How do I become a pro to be paid for my time
Welcome, @softandwarmm!
You have to apply to become a professional cuddler in order to charge for your time. There is an application link at the bottom of the home page.
@softandwarmm Here's all the information for becoming a pro, and a link to apply: https://www.cuddlecomfort.com/become-a-professional-cuddler
Read around the forum. There is a lot of useful knowledge and advice here for aspiring professionals.