I found Celeste via referral from another muscular therapist when I was injured several years ago. I was having severe nerve pain in my shoulders and arms which was debilitating and had me frequently in tears from pain. The emergency room was of no help, giving me muscle relaxers and a few days of pain meds, but they could not even diagnose what was going on. Finding Celeste was a true blessing- she has helped me work through this and return to functionality, and my nerve pain has not recurred in two years. She always works to fit me in to her schedule when I am in need of a session with her. She is truly professional and a very genuine and compassionate person. I have also seen other therapists at Living Arts Wellness- they are all kind people who are excellent at what they do. Fort Collins is lucky to have them!
Living Arts Wellness (LAW) is hands down one of my favorite businesses and I especially LOVE Celeste. She is professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. My health drastically improved for the better after I started seeing her for colonics I will continue to be a lifelong customer. Concerning the business, LAW is always clean, bright and has a very calm presence. The entire staff makes me feel welcome and it's easy to schedule appointments. I highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to make wellness a priority.
To begin, two words: experienced professionals. When I was in a car accident many years ago, I found Celeste. If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't have been able to move my neck. I had been to several massage therapists prior to meeting her, but knew I had found the right person after my first visit. I have now been going to Living Arts Wellness for 14 years. I have tried many of the therapies offered there (in addition to massage) & have worked with at least 6 therapists on the Living Arts staff over the years. I have found every experience to be a positive one. The experienced massage therapists listen to what I have to say, & are able to adapt each session according to what is going on in my body that day. Not only do they listen to me when I'm there, but they are also able to help me understand how my daily actions can affect what is going on physically, & have given me advice on how to stretch at home to help that healthy feeling last. In my humble opinion--once you have had massage therapy at Living Arts Wellness, you will never go anywhere else!
I have been a client at Living Arts Wellness for many years. It is one of the most compassionate places that I have found in decades of searching for the perfect place to receive wellness services. I love the fact that Living Arts Wellness is located in a house near Old Town - the atmosphere is so much more welcoming than an office building! I have received massages from three of the therapists, and they have all been top notch. Colon hydrotherapy, another service offered at Living Arts Wellness, has greatly improved my quality of life.
This little center is truly a blessing to our Fort Collins community. I've been a client here for five years. Celeste is a truly caring and talented therapist and leader. I've owned my own practice and worked as a healing artist and massage therapist for a over a decade, so I'm very picky about where I go for massage - and this center is simply wonderful!
My wonderful husband got me a gift certificate to get a massage here when I got pregnant. He carefully researched the best place in Fort Collins to get a prenatal massage and this was supposed to be it. I saved the gift certificate until I was 8mo pregnant with our twins and decided to book the massage because I was in so much pain.
The girl who did my massage gave me a deep tissue massage, which is not what I signed up for and you are NOT supposed to get one of those when you are pregnant because of how many toxins can be released into your body. Having never had a deep tissue massage before, I was trying to carefully figure out why it hurt so much without offending the masseuse. She told me she thought Swedish massage was "fluffy" and "pointless" and gave me a five second example of what that was (which is what I thought I would be getting), and then went back to deep tissue, explaining that she "just liked doing that better." Unfortunately I didn't figure this out until the end of my massage and I was so disappointed. I'm honestly not even sure what the prenatal part of the massage was supposed to be other than laying on my side.
When I went to check out I handed her my $100 gift certificate (prenatal massage is $75) and she told me I was all set to go. I hesitated and she added, "unless you wanted some change back." Seriously? Girl wanted a $25 tip. The way she handled the payment was so unprofessional and put me in an awkward position. I was so shocked and just wanted to leave because my whole body hurt, so I mumbled some thanks and just left. During the massage I learned that my masseuse was 19, so maybe she just needs more experience and to learn some professionalism, I don't know. But I wish I'd stuck up for myself sooner in the massage and I wish I hadn't given her the $25.
I'm not trying to tear this place down, because clearly people love coming here and have great experiences. I just wish my experience had been great, too.
This place is Healing and Heaven, they are caring and helpful women. If it wasn't for Celeste I have no idea where I would be health wise. The other ladies are great also, I appreciate thier time and effort into the Healing Arts! Thank you for your care and comfort. My Service Dog, Bridget, is always accommodated, and welcomed.
Easy going, relaxed. Harper made me feel welcome and at home, she was kind, polite, and attentive to detail! Massage was amazing and because of how amazing Harper made the whole experience I will be looking forward to next month!
I have been to around 20 masseuses and Deb is by far the most talented. Every session is a healing and relaxing treat. She is fantastic at deep tissue work for my shoulder but is also fabulous at other styles of massage. Deb deserves a raise for sure. Please don't request Deb though because I want all the best appointment times. Haha
Living Arts Wellness is my favorite place to visit for a massage in Fort Collins. I have specifically been to Aaron twice so far and each time impressed by the treatments, conversation, and Aaron as an overall individual and therapist. I am grateful for his work and plethora of knowledge. I walk away feeling more enlightened (and physically lighter) with each visit!