About The Owner
Christina is the founder and visionary behind Driftwood Day Spa, where modern luxury and wellness intertwine to create a sanctuary of balance, beauty, and restoration. With a passion for elevating industry standards Christina is deeply committed to integrity, education, and the artistry of self-care.
Since opening Driftwood Day Spa, and even prior to, Christina has received much recognition on a city, state and country wide level. She was the first (and remains the only) Georgia recipient to win a scholarship from AMTA, the most prestigious Massage Therapy Association in the country. She graduated at the top of her class with over 14 certifications and has since added over 1000+ hours of continuing education in a wide of array of modalities including but not limited to Medical Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Post Operative Care, Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy, and so much more. The passion she has for her craft is profound and to this day she is constantly increasing her knowledge and provides care to clients that have been apart of her journey since the very beginning, proudly.
In addition to leading Driftwood, Christina mentors beauty and wellness professionals, and to overall aspiring entrepreneurs. She offers continuing education classes designed to empower others to refine their craft, strengthen their purpose, and build brands rooted in authenticity. Her mission is to inspire growth and excellence within her spa, her students, and the wider wellness community.
Christina doesn't stop there. She is on a personal mission to elevate and transform the spa industry with purpose and integrity from the inside out. With a heart for education and empowerment, she strives to inspire providers to also recognize their worth, embrace excellence, and never settle for less than they deserve. Her vision extends beyond her own spa as she aims to influence lasting change across the industry and its entirety, advocating for healthier work environments, fair compensation, and genuine client inclusivity. Christina is deeply committed to being the driving force to shift the industry in a way it has needed for decades in creating a future where passion, purpose, and professionalism thrive together.
The Art of Giving Back
Where creativity, purpose, and a very personal story meet.
The artwork adorning the walls of Driftwood Day Spa is more than part of our aesthetic; it is deeply personal.
Each abstract piece featured throughout Driftwood’s exclusive in-house gallery is an original work created by owner and founder, Christina McLarty. From the vision behind the spa to the art that fills its walls, Christina’s creativity is woven intentionally into the Driftwood experience.
But behind the gallery is a story that began long before Driftwood ever existed.
In 1991, at just 18 months old, Christina was adopted by her grandparents, Helen-Annette and Gary, two people who made the decision to step in, give her a home, and ultimately change the trajectory of her life.
That story is the heart behind The Gary Annette Foundation, named in their honor.
Christina knows firsthand what it means for someone to choose to step up for a child. She also knows that not every child is fortunate enough to have someone in their life who is able to do the same. The foundation, and this collection in particular, is a small way of honoring the two people who stepped up for her while extending that love to children within Georgia’s foster care system.
Every piece displayed in the Driftwood Gallery is created exclusively by Christina and is available for purchase directly through Driftwood Day Spa, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting The Gary Annette Foundation and its mission to give back to children in Georgia foster care.
For Christina, these paintings represent far more than creativity. They represent gratitude. Legacy. And the belief that something beautiful can become an opportunity to do something beautiful for someone else.
So when a piece speaks to you, you aren’t simply taking home original artwork from Driftwood.
You’re taking home a piece of Christina’s story, and helping write a little more hope into someone else’s.
