Special Interests
Celeste has years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in pediatric clinical settings in the Philippines, working with children and families across clinic, home, and community environments. She ranked 8th in the national licensure examination in 2019 and is a Certified Basic DIRFloortime® Provider, currently working toward certification in Oral Placement Therapy. Celeste has a strong interest in supporting individuals with sensory processing challenges to improve self-regulation and participation in meaningful activities. She enjoys incorporating strength-based, relationship-centered approaches to enhance developmental skills and family engagement.
Education and experience
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, University of Santo Tomas
Hobbies
When she’s not working, Celeste can often be found out for a run or curled up with a good book. She also enjoys playing games, whether it’s a quiet game of chess, a lively mahjong session, or fun board games with friends. For her, it’s a great way to relax, challenge her mind, and connect with people.
Favourite Quote
”You can always give something, even if it is only kindness.” — Anne Frank
Meet the Cairns team
About Us
Physio Health Cairns is now part of the Health First Group. We are a team of leading allied health experts offering a range of services across Cairns including physiotherapy, remedial massage, podiatry and more. Our group of health practitioners are chosen for their inclusive, multi-disciplinary approach to healthcare to ensure all of our clients’ needs are met at an exceptional level.
Our Physios service Cairns and surrounding suburbs including Woree, Bayview Heights, Earlville, Mooroobool, White Rock, Bentley Park, Manunda, Portsmith and more.
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Meet the team
Karen Winkworth
Physiotherapist
Stacey Morris
Physiotherapist
Sam Marano
Physiotherapist
Riann Aartsma
Physiotherapist
Juliet Ogbu
Physiotherapist
Faith Adeyekun
Physiotherapist
Aminu Sharif
Physiotherapist
Jane McCrum
Remedial Massage Therapist
Celeste-Ruzgal
Occupational Therapist
Kayla Harris
Practice Manager
Mandy Stone
Admin
Kayla Ierullo
Admin
Meet the Cairns team
FAQs
At your first appointment you can expect a thorough examination from our expert physio, they will ask you a number of questions regarding your condition as well as conduct a physical evaluation in order to determine the best course of treatment for you. After this, the remainder of the session will be dedicated to providing the most appropriate treatment and therapy for your condition.
Upon evaluation, our physio will provide you with an in-depth treatment plan that details the exact steps necessary for your recovery and an approximate timeframe.
Plentiful on-site parking is available at our Cairns clinic.
Yes. All our therapists are AHPRA registered and invest their time to complete post-graduate education yearly to further strengthen their education and knowledge.
Yes, you can. All our clinics are equipped with on-the-spot Hicaps payment and claims processing.
All Health First Group physiotherapists are registered NDIS providers, meaning they are able to treat self-managed, agency (NDIA) managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
No, a doctor’s referral is not necessary.
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