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Founder of the Sensory Touch Method™ | Gloucestershire’s Leading Immersive Nervous System Specialist

A Nurse-led (Registered Mental Health nurse) Sensory Touch Practitioner redefining ASMR Massage into its truest form: not a technique you can simply perform, but an authentic practice rooted in The Art of Sensory Touch, intentionally designed by The Light Touch Collective, to awaken the potential for the body’s natural ASMR response and to aid in the regulation of the nervous system.

The home of sensory wellness and healing.

Exclusively for female clients

About The Founder

I founded this nurse led business in February 2024 after extensive research into the growing trend of ‘ASMR Massage’.

I recognised that ASMR is a natural physiological response, not a massage technique itself. This insight led me to redefine the approach, now termed Sensory Touch Massage, designed specifically to create the ideal conditions for ASMR to occur.

Nic at Envy Me ASMR Spa
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Sensory Touch and the body’s ASMR Response

Sensory Touch is a feather-light, intentional form of contact designed to communicate safety to the nervous system.  It uses slow rhythm, consistency, and presence rather than pressure or manipulation.

When the body receives this type of sensory input, the nervous system may respond with ASMR - Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response – a wave of calm, tingling, or deep relaxation as the body shifts out of alertness and into regulation.

In this setting, ASMR isn’t something performed or forced. It is an internal response that arises when the right sensory queues are present.

The Benefits of Sensory Touch

Through my practice, I’ve witnessed first-hand the profound ways sensory touch can support the nervous system and foster deep, embodied relaxation.

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Nervous System and Emotional Regulation

- Deep relaxation
- A sense of safety and grounding in the body.
- Reduced mental noise and overstimulation
- Support with switching off and unwinding

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Sensory and ASMR Responses

- Heightened sensory awareness
- ASMR responses such as tingling, warmth, or waves of calm and clarity
- Feeling soothed without needing to talk
- A deeply immersive, present moment experience

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Rest, Recovery and Integration

- Improved quality of rest or sleep for some people• Feeling more settled, balanced, or emotionally lighter
- A sense of rest or nervous system recalibration
- Carrying calm into the hours or days that follow
- Responses vary widely. Some clients experience ASMR, others experience calm and grounding, or rest – all are valid nervous system responses.

I have been receiving Sensory Touch Experience’s from Nicola for over a year now. I suffer from chronic anxiety and it surpasses any other form of relaxation therapy I have tried. It touches your senses in a gentle immersive way. Nicola uses soft brushes, combs and sensory instruments to create soothing sounds and sensations on your skin. Beautiful smells of essential oils and calming music causes your nerves to tingle all over your body. This results in a very deep meditative state where I relax so intensely that it feels so effortless to just be, my limbs feel weightless and as though I’m floating beyond my body, immersed in pure calm. It is deeply hypnotic and brings on feelings of comfort and security. I sleep better and feel relaxed for days after. This can only benefit my overall wellness. I highly recommend Nicola to anyone seeking a true mind- body experience.

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Experiences: Step Into the Full Sensory Touch Experience

Carefully created by The Light Touch Collective, each experience invites you to rebalance, refresh and rejuvenate. Through gentle, intentional sensory touch, immersive tranquil tones, subtle mood lighting, and delicate aromas, you are guided to slow down, fully immerse yourself in soothing sensory relief and to emerge feeling renewed.

ASMR Head Spa

The Signature ASMR Head Spa

A deeply relaxing, immersive sensory head spa experience like no other - featuring water halo therapy soapy scalp massage and deep conditioning. Combining sensory hair play, gentle hair brushing, and feather- light sensory touch, all designed to profoundly calm the nervous system and evoke the body’s natural ASMR response.

ASMR Head Spa Packages

Sensory Facial

A soothing facial combined with hair play, gentle hair brushing with a blend of sensory instruments and feather light touch, to promote a deep sensory relief, nourished and glowing skin and full-body calm.
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ASMR Hair Play & Light Touch

Sensory Scalp Spa

A luxurious scalp-focused sensory experience featuring a curated selection of delicate sensory instruments. Fine tools and brushes glide through the hair and across the scalp, awakening nerve endings and creating gentle tingling sensations.

ASMR Light Touch Back Massage

Sensory Touch hair play & gentle brushing

Sensory touch, hair play and gentle brushing. Gentle sensory touch, immersive hair play and gentle brushing using carefully selected sensory instruments. Designed to release tension and create a deeply relaxing sensory experience.

The Light Touch Collectives’ Approach

Nicola is pioneering the redefinition of ASMR Massage, moving beyond trend-led approaches to focus on what it truly is: the body’s natural response, activated through the expert and specialist Sensory Touch method.

