Creators of Relaxation & Beauty
Let Us Treat You Right
When you choose Alenté Spa/Salon in Ellensburg, WA, we are dedicated to having you feeling your best and most authentic self.
At Alenté, we are committed to excellence and making each person feel beautiful and cared for. We are passionate about Aveda, artistry and cultivating lasting relationships with our guests and our team. Through the power of touch, health and wellness, we believe we can impact each life, our community and our world.
If you decide to visit us, be sure to look at our policies for spa and salon appointments.
Meet Our Team
Darcie Whitfield
Darcie pursued a career in massage therapy after recovering from a sports injury. She has since made it her lifelong goal to help others manage their chronic pain. Adding skincare to her list of skills seemed like a natural progression to help her clients achieve optimum health and wellbeing in an otherwise stressful world. When she isn’t at work, you will find Darcie and her dog Bear outside hiking and camping with their family.
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Holly Sotelo
Level 4 Stylist, Salon Lead
Holly Godden has been a licensed cosmetologist since 2007 and established roots at Alenté in 2010. She is very engaged in her career and is continuously striving for growth in her craft. One of her most favorite things about her job is her relationships with her guests over the years. When she’s not working behind the chair or the scenes at Alenté, she stays busy with her two children. She enjoys cooking and baking and is passionate about health and fitness. #HollyAtAlenté
Laura Stephenson
Licensed Esthetician, Manicurist, Spa Lead
Laura Stephenson is Alenté’s spa leader and has been a Licensed Manicurist and Esthetician since 2003. She has a profound love for Aveda and enjoys continuing her education in her work and sharing her knowledge with her peers and guests. Her passion is to nurture and pamper every guest that she sees, and her guests can feel that she pours attention to detail and care in every service she provides. When not working, Laura loves spending time with her family, baking, and reading.
Nadia Self
Level 3 Stylist
Nadia has been a licensed cosmetologist for eight years. She has extensive training in management, makeup, and color. In 2020 Nadia was awarded Best Hair Stylist in Kittitas County and specializes in colors, cuts, skin care, makeup, and weddings. As a previous barista, Nadia knows how to fuel herself with a strong cup of coffee! When she isn’t taking care of her clients, she enjoys being a mom to three beautiful kids, and loves spending time as a family.
Madeleine Lenz
Level 3 Stylist
Born and raised in Ellensburg, Madeleine appreciates the strong sense of support and kindness this community offers. Madeleine enjoys encouraging clients to feel their best on the inside and out. She is grateful to be a part of the Alente team. When she is not at work, Madeleine enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Find her on Instagram @hairby.madeleine.
Chaliea Mullee
Level 2 Stylist
Chaliea is an enthusiastic cosmetologist who loves hair and all things beauty. She is always delighted to meet and connect with new clients, creating a warm and welcoming experience for those who sit in her chair. With a great passion for the environment, Aveda has been steadfast for Chaliea throughout the years, and she is so excited to align those passions with her work as a part of the Alente team. When Chaliea is not working, her free time is usually spent with her friends and family or outdoors enjoying the beauty of Central Washington.
Morgan Bentley
Level 1 Stylist
Morgan is a new stylist, whose goal is to make everyone who sits in her chair feel welcomed and good about themselves. She is excited to grow in her work, and connect with clients to achieve their desired outcome. She is excited to be a part of the Alente team. When she is not making clients feel beautiful, she is either spending time with family and friends, hiking or crocheting.
Riley Chalk
Level 1 Barber
Bio coming soon
Lacee Fridley
Licensed Esthetician
Lacee grew up in Naches, but moved to Ellensburg to attend beauty school and pursue her career in esthetics. Ellensburg has become her home and she loves the strong sense of community here. She has been a licensed esthetician for a little over four years now and connecting with her clients to help them achieve their desired results is what she’s truly passionate about. Lacee loves being apart of the Alenté team! When she’s not at work she enjoys hiking, reading and spending time with her loved ones.
Shaylynn Chase
Licensed Massage Therapist
Licensed Esthetician
Shaylynn’s skin care journey began in bridal and event makeup. This naturally evolved into a focus on aesthetics and massage therapy, where she discovered the transformative impact of touch and targeted skin treatments. She specializes in personalized skincare and therapeutic bodywork. As a licensed massage therapist, she focuses on relieving tension, improving circulation and promoting deep relaxation. Her approach combines results-driven skincare with holistic bodywork to support both outer beauty and inner well-being. Each treatment is thoughtfully tailored to your individual needs, creating a truly customized and rejuvenating experience.
