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🌿 Meet the Team: Jessica Henderson, LMT Bringing heart, healing, and a love for Alaska to every massage session.

Jessica Henderson, one of our licensed massage therapists who combines technical skill with genuine compassion to help clients find relief and restoration, is back at New Seasons Bodywork after spending some much needed time with her new baby. We are excited to have her back.

From working with Guided Tours to Guiding Healing Before stepping into the world of massage therapy, Jessica spent time working with tour companies, managing recreational adventures for guests eager to experience the magic of the outdoors. That sense of wonder—and care for people—has never left her. In fact, it’s what inspired her to pursue massage therapy as a way to continue supporting others, this time through touch and therapeutic care.

A Solid Foundation of Education and Skill Jessica graduated from Rexburg College of Massage Therapy in 2023, where she developed her hands-on expertise and knowledge of the body. She also holds an Associate’s degree from Brigham Young University (2022). With her strong educational foundation and calm, grounded presence, Jessica creates a safe space for clients to release tension and reconnect with their bodies.

Passionate About People, Inspired by Alaska

Outside the clinic, you’ll likely find Jessica adventuring through the Alaskan wilderness with her husband and baby. Whether it’s snow machining, hiking, camping, or simply breathing in the mountain air, Jessica finds inspiration and balance in nature—and she brings that same sense of peace into every session.

Why Clients Love Jessica Clients appreciate Jessica’s gentle yet effective style, her listening ear, and her sincere desire to help them feel better. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, recovering from injury, or just in need of some well-earned relaxation, Jessica is committed to helping you feel more at home in your body.

💆‍♀️ _Book a session with Jessica today and experience the care of someone who truly loves helping people feel their best.

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Kara – Founder, Licensed Massage Therapist

Born and raised in Soldotna, Alaska, Kara brings over two decades of experience and dedication to the healing arts. After earning her undergraduate degree from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Texas, she completed her professional massage therapy training at the Utah College of Massage Therapy in Salt Lake City (2003–2004).

Her career has taken her from world-class spas like The Broadmoor to clinical settings such as chiropractic offices, ultimately leading her to establish New Seasons Bodywork in 2010. Since then, she has provided personalized, therapeutic care to the Soldotna community through her private practice.

Kara specializes in Ashiatsu DeepFeet Bar Therapy, a technique she began using in 2019 after a sledding accident led her to adapt her approach to bodywork. She received her initial Ashiatsu training in Portland and most recently completed advanced training in the Dominican Republic in 2024.

Outside of the treatment room, Kara is a proud mother of three and works alongside her husband—New Seasons Bodywork’s in-house Certified Rolfer and Massage Therapist, Joshua Hawley.

Kara – Founder, Licensed Massage Therapist Born and raised in Soldotna, Alaska, Kara brings over... Read More

Joshua Hawley – Co-Founder, Certified Rolfer, Massage Therapist

Originally from Corpus Christi, Texas, Joshua Hawley brings a dynamic blend of athletic experience and structural bodywork expertise to his role at New Seasons Bodywork. He earned his undergraduate degree from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in 2006, where he also played collegiate basketball. His passion for the game took him overseas to play professionally in Palestine and later to Alaska, where he joined the state’s first ABA team, the Alaska Dream.

Following his athletic career, Joshua turned his deep understanding of human movement toward healing. He completed his training at the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration in 2015 and joined New Seasons Bodywork as a Certified Rolfer. Since then, he has been helping clients improve posture, alignment, and overall body function through Rolfing Structural Integration.

Now a proud Alaskan by choice, Joshua is co-founder of New Seasons Bodywork, where he works alongside his wife Kara, offering specialized care rooted in movement, structure, and a passion for whole-body wellness.

Joshua Hawley – Co-Founder, Certified Rolfer, Massage Therapist Originally from Corpus Christi, ... Read More