Light Touch ASMR FAQ

What is Light Touch ASMR?

Light Touch ASMR is a gentle, sensory-focused experience designed to promote deep relaxation, stress relief, and nervous system regulation. It combines light touches, hair play, and soothing rhythmic motions inspired by ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response).

This service is not a massage—instead, it focuses on soft, intentional touch designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping you feel safe, calm, and deeply relaxed.

Light Touch is backed by neuroscience and sensory research. Here’s how it works:

• Nervous System Regulation: Gentle touch stimulates C-tactile (CT) afferent nerve fibers, which send signals to the brain that promote relaxation and well-being. These specialized nerve fibers respond best to slow, gentle stroking, triggering the release of oxytocin (the “bonding” hormone) and serotonin (a mood regulator).
• ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response): Many people experience a tingling sensation or waves of relaxation from Light Touch, similar to ASMR videos. ASMR has been linked to reduced heart rate, lower cortisol levels, and increased feelings of calm.
• Stress & Anxiety Relief: Studies show that light touch and slow, rhythmic movements can lower cortisol (stress hormone) levels, promoting an overall sense of peace and safety.
• Improved Sleep: Gentle stimulation of the skin can trigger parasympathetic activation, helping your body shift into a rest-and-digest state that supports deeper, more restorative sleep.
• Mindfulness & Sensory Awareness: The delicate, intentional nature of Light Touch encourages body awareness and presence, helping clients detach from stress and overthinking.

If you’re looking for a scientifically-backed way to deeply relax and reset your nervous system, Light Touch is an excellent choice.

Each session is a customized, deeply calming experience designed for your unique preferences.

1. Getting Comfortable: You’ll begin in a comfortable position (usually on your belly on a massage table with a face cradle, but side-lying or seated options are available).
2. Light Touch & Hair Play: I will use gentle fingertip strokes, soft brushes, and rhythmic movements on your scalp, neck, shoulders, and arms.
3. Deep Relaxation: I will tailor the experience based on your responses, ensuring it is soothing, not ticklish, and perfectly suited to your relaxation needs.
4. Grounding & Closing: The session ends with a gentle transition back to awareness, allowing you time to feel centered before continuing your day.

 Choose Your Own Experience: You can customize your session by selecting:

• Focus areas: Scalp, face, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, or legs
• Hair play options: Gentle combing, light brushing, or fingertip tracing
• Tools used: Fingertips, makeup brushes, hair brushes and combs
• Background music: Calming classical, nature sounds, and/or traditional spa music

This is your time to fully relax—just breathe and enjoy.

You can book 30-minute or 60-minute sessions:

• 30-Minute Session: Focused relaxation for a specific area (like the scalp, face, and neck).
• 60-Minute Session: A full-body Light Touch experience, including scalp, neck, shoulders, arms, and back.

Each session includes extra time to settle in, discuss your preferences, and gently return to awareness afterward.

Not unless you want to. Light Touch can be performed fully clothed. Wear something soft and comfortable that allows you to relax completely. If you prefer to undress for more skin on skin contact, that's fine, too! Please plan on wearing shorts or underwear for your session. You will remain draped under a sheet for the entire appointment. 

Don’t worry! Light Touch is not meant to tickle. I adjust my touch based on your body’s cues—if an area is too sensitive, I use slightly firmer or slower movements to ensure relaxation without discomfort.

I offer a pay-what-you’re-able model with a minimum price for each session.

Why pay-what-you’re-able?
I believe relaxation should be accessible. If you're able, you’re welcome to tip extra as a way to support this woman-owned, veteran-owned small business.

Yes! I offer mobile sessions and hospice light touch for those who need relaxation in a home or care setting.

To learn more, text or email me. 

It’s easy! Click here to book: Booking Page.

New to Light Touch? I recommend starting with a 45-minute session, which includes:

• 30 minutes of hands-on relaxation
• 15 minutes for consultation, comfort, and grounding

 I am located inside Pure Being at 1210 E Main Street.

Yes! Light Touch sessions make a wonderful gift for loved ones in need of relaxation.

 Purchase a Gift Certificate Here.

💜 TLC Light Touch ASMR is a woman-owned, veteran-owned small business, and your support means everything! Here’s how you can help:

✔ Leave a review – Your feedback helps others discover this one-of-a-kind experience!
✔ Share with friends & family – Word of mouth is how I grow!
✔ Follow & engage on social media – Like, comment, and share posts!
✔ Book a session – Treat yourself to relaxation and wellness!

 There’s nowhere else in the area that offers live, in-person ASMR-inspired relaxation like this—I’d love for you to experience it.