Local Care, Community Focused
Proudly serving The Forgotten Coast
Vitality Wellness started right here, on an unhurried stretch of Florida the rest of the world tends to pass right by. We think that’s exactly what makes it special, and it shapes the way we care for people.
Here, care isn’t measured by how many patients we can fit in a day. We know the people we treat as neighbors, and we built this place so that complete, personal care could finally live close to home. They call this the Forgotten Coast. Here, no one is forgotten.
And as we’ve grown inland to Tallahassee, that same unhurried, personal care comes with us, because feeling truly known shouldn’t depend on where you live.
“I started Vitality Wellness to create a place where people feel truly heard and truly cared for, inside and out. Nothing means more to me than watching someone get their energy, their health, and their confidence back.”
— Katie Marks, APRN, Founder
You are one whole person
Your health, your hormones, and the way you feel in your skin are all connected, so we care for them together.
Time is the foundation of good care
When nothing is rushed, we can listen fully, ask the deeper questions, and truly understand you.
Good care is a relationship
We’re here for the long run, learning your history and goals so your care grows right alongside you.
The Team Behind Your Care
The people you’ll come to know by name, and who’ll come to know you.
Katie Marks, APRN
Founder
Katie is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, local to Apalachicola, with over 15 years of experience across emergency medicine, vascular surgery, and primary care. She has a passion for aesthetics and, above all, for helping people — she believes looking your best translates to feeling your best, and it’s her goal to help you embrace self-love and confidence.
Cassie Davis, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner
Cassie is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with nearly two decades of clinical experience, practicing since 2005. She provides comprehensive, patient-centered care with a specialized focus on medical weight management and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). She has a particular passion for serving rural and underserved communities, emphasizing individualized treatment plans, patient education, and long-term wellness.
Emily Spear, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Emily is a nurse practitioner with 10 years of experience across women’s health, family practice, and vascular surgery. Her passion is helping others look and feel their best, and she’s committed to treating patients with kindness and building strong relationships that help them reach their aesthetic and wellness goals.
Dr. Tamara Marsh, DPM
Podiatric Physician
Dr. Marsh is a board-certified podiatric physician with over 25 years of experience treating medical and surgical conditions of the lower extremity. She’s committed to helping patients improve mobility through a holistic, compassionate, and conservative approach to care.
MEET
Our Staff
Jessica Lyda
Jessica is a licensed esthetician with over 20 years of experience. Originally from Georgia, she studied medical esthetics at Central Georgia Technical College and continued at the Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics. Now based in Tallahassee, she’s passionate about helping clients feel confident in their skin.
Carley Ward
Carlie Rae is a licensed esthetician specializing in custom facials, microneedling, waxing, and more. Since 2024, she has been passionate about skincare and helping clients feel confident in their skin. She especially enjoys microneedling and creating personalized experiences for each client. Outside of Vitality Wellness, Carly loves the beach, hiking, and embracing the outdoors. She is grateful to be part of the Vitality Wellness team and excited to continue expanding her expertise and growing within the industry.
Leisa Pickett
Leisa is a newly licensed aesthetician dedicated to enhancing natural beauty and promoting healthy skin through personalized skincare. She specializes in customized facials and advanced skin therapies, with a focus on client education and helping each person achieve radiant, glowing skin.
Brittany Johnson
Brittany is a licensed massage therapist with over 12 years of experience. She has a passion for helping others through therapeutic touch to reduce stress, recover from an injury, or simply relax. Brittany specializes in Swedish Massage and brings a calm intuitive approach to each session to meet your specific needs. She is an Apalachicola native and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Erin Fowler, LMT
Erin is a Florida native and licensed massage therapist(LMT) with six years of experience helping people feel better in their bodies, support recovery, ease chronic tension, and improve overall well-being. She specializes in a range of modalities, including myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue and sports massage, as well as Swedish and Thai techniques. She enjoys therapeutic massage and holistic healing, creating a space where everyone can relax, reset, and feel cared for.
Laura Pierce, LPN
Laura is a Licensed Practical Nurse with 15 years of nursing experience, including 13 years in primary care. As a local to the area, she is proud to serve the community she calls home. She now combines her strong medical foundation with aesthetic and wellness services, prioritizing safety, education, and personalized care. Laura is passionate about helping clients feel confident, comfortable, and supported throughout their journey.
Leanna Nowling, LPN
Leanna is a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 23 years of experience. She is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care. Raised in Franklin County, her strong faith and devotion to family serve as the foundation of both her life and her work. Spending time with her grandchildren brings her the greatest joy and continually inspires the care, compassion, and dedication she brings to her patients each day.
Jessica Ison
Jessica is a licensed massage therapist with a focus on relaxation and overall well-being. Her approach incorporates gentle, nurturing techniques to ease tension, encourage deep relaxation, and promote a sense of balance. She is also newly certified in LuminEssence Face Lifting Massage, a natural, hands-on approach to facial rejuvenation. Jessica enjoys creating a peaceful, restorative experience where clients can unwind and feel cared for.
Mariana Oneal
I’m Marina, a licensed esthetician and tattoo artist born and raised in Franklin County, Florida. I have a passion for brow artistry, fine-line tattooing, and permanent makeup, especially lip blush. What I love most about my work is the confidence it can bring. My mission with every service I provide is to help others feel comfortable in their own skin and appreciate the beauty that was already there.
Farren Newman
Farren is a Port Saint Joe local that brings a warm, welcoming energy to every appointment. As a licensed esthetician and electrologist, she loves helping clients feel comfortable, confident, and excited about their skin. Her goal is to always make each skincare and laser treatment feel easy, supportive, and tailored to each client.
You’re part of the community we call home, and our team is here for you through every season. We’re honored to care for you.
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Brittany Johnson
Brittany is a licensed massage therapist with over 12 years of experience. A native of Apalachicola, she has a passion for helping others through therapeutic touch — reducing stress, supporting recovery from injury, or simply helping clients relax — bringing a calm, intuitive approach to every session.
Erin Fowler, LMT
Erin is a Florida native and licensed massage therapist with six years of experience in a chiropractic setting. She specializes in myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue and sports massage, and Swedish and Thai techniques, creating a space where clients can relax, reset, and feel cared for.
Laura Pierce, LPN
Laura is a Licensed Practical Nurse with 15 years of nursing experience, including 13 years in primary care. A local to the area, she combines a strong medical foundation with aesthetic and wellness services, prioritizing safety, education, and personalized care.
Leanna Nowling, LPN
Leanna is a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 23 years of experience, committed to compassionate, high-quality patient care. Raised in Franklin County, her faith and devotion to family are the foundation of both her life and her work.
