Our Team
Where expertise, passion, and relaxation come together to create your perfect escape.
Audrey B. Harper , LF, PMU
OWNER
Audrey is an aesthetician and permanent make-up artist with over 20 years experience in the beauty industry. She began working as a manager for a local Aveda salon chain before winning a scholarship to go to the Aveda Institute de Bellas Artes where she was the head of her class. A long time passion for beauty, skin care, and achieving the perfect eyebrow lead her to gaining her licensure with the state of New Mexico in Permanent Makeup Tattooing. Hundreds of hours of specialized training in microblading, permanent make up, and tattoo removal soon followed. Now a globally certified PMU Educator, she splits her time between Atomic Beauty Company, and traveling to teach her permanent make-up skills at home and abroad.
Samantha Reece
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & GUEST EXPERIENCE
As Director of Operations, Samantha is dedicated to creating a seamless, welcoming, and exceptional experience for every guest who walks through our doors. From overseeing the daily operations of the spa, to ensuring every detail runs smoothly behind the scenes, she is passionate about providing an environment where both clients and practitioners can thrive.
As on of the first friendly faces you will meet,Samantha believe that outstanding service begins the moment you make your appointment. Whether she is helping you choose the perfect treatment, answering questions, or making sure your visit is effortless from start to finish, her goal is to ensure every guest feels valued, comfortable, and genuinely cared for.
With a strong background in hospitality, organization, and client care, Samantha is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism while fostering a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere. She takes pride in helping create a spa experience where every visit leaves guests feeling refreshed, appreciated, and eager to return.
Andrea Chavez
HAIR STYLIST
Andrea is a master stylist and has been licensed since 2006. Specializing in color, cuts and perms, she loves creating looks for her clients and achieving their individual goals. You can give Andrea full creative control, or you can work together to cut the perfect hair for you.
Sabine Otero, LMT
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Sabine is a licensed massage therapist who has served the greater Albuquerque area since 2007. She has completed advanced training in a wide range of modalities, including deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, and other evidence-informed techniques. Her practice is grounded in a clinical understanding of anatomy, biomechanics and pain management, allowing her to design highly effective, outcome-based treatment plans for each client. Sabine entered the field of massage therapy after transitioning from a traditional business environment. While initially drawn to the profession for its flexibility, she quickly discovered a deep affinity for therapeutic bodywork and has since devoted herself to helping clients manage pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. Over the course of her career, Sabine has worked in both clinical and spa settings throughout Valencia and Bernalillo counties. Her experience includes collaboration with other health professionals to support clients dealing with chronic conditions, postural imbalances, repetitive stress injuries, and recovery from physical trauma. Sabine joined Harper’s Valley Spa after connecting with owner Audrey Harper during a professional bodywork exchange. Their shared values in client care and therapeutic excellence led to an immediate and lasting professional partnership. Her approach to massage is personalized and data-informed. Each session is tailored to meet the specific musculoskeletal needs of the client, with a focus on therapeutic outcomes and long-term wellness. Sabine is committed to ongoing professional development and brings both skill and clinical insight to every treatment she provides.
Sara Elizabeth, LMT
MASSAGE THERAPIST
With 12 years experience, Sara brings a deeply compassionate and intuitive approach to massage therapy. She believes that true healing happens when the body and mind are supported together, and she is passionate in helping clients find relief, restoration, and balance through intentional bodywork.
Sara specializes in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Deep Tissue Massage, Polarity Therapy, Prenatal and Postpartum Massage, Infant Massage, Cupping Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, and fully customized intuitive treatments designed around each client’s individual needs. She is also trained in trauma-informed massage therapy, creating a safe, supportive environment where every client feels respected, empowered, and cared for.
Whether you are seeking targeted therapeutic work, support through pregnancy or postpartum recover, or simply a restorative experience tailored specifically to you, Sara is dedicated to meeting you where you are and helping you move towards a greater health, comfort, and peace.
Lourdes Arrelanes
Lou is a licensed esthetician and proud graduate of the Aveda Institute of New Mexico, Class of 2023. Her journey into the world of skincare has been rooted in a deep passion for wellness, self-care, and helping others feel confident in their skin.
Lou is incredibly excited to join the team at Harper’s Valley Spa, where she will be continuing to grow both personally and professionally. For her, being an esthetician is more than just providing treatments- it’s about creating a space where clients feel seen, supported, and genuinely cared for.
Building meaningful connections and helping people feel their best is what she love most about this work. Lou is committed to ongoing education and staying up to date with the latest techniques, so she can offer customized, effective treatments that reflect each client’s unique needs.
Lou looks forward to meeting you and being part of your self-care journey!
ESTHETICIAN
Sky Jones
A licensed esthetician and a 2021 graduate of Toni & Guy in Albuquerque, NM. She specializes in custom facials, acne-prone skin, barrier repair and use Santi’s Skincare to support healthy, radiant skin with gentle, science-backed ingredients. Sky also offer face and full-body waxing, lash lifts & tints, brow lamination, and tinting.
Her own experience with acne in her late teens and early twenties shaped the way she cares for skin. Sky aims to create a space where clients can relax, feel nurtured, and reconnect with themselves through simple, thoughtful skin rituals.
ESTHETICIAN
Morgan Butt
Morgan is a licensed esthetician and a graduate of Paul Mitchell in 2025 with a passion for creating treatments that nurture both the skin and the senses. She loves helping her clients achieve deep relaxation while creating a comfortable, welcoming environment where they can feel confident their skin.
A dedicated lifelong learner, Morgan is committed to continuing education and staying current with the latest techniques, treatments, and advancements in the skincare industry. Her thoughtful approach combines relaxation with results, allowing each client to leave feeling refreshed, cared for, and confident.
ESTHETICIAN