Say Hello to our Team!
Nikki L’Esperance, LMT, Owner
Nikki graduated from CenterPoint Massage & Shiatsu School & Clinic in April 2014.
She loves to serve those in pain through Trigger Point Therapy. Whatever pain it may be, she can help with massage. She has a passion for helping people release pain and tension to live a life of ease and feel great! Over the years, she has learned about how conflict and emotion can also cause physical disturbances, encouraging her to dive into those modalities and addressing that in the body. In recent years, she has added The Emotion Code to her practice as a modality to release emotions from the body, especially when areas of deep physical tension aren’t releasing. It’s always connected and releases with the Emotion Code, always creating deeper physical releases and helping clients feel more at peace, calm and balanced! Watching you go through the healing journey and live a life pain-free lights her up. A lover of learning, Nikki’s practice continues to evolve as she learns more through her own self care and healing.
She is passionate about reading, learning, teaching, taking care of her family, traveling and of course, massage. Helping others. She also enjoys baking and putting together a yummy dessert.
Kaarin Kangas, LMT
Kaarin joined our team after graduating from Encompass Academy in the beginning of June 2023! She offers massage therapy for your personal needs, specializing in Deep Tissue and Trigger Point Therapy.
Outside of work, Kaarin enjoys hiking, running, traveling, and exploring anything outside! She also never tires of watching sunsets over Lake Superior with her husband and appreciates a relaxing day at home gardening, cooking, and baking!
Jill Isaacson, LMT
Jill graduated from massage school in Anchorage, Alaska in December of 2021.
She specializes in deep tissue, and myofascial techniques. Certified in Craniosacral Fascial Therapy for Infants to Adults, a gentle hands-on method working to release tension and trauma in the fascial layers allowing for greater expansion and flow of cerebrospinal fluid in the craniosacral system. CFT sessions are fully clothed, techniques are designed to help the body unwind and release the buildup of fascial strain in the body. She is also certified in MELT method, Myofascial cupping, and Floor of the Mouth fascial interconnectivity. Jill aims to personalize every session according to each person's unique goals from relaxation to a more focused approach.
She loves to spend her free time berry picking, painting, cooking/baking, learning, and spending time outside.
Dr. Bradley Erkkila
Encompass is so happy to welcome Dr. Bradley Erkkila back into our clinic. We are so excited to have him back joining our team! Brad graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2020 with his Doctorate of Chiropractic. He loves to work with all people, helping them stay well throughout life.
He will be available Mondays and Fridays from 2pm-4pm to start. If all goes well, we will extend his hours quickly!
Lana Aho, LMT
Hey! I’m Lana ☺️
After graduating from Encompass Academy in 2025, I’ve been enjoying my time working for Nikki at Encompass Wellness Studio! My passion for helping others is what lead me to become a massage therapist. I specialize in relaxing Swedish Massage along with Trigger Point Therapy.
A few things I love are being outdoors, baking, reading, chocolate, and massaging. My favorite days are ones spent outside and with family and friends.
I look forward to meeting you!
Aili Narhi, LMT
Hi, I’m Aili! I’m so excited to be joining the team at Encompass Wellness Studio. I have a passion for helping others feel their best and creating a calm, healing space where people can truly relax and reset.
Outside of work, I love anything creative or outdoorsy—whether I’m cooking, baking, sewing, going on hikes, or hunting for agates along Lake Superior. I also cherish quality time with my friends and find joy in the little things that make life feel full and meaningful. I’m looking forward to getting to know you!
Isabella Coppo
Isabella is our new receptionist at Encompass. She can help you with all things products, scheduling, getting checked out.
Debbie Hansen
Debbie is one of our receptionists at Encompass. She can help you with all things products, scheduling, getting checked out, etc. She loves welcoming every client in!
In her free time, Debbie enjoys agate hunting on the shores of Lake Superior, camping with her rescue pups, gardening, crafting and reading!
Deb also performs our Ionic Foot Detox Baths, book yours below!