A Typical Session
We will start off having a conversation so that we can start to know each other, this can easy you into the session by removing any anxiety or awkwardness you may feel about meeting a new stranger. At this point, we would discuss what you would like to achieve from your sessions. Then we would create a safe environment for you. This could be by dimming the lights, opening a window, having natural sunlight in the room. A choice of aromatherapy scents would be available.
We would then initially start with hand holding and doing some breathing exercises together, a proven method to establish a good connection.
Once the client is ready, we would start with a simple hug - this could either be a standing hug or a sitting down hug. The duration of the hug would be your choice. Each session would be different, based on each individuals needs.
Terms and Conditions
1. Client must be over the age of 18 years old and be in good health; have no infectious/contagious disease or condition; and have not been told to self-isolate or enter quarantine.
2. Client will not be under the influence of drugs, alcohol and capable to give consent. They should be fully aware of their actions. The client should be well enough to pariticpate in the session safely.
3. High Standard of personal hygiene, and are not using and aftershave or perfume.
4. Both parties shall remain fully clothed will remain clothed throughout the session, underwear or swimwear does not consistitue as appropriate clothing.
5. Cuddling is a platonic, non-sexual activity. Client and Therapist* agree not to encourage or pursue any form of sexual arousal or activity including hip-grinding; kissing; use of the tongue or mouth; touching intimate areas or practise any fetishes. If inappropriate behaviour occurs, the session will terminate immediately.
6. There will be no discrimination irrespective of age; disability; gender or gender reassignment; marriage status; pregnancy or maternity status; race; religion or belief; sex; or sexual orientation.
7. Fees for each sessions will be stated clearly before the start of each session and payment is required in advance. Both client and therapist need to provide photograph identification.
8. The practise of Cuddle Therapy is not a cure or treatment for many medical conditions, client accepts this.
9. Both client and therapist will respect each other’s boundaries and both parties are free to pause or end the sessions at any time.
10. Therapist agrees to keep everything discussed in the session, including clients names confidential
11. Any recordings of the session will be disclosed before the session begins and will not be viewed by anybody other than the therapist unless a breach of this Code of Conduct or other inappropriate behaviour is suspected.
12. Any breach of the Code of Conduct or other inappropriate behaviour by the Therapist should be reported by the Client to the appropriate authorities and organisations as soon as possible: the Client is entitled to a full refund. The Client may end the session at any time without giving a reason, in which case no refund is due..