The Light Touch Collective specialises in sensory touch experiences designed to promote deep relaxation, support nervous system regulation and to create the ideal conditions for ASMR (Auto Sensory Meridian Response), leaving you feeling regulated long after the experience comes to a gentle end. Each experience draws on The Art of Sensory Touch. Combining slow intentional light touch, hair play with gentle brushing, interwoven with specialist sensory tools designed to create gentle sounds and subtle sensations, I am able to create the perfect conditions to welcome a true position of calm for my clients.

I recognise that most women can move through life in a constant state burnout, alertness and overwhelm. These sensory touch experiences create softness, safety and the care you truly deserve – offering a tailor made space to let go, breathe and simply be.

Nic at Envy Me ASMR Spa

FAQs

What makes The Light Touch Collectives experiences stand out?
What makes The Light Touch Collective’s experiences exceptional is the combination of expertise, intuition, responsiveness, nurse led and outcome led approach. With over two years of specialised, hands-on practice, I draw upon a holistic and scientific understanding of sensory touch, energy work, sound healing and nervous system science to create deeply restorative and evidence based sessions. Every experience is guided by careful observation of the body’s responses, with adjustments made in real time to ensure maximum comfort and effectiveness. Feedback from countless delighted, returning clients continually shapes and informs my practice, and the volume of glowing and authentic reviews stands as testament to the phenomenal results achieved.
What is a sensory touch session like?
Each session is an immersive, multi-sensory experience, combining gentle, intentional touch with subtle ambient tones, soft lighting, tranquil surroundings, and delicate fragrances. Sessions are designed to help you slow down, unwind, and reconnect with your body.
Will I experience ASMR?
ASMR is a nervous system response that can arise naturally in some people. While many clients experience tingling or waves of calm, responses vary and are not guaranteed — all outcomes are valid and supportive of relaxation.
How do sessions make me feel physically and emotionally?
Clients often report feeling deeply relaxed, grounded, and present. Experiences can include a sense of calm, lightness, restored energy, or simply a gentle pause from daily life. Each person’s experience is unique.
Where are these experiences held?
All of my sensory experiences are offered at my city-centre studio: The Light Touch Collective, 4 Whitfield Street, Gloucester, GL1 1NA. I offer a fully immersive sanctuary with blackout blinds, heated blankets, soft lighting, subtle fragrances, and plush furnishings.
Are these experiences suitable for everyone?
My sensory touch experiences are offered to Females Only, aged 18 years and over. Each session can be adapted to individual preferences and sensitivities. If you have specific concerns, you are welcome to discuss them before booking.
I’m pregnant, can I book?
We are unable to accommodate guests who are pregnant, but I warmly invite you to enjoy a session after your baby is born.
I have hair extensions, can I book?
Most of the experiences I offer can be booked with hair extensions yes. However, the Signature ASMR Head Spa and Sensory Scalp Spa are not suitable (perfect between refits).

Some scalp stimulating elements of the experiences will be removed to support hair extension integrity.
Are the treatments helpful for stress or anxiety?
While these experiences are not medical treatments, many clients find that gentle sensory touch, ambient tones, and a curated environment support relaxation, calm, and a greater sense of balance. Responses are unique to each individual.
How long is a session?
Experiences typically range from 30–90 minutes, allowing ample time for immersive relaxation and sensory engagement.
Do I need to bring anything?
No special items are required. Comfortable clothing is recommended, and all sensory elements are provided to create a seamless, relaxing experience.
What should I wear?
Loose, comfortable clothing is ideal. You will be guided throughout the session to ensure comfort and a full sensory experience. Due to the nature of the experience, and the elements of touch, guests will be invited to remove their top, this is entirely optional and Nicola will leave the room until you are comfortable on the bed to ensure modesty and comfort at all times.
Can the session be tailored to my preferences or sensitivities?
Yes. Each session is guided with attention to your comfort, preferences, and sensory needs, ensuring a personalised, immersive experience. A full consultation form will be sent to you via the email address you provide to secure your booking.
Can I combine multiple experiences in one session?
Selected combinations are available to book. Please check availability when booking, as not all experiences are offered at every location.
How do I book a session?
Bookings can be made online via the BOOK HERE link on the website. Some appointments may be available by contacting us directly via social media or text however, this cannot be guaranteed. Appointments are scheduled to ensure privacy, calm, and full attention to each client.
How often should I have a treatment to feel the full benefits?
The frequency that feels right for you. Many clients enjoy making it a regular part of their wellbeing routine, allowing them to pause, restore and reconnect more often enabling them to navigate life with greater ease.
Is this a silent treatment?
To feel the full benefits of these offerings, they are mostly silent yes. This allows you to completely immerse yourself in the experience and to fully engage your senses. At the beginning, I offer intentional guidance – a few words to help you settle, take a deep breath, focus on the present moment and fully immerse yourself into sensory awareness. Conversation is always welcome if that feels right for you – the experience is yours to inhabit in the way that suits you best.
Can I bring a friend?
We ask all clients not to bring any plus ones to the studio.