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Stress Relief & Non-Sexual Touch-Based Relaxation Sessions

I offer professional relaxation sessions designed to support stress relief, emotional grounding, and recovery from travel fatigue. My work focuses on creating a calm, safe, and respectful environment for people who experience exhaustion, loneliness, or high levels of stress.

These sessions are based on consensual, non-sexual human touch and presence. They are designed to help the nervous system down-regulate and support a feeling of safety, calm, and connection.


Typical situations where clients book sessions:

  • Jet lag and travel fatigue
  • High work stress and burnout symptoms
  • Emotional exhaustion or loneliness while traveling
  • Difficulty relaxing in unfamiliar environments


What the session includes

  • Grounded, calming presence
  • Gentle, respectful, non-sexual touch (only within agreed boundaries)
  • Breathing-based relaxation support
  • A safe space to fully unwind without expectations


Important boundaries

This is a strictly non-sexual wellness service. Clear consent, communication, and professional boundaries are always maintained.



Background and more in depth

Many people experience periods of loneliness, stress, or a lack of loving touch in their daily lives. Especially in our fast-paced society, closeness, security, and genuine feeling of being held are often neglected.


Physical closeness is a fundamental human need. A lack of hugs, affection, and non-judgmental touch over an extended period can negatively impact both mental and physical well-being.


Professional cuddling offers the opportunity to relax, recharge, and experience comforting closeness in a protected environment.


Cuddling as a break from everyday life


A cuddle session can feel like a mini-vacation. For a certain amount of time, you can let go, relax, and simply be.


Whether being held, sitting leaning back, relaxing together or enjoying gentle touches and caresses – the arrangement is tailored to your needs and limits.


Many people report experiencing deep relaxation, inner peace, and a long-lasting feeling of security after a cuddling session.


Especially people without a partner or with little physical closeness in their daily lives find professional cuddling support enriching and empowering.


Cuddling as supportive accompaniment


Mindful touch can help to regain better access to one's own needs and feelings.


Those who have experienced little positive touch in their lives or have had stressful experiences can gain new experiences through non-judgmental and respectful closeness.


Professional cuddling is not a substitute for psychotherapy or medical treatment. However, it can be a supportive addition – after consultation with treating professionals.


I offer you a safe space where closeness, respect, acceptance and non-judgmental touch are the focus.


Prices


The booked time includes a short pre- and post-session discussion, as well as time to change clothes if necessary.


- 60 minutes: €120

- 90 minutes: €170

- 120 minutes: €220


Extensions are possible by arrangement and will be charged proportionally.


Appointment scheduling


If you would like to book a cuddle session, please send me an email with your preferred date and duration.


After receiving your request, you will receive a confirmation with all further information and the address of the studio in Ulm.


Why touch is so important


From birth, humans depend on loving touch. Physical closeness conveys security, belonging, and trust.


While children naturally experience a lot of physical contact, this often decreases significantly in adulthood. People living alone, in particular, often receive only rarely affectionate and non-sexual touches.


However, the need for closeness remains – regardless of age.


A lack of physical affection over a longer period of time can lead to feelings of loneliness, longing, inner restlessness, or emotional stress.


Regular, mindful touch can help strengthen overall well-being and promote feelings of connection.


Framework conditions


My services are exclusively focused on non-sexual intimacy and touch.


For example, the following are permitted:


- Hugs

- Relaxing together

- leaning back while sitting or lying down

- Holding and being held

- gentle caresses


The following are not included in the offer:


- Nudity

- Kisses

- Touching in the intimate area

- erotic acts

- sexual activities

- Flirting with sexual intent


The goal of the cuddle session is relaxation, security, and experiencing safe closeness.


Hygiene and requirements


To ensure a pleasant and cozy atmosphere, please:


- thorough personal hygiene before the appointment

- freshly washed clothes

- comfortable clothing (at least a T-shirt)

- Avoid strong fragrances


A prerequisite for a session is that no infectious diseases are present.


Furthermore, I ask that you refrain from consuming any mind-altering substances such as alcohol or cannabis before the appointment.


Boundaries and consent


Respect, voluntariness and mutual consent form the basis of every cuddling session.


You always decide for yourself which touches feel good and which don't. You can always express your wishes, insecurities, or boundaries.


There's no need to "persevere". Together we'll find the kind of closeness that feels right for you.


Important NOTE


Professional cuddling is not a recognized form of therapy and does not replace medical or psychotherapeutic treatment.


The service aims to provide an experience of closeness, touch, relaxation and appreciation within a professional setting.


Please only book a session if you feel emotionally and mentally stable enough. If you are currently in therapy or have important issues to address, please let me know beforehand.


Possible effects of cuddling


Many people experience the following through regular mindful touch:


- deep relaxation

- Stress reduction

- more inner peace

- a stronger feeling of security

- more self-care

- better awareness of one's own needs

- strengthened self-confidence

- greater clarity about personal boundaries

- an improved sense of body awareness

- more openness and connection


What you can learn in a cuddle session


- to perceive and express one's own needs

- Recognizing and communicating boundaries

- To consciously allow closeness

- To deepen relaxation

- to show oneself authentically

- to be mindful of one's own body

- to distinguish between the need for closeness and sexuality

- Strengthening trust and self-care


Above all, a cuddle session can help you feel more connected to yourself and to other people.

Further information and scientific background:


• Social touch and stress reduction: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40750-016-0052-x

• The importance of oxytocin and social support: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32227088 /

• How social touch affects the brain and hormones: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37157840/

• Scientific overview of the effects of social touch: https://www.nature.com/articles/s44159-023-00217-5

• Touch and well-being – scientific review: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0273229711000025

• Touch can reduce stress and anxiety: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352289526000317

• Touch as a stress buffer – current research: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10919-024-00455-y

• Meta-analysis: Touch can promote well-being: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-024-01833-4

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