About me
Hello cuddly friends! I am Fully Vaccinated as of March 2021 and seeing clients in person. If you have been vaccinated, we can have a session without masks. If you are choosing not to get vaccinated, I require that you wear a mask.
Connection is most important right now. In response to COVID-19, I am utilizing telesessions and phone sessions. If you are not ready to venture out in the world just yet, then definitely try a Virtual Holding Space Session with me via Zoom.
Safe, healing touch, otherwise known as positive touch, releases chemicals like oxytocin and dopamine in the brain that creates a sense of well-being and happiness while lowering cortisol levels and feeling decreased stress and anxiety. Touch can also release endorphins, which is the chemical released after a good workout or when you eat chocolate and contributes to that great feeling.
Hello! I am a Platonic Touch Practitioner, Human Connection Facilitator, and NLP Coach working with adults in need of touch, someone to talk to, or just plain companionship. I call this Human Connection. I am a nonjudgmental and caring person. People describe me as being incredibly genuine as I truly enjoy talking and learning about other people and their life experiences. I am a natural extrovert and really feel energized when interacting and connecting with other people, which usually makes people feel at ease.
One of the first things I ask that you consider is what you hope to attain through our touch session. It is important to communicate that to me as best you can. For instance, I am strong and physically fit. I have a tenancy to use firm pressure when cuddling and using touch therapy on your back, legs, or arms. Some people prefer a softer "air-like" touch, which is something you would want to express to me. If you prefer not to talk and would like to doz-off that is ok too. Perhaps this is your first time and you do not know what you want. By asking a few questions I can gauge how much touch you are read to receive and give. I use a touch scale from 1-10 and have coordinating positions for each level.
You will want to give yourself some time to prepare for our Platonic Touch session. I ask that you be recently showered and teeth brushed before we meet. You will want to bring comfortable clothes to move around (i.e. gym shorts, sweats, t-shirt, tank top). You may wear pants or shorts, and you must wear a shirt at all times.
We have but a short time on this planet and I believe we must make the most of it. Depression, loneliness, and isolation are not the way to live. I can help with a touch, conversation, and meaningful connection.
*** TRAVEL LOCATIONS ***
Williamsburg, VA.......5/06-5/07
Boston, MA................5/18-5/22
NYC............................6/03-6/05
CERTIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Mental Health First Aid Certification (MHFA)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training Certification (ASIST)
Certified Master Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
Cuddlist Certified
Cuddle Sanctuary Certified
Holding Space
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
American Sign Language (ASL)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) {not certified...yet}
RATES : ALL OPTIONS PLATONIC
VIRTUAL HOLDING SPACE SESSION
$50 / 30 minutes
$75 / 60 minutes
This is a great option if you do not have time to meet in person but would welcome some face time to discuss concerns or current stresses that may be troubling you. Activities we offer are guided meditation, holding space, polyvagal movement, tapping, eye gazing, ASMR, self-soothing touch, journaling, stretching or yoga.
PLATONIC TOUCH SESSION
$175 / 60 minutes
Come into our office and receive consented touch from a trained practitioner. We will discuss, mirror, and educate you around boundaries, consent, vulnerability, feeling into your body and honoring your yes/no. We create a safe, non-judgmental container for you to communicate your needs, share your highs & lows and really experience human connection. You will learn to become more comfortable with and trust touch. You will have the opportunity to enjoy as much or as little touch as you want. You set the pace. And just like touch, you can talk as much or as little as you want.
Cancellations: More than 24 hours notice – you will receive a full refund if paid in advance.
Less than 24 hours notice – responsible for 100% of fees.
Payment: Cash, Venmo, Paypal, Stripe
Can: Host, Guest, Public