Jessica Jukuri
Owner
Owner, Licensed Massage Therapist, Licensed Cosmetologist. Jessica is a graduate of the Institute of Natural Therapies and Northern Michigan University, Continued education through C.A.R.E. Clinic, Aveda, Body Talk System, CFT Global Team, and Oola Life Coach Certification Program.
Jessica specializes in Craniosacral Fascial Therapy for Adults, Children and Infants. Body Talk Technique, The Raindrop Technique® using Young Living essential oils, Vitaflex, and Emotional Release Technique. Through 20 years of hands-on bodywork, Jessica found her passion for challenging body conditions, recovering past and present injuries, physical and emotional pain management. She infuses her bodywork techniques/experience, trainings, life coaching and personal healing journey to help others navigate whole body healing. Jessica’s interests include self-research/education on whole body wellness, essential oils, the outdoors (especially shores of the lake or ocean) and traveling. Jessica enjoys time with her family – husband David and four sweet and spicy kids.
We are meant to thrive, not just survive.
Christine Tacoma
Licensed Massage Therapist
Licensed Massage Therapist. Christine is a graduate of the Institute of Natural Therapies and is offering Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point and Aromatherapy Massage at the Spa. She Especially enjoys helping clients find relief from head, neck, and shoulder pain, as well as headache issues. Christine is fascinated by the peaceful and inviting environment present at J. Jukuri Spa and Salon and the healthy sense of well-being in each contractor. Working with the Spa and Salon encourages her to enhance her own life with the products and services offered and to enlighten others with the promising results of Aveda and Young Living Essential Oils. Her interests include playing piano, drawing, and spending time outside.
Monnie Bigelow
Cosmetologist
Monnie is a graduate of Houghton Lake Institute of Cosmetology. She has been in the beauty industry for 18 years. Making people look and feel good about themselves is the most rewarding part of her job. She enjoys a good challenge whether it’s a great haircut or a fabulous hair color makeover. The best compliment is someone else complimenting her work. She has attended hair shows in Las Vegas and Chicago to ensure that she stays current with the latest trends. When Monnie isn’t at the salon you can find her boating, golfing, and spending time with her family. She looks forward to making you feel amazing!
Kelly Kitti
Licensed Massage Therapist
Licensed Massage Therapist. Kelly is a 2023 graduate of Five Elements Integrative Therapy Academy and a 2004 graduate of the Inland Massage Institute of Spokane, WA. She offers Swedish, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral Fascial Therapy, Unwind method, and the Raindrop Technique. Kelly prefers a light to moderate touch (but can use a deeper touch if necessary). Hands & feet are probably her favorite area to work on because they’re often overworked & neglected.
She grew up local, spent many years away as a military spouse, and has settled back into her roots here. She enjoys her grandchildren, her dogs, arts & crafts, hiking, kayaking, and being where the water meets the shore.
Kelly prefers a light to moderate touch (but can use a deeper touch if necessary). Hands & feet are probably her favorite area to work on because they’re often overworked & neglected.
She grew up local, spent many years away as a military spouse, and has settled back into her roots here. She enjoys her grandchildren, her dogs, arts & crafts, hiking, kayaking, and being where the water meets the shore.
Karyn Ruohonen-Rudak
Avesa Practitioner, Reiki Master & Teacher
Karyn is available for appointments by request in the summer months – June through August. Certified Avesa Practitioner, Reiki Master & Teacher, Integrated Listening System Practitioner, Certified Provider Bone Conduction-The Listening Program. Karyn has received training from The C.A.R.E. Institute on Emotional Clearing with Young Living Essential Oils, the Raindrop Technique®, and VitaFlex. Karyn has also taken classes in Intuitive Kinesiology and Emotional Release. One of her passions is emotional health, and she has a Bachelor’s Degree in English/Psychology and a Master’s Degree in School Counseling. Another passion is to teach others about Young Living Essential Oils, wellness and emotional wellness. Karyn provides Reiki, Avesa Balancing, Emotional Wellness Sessions, VitaFlex Sessions, Neuroauricular Technique Sessions, Zyto And ITovi Scans. Her interests include photography, reading, being outdoors, self improvement, and spending family time with her husband and two kids.
Juliana Johnson
Licensed Massage Therapist
Mackenzie Poyhonen
COSMETOLOGIST
JENNA SULISZ
Licensed Esthetician
Taylor
RECEPTIONIST
Taylor started working for J.Jukuri last summer as a receptionist. Taylor enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outdoors, DIY projects, and photography. Working at J. Jukuri is helping her explore careers in health and wellness while also gaining knowledge on the many services and products the spa and salon has to offer.
JAMIE AHOLA
Licensed Massage Therapist
This is Jamie Ahola, LMT, a recent graduate of Five Elements Integrative Therapy Academy. I have enjoyed my time as a student intern at J. Jukuri Spa and Salon so much I have come back to offer services as a Licensed Massage Therapist. I love to try my hands at all of the various techniques I have learned throughout my experience at the academy and working as a massage therapist. Some of my techniques involve assisted stretching, acupressure, massage, and trigger point therapy. Any of these techniques can be customized for anyone’s needs, whether you want to calm your nervous system, recover from an injury, or take time for yourself to relax. I come from a background in dentistry with many years of experience and really enjoy working with the head and neck and assisting people with their TMJ issues. I aim to keep a safe and comfortable space for my clients and listen with an open mind. By providing my best efforts, I would love to help you reach your goals.
Kathryn Eskola
Licensed Massage Therapist
Licensed massage therapist, myofascial and cranial sacral therapist. Kathryn graduated from the Marquette School of Therapeutic Massage in 2004, and specializes in Swedish massage, myofascial and cranial sacral therapies on clients of all ages. She enjoys spending time with her family, being active outdoors, and reading.
MADELINE MILLER
receptionist
Madeline Miller started working at J.Jukuri in early fall of 2024 as a receptionist in order to explore her options in the careers in wellness. Her intention is to work towards a cosmetology certification starting in the fall of 2025. Besides working, Madeline loves to travel, read, and spend time with friends.