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What is Cuddle Therapy?

You deserve to feel safe, connected and supported — especially when life feels heavy, lonely or overwhelming.

so... what is
cuddle therapy?

Cuddle therapy is a form of touch therapy designed to offer a safe, non-sexual spacefor individuals to experience comforting, platonic physical touch and authentic human connection. It is a therapeutic approach that focuses on emotional support, relaxation, and presence through nurturing touch. Sessions are led by trained professionals. They may include simple, calming activities like holding hands, gentle cuddling, or stroking hair. These activities stay within clear boundaries and require full consent.

 

Every session is tailored toyour comfort level, and opencommunication is encouraged throughout.Cuddle therapy can help reduce stress,ease feelings of loneliness, supportemotional healing, and promote a greaterense of well-being. For many, it’s a way to reconnect with themselves and others.


It happens in a safe, respectful, and caring space.


At its heart, cuddle therapy meets the basic human need for touch and connection.
It helps people feel supported, valued, and emotionally balanced.

benefits of cuddle therapy

  • Lowers blood pressure and heart rate 

  • Can remove stress  

  • Boosts happy hormones such as oxytocin and serotonin 

  • Deals with "touch deprivation" 

  • Reduces social anxiety 

  • Reduces feeling of loneliness 

  • May give you comfort during tough times

  • Enhances overall mood

  • May help with intimacy issues with loved ones​

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what people say

Absolutely amazing and talented lady! She has the gift to instill a positive mental attitude to an individuals mindset. Supportive and non judgmental. I highly recommend her!

Lorraine

​Maria gave a wonderful treatment. Never thought such a simple thing as a cuddle when given by someone so trained in how to give this treatment can be so beneficial. Shall definitely book regularly. Russell.

Russell

The therapy session with Maria was very calming and very comforting, felt completely at ease, albeit shy in the beginning not knowing quite what to expect. But a cuddle certainly calms the nerves

Vivian

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