Volume 7 Issue 1 The Women Warrior Edition | Page 57

WARRIORS n aty Banks , a woman of purpose and perseverance . She is a Licensed Massage Therapist , Aesthetician , Full Spa Specialist , and founder of KB Skin & Bodywork , thrives on helping others heal from the inside out . At the intersection of naturopathy and luxury , her business provides services that support holistic healing for both mind and body .
Banks set out on the path to starting her wellness business once she realized the common thread woven throughout all of her professional aspirations . “ I ’ ve always had a passion for taking care of others ,” Banks said . “ I went to veterinarian school and worked as a server in a restaurant . It made me realize that I love being around other people , serving them , and helping them feel their best .”
She decided to switch paths so she could help guide people on their own health and wellness journey . She studied under wellness gurus , worked with medical practitioners , and acquired multiple masterlevel certifications that enable her to help her clients beyond the typical suite of beauty services .
After years of training and education , she opened KB Skin & Bodywork and has been helping people for nearly a decade . Her business offers luxury beauty services , spa treatments , and naturopathic remedies . Banks works in tandem with chiropractors and medical practitioners to help people heal , recover from physical trauma , or wean them off harmful medications .
“ You can ’ t poison yourself back to health ,” Banks spoke with conviction . “ I base all of my work on natural remedies , mindful bodywork , and self care . I can help people manage their pain without a handful of pills .”

WELLNESS WARRIOR

Katy Banks

Licensed Massage Therapist , Aesthetician , Full Spa Specialist , and Founder of KB Skin & Bodywork
Katy has worked with professional athletes from the NFL and Orlando Apollos , along with clients that suffer from injuries and severe pain . She has helped improve lives for people with arthritis , muscular disorders , and skeletal dysfunction . She provides postural corrections and deep restorative work through massage and muscular-skeletal training .
She also acknowledges the importance of both inner wellness and the impact that outward appearance can have on overall wellbeing . “ Skin is such an underrated , but important part of people ’ s confidence and feelings of self ,” Banks said . “ It ’ s how people put themselves out in the world , and it reflects back to their selfworth .” To help her clients look and feel their best from the inside out , she offers luxury beauty and skincare services like specialized skincare regimens , microneedling , lash and brow artistry , Hydro Soline facials , and body contouring .
“ Self care in every context is so important ,” Banks said . “ We need to stop feeling shame about taking care of our minds and bodies , and address ourselves as someone that deserves love , attention , and a bit of pampering from time-to-time .” n