Julieanna Sanchez, Owner

You're literally in good hands with Julieanna Sanchez. Julieanna has spent nearly 20 years learning the spa business from the ground up. A talented licensed esthetician, she began working at Skin Deep Day Spa, one of the leading day spas in Huntington Beach. Her skills, drive and initiative quickly moved her into spa management, and she served as Spa Manager for over five years in one of the most award-winning day spas in Orange County.


Now Julieanna brings that skill, talent and experience to her own ZenSpaOC. You'll find her warm smile and gentle hands infuse every aspect of ZenSpaOC. A devoted wife and mother, Julieanna's strong sense of family is part of her passion for the spa business. Deeply involved in her children's sports activities, Julieanna understands the value of teamwork and the roles discipline and communication play in creating a winning team. She knows first-hand how critical timeliness is to reducing stress. Most important, Julieanna knows what a difference a simple “We're happy you're here” can make in someone's life.

Your ZenSpaOC Family


Your ZenSpaOC family members are all highly experienced spa specialists. I've chosen the cream of the crop from premier day spas, to assure that you will receive the high level of passionate, caring treatment you've come to expect from me.
— Julieanna

 

 Estheticians
Louise ~ Lead Esthetician

Born in: Huntington Beach, CA
Hobbies: Cooking dinner with family and friends, outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, surfing — Anything with a little risk and adventure!
What Louise likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “I love our Zen Family of co-workers and clientle. We also offer some of the best skin care lines and treatments that guarantee our clientele the best results.”
Professional training/education/certification: Certification from Paul Mitchell Skin Academy, Costa Mesa. Louise has worked in well-known luxury and medical spas from Newport Beach to Los Angeles and is experienced with cutting-edge treatments and high-quality products. Louise has worked as lead esthetician, trainer, retail sales coordinator and spa director.
In the spa business since: 2002
Favorite (or specialty) treatment: “I love enhancing my clients skin. Some of the best results I see is when I combine a series of 6 microdermabrasion treatments with our custom peels. There is nothing better than getting results, making my clients happy and being able to educate them along the way.”
Clients rave: “My clients enjoy my personality and my total sincere honesty. We really work together on addressing their concerns. I teach them about the importance of the right skin care routine and that simplicity is best. I truly believe you do not need to use more than the basics to start to see a change in your skin. Once we have you on a good at-home and facial routine, we can always add in the products to take it up a notch.”

  Annie ~ Esthetician

Born in: Los Angeles, CA
Annie's Hobbies: reading, going to HB Dog Beach with my pup Lola!
What Annie likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: Working with a group of such talented, beautiful people.
Professional training/education/certification: I graduated from the esthetic program at the Paul Mitchell Skin Academy with honors.
In the spa business since: 2007
Favorite (or specialty) treatment: I love treating acne/problematic skin with peels and microdermabrasion treatments are my favorite, because they provide an immediate benefit.
Client raves: "Annie is so friendly and makes everything as comfortable as possible!"

 

Rose ~  Esthetician

Born in: Beautiful Southern California
Rose's hobbies: Cooking, walking beach with lots of sunblock and a big floppy hat!
What Rose likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: "My clients, my friends."
Professional training/education/certification: CA Esthetician Licensure February, 2003; 65 hours of post-graduated training at The International Dermal Institute in Los Angeles, CA.
In the spa business since: February, 2003
Rose's favorite (or specialty) treatment: "Advanced facials, microdermabrasion and personal waxing."
Clients rave: "A special thanks to Rose, a waxing expert who is professional, courteous, and makes you feel welcomed. Rose's expertise is worth every penny!" ~ Paula, YELP review

Sarah ~ Esthetician

Born in: Sacramento, CA
Sarah’s hobbies: Singing, performing, dancing, playing at the beach, and traveling.
What Sarah likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “I like working with such amazing and talented people.”
Professional training/education/certification: Attended Paul Mitchell’s The Skin Academy and participated in 4-month teacher training program; completed post-graduate work at Dermalogica; Bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University-Idaho.
In the spa business since: 2008
Sarah’s favorite (or specialty) treatment: “I am very results oriented! My specialty is in performing skin treatments; facials, peels and microdermabrasion! I also enjoy shaping eyebrows.”
Clients rave: “How knowledgeable I am and how I give them great results!”

