and wellness-focused treatments. She specializes in techniques that help relieve tension, improve mobility, and support overall well-being. She is also trained in Polarity Therapy and Raindrop Therapy, with a special interest in pregnancy massage.

Daniel
Bandelt
Dan went to New Hampshire Institute for Therapeutic Arts. He uses light effleurage and moderate deep tissue in his massage technique. Finding a remedy for aches and pains got him interested in massage therapy. Clients looking for stress relief are his niche. His hobbies outside of work include walking and swimming. He previously worked as a construction worker.

KiKi
Venerable
KiKi is a recent Spa Tech graduate with a passion for helping people feel better and more connected to their bodies. She specializes in deeper therapeutic techniques, including myofascial work, stretching, and range-of-motion therapy, and enjoys helping clients improve body awareness and overall wellness.

Malysa
Jackson
Hi, my name is Malysa. I graduated from Aveda Institute in early July of this year. I'm so excited to begin my esthetics career here at Essence Wellness Spa. Outside of work, I love spending time outdoors, going on adventures, staying active at the gym and relaxing with my cat Zeke. My true passion lies in skincare and helping others feel confident and beautiful in their own skin. I can't wait to share that passion with each client I meet!

Emily
Barkhouse
Emily recently graduated from Spa Tech Institute's massage program in October 2025. After getting her first massage, she loved how she felt and started looking into ways to heal her body. She decided to become a massage therapist to further her knowledge of healing and to help others on their journey to alignment. She has plans to learn lymphatic drainage, further her knowledge in pregnancy massage and myofascial.

Kaydence
Leonard
Kaydence graduated from the aesthetics program at Spa Tech Institute in February 2026, driven by her passion for making others feel beautiful and comfortable in their own skin. She finds joy in seeing clients relaxed and happy, particularly enjoying services like facials and eyelash lifts and tints. She favors using Marin lip balm and vitamin E to enhance skin brightness. Her skincare advice includes double cleansing, maintaining a nighttime routine, and never forgetting SPF. Outside of work, she cherishes family time and embraces outdoor activities to make the most of every moment.

Essence is located at the Welchville professional building on the corner of Mechanic Falls Road and the busy route 26 corridor in Oxford Maine. Just minutes from the Oxford Casino and hotel, the Hampton Inn, Poland Spring Resort, and Oxford Speed Way. Our services include massage, facials, and body treatments. Book your appointment today!
Hours
Sunday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
11 Mechanic Falls Rd
Oxford, Maine 04270

