Come and enjoy our relaxed atmosphere and meet our highly qualified staff. With more than forty years of combined experience, they can confer with you regarding all your beauty and aging needs. These professionals have been trained in the latest state–of- the-art technology within the aesthetic industry. Our Medical Director, a licensed physician, oversees all treatments. Our team exudes high levels of creativity, talent, skill and commitment to service.

Dr. Gina G. La Prova, MD is a board certified graduate of Brown University Medical School and has had extensive training in all the procedures offered at Agape. She is also an Assistant Professor at Brown University and a member of the American Academy of Laser Medicine and the American College of Phlebology. Dr. LaProva is a preceptor with the Lumenis Laser Company, teaching other medical professionals on the usage of lasers and is the Medical Director for Agape Medical Spa & Weight Loss Center in Warwick.

Paul A. Mallari, PA is a member of the Society of Dermatology Physicians Assistant, commissioned by the NCCPA, member of the AAPA organization, member of the American College of Phlebology (treatment of veins). Paul is a Dermatology Physician Assistant licensed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. He has 8 years of clinical experience in Laser Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, as well as cosmetic medical procedures. He is highly respected as a pioneer in his field and was the first in the area to perform Vaser LipoSelection, SmartLipo and the Contour Thread Lift and Microlipo fat transfer.

Dina Castellucci – Spa Manager
Dina has over 10 years in customer service and retail experience, and she is on the phones and in-house at the front desk every day ready to serve our clients. Whether you are interested in booking an appointment, in need of a gift card, or you have questions about the services or products we offer, Dina is more than happy to assist you with any needs you may have. Dina greets each client with a smile and takes special care to ensure that every client leaves Agape happy and satisfied!

Christine Bierman – Laser Technician & Nutritionist/Weight Loss Consultant
Educated in N.Y. state with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Dietetics with 30 years of experience in the field of Nutrition. Christine is also our resident expert laser technician.  She is certified and trained in all of our advanced laser and thermage procedures and has been treating patients for over 7 years. Patients can feel comfortable and assured of receiving a complete and thorough approach for laser treatments or nutritional counseling with her.

Michele DeCristofaro – Weight Loss Consultant
Over 13 years in the medical field. Living proof that the Agape Weight Loss programs work. Michele has lost 25 lbs and kept it off!

Lana Novak – Licensed Medical Esthetician                                                                       A graduate of Arthur Angelo in 1998, Lana has over 9 years of active esthetic experience. She is proficient in all of our advanced esthetic treatments from facials and waxing to microdermabrasion and chemical peels.  She is also well known for her wonderfully soothing and relaxing touch and massage.  Lana will get you looking and feeling great in no time!

Stephanie Nunes – Licensed Medical Esthetician
Stephanie is a graduate of the Arthur Angelo 2005 Masters Program and is licensed in RI and MA. Stephanie is proficient in all of our effective skin treatments, and she also gives advise and knowledge to our patients
Neal Chace – Licensed Massage Therapist, LCMT
A 1991 graduate of the Bancroft school of massage . He has been providing massage and other body treatments for over 16 years. He has provided quality service for Jai Alai players in Newport at the 3 seasons. Extensive time at Foxwoods resort spa as well as several years at the Norwich Inn. He is well versed in all treatments including: Swedish massage, Sports, Deep tissue Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Reiki, Polarity and all body wraps and scrubs. Feel free to benefit form knowledge of healing and relaxation that he has provided for thousands of clients. Find out why his clients feel his treatments are some of the best they have ever had!

Melanie Fernandez – Licensed Massage Therapist, LMT
Licensed and nationally certified massage therapist. Graduated from CCRI 's Theraputic massage program in 2006. Member in good standing of the American Massage Therapy Association and can speak fluent spanish.

Courtney Wassel – Licensed Massage Therapist, LMT

Courtney Wassel graduated from Elmira College with her BA in Psychology in 2002. After graduation she attended the Finger Lakes School of Massage in Ithaca, NY, where she completed a 1000 hour program in Swedish Massage and Hydrotherapy. Her first job in massage was working on a luxury cruise line by the name of Silver Seas Cruises. She spent a month training in London with this company and then cruised around Europe and South America. Courtney has been with us since returning from sea.

Laurie Testaverde – Licensed Medical Esthetician, Permanent Make-up