My work as a sensual massage practitioner is rooted in creating a space where people feel safe to slow down, listen to their bodies, and explore sensation without pressure or expectation. I work primarily with women and couples, offering massage experiences that are guided by consent, communication, and individual needs.
Through sensual massage, I’ve seen how powerful intentional touch can be. Many clients arrive feeling disconnected from parts of their bodies, unsure how to ask for what they want, or curious about pleasure but unsure where to begin. My role is to support that exploration gently, helping people build confidence in their desires and trust in their own responses.
Below, I share some of the ways sensual massage can support self-discovery, deepen intimacy, and contribute to overall well-being, based on what I’ve witnessed through my work as Rubens Abreu.
Sensual massage for learning about and exploring your body
Clients who come to me often report discovering new pleasurable sensations they had never explored before, or parts of their body that were never touched, or never touched in a different way. Full-body sensual massage (FBSM) is a powerful way to explore your body in a safe and trusting environment, based on consent, your needs, and your preferences.
Enhancing relationships and foreplay
I see a lot of couples. Sometimes one partner comes on her own, and other times both partners are present. Most of the time, the other person enjoys watching her receive a sensual massage, and they may or may not choose to join in.
Sensual massage is a beautiful experience that can enrich a couple’s dynamic and become a lasting memory they return to in order to create excitement, desire, and connection in their relationship. Couples often learn new ways to touch each other and gain a clearer understanding of what feels good for their partner, which naturally expands their approach to foreplay.
When she comes on her own, couples often enjoy knowing their partner is being cared for and receiving pleasure in a safe setting. When they come back together afterwards, the shared experience of massage often brings them even closer. I have met many couples who love the idea of reconnecting after a massage, where they can then enjoy their own intimate time informed by this experience.
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Getting better at communicating about your pleasure and desires
Many women, due to how they grow up and the expectations placed on them by society, tend to act in a more passive way when it comes to their sexual needs and desires. This is particularly common in heterosexual relationships, where male pleasure is often prioritised.
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I have seen many women who feel shy or uncomfortable asking for what they want when it comes to pleasure and physical touch. This may be because they are not used to expressing those needs, or because they worry about upsetting or hurting their partner by asking. Over time, this can create a lot of unmet needs.
A sensual massage session can be a supportive space for women to express how they would like to be touched and to communicate their preferences, especially when it comes to vulva massage. Encouraging this communication during sensual massage is empowering and helps clients build confidence in expressing their needs, both in and outside the session.
I have worked with over 100 clients, and no matter how experienced I become, there is always someone who challenges what I think I know. Everyone is different, and people have unique preferences about how they like to be touched.
This diversity should be embraced and respected. Learning to communicate during a sensual massage often helps clients create a sense of normality around asking for their desires, which can translate into a more satisfying sex life.
Improves overall health and well-being
I won’t go deeply into the physical science of what the body releases during pleasure, but we now understand the many benefits of experiencing touch from another person, even when it is not sexual in nature.
Pleasure is healing. Creating a routine around pleasure, connection, and relaxation can significantly improve both mental and physical health. It can reduce stress and allow people to experience feelings that many have neglected or forgotten over time.
Approaching pleasure as a practice of self-love, free from shame, exploration, and judgement can be deeply beneficial. For many people, sensual massage offers a gentle and accessible way to begin incorporating this into their lives.
Boost self-esteem and body confidence
The sensual massage experience allows you to feel more comfortable with your naked or partially naked body in an intimate and respectful setting. It creates a safe space where you can explore sensation and pleasure based entirely on your preferences and desires.
Being cared for through intentional touch can help you feel accepted and supported in your body. Over time, this can make it easier to feel comfortable in your own skin and to appreciate your body just as it is.
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Rubens Abreu
Rubens was born and raised in Brazil and lived in Australia for nearly 7 years before moving to London, UK. He has been practicing massage since 2020 and has since become famed for providing women an intimate, special type of massage also known as Yoni (Vulva), Erotic or Sensual massage.
