After a long career in the corporate world, this former CEO didn't feel like sitting on the sidelines. Her idea of fun wasn't finding a new hobby but discovering her "next act" opportunity. Dr. Treasa Turnbeaugh discusses what inspired her to launch Woodhouse Spa in St. Louis.
"I attempted a low-key retirement for a time but quickly decided that wasn't for me," said Treasa. "I began to think of my next business venture and all that I had to offer professionally and personally to a great organization. I knew I wanted to own my own business again. I kept thinking about the revitalization and respite a spa experience can bring to one's life."
Treasa recalled how her past career involved opportunities to experience luxury spas worldwide, setting the bar for her next entrepreneurial opportunity. "Health and wellness, both physically and spiritually, has been a common thread through my career and my life. I kept thinking about the spa I visited in Carmel, Indiana, which stood out above all the rest in my experience. This was Woodhouse Spa. I left that spa experience feeling like royalty. When I discovered it was a franchise, I was committed to bringing that world-class luxury experience to the St. Louis area. Suddenly, my next act was born."
The Woodhouse Spa brand has spent over twenty years caring for guests' minds, bodies, and moods. Now, it's St. Louis' turn to experience the personal touch of luxury surrounded by a mid-century modern decor within a Scandinavian aura backdrop.
"My motivation is to be a disruptor in the spa space in the St. Louis area," said Treasa. "I want to raise the community's expectations of mood and body care by providing an elevated experience for the guest that exudes pampering and luxury."
Treasa's team is dedicated to creating an immersive self-care experience for clients.
"I hold a PhD in health services research with a minor in epidemiology and three master's degrees in health, wellness, and business. I encourage lifelong learning for myself and others." Quoting Socrates, Treasa says, "Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel…and that kindling of a flame ignites the fire of passion." She added, "I have a passion for business and a passion for self-care. Woodhouse Spa Ellisville is the culmination of a lifetime of learning at the crossroads of my pension for luxury with a personal touch."
"I want our guests to come in and exhale in a sanctuary where they can have a time and place to focus just on themselves," said Treasa. "Here, you will find a full suite of luxury spa services. The experience before, during, and after sets us apart. I have been blessed with many unique experiences in my life, including attending a Royal tea party at Buckingham Palace, festivities at the House of Lords, jeep surfing the Arabian desert, attending meetings at the Pentagon and the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, speaking with governmental delegates in China, India, and Dubai. My experiences at Woodhouse Spas have been just as impressionable. I believe I am bringing something very special to St. Louis."
Behind the giant rough-hewn doors, you'll find a spa with special touches around every corner. As you sink into a fluffy robe and slippers, you can sip a glass of champagne or a soothing beverage next to the fire in the guest relaxation room or VIP room.
"We have a large variety of rejuvenating massages, body treatments, soaks, and facials - including hydra facial treatments, salt therapy, infrared sauna, red-light bed therapy, waxing, and luxury Mani-pedis with seasonal highlight offerings," said Treasa. "We offer a quiet relaxation area and VIP relaxation room for solitude and meditation before and after your treatments. We also offer a party relaxation room for groups who prefer socializing. This is not a med spa, but a luxurious day spa experience."
Son and business partner Tony Turnbeaugh oversees technology and staff development. Their team is a big focus, and they want each team member to be your ambassador of wellness. The staff has its own relaxation room—with a luxury massage chair—just for them.
Tony says he has seen firsthand how Treasa brings out the finest in those around her. "Her life is about lifting people up and bringing out the best in them. She invests in her team and mentors people to live their best lives, which translates into great customer service."
If becoming the best version of yourself sounds right, your fluffy robe and pampering tranquility are waiting. Treasa and her team at the Ellisville location invite you to put your well-being in their hands and let them show you the transformational effect of a luxury spa experience.
Woodhouse Spa is located at Manchester and Clarkson Road in Ellisville.
"We'll raise the community's expectations of mood and body care by providing an elevated experience that exudes pampering and luxury."
As you sink into a fluffy robe and slippers, you can sip a glass of champagne or a soothing beverage next to the fire in the guest relaxation room or VIP room.