Therèse McPherson, RN
Founder & Clinical Director
Therèse is the Founder and CEO of The Beauty Initiative and a Registered Nurse with a background in healthcare leadership, clinical nursing, and wellness. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a specialization in Health and Wellness and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She also completed a postgraduate Perinatal Intensive Care Nursing Program and is currently completing her Master of Nursing in Health Systems Leadership and Administration at the University of Toronto.
Her clinical experience includes managing multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams across physiotherapy and chiropractic clinics, as well as working in hospital settings in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Therese later founded The Beauty Initiative, a medical aesthetics and wellness clinic focused on evidence-informed treatments and patient-centered care. She is also passionate about mentorship and education, supporting nurses and students across health-related professions.
CNO License #22500526
Sabeena Senthoorvasan, RN
Sabeena is a Registered Nurse with over two years of experience working in the Emergency Department and is currently expanding her skills in the field of medical aesthetics. Her clinical background has helped her develop strong IV insertion skills while caring for a wide range of patients. She is passionate about helping clients feel their best and strives to make every IV therapy experience smooth, comfortable, and positive.
CNO License #23762091
Lillian Mbugua, RN
Lillian is a Registered Nurse and Master of Nursing student at the University of Toronto with over six years of nursing experience across diverse clinical settings. Her clinical background includes strong skills in patient assessment, safety-focused care, and IV therapy initiation and monitoring, supporting a safe and professional approach to aesthetic treatments. She also has a strong interest in medical aesthetics. Lillian is committed to providing patient-centered care and helping clients achieve natural, confidence-enhancing results.
CNO License #19179773
Vaishnavi Sivananth, RN
Lead IV Therapy Nurse
Vaishnavi is a Registered Nurse with a strong academic background and a focus on patient-centered healthcare. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto, where she pursued a double major in Physiology and Health & Disease alongside a minor in Psychology. She later earned her Bachelor of Nursing from Trent University, building the clinical foundation that supports her work across both hospital and wellness-focused settings.
She currently works as a Surgical Oncology Nurse, caring for patients undergoing complex cancer treatments and recovery. In addition to her hospital role, Vaishnavi is also involved in medical aesthetics and wellness entrepreneurship, where she brings a clinical and preventative perspective to treatments that support both health and self-confidence. Her approach emphasizes thoughtful, evidence-informed care while recognizing the connection between physical well-being, confidence, and quality of life.
CNO License #22530398
Lakshmi Asokan, RN
Lakshmi is a Registered Nurse currently working in Paediatrics and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto in Life Sciences, studying Human Biology and Psychology, and later completed the University of Toronto’s Accelerated Nursing Program.
She is currently expanding her training in medical aesthetics and is passionate about patient safety, evidence-based care, and helping clients feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.
CNO License #23639902
Stephanie Bilko, RN
Stephanie is a Registered Nurse with a background in kinesiology and critical care. She completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo and her accelerated nursing degree at Trent University. Stephanie began her career on a surgical unit at Mount Sinai Hospital before completing her Critical Care Certification through The Michener Institute. She now works in the ICU at Toronto General Hospital, where she is trained in advanced therapies including ECMO and dialysis, and brings her clinical expertise to administering IV therapies in the wellness setting.
CNO License #22506637
KATE Farrell, rn
Kate was born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and followed her passion for nursing from the East Coast to Toronto. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Dalhousie University, including a final clinical placement at Vancouver General Hospital, she began her nursing career at the QEII Hospital in Halifax.
In 2024, Kate moved to Toronto, where she now works in critical care at Toronto General Hospital. Throughout her journey as a Registered Nurse, she has been inspired by the connection between medicine and wellness. She believes that feeling your best starts from within and is dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable experience for every client.
CNO License #24874879