We tell men to be strong, but not soft. Capable, but not comforted. In cuddle therapy, you don’t have to choose. You get to be fully human and fully held.
Learning to Feel Safe in Your Body Again
For trauma survivors, touch can be both a longing and a landmine. I want to explore how cuddle therapy helps you reconnect with your body, honor your boundaries, and rebuild trust, one moment at a time.
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Healing Through Touch
Cuddle therapy is more than comfort, it’s a space to feel safe, held, and fully human. In this blog, I explain how trauma-informed touch can support healing, nervous system regulation, and a deeper sense of connection.
When Giving Feels Like Connection
Sometimes the deepest healing comes not just from being held but also from having our giving received with open arms. In this blog, I reflect on a client’s experience of mutual touch, and what it reveals about connection, appreciation, and desire.
Unlearning the Commodification of Self
We are not objects to be evaluated, improved, or sold, but that’s what our culture often tells us. This blog explores how to break free from external expectations and reconnect with your body as your own.
Safety Isn’t Always Comfortable and That’s Okay
Ever felt your body tense up even though you knew you were safe? You’re not alone. In this blog, I explore the difference between comfort, safety and why that distinction matters deeply in healing work like cuddle therapy.
A Love Letter to Empty Nesters
Becoming empty nesters is more than a life transition. It's an invitation to fall in love again. This blog offers insight, hope, and gentle guidance for couples navigating reconnection after the kids leave home
Strengthening Affection Through Non-Sexual Affection
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.
When Trauma Shows Up in a Cuddle Therapy Session
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.