Meet Octavio Ventura, the Mexican therapist behind Raw Touch Therapy, exploring conscious touch, sensuality and intimacy in Bali and Mexico.
Mexican therapist Octavio Ventura is the mind behind Raw Touch Therapy, a holistic approach to bodywork that combines conscious touch, presence and deep listening. Based between Bali and Mexico, his work is guided by the belief that touch can offer something increasingly absent from modern society: affection and genuine human connection.
We spoke to Octavio about his relationship with sensuality, the philosophy behind his practice and why he considers touch his greatest superpower.
Who’s behind this article?
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How would you describe yourself in three words?
Unapologetic, raw and authentic.
Tell us a little about yourself.
I’m 39, Mexican and living in Bali.
My life is about nature and sensuality.
What turns you on?
The mind.

Creator of Raw Touch Therapy. Im Mexican, 40 years old based in Bali. I help people…
What do the first 60 minutes of your day look like?
Meditation and spending time with my loved ones.
Tell us about Raw Touch Therapy and your approach to bodywork.
My practice combines conscious touch, breathwork and attentive listening, with sessions tailored to each individual’s physical and emotional needs.
My approach prioritises working at the body’s own pace rather than pushing towards intensity.
By paying attention to sensations, breathing patterns and physical tension, I aim to create experiences that support relaxation, release and a deeper connection with the body.

Why do you do what you do?
I see a lack of affection in society.
What kinds of experiences does Raw Touch Therapy offer?
Both online sessions and in-person bodywork.
My online Alignment Sessions focus on guided awareness, emotional clarity and practical techniques for managing stress.
My in-person Deep Release sessions use bodywork to address physical tension and restrictive breathing patterns.
For those seeking a longer experience, I also offer Full Alignment, a three-hour session combining guided conversation and intuitive bodywork.

What is an unexpected pleasure you’ve discovered in your work?
I don’t think there’s any unexpected pleasure. I was already aware of it.
What should more people know about your work?
They shouldn’t, unless they’re on a quest to discover new layers of pleasure, sensuality and different depths of the mind.
What’s your superpower?
Touch.
Who are your sensual inspirations?
My life.
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