Spa

Born and raised in Petoskey, Michigan, Kristine discovered yoga as a powerful path to healing, self-connection, and confidence. She quickly fell in love with the welcoming, inclusive environment yoga provided and felt called to deepen her practice. In 2017, she completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training and Reiki Level One certification, expanding her understanding of mind–body–spirit wellness.

Kristine is deeply inspired by the many ways intentional movement, touch, and self-care can support overall well-being. In 2023, she completed her massage therapy certification and became a Licensed Massage Therapist through Willoway and Traverse City Studio Pro Massage School. She is passionate about helping others find relief, restoration, and balance through therapeutic bodywork.

Currently, Kristine is training in esthetics, further expanding her ability to support holistic healing through mindful, skin-focused care. She is excited to integrate skincare with bodywork and energy-based practices to offer a more comprehensive wellness experience.

When she’s not in the treatment room, Kristine enjoys life as a new mom and loves spending time outdoors hiking, reading, and exploring photography.

  Ashley approaches bodywork and skincare through a nervous system–first lens, blending over 15 years of experience in massage therapy with restorative modalities such as lymphatic drainage, craniosacral therapy, and Reiki. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2022, she has expanded her work to include customized facial treatments designed to support both skin health and deep relaxation.

Her sessions are intentional, intuitive, and collaborative. Rather than forcing the body to change, Ashley works with it, creating an environment where tension can soften naturally and the nervous system can settle. Clients often describe their time with her as deeply calming, grounding, and restorative.

Ashley specializes in working with people who carry high levels of stress, chronic neck and shoulder tension, or simply need space to slow down and reconnect with themselves. Each session is thoughtfully tailored to the individual and what the body or skin is needing in that moment.

Ashley believes that when the nervous system feels safe, the body and skin naturally begin to regulate, repair, and glow. Her goal is for every client to leave feeling lighter, more at ease, and connected to a quiet sense of peace within themselves.

Outside the treatment room, Ashley values simple rituals that support whole-body wellbeing. Slow mornings, time outdoors, and consistent self-care practices shape the philosophy she brings to her work. She believes that small, supportive routines practiced regularly can create meaningful and lasting change. 

Jennifer grew up in Grand Ledge, Michigan, attended college in Grand Rapids where she earned her bachelor’s degree in education, and later traveled to Ireland to live and study interior design. After years of family vacations in Boyne City, she knew Northern Michigan was where she wanted to put down roots and raise her family. She met her husband, Keith, while working for an engineering firm in Petoskey, and together they are raising their two children, Eliana and Noah.

With over a decade of experience in the skincare industry, Jennifer is now a licensed esthetician who brings a thoughtful, nurturing approach to skin health and self-care. She completed Willoway’s Apprenticeship Program under Ellie and is passionate about offering restorative, results-driven treatments that support both skin health and overall well-being.

Outside of the treatment room, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, listening to music, reading, cooking, biking, and immersing herself in nature—especially when surrounded by animals.

Denise is a licensed massage therapist with a deep appreciation for the body's innate intelligence and its natural ability to heal when given thoughtful, supportive care. She believes the body is not broken, it simply benefits from intentional touch, presence, and understanding.

With a background in exercise physiology, personal training, and nutrition, Denise brings an integrative perspective to her work. Her approach blends therapeutic massage with an informed awareness of movement, strength, and nervous system balance, allowing her to meet each client exactly where they are.

Denise’s experience spans a variety of wellness settings, including chiropractic care, spa environments, and restorative retreats. This diverse background allows her to deliver bodywork that is both grounding and restorative, supporting relief from pain and tension while encouraging ease, balance, and deeper connection within the body.

Her sessions are intentional and collaborative, creating a space where clients feel safe, supported, and truly listened to. Whether the goal is relaxation, recovery, or rebuilding confidence in the body, Denise’s work is guided by care that honors the whole person.

Outside the treatment room, Denise enjoys spending time with her family, strength training, and exploring creative expression through painting and music. 

Lexie founded Spray Tans by Lexie after recognizing a need for healthier, botanically based spray tanning options. She carefully researched the most natural, skin-friendly products available and pursued extensive training and certification with respected experts in the spray tan industry to ensure exceptional results.

With over 25 years of experience in the fashion and health industries, Lexie brings both expertise and intuition to every client she serves. Her passion lies in creating a personalized, comfortable experience from start to finish—one built on thoughtful communication, thorough consultation, and attentive follow-up. Her goal is for every guest to feel at ease while receiving a flawless, natural-looking tan.

Lexie finds her greatest joy in watching clients leave her treatment room glowing with confidence. A longtime Petoskey resident, she and her husband have spent most of their lives in the area and enjoy biking, being outdoors, and spending quality time with family. 

She has a genuine gift for connecting with people and encouraging them to step into their true passions. We are thrilled to welcome Lexie’s energy, expertise, and heart to Willoway Spa & Wellness.

Kory is an energy practitioner devoted to supporting overall wellness through a variety of integrative and intuitive modalities. Her work is designed to help clients deepen their connection to their Higher Self while gaining clarity, balance, and a greater sense of inner peace.

Through Sacred Sound and psycho-somatic spiritual practices, Kory guides clients in exploring energy patterns within the body and soul, helping to illuminate how life lessons present themselves and how to move forward with intention. Her approach blends intuitive insight with grounded understanding, creating a safe and supportive space for inner exploration.

Clients often leave sessions feeling more centered, grounded, and aligned, with a renewed sense of clarity and emotional balance.