We are experienced professionals committed to providing our clients with personalized,
youth-enhancing treatments in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.
Our pure and simple mission is to make you look younger and feel sensational!

About our team ...

KATIE KAFFAI.  Warmth. Presence. Passion.
Owner / Med Spa Director

"I want to make the world more beautiful, one face at a time," says Katie. "I hope to make a difference in how people experience beauty, health and youthfulness."

As owner of LivingYoung, Katie has created an oasis of relaxation and serenity where beautiful things happen every day. The facility itself reflects her passion to provide exceptional treatments in an atmosphere that is both exhilarating and soothing. A model for the past 8 years, Katie knows the importance of beautiful skin and has acquired the skills and training to enable others to look their very best. She is a licensed Medical Esthetician and Electrologist, a certified IPL Technician and has her CME in Advanced Laser. View Katie's portfolio at www.katekaffai.com. License EO 1482

DR. EDDIE ARISS, M.D.   Compassionate. Caring. Competent.
Medical Director, LivingYoung
Proven Weight Loss Physician
Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Physician

"Patient safety and satisfaction are my two top priorities," says Dr. Ariss. "As Medical Director at LivingYoung, I am fastidious about making sure our Med Spa has standards of quality second to none. I am truly excited to be involved in the prevention of illness, as well as the improvement of client's self-image by helping people lose weight and become healthier."

Dr. Ariss graduated from medical school at Michigan State University, completing his residency in Family Medicine at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg. He was elected to serve as Chief Resident and became board certified during his final year. Dr. Ariss has been practicing Emergency Medicine for the last 8 years in the Bay area, and is passionate about caring for the acutely ill, as well as those devastated by the long-term effects of obesity. "Now, instead of treating obesity-caused diseases, I have the opportunity to help prevent them. I'm enjoying helping people change their lives," he says.

DR. ERNEST McDOWELL. Skillful. Sincere. Personable.
Clinician, Board Certified Orthodontist

"Happy faces and big smiles transform people," says Dr. McDowell. "I love having the skill and ability to transform the way people look and feel about themselves."

As a practicing orthodontist for more than 21 years in Pinellas County, Dr. McDowell is an expert in facial anatomy. So it is no wonder that he has expanded his repertoire of skills to include great faces as well as great smiles! With advanced training in Botox and Dermal Fillers, Dr. McDowell has a steady hand and creative eye when it comes to using these injectables. Dr. McDowell loves making people look fabulous and it shows in his calm, comforting and caring manner.

LINDA RHODES.  Attentive. Calm. Serene
Licensed Medical Esthetician

"I have the best job in the world," says Linda. "I am very passionate about skin care. Every day I get to indulge my passion by pampering clients with the best skin care treatments on earth!"

A licensed Medical Esthetician, Linda offers our clients soothing treatments and is attentive to the smallest details. She has advanced medical training in the latest anti-aging treatments and will help guide you through the maze of products and skin care modalities to customize a treatment plan for optimal results. A graduate of the American Institute of Beauty, Linda continues her education to stay abreast of current trends in the skin care industry. A former make-up artist and Beauty Specialist at Victoria's Secret, she looks forward to meeting your needs. License #FB9724987

SHAWN DAUGHTRY. Strong. Capable. Magical.
Massage Therapist

"I've been told I have magic hands," says Shawn, "but really there's no magic involved ... Just a deep desire to give specialized massages that soothe both body and soul."

Shawn is a masterful masseuse. A graduate of The Humanities School of Massage at Cortiva University, she specializes in deep tissue massage, neuromuscular therapy, myofacial release techniques, therapeutic and Swedish massages.  More than just a stress-relieving, muscle-relaxing experience, Shawn’s massages heal the body and stoke the spirit with long-lasting benefits. License # MA47698