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OUr STORY
Our story began long before this space ever existed.
What started as a friendship eventually grew into a shared vision built on trust, loyalty, and a passion for helping others feel their best. Before entering healthcare, we formed a friendship that would carry us through every season of life. Later, after obtaining our nursing licenses, we found ourselves working side by side again in Med Surg and ICU — experiences that strengthened not only our clinical knowledge, but also our purpose.
Through the years, we experienced life together in all its highs and lows — the milestones, challenges, growth, and everything in between. We always said we would stick together through thick and thin, and that became the foundation of everything we built.
As nurses, we saw firsthand how deeply confidence, wellness, and self-worth are connected. We wanted to create something different from the typical medical or aesthetic experience — a space where women could feel welcomed, comfortable, supported, and genuinely cared for.
From that vision, our aesthetics and wellness spa was born.
Built on friendship, compassion, and years of medical experience, our mission is to help every client feel like the most confident, radiant, and authentic version of themselves. We believe beauty is not about changing who you are — it’s about enhancing what already makes you beautiful and helping you feel your best from the inside out.
Whether someone comes to us for self-care, rejuvenation, wellness, or confidence, we want every person who walks through our doors to feel uplifted, empowered, and at home.
What began as a friendship became a dream — and that dream became a community rooted in connection, trust, and the belief that every woman deserves to feel her very best, through thick and thin.
the faces behind
the collective
cayla teague, msn, aprn, fnp-c
shea tankersley, bsn, rn
leslie hughes, msn, aprn, fnp-c
chelsey quintrell
emily tankersley
alicia jones, ma-c
teresa m. bradford, md
mandy hedgecock
taylor coleman mcclure
chelsey quintrell
Dr. Bradford is board certified in family medicine. She completed her residency training at Mountain Area Health Education Center affiliated with UNC Chapel Hill at Mission Hospitals in Asheville, NC. She received her medical degree from Medical College of Georgia and her Bachelor degree from Mercer University with a double major
in Chemistry and German.
Since 2020, Dr. Bradford has proudly served as the Medical Director of The Collective Aesthetics + Wellness, formerly known as Willow Creek Falls Med Spa, helping guide the practice’s commitment to patient safety, wellness, and exceptional aesthetic care.
Dr. Bradford enjoys being a family doctor and especially appreciates the personal connections she has with her patients. Her other interests include chocolate, science-fiction novels, and exercising. She resides in Blairsville with her two children and her husband, Keith, who is a CRNA at Union General Hospital.
teresa m. bradford, md
Meet Leslie Hughes, a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with 18 years of experience providing compassionate, patient-focused care. Leslie specializes in women’s health and hormone therapy, and she is passionate about helping patients feel their best from the inside out through personalized treatment and wellness plans.
Leslie has been part of the The Collective family for almost three years and is known for her caring nature, extensive knowledge, and commitment to making every patient feel heard and supported. Her years of experience and genuine passion for healthcare allow her to build meaningful relationships with her patients while providing exceptional care.
Outside of work, Leslie is a devoted wife, mother of two, and proud grandmother of two grandchildren. She enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, reading, and staying actively involved in her church community. Her faith, compassion, and dedication to serving others shine through in both her personal life and her career.
leslie hughes, msn, aprn, fnp-c
Cayla Teague is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, aesthetic injector, and co-founder of The Collective Aesthetics & Wellness. With over 15 years of nursing experience and a deep passion for aesthetics, wellness, and patient-centered care, Cayla brings a unique blend of medical expertise, artistry, and holistic vision to every patient experience.
Her nursing background spans multiple specialties, including Medical-Surgical, ICU, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and General Surgery, creating a strong clinical foundation that continues to shape her thoughtful and comprehensive approach to care. In 2020, alongside her best friend and business partner, Shea Wimpey, Cayla helped bring their shared vision to life — creating a space where advanced aesthetics, wellness, and genuine connection come together seamlessly.
Known for her attention to detail and natural aesthetic style, Cayla believes confidence starts from within. Her philosophy centers around helping patients feel empowered, refreshed, and cared for through individualized treatments that support both beauty and whole-body wellness. She is passionate about combining advanced aesthetic treatments with wellness optimization, hormone health, and preventative care to help patients feel their best in every season of life — through thick or thin.
Outside of the treatment room, Cayla’s greatest joy is her son, whose strength and resilience after overcoming the challenges of a congenital heart defect continue to inspire her daily. Living with Type 1 Diabetes since the age of 9, Cayla also understands firsthand the importance of perseverance, wellness, and compassionate care.
When she’s not working, you can find her enjoying beach trips, summer days, a good book, and spending time with her large, close-knit family — whom she jokingly says could have their own reality show. While naturally introverted, Cayla values meaningful relationships deeply and is fiercely loyal to those around her. For her, nursing and aesthetics are more than a career — they are a calling rooted in connection, confidence, and caring for others through every chapter of life.
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CAYLA TEAGUE, msn, aprn, fnp-c
Shea Tankersley Wimpey is a registered nurse, aesthetic injector, and co-founder whose approach to aesthetics and wellness is deeply rooted in advanced medical experience, compassionate care, and a passion for helping others feel confident in their own skin.
Before entering aesthetic medicine, Shea built a strong clinical foundation working as an ICU nurse, emergency room nurse, and home health nurse, caring for patients across some of healthcare’s most critical and vulnerable moments. These experiences shaped her meticulous attention to detail, clinical precision, and calm, patient-centered approach that now defines her work in aesthetic medicine.
