Every massage treatment and every form of bodywork is different, because as much as possible is connected to your needs and wishes. An intake and introduction is intended to map out your wishes, needs, possible complaints and limitations. Are you coming for a massage for the first time? Then there is always an intake and introduction. The introduction can take a short (a few minutes) or a little longer (15 minutes), depending on the reason and the type of treatment. An intake and introduction is often combined with a trial treatment.
Do you come for a massage because you have (physical) complaints?
Then the intake interview will mainly be about your health. The questions that are asked are about your current medical condition and the development of recent times. A massage can focus on addressing the causes or relieving pain. In other cases, certain areas on the body should be avoided. In addition, it can be useful to know more about your lifestyle
Are you coming for relaxation, rest or to enjoy?
In that case the intake interview focuses on your needs, also on your needs. Sometimes you will be asked about the background, your actual or underlying needs. Often you are also asked about your expectations and previous experiences with massage.
Do you come for a tantra massage or other energetic treatment?
Among other things, with a tantra massage, but also with a pelvic floor or hugging treatment, there is intimate proximity. (Sexual or life) energy and emotions can be generated. And often the whole body is touched, including the erogenous zones. This only happens after you have given permission. It is also important for the masseur to know what your limits are. Where do you and where do you not like to be touched? And what are your experiences so far with such forms of intimacy?
Do you know what your limits are?
In preparation you can check with yourself what prompted you to make an appointment for a massage. And also consider what you especially like and dislike. If you don't know exactly what your limits are, you can indicate that too. For example, a code word can be agreed upon, which you pronounce when something does not feel comfortable. The masseur will also indicate his limits if necessary. For example, that no sexual acts are performed and that touch of the masseur is limited. We therefore make clear agreements in advance, both about mental and physical boundaries. It is also a misconception that you and the masseur are always naked during a tantra massage. That too is a mutual choice.
Good morning Tijs, I am still processing what your test treatment did to me yesterday. I'm glad I booked an extra half hour, so there was plenty of time to share my story with you. The intensity of your touch was overwhelming and affected me deeply. It still feels a bit unstable today, uncomfortable because of the different feelings with which I have come into contact. But I really appreciate that you help me to come into contact with that in a calm, intimate and honest way, that felt immediately familiar. I would like to continue with this, I am curious what else my body has to tell me. Thank you very much, look forward to another session.