Celeste Kaufman

Where intention meets tension release.

Hi!

My name is Celeste Kaufman, I am a graduate of Cortiva Institute completed in April 2016.  I have a bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University in Hotel & Restaurant Management.

I have 15+ years customer service experience in hospitality.  Of which, 5 years in management and 6 years in sales.

I have wanted to be a massage therapist ever since I graduated college, but I was encouraged to pursue my career in restaurant management.  It was a good career for me at the time.  I decided lat...

Hi!

My name is Celeste Kaufman, I am a graduate of Cortiva Institute completed in April 2016.  I have a bachelor's degree from Northern Arizona University in Hotel & Restaurant Management.

I have 15+ years customer service experience in hospitality.  Of which, 5 years in management and 6 years in sales.

I have wanted to be a massage therapist ever since I graduated college, but I was encouraged to pursue my career in restaurant management.  It was a good career for me at the time.  I decided later that I wanted to have a family and the 60-hour work week in the restaurant industry wouldn't allow me the time to spend with family, so went into the insurance industry.  After working for more than 6 years in insurance I became plagued with migraines.  I started to take a holistic approach to my wellness which prompted my decision follow up on my desire to become a massage therapist, that was put on hold so long ago.   I'm grateful everyday for being able to help people feel better, for the flexibility to spend time with my family, while still being able to provide.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family.  We love camping, fishing; anything in the great outdoors!
 

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Where I Work
Available Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Licenses
Massage

AZ # MT-22555

Education
2016

Cortiva Institute: Scottsdale

Massage Therapy

2002

Northern Arizona University

Hotel & Restaurant Management

Experience
Bodywork

Medical

Having worked for Chiropractors, I have been able to practice massage from a medical point of view. I have become experienced in developing treatment plans. Using my knowledge of the structures of the body, I have been able to help people who are suffering from pain. The most common types of complaints people have are low back pain, upper back & neck pain. I am deeply grateful for the ability to help people become free from pain.

Science of Massage Institute Continuing Education with Dr. Ross Turchaninov

48 hours of competed classes in: Medical Massage Theory, Cervical Pain/Trapezius and Levator Scapulae Syndromes Rotator Cuff Syndrome/Subacromial Bursitis, Tensor Fasciae Latae Muscle Syndrome & IT Band Soft Tissue Trauma/Leg Compartment Syndromes and Plantar Fasciitis Chronic headache/migrains

REVIEWS for my massage services

by Vicki on Aug 02
I am so pleased with the knowledge and professionalism that Celeste has shown me and her encouragement to get the recovery we both want to achieve.
by Aimee on Jul 22
Celeste was wonderful and attentive to the area of pain I had described. She was kind and very skilled in helping alleviate the tension in my back while making the whole experience peaceful and amazing. I will definitely be returning!
by Anonymous on Jun 25
Celeste is a caring, skilled professional. My first massage with her relieved persistent pain that she targeted after talking with me about what I needed and then sharing her plan with me. I especially appreciated her feedback when she finished. I scheduled another massage with her!
by Carolyn on Jun 22
Wonderful massage! Felt amazing afterward as always! Already booked my next massage!
by Anonymous on Jun 08
Very competent
by Kristen on Jun 07
The most relaxing massage I’ve ever had!
by Paulette on May 25
Appreciated the information on anatomy and muscles. A terrific full back massage. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
by Steve on May 10
Celeste is extremely skilled and has a great understanding of the human body. I recommend her for anyone seeking healing and well being.
by Mary on Apr 23
She is the best masseuse I have ever had, knows anatomy well and has just the right way to fix whatever needs attention. Very personable and professional .
by Michelle on Mar 16
Celeste is a true professional providing the best therapeutic massage I’ve ever experienced. I highly recommend.