Jessica Plettenberg
Nail Technician
Jessica was raised around the beauty industry here in Kittitas County and had always wanted to be a part of it. Jessica loves making people feel beautiful and cared about through her work. When she’s not at work she loves playing with her daughters, and going on adventures with her family.
Elissa Nash
Nail Technician
Elissa is local to Ellensburg, and has been working as a licensed nail technician since 2023. She loves helping others with their nail needs, and to feel refreshed and pampered. She strives to help everyone’s natural nails become the best version they can be. Outside of work, Elissa enjoys spending time baking, walking, and spending time with her 4 kitties at home.
Aryn Faulkner
Front Desk Lead
Aryn is an Ellensburg local born and raised, currently living with her husband and their 4 cats. She spends her free time caring for houseplants, reading, and skating for Rodeo City Roller Derby. Aryn is eager to help all clients whether it be scheduling or helping you find your new favorite product.
Kaylie Armstrong
Front Desk Lead
As a receptionist at Alente, Kaylie is happy to help clients with all scheduling and service needs they may have. She is delighted to help maintain the warm and welcoming environment Alente nurtures for all who walk through the doors. When she isn’t at Alente, Kaylie has two cats, a boyfriend, and many plants to occupy her time.
Madelyn Chabot
Front Desk Attendant
Bio coming soon.
About our products
Aveda – Botanical Beauty with Purpose
At our salon, we proudly use Aveda hair care and hair color products—renowned for their high-performance, plant-powered formulas and commitment to environmental responsibility. Aveda combines the best of nature and science to deliver vibrant, long-lasting color and nourishing care that leaves hair healthy, shiny, and beautifully touchable. Infused with pure flower and plant essences, Aveda products not only elevate your hair, but also your senses. As a brand deeply rooted in sustainability and wellness, Aveda aligns with our mission to offer beauty services that care for you and the world around us.
HydroPeptide – Clinical Results, Luxurious Experience
We love using HydroPeptide skincare in our treatments because it strikes the perfect balance between science and indulgence. Powered by advanced peptide technology, each formula is designed to deliver visible, clinically proven results—like smoother texture, firmer skin, and a radiant glow—while still feeling gentle and luxurious. With a focus on age-defying, antioxidant-rich ingredients, HydroPeptide helps support healthy, youthful-looking skin at every stage. It’s skincare that works hard and feels like a treat, making it a perfect fit for our results-driven, self-care-focused approach.
Dazzle Dry – The Healthy Nail Revolution
We choose Dazzle Dry for our nail services because it offers everything you want in a manicure—long-lasting wear, quick-drying time, and a beautiful, high-gloss finish—without compromising nail health. This innovative, clean-beauty system is free from harmful chemicals, vegan, and cruelty-free. It strengthens natural nails over time and dries rock-hard in just five minutes—no UV light needed. Dazzle Dry is the perfect choice for clients who want performance and wellness in one bottle.
Vital Body Therapeutics – Elevated Relief Through Plant-Based Healing
We use Vital Body Therapeutics in our massage and CBD services because of their commitment to combining natural ingredients with powerful therapeutic benefits. Their formulations feature premium, full-spectrum CBD blended with soothing botanicals and essential oils to ease muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and promote deep relaxation. Loved by both clients and professionals, these products deliver noticeable results—on the table and at home. Whether you’re looking for recovery, relief, or simply a moment of calm, Vital Body brings a thoughtful, science-backed approach to whole-body wellness.
Inner Light Creative – Candles with Heart & Intention
We love offering Inner Light Creative candles in our space because they’re so much more than beautiful scents—they’re an experience. Hand-poured in small batches and made with clean, natural ingredients, each candle is thoughtfully crafted to inspire calm, connection, and creativity. With unique fragrance blends and intentional names, Inner Light Creative brings a touch of mindfulness and warmth to any environment. They make the perfect gift—or a little something just for you.
doTERRA – Pure Essential Oils for Mind, Body & Home
We proudly offer doTERRA essential oils for their unmatched purity, potency, and therapeutic benefits. Sourced from the highest-quality plants around the world and rigorously tested for purity, doTERRA oils support overall wellness—whether you’re looking to ease stress, boost energy, improve sleep, or simply enjoy beautiful natural aromas. From diffusing in your home to incorporating into daily rituals, doTERRA makes it easy to bring the power of nature into your everyday life. These oils are a perfect extension of our holistic approach to beauty and well-being.
To book an appointment with one of our staff members, please contact us at 509-925-2500 today!
Alenté Spa / Salon
310 N Pine Street
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Phone: (509) 925-2500
Email: frontdesk@alentespa.com
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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