 MASSAGE THERAPISTS
 James ~ Massage Therapist
Born in: Boulder, CO
James’s hobbies: Hiking, ocean, music, movies, guitars, art, museums, theater, spa biz.
What James likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “I like working with friends who are also professionals committed to service excellence.”
Professional training/education/certification: 1,100 hours of training for H.H.P. and 400 hours of nutrition/herbs.
Been in the spa business since: 2000
James’s favorite (or specialty) treatment: “I love it all!”
Client raves: "I had James for my massage and he was amazing. It was the perfect pressure, and I very much enjoyed his stroke techniques. He was very friendly and professional." - Jeanie, Yelp Review
Lisa ~ Massage Therapist

Born in: Sidney, New York
Lisa's hobbies: Cooking, reading and shopping, of course!
What Lisa likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: "The staff! And if my guests leave feeling better, it's a good day."
Professional training/education/certification: 1000 hour program at Mesa Academy
Been in the spa business since: 2002
Lisa's favorite (or specialty) treatment: Swedish Massage, Head, Neck and Shoulder, and Maternity
Clients rave:  "That I have a caring touch and am able to make them feel comfortable."


 Michelle ~ Massage Therapist

Born in: El Paso Texas
Michelle's hobbies: Knitting, making jewelry and painting
What Michelle likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: "Focus on client care/ customer service. Everyone is treated as a special guest whose needs are first and foremost. Making people feel good is what it's all about."
Professional training/education/certification: Nationally Certified Massage Therapist/Bodyworker, Board Certified Holistic Alternative Psychology Practitioner, Creator of Perceptive Body Therapy, Reiki Practitioner, obtaining BA degree in Psychology
In the spa business since: 2002
Michelle's favorite (or specialty) treatment: Perceptive Body Therapy and Pre-natal massage
Clients rave: "I seem to have a natural ability to find those 'knots' and work them out without hardly any pain or discomfort. I am genuinely nurturing and caring for each and every client I see."
Pam O. ~ Massage Therapist, Electrologist, Esthetician

Born in: Boston, MA
Pam O’s hobbies: Motorcycle riding, reading, learning new things, working out, and crafting.
What Pam likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “I love the family environment, (thanks to Julieanna!), the teamwork and personality of the spa and staff!”
Professional training/education/certification: Graduate of Bancroft School of Massage, Worcester, MA, 1977; Graduate, Fullerton College 1982, Electrology; Graduate of Career Academy, 2000, Skin Care; Graduate of Golden West College AS degree, 2011.
In the spa business since: 20-plus years
Pam O’s favorite (or specialty) treatment: Lomi-Lomi Massage, and Mother-to be Massage and any thing that helps a client feel good!
Clients rave: “That they feel comfortable and trust me with their needs.”
Scott ~ Massage Therapist

Born in: Long Beach, CA
Hobbies: Surfing, bicycling Scott likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “Giving clients the best treatment I possibly can.”
Professional training/education/certification: 725 hrs. National Institute of Technology, National Certification (NCBTMB), State Certification (CMTA), Long Beach License
In the spa business since: 2005
Favorite (or specialty) treatment: “Swedish and Deep Tissue”
Clients rave: “Scott’s treatments are wonderful!”

 WELLNESS SPA SPECIALISTS

  Julie ~ Colon Hydrotherapy

Please visit Julie's Colon Hydrotherapy Page to learn about Julie. 

 GUEST SERVICES SPECIALISTS
Pam ~ Guest Services Lead

Born in: California
Pam’s hobbies: Cooking, Farmville
What Pam likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “The people I work with!”
The most important thing Pam does for ZenSpaOC guests: “Making sure each guest ENJOYS their time here, whether it’s the first or 500th time they visit the spa!”


Drew ~ Guest Services

Born in: California
Drew's hobbies: Hanging with friends and family, doing hair, shopping, and anything exciting or adventurous.
What Drew likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: "The people, whether it be clients or co-workers. It's a great and relaxing place."
The most important thing Drew does for ZenSpaOC: "To make sure every guest feels welcomed and comfortable during their visit and leaves here smiling and relaxed."
 
Mary ~ Guest Services

Born in: Huntington Beach, CA
Mary’s hobbies: Painting, surfing, ceramics & road trips.
What Mary likes best about working at ZenSpaOC: “The Clientele & Staff”
The most important thing Mary does for ZenSpaOC guests: “Getting to know them, their likes and dislikes and catching up with them on each of their visits.”