About Me

Theresa “Tess” Contos, LMT      Class Of 2003

        A Massage Therapist since 1989, Tess currently owns ASCEND Spa & Wellness, Center Point Massage Therapy, PC, & operates ASCEND Seminars in Syracuse, NY that specialize in Pain Management, Orthopedic Care, Sports Massage, Structural Integration Strategies and Movement Therapies.   Tess is a 1984 Olympian and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education from SUNY Cortland.   She has an extensive continuing education background through participation, study, teaching or assisting classes with ASCEND seminars.   She developed and taught several Sports Massage and Medical Massage curriculums in CNY.

Contact: 315.727.5697     relax@ascendwellness.com

Certifications & Honors
  • BS Physical Education @ SUNY Cortland 1981
  • 1984 Olympian ~ Team Handball ~ USA Women's Team Handball 
  • Stress Massage Massage Institute 1989
  • AMTA Member since 1990 ~ Professional Association
  • Neuromuscular Therapy Certification 1991
  • NCBTMB Certified Professional since 1994 ~ Nationally Certified
  • Massage Therapy Instructor 1997 - 2002
  • Syracuse Sports Hall Of Fame ~ Class of 2003
  • CORE Structural Integration Certification 2004
  • CORE Sports Massage Certification 2004
  • Orthopedic Massage Therapy Certification 2007