Touch is a basic human need, from before we’re born until the end of our lives. Yet for many couples, touch can become a source of tension instead of comfort. In this blog, I explore how non-sexual touch can strengthen connection, reduce pressure, and nurture the bond between partners.
Trauma can show up quietly or suddenly in cuddle therapy sessions—and knowing how to respond with care and skill is crucial. In this blog, I share how trauma may present, how I handle it in session, and what new cuddle professionals can do to be trauma-informed.
This workshop cracked me open in the most beautiful way. I cried, I connected, and I came home to myself. Here’s what I learned from three days of vulnerability, embodiment, and radical self-compassion.
The Pittsburgh Cuddle Gathering is more than a meetup. It’s a launchpad for connection, collaboration, and what’s next in the cuddle profession. Join us this May!
Becoming a cuddle therapist is more than simply offering hugs as a service. We are creating a safe, nurturing, non-judgemental space for you to show up as you are. Without training, how can you be sure you’re prepared for the emotional complexities of this work? I want to explore why professional cuddle training matters.
Becoming a cuddle therapist is more than simply offering hugs as a service. We are creating a safe, nurturing, non-judgemental space for you to show up as you are. Without training, how can you be sure you’re prepared for the emotional complexities of this work? I want to explore why professional cuddle training matters.
Cuddle therapy can be life-changing, but is it too expensive for many people? In this blog, we’re exploring what it would take to get cuddle therapy recognized, funded, and more accessible.
I first scrolled past Cuddlist in 2017, rolled my eyes, and kept moving. By 2018, I gave it a shot. By 2025, I was recertifying. Safe to say, my view changed.
Talk ttherapists acknowledge the power of touch, yet rarely refer clients to cuddle therapists. Why? Misconceptions, fear, and outdated training. It’s time for that to change.
