ABOUT
MEET MICHELLE BUFFKIN
CEO, LMT, MMP, NKT, CPT, CES, LE
Helping you to move better, feel better, and look your best!
Celebrating 20 years and I couldn't be happier...
How & Why I Started My Career In Massage Therapy?
I owe my entire career to one simple question over a drink after a long shift of waiting tables and bartending…
"What do you want to do with the rest of your life?"
My friend casually mentioned massage therapy, and we spent the evening talking about applying and going through the program together. She was all talk—I took action.
In the spring of 2005, I graduated from The Savannah School of Massage, and that was my ticket out of the restaurant and hotel industry after 12 long years. I hit the ground running, working in a variety of settings—bustling downtown day spas, high-end medical spas—but I found my true passion in a busy chiropractic clinic. The short treatment times there fueled my desire to make a real impact, leading me to earn my Medical Massage Practitioner Certification in 2011. This gave me the advanced skills needed to relieve pain quickly and efficiently.
Working in a spa also sparked another interest: skincare. So in 2013, I packed my bags and moved to Atlanta to attend The Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics, where the foundation of My Signature Balanced Bliss Service was born. I was fascinated by the challenge of seamlessly blending massage and skincare into one transformative experience.
By 2017, I returned to the school, this time as an Assistant Aesthetics Instructor, sharing my knowledge with future beauty professionals. But something bigger was calling—Buff'd Wellness was officially born in June 2017, starting in the tiniest of treatment rooms. Demand grew quickly, and I soon left teaching to focus fully on my practice.
Between 2015-2019, I had the incredible opportunity to work with Goldin Athletic Training Association in Johns Creek, treating NFL, MLB, and Combine Prep athletes. It was here that I first experimented with NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) after discovering it online. The immediate, powerful impact it had on these athletes lit a fire in me—I had to learn more.
In 2019-2020, I also partnered with Rick Hendrix Toyota Sandy Springs, offering corporate chair massage to service customers. It was a great way to connect with the local community, educate people on anatomy, and share my passion for pain relief.
My Focus Today
Fast forward to today, and my focus is deeply rooted in NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT). I’m NKT Level 3 Certified, a Study Group Lead, and an Assistant Instructor. My journey has also led me to earn my NASM Personal Trainer Certification (2023) and Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification (2024) to expand my NeuroRehab program. Currently, I’m diving into NASM's Nutrition program to round out my expertise.
I believe in treating the body as a whole - not just chasing symptoms.
What Sets Buff’d Wellness Apart?
Buff'd Wellness offers two signature services:
NeuroRehab and NKT Services
A cutting-edge approach that integrates NeuroKinetic Therapy, Corrective Exercise, Personal Training, Massage Therapy, Scar Release Therapy, and LED Therapy to eliminate pain, improve movement, and restore function where other treatments fall short. It’s more than pain relief—it’s reprogramming your brain-body connection for lasting results.
The Balanced Bliss Spa Experience
You’ve had massages, and you’ve had facials. But have you ever had both in one seamless, indulgent treatment? This customized experience blends targeted bodywork with advanced skincare, leaving you deeply restored from head to toe.
I also offer Lash Lift and Tint services, giving you effortless, natural beauty so you can wake up looking refreshed every day.