My Clients

Although women have always been part of my life and clientele, today most of my clients are men. I'm honored at their diversity in age, sexual orientation, and body type. I'm indebted to my partners over the years who've helped me refine my touch on their willing muscles, and who waited patiently as I sometimes cared for others instead of them.

A person's personal and professional life generate unique tensions. Whether you're an executive, artist, tradesman, waiter, flight attendant, musician, or medical pro or unemployed -- you have your own specific physical and emotional reasons for seeking a good massage.

Added variables include diet, weight and percentage of muscle and body fat. A client's needs are further complicated by travel, relationships, emotions, recent events, physical and mental self-image, comfort with nudity and uncertainty about sexual overtones of massage.  I'll do my best to honor your issues and wishes. 

Occasionally I refer clients elsewhere when I sense they require more assistance than I can offer for their weight, medical, psychosocial or sexual needs. Certainly there's no charge for time spent talking prior to or after a massage.  And in those situations where it becomes apparent that we may not be a good match for each other, I always attempt to end the introduction with positive energy and outlook. 

My clients vary widely, but you may share one or more of these traits: physically fit, twinks, massage virgins, HIV-positives, students, seniors, tweakers, twelve-steppers, circuit-boys, bodybuilders and athletes, dancers, couples, and men who are dealing with being closeted, coming-out, married/divorced or grief and loss issues. 

Physically Fit
I especially appreciate clients who take care of themselves physically through weightlifting, aerobics, running, yoga, spinning or other physical activity. Like a pianist who enjoys playing a fine piano, it's a joy for me to work on men who have taken care of themselves with reasonable diet and regular exercise. You don't have to be a musclehead (although I particularly enjoy them) to make the sessions a joy for each of us. It's simply that a man who hits the gym, track or yoga class regularly probably has muscles that are easier for me to find and massage. 

Don't be self-conscious if you're carrying some extra weight or haven't kept your workout resolutions. You're still very welcome in my care. But, if you're in excess of 300 pounds, I trust you won't be offended if I redirect you to a therapist specially trained to handle those with extra girth.   (back to list)

Twinks
Your self-image may tell you you're too young or muscularly undeveloped for massage. Some of my most treasured friends are a third my age and size.  Whether gangly or an Abercrombie boy,  I appreciate your situation and perspective. A streamlined Bel Ami body has its own natural beauty and it's a great frame on which to hang muscles in the times ahead. Don't be intimidated or priced out of getting a massage. The experience will reassure and inspire you.  (back to list)

Massage Virgins
Many of my clients have entrusted themselves to me for their first massage in life. If you've never had a massage before, I want you to treat yourself, then return to me or another masseur. I recognize that the experience you have with me will stay with you for a long time and will affect your opinion toward touch-therapy.  So I want this to be a good and positive session for you. Most often men, younger or older, are worried that they'll get an erection. Yes, you probably will. And that's good. It means you're alive and very well. I consider it a natural compliment, not something to that should trouble you. We'll neither dwell on it nor ignore it. And, you don't have to worry about how you measure up to me in any way.  That's part of the respect we share for each other, regardless of size or age. It's your maiden voyages into touch; enjoy the experience.  (back to list)

HIV
Clients who are HIV-positive deeply feel the multitude of ways the virus affects body, mind and soul. Coping with the psychological, physical, social and economic impact of having and treating HIV is often overwhelming. On top of this, the call to safer-sex adds to an already-complicated personal life. Massage can help maintain the self-esteem and safe-sex negotiation skills essential to a longer, healthier life. Sometimes guys come for a massage to deal with the stress of awaiting test results. Other times they'll seek out my touch cope with or celebrate long-term survival with HIV.  (back to list)

Closeted or Coming Out
While most of my clients are comfortable being gay, bisexual or straight, many are still sorting things out.  Some are married, often with children. Some are divorced, some are in long-term relationships, some have never had a lover. Often their self-description code is "must be discrete." Relax. I know the code. Exploring one's sexuality and orientation  is a vulnerable and precious process that massage can make a bit easier. Plus, nobody wants to risk getting a sexually transmitted disease. I'm neither a sex surrogate nor a shrink, but I may be able to help you feel better in your own skin or next to someone else's.  While we're at it, I can also answer questions you might have about safer-sex and techniques that may be unfamiliar to you.  (back to list)

