A New Hampshire native, Staci McCarthy RN, BSN is a licensed Registered Nurse with over ten years of cosmetic laser experience. Upon receiving her nursing degree from Clemson University in 1992, Staci worked in a hospital setting in Denver, Colorado before owning and operating seven successful assisted living homes for twelve years. Upon the sale of her business, Staci moved back to New Hampshire with her husband and two children where she worked in labor and delivery before beginning her career in Medical Aesthetics in 2008.

For the past 10 years, Staci has worked in a Medical laser clinic where she gained extensive training and experience. In addition to her practical work experience, Staci received professional training and holds certifications from Syneron/Candela, the leading manufacturer of medical lasers, Allergan Pharmaceuticals and the National Laser Institute. Staci is certified to operate over ten different class I-IV lasers. She also holds certifications for advanced injections and has completed the Allergan Medical Facial Aesthetics Master Course training program. Staci’s personalized approach and dedication to her clients is her passion. She enjoys helping her clients boost their confidence and takes great pride in helping her clients feel better about themselves.

Darlaine Laviolette, APRN, CNM, MSN, is a co-owner of LIFE Medi Spa and serves as its Medical Director, overseeing all clinical treatments and ensuring the highest standards of care. With an incredible passion for helping people live their best LIFE, she looks forward to coming to work each day knowing she can make a positive difference.

Darlaine’s journey into aesthetics is rooted in a long and dedicated career in healthcare. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (2001) and Master of Science in Nursing (2004) from the University of New Mexico and spent nearly 20 years practicing as a Certified Nurse Midwife. This experience deeply informs her approach to patient care—grounded in compassion, trust, and a commitment to helping individuals feel empowered, validated, and safe.

She is passionate about educating clients on all that LIFE Medi Spa has to offer and guiding them in choosing treatment plans that align with their personal aesthetic goals. While some clients seek enhancement, many are looking to restore or maintain their natural beauty, ultimately improving confidence and overall well-being.

Since co-founding LIFE in 2018, Darlaine has completed extensive advanced training with leading aesthetic companies, including Allergan, Candela, Aesthetics Biomedical, Plasma MD, and BTL Aesthetics. In an ever-evolving field, she remains committed to continuous learning and growth, combining proven treatments with the latest technologies to deliver optimal outcomes and an exceptional client experience.

Born in New York, raised in New Mexico, and now living in New Hampshire, Darlaine often jokes that she may need to spend time in New Jersey just to complete the “new” states. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, reading, traveling, and exploring new experiences. She is supported by her husband and their three children, who continue to inspire and motivate her every day.

Kerri has been a licensed esthetician for over 30 years.  She first fell in love with aesthetics after suffering as a teenager with embarrassing acne which led to those awful emotions of not feeling comfortable in her own skin.  Following two rounds of Accutane, she began receiving monthly facials and that is when she knew she had found her calling.  She enjoys treating all types of skin issues and has a special place in her heart for adolescents.  She believes in the healing power of touch.  Naturally, she likes to help people look their best, but most importantly she loves to help people feel their best.

Kerri graduated from Elizabeth Grady School of Esthetics in 1991 and has been practicing ever since.  She also holds a medical assisting certification from North Shore Community College.  Her extensive skills have been applied and mastered in several different settings.  After spending 20 years working at Elizabeth Grady, she went on to start an esthetic practice within a dermatology practice allowing her the opportunity to be trained by some of the most talented dermatology clinicians in Massachusetts.  Following the pandemic, Kerri felt it was time to open her own business.  Since 2020, she has been operating K. Maher Esthetics in Wakefield, MA.

Lucky for LIFE…Kerri and her husband have purchased a home in Meredith!  She will be offering her extensive expertise at LIFE on Thursdays and Friday’s.

Paula is a Lakes Region native, a graduate of Plymouth State College with a BS in Education. She has an extensive history in the service industry as well as management. She has first-hand experience in esthetics medicine and the inner workings and benefits of next-level skincare. She has a passion for helping others and is looking forward to helping you achieve your best you.