After years in traditional healthcare, Shea felt called to create a different kind of healing environment — one focused not only on treating illness, but on restoring confidence, promoting wellness, and empowering women to feel like the most authentic version of themselves. Alongside her best friend and fellow nurse, she co-founded a modern aesthetics and wellness space designed to blend medical expertise with elevated
self-care.
Known for her warm presence and artistic eye, Shea specializes in natural, balanced results that enhance rather than alter. She believes aesthetic treatments should support confidence while honoring individuality, and she takes pride in developing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client’s goals, lifestyle, and unique beauty.
Clients appreciate Shea’s ability to combine medical knowledge with genuine connection, creating an experience where safety, education, and comfort are always
the priority.
Outside the treatment room, Shea enjoys time with her family and embraces the mountain lifestyle that makes the Blue Ridge community she serves feel like home.
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SHEA tankersley bsn, rn
Alicia is a dedicated Medical Assistant with a passion for aesthetics, skincare, and helping others feel confident in their own skin. With four years of experience in dermatology, she developed a strong foundation in patient care, skin health, and creating positive experiences for every individual she works with.
Now working in the med spa industry, Alicia combines her clinical background with aesthetics to help clients feel both beautiful and comfortable throughout their treatment journey. She prides herself on being compassionate, detail-oriented, and committed to providing personalized care in a welcoming environment.
Outside of the office, Alicia enjoys crafting, spending quality time with her fiancé, and being a proud dog mom to her dachshund. She values genuine connections and strives to bring warmth, professionalism, and positivity into every client experience.
ALICIA JONES, mA-C
Meet Chelsey Quintrell, Master Cosmetologist, Lash Technician, and Permanent Makeup Artist at The Collective Aesthetics + Wellness. Raised in Blue Ridge, Chelsey has been a dedicated spa professional since the age of 17. She graduated from North Georgia Technical College in 2017 and began her career specializing in hair and spa treatments before discovering her true passion for lashes, brows, and advanced aesthetics.
Chelsey holds multiple lash technician certifications and has completed advanced training. She is also a certified laser technician, microneedling expert, and licensed body artist specializing in permanent makeup services. While she offers a variety of permanent makeup treatments, her primary focus and passion is creating beautiful, customized powder brows designed to enhance each client’s natural features.
In addition to her aesthetics expertise, Chelsey completed advanced studies on SkinMedica products in 2024 and is currently pursuing her RN degree to continue expanding her knowledge and skills in the medical aesthetics field.
Chelsey welcomed her son, Jax, in 2022 and courageously overcame thyroid cancer in 2023. Her personal experiences have deepened her passion for helping others feel confident, beautiful, and empowered.
Come meet Chelsey and experience the artistry, compassion, and expertise she brings to The Collective!
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chelsey quintrell, Lash Tech
Born and raised in Blue Ridge, Emily Tankersley is a licensed esthetician passionate about helping clients feel confident in their skin through personalized, results-driven treatments. She earned her esthetics license in 2023 and began her career in the beauty and wellness industry shortly after, quickly building a loyal clientele through her attention to detail, calming approach, and dedication to continued education.
Emily specializes in customized facials, corrective skincare treatments, lash and brow services, spray tanning, and advanced skin rejuvenation treatments designed to enhance each client’s natural beauty while supporting long-term skin health. She is known for creating a relaxing, luxury experience while educating clients on proper skincare and treatment plans tailored to their individual goals.
With a passion for both aesthetics and client care, Emily is committed to helping every guest leave feeling refreshed, confident, and cared for. She continues to expand her knowledge of advanced skincare techniques and industry innovations to provide high-quality treatments and results-focused care.
Follow her on Instagram @esthetics_by.em
emily Tankersley, esthetician
Meet Mandy, one of the Front Desk Coordinators at The Collective Aesthetics + Wellness, formerly known as Willow Creek Falls Med Spa. Born and raised in Blue Ridge, Mandy brings years of experience and a warm, welcoming personality to every patient interaction. She previously worked as a women’s health receptionist and also has experience in pediatrics, making her incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive to patient care.
Mandy has been part of The Collective family for four years and is known for her bubbly personality and ability to make everyone feel comfortable the moment they walk through the door — she’s truly never met a stranger. She is an expert in creating a client experience that is both enjoyable and welcoming, helping every patient feel at ease from the moment they arrive.
Outside of work, Mandy loves spending time outdoors with her dogs, exploring the mountains, and enjoying everything small-town life in North Georgia has to offer. She also enjoys thrifting, finding unique treasures, trying new local spots, and spending quality time with her family and friends. Whether she’s at work or in her personal life, Mandy’s caring personality and positive energy shine through in everything she does.
MANDY HEDGECOCK
Taylor was born and raised in Blue Ridge and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from University of North Georgia. Since graduating, she has worked in both graphic design and beauty industry settings, allowing her to combine her creativity with her passion for all things beauty, makeup, skincare, and aesthetics.
At The Collective Aesthetics & Wellness, Taylor serves as one of the front desk coordinators and social media manager, helping create a welcoming and personalized experience for every client while bringing the brand’s vision to life online. The Collective has given her the opportunity to bring together both her creative background and love for the beauty industry in one place. She is also a bridal makeup artist and enjoys helping brides and clients feel confident, beautiful, and comfortable for some of life’s most important moments.
Outside of work, Taylor enjoys spending time with her husband and their three dogs, being out on the lake, traveling, and reading. She loves meeting new people, expressing her creativity, and being part of an industry that helps others feel confident and beautiful inside and out.