Students
A good chunk of my clients are students. Massage is a great way for them to get some stress-relief from classes while getting to better understand a man's body, theirs and mine. For students in their teens and twenties, sometimes these sessions are an exercise in sexual exploration. With all my clients I work hard to recognize that sexual orientation covers a complex range of issues and experiences and isn't an issue that should get in the way in the massage room. Translation? It doesn't matter if you've decided whether you're straight or gay or bisexual. You're welcome and safe on my table. And if your budget really doesn't allow the full cost of a massage, just say so when you call and we'll figure out a time of day and session length that you can afford.  (back to list)

Seniors
In our age-conscious times, we may feel less-valuable and less-wanted as we age. Massage can help suspend time and even turn back the clock a bit. My oldest client is 94. Perhaps when I'm that age I'll be still getting backrubs from a young stud in his 60's. Men about my age and older appreciate my understanding of their issues and my acceptance of them. If you need a break with the rate, just say so. If you're older but got the bucks, I need them too.   (back to list)

Tweakers
The need for speed has many stages. When Tina (crystal meth) moves out, stress and re-learning moves in.  Much of it involves a quest for intimacy and safe-sex in healthier relationships and environments. Once you've used meth, it's often difficult to learn how to enjoy sex and intimacy without it. Once you've caught up on your sleep and begun to recover, give a call. We'll stretch your resources, then help each other shower up and stay clean.  (back to list)

Twelve Steppers
Many of my regulars attend a 12-step program for recovery from addiction to alcohol, substances or sex. Sensual, non-sexual massage provides physical contact without the complexities of a relationship that might compromise a recovery program. Whether you're an old-timer or newly-sober and clean, my arms are a place where you can feel safe and serene, knowing that I've also been there and done that. We'll encourage each other, one day at a time. (back to list)

Circuit Boys
Also known as Circuit Men and Circuit Queens, we travel far to dance at huge fundraising marathons collectively called The Circuit.  Our love of music and rhythm draws us together with a few thousand of our nearest and dearest friends. It's simultaneously mesmerizing, mystical and messy. Many Circuit Boys are fluent in Kbonics and Tweakenese while others defy gravity through old-fashioned rest and nourishment.   If you appreciate flesh, flagging, and fellowship --- your dancing spirit demands a massage.  (back to list)

Bodybuilders and Athletes
OK, let me simply say it: I love working on bodybuilders of all weights and sizes. True, I'm in awe of weightlifters who can bench hundreds of pounds. But I hold even higher admiration is for guys who sculpt themselves with flexible balance and  proportion. A good many of my regular clients have dedicated years to perfecting themselves by lifting iron. Lifting their limbs and spirits is my honor.

I'm a devotee of the body in motion and at rest. Preferring individual sports to team action, I've photographed athletes from at regional competitions and at two international Olympics. I'm not a sports-therapist but if you're an athlete, I can give your body a unique regimen of well-focused treatment and the respect you deserve for your hard work  (back to list)

Dancers
Over time I've developed great friendships with members of various dance companies.  In exchange for working on their feet and muscles, I got great seats and a lifetime of love from them and for them. Recognizing that dancers are usually paid far too little for all the hours they train and perform, I work hard to accommodate the schedules and budgets of these angels who make muscles fly.  (back to list)

Grief and Loss Issues
If  you've suffered a substantial loss --- particularly the death of a family member, loved one, significant other or lifetime pet --- touch therapy can be especially meaningful. Having suffered more than my share of loss, perhaps the lesson I've learned is to help myself and others cope with grief through sharing and loving physical contact. (back to list)

Couples
One of the blessings of being a tall guy with big hands is that I can capably work on two people at once. First, we focus on each individual with the observance and assistance of the partner.  Then, I simultaneously mirror my touch between each partner as they're positioned side-by-side, head-to-head, toe-to-toe, or resting atop each other. The session is usually arranged as a gift from one partner to the other and the fees are adjusted accordingly. Couples are left with new appreciation of each other and new techniques to apply long after I'm gone.  (back to list)

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