Our Providers
Winds of Change Cosmetic Surgery
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At the heart of the Winds of Change Cosmetic Surgery practice is a team of highly skilled, compassionate providers dedicated to helping you look and feel your best. With over 20 years of experience in cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine, each member brings a unique blend of artistry, precision, and personalized care. Get to know the professionals who make your journey smooth, safe, and beautifully transformative. Schedule a procedure with us today!
Kristi Sumpter D.O.
Houston Cosmetic Surgeon
Kristi Sumpter, D.O., is a leading board-certified cosmetic and general surgeon at Winds of Change Cosmetic Surgery in Houston. Dr. Sumpter regularly performs breast surgery (including revisions, augmentations, lifts, reductions, and implant removals), abdominoplasty, mommy makeovers, eyelid surgery, filler injections, mastectomy, lumpectomy, liposuction, and much more.
Dr. Sumpter graduated from the University of Texas, and then went on to the University of North Texas in Fort Worth to earn her medical degree. Dr. Sumpter completed a general surgery residency at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan, and then did advanced training in pediatric surgery, cancer surgery, gynecology, oncology, and trauma surgery. She also served as a clinical instructor at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Following her training, Dr. Sumpter worked as a general surgeon in the Lufkin, Texas, area. During this time, she discovered a new passion that combines artistry, creativity, and surgical skill: her current specialty of cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Sumpter completed a cosmetic surgery fellowship recognized by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, in Lake Mary, Florida, and did further specialty training in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Sumpter returned to her home state of Texas to launch her own cosmetic surgery practice. She holds board certifications from the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, is a fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. She is a Diplomat of the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners. Dr. Sumpter dedicates herself fully to her patients and believes in taking the time to really listen to patient needs. She’s there for patients before, during, and after their surgery with gentle support, expert guidance, and true compassion.
She has earned the “Houston’s Top Docs” award from H Texas Magazine for many years running, ever since 2005. To get personalized care from Houston’s leading cosmetic surgeon, use online booking or call Winds of Change Cosmetic Surgery today.
Mary Kuper
MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Mary Kuper is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse practicing under the supervision of another medical professional. She earned her Master's in Family Nursing from Walden University.
Mary graduated from Texas Tech University with bachelor’s degrees in both marketing and international business. After working in finance for a few years, she earned a teaching certificate, teaching 9th and 10th grade. She began taking classes at night and in the summer to enroll in nursing school.

Mary graduated with an associate degree in nursing and went to work as a labor and delivery nurse at St. Luke’s Health, Woodlands Hospital.
She has been performing cosmetic injections throughout her time as a nurse and in 2022 earned her Master of Science in nursing.
Mary has a special eye and talent for administering cosmetic injections. She has a natural interest and passion for it, which has translated to an amazing eye and interest in each patient she sees. It’s one of many reasons Mary has such a dedicated following. Mary also offers radio frequency microneedling and PRX peels, which partner amazingly well with any injectable treatment without adding any downtime.
Tasha Picciarelli
MS, CNS, LE
As a board-certified nutrition specialist (certified by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialist), Tasha is not a typical nutritionist or dietitian. She practices Functional Medicine Nutrition. She uses customized, individualized appropriate whole-foods diet and high quality supplements to support the body’s innate ability to heal itself. She also provides lifestyle counseling and advises on other natural therapies. She is deeply compassionate about her work and dedicated to helping patients achieve goals. She sees patients of all ages.
Tasha Picciarelli is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of Bridgeport where she obtained her Master of Science in Functional Medicine Nutrition. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Food Science with Dietetics where she graduated Summa Cum Laude from Montclair University in New Jersey. She is trained in the principles of Evidence-Based Clinical Nutrition, Metabolics, Biochemistry, Functional Medicine and Nutritional Genomics.
She is a member of the American College of Nutrition and the American Nutrition Association.
Tasha is originally from the Houston area and was, prior to her schooling, the first clinical aesthetics at Winds of Change. Tasha is a perfect compliment to the existing services including our surgery, skin care, massage and injectable services. With Functional Nutrition, all results can improve!
In her free time, Tasha enjoys traveling with her husband, cooking and yoga.
Vivian Alexatos
Massage Therapist
Vivian Alexatos joined Winds of Change as our massage therapist in 2012. Vivian Alexatos joined our staff as our first massage therapist. Vivian is licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services and a graduate of Cy-Fair College. Vivian brings a boundless, positive healing energy through her wonderful hands. She is dedicated to the continuing development of her craft and skills. There are few massage therapists that are as passionate and dedicated about continuing education and training as Vivian is. We feel very comfortable saying she is one of the best massage therapists in Houston!
She offers true lymphatic drainage massage, therapeutic relaxation massages, deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, myofascial massage among other massage therapies. These treatments offer healing from surgery, injury, illness and boost physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
