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From Friendship to Flourishing: The Heartfelt Journey of Balanced Wellness and Beauty

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Updated: Jan 16

In the vibrant world of wellness and beauty, sometimes the most beautiful stories begin with a chance encounter. That's how my journey with Kim started. As fate would have it, I stumbled into Bliss Mind and Body, where Kim was the spa manager. It was almost by accident, but as they say, “What is meant to be will be.” From that moment, we forged a deep friendship, discovering that we had so much in common beyond our passion for wellness. 


Kim and Angie
Kim and Angie

Both of us are blessed with families that mirror each other in delightful ways—our spouses hail from the same neighborhood in South City, San Francisco, and collectively, we share the joy of raising five kids (four girls and one boy) who span from their twenties to elementary school. Our shared Christian faith and even a connection to the same pastor only deepened our bond. 


As the years passed at Bliss, we grew not only in our professional capabilities but also in our commitment to our clients and our community. However, when our mentor and the spa owner decided it was time to close Bliss and downsize her business, we faced a turning point. Rather than view it as an end, Kim and I saw it as an opportunity to rally together and create something new. 


With Kim’s extensive background in spa management and massage therapy, combined with my experience in marketing and small business ownership, we knew we would be an unstoppable team. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way!” And within two weeks, we transformed our vision into reality! We secured an LLC, obtained a business license, registered with the city of Brentwood, packed up Bliss, found a new location, furnished and stocked it—all while ensuring our clients experienced a seamless transition. Remarkably, a few rescheduled appointments were all that indicated a change! 


Bliss Mind and Body, Brentwood
Bliss Mind and Body, Brentwood

This incredible journey wouldn’t have been possible without the “O’hana”

that first came together at Bliss. Everyone stepped up, bringing their friends and family to help. Our former mentor, Terri, whose kindness and expertise have always inspired us, also joined us in this new adventure; and re-established her massage practice within the welcoming walls of Balanced Wellness & Beauty. We hold Terri in the highest regard, thankful for her immense contribution to our lives and our business. 


Balanced Wellness & Beauty
Balanced Wellness & Beauty

Less than a year has passed since we opened our doors under this new name and ownership. We are filled with gratitude for our loyal clients who have followed us and are excited to welcome new faces into our Balanced family. Since our opening, Terri has found a new location that perfectly suits her, and we've expanded our team with rotating student interns, a new part-time receptionist, and another massage therapist. Our family now consists of 5 massage therapists (Kim and I included), an esthetician, an electrologist, 2 acne specialists and an occasional student intern.


Our collective efforts have not gone unnoticed—our team continues to receive glowing reviews, and we’ve even been honored with the Gold “Best of Brentwood” award for our massages, facials, and waxing services within our first year of business! As we look to the future, we are excited about the growth opportunities ahead.



We remain committed to walking with grateful hearts, cherishing the accomplishments we've achieved together. Our involvement in the community is a cornerstone of our mission—Kim proudly serves as a Chamber Ambassador, and we regularly donate our services to community events and school fundraisers. Partnering with local medical professionals enriches our offerings and strengthens our ties to the neighborhood we love. 


We chose to share our story, not only as a heartfelt introduction to who we are as owners of Balanced Wellness and Beauty but also as a celebration of the life-long friendships that have blossomed along the way. Cheers to our journey, to the power of community, and to making a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve. We are excited to continue building this beautiful story together!




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