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My name is Raisa. I am a queer individual, trained in Thai massage and intuitive massage to provide relaxation.
I believe in touch. Touch is something we as humans need and crave. Touch can be healing and give us the necessary emotional releases. To truly enjoy and receive touch, a safe environment is needed.
I am hoping to provide a safe environment for queer individuals. An environment where massage is not a transaction, but rather an exchange between people. I want it to not just be a luxury item, but a most human moment of self-care.
My massages are an energy exchange based on respect and trust. It is important for me to ask your pronouns and go into dialogue about what your body needs and what areas of your body I should perhaps avoid or which areas need extra attention. By taking the time to get to know you, your identity and needs, I am hoping to provide a safe and healing touch, which grounds you into your body.
📍 Amsterdam East | Home Based Practice
Respect
Respect for one another is vital to a good massage. I will ask you about your pronouns, your needs and limitations. I respect the art of massage, meaning I will not rush the massage and always ask for your consent and approval.
Safety
I will welcome you in. I will offer you a drink and we have time for a little chat. I hope to understand more about you, concerns or hopes you have before we get started.
Grounding into the belly brain (belly, chest, arms)
Grounding 60 min / €50*
Grounding into the full body (legs, belly, arms, back, head)
Grounding 90 min / €80*
Grounding into the full body (legs, belly, arms, back, head)
Trans/Enby specific massage
Grounding into scars 30 min / €25*
Embracing my scars
In conversation we will explore pressure around your scars and determine what kind of touch feels good
*I work with a sliding scale. Please do let me know if the prices are an obstacle!
What is a grounding massage?
Grounding into your body means to settle down into the parasympathetic nervous system. This is our body system of relaxation and it gets us out of the activation caused by the sympathetic nervous system.
Why is this good?
The parasympathetic nervous system helps us digest food, produces saliva, lowers our heart rate, relaxes our lung muscles, enhances our feelings of arousal and more.
What will I feel?
You might feel your tummy start to bubble and loosen, you may feel your heart beat slowing down, your breathing might get deeper and you may feel the tiredness in your muscles as you sink deeper into the massage table. Your body temperature may go down and you might feel emotions come up as you re-connect with your body.
There is no right or wrong feeling here, some people may experience something else :)
Book a session
Amsterdam East
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FAQ
Can we book you for an event?
Yes, I have a special price and massage list for events. Please send an email to queer.massages@gmail.com with your information and details about the event
Accesibillity?
Unfortunately, there is no elevator present in the building. However, I can offer at home massages. I will need to add some costs for transport. I am hoping to improve on accessibility as soon as possible.
Where did you learn massage?
I have always had a personal interest and my intuition has always guided me in giving massages to friends and family. Recently, I travelled to Thailand to learn more about pressure points, positioning and techniques.
Is there a cancellation fee?
From February 1st 2025, the following regulations apply ;)
Cancellations must always be made via email.
A €5 deposit will be asked before the session.
If a cancellation is made less than 24 hours before the session, this deposit will be non-refundable.
If a cancellation is made less than 1 hour before the session, an invoice for half the session’s price will be issued.
Where are you located?
My practice is in my home. I am located in Amsterdam East (Dapperbuurt), on a 10 minute walk from Muiderpoort station and a 2 minute walk from tram lines 3 and 14.
In the confirmation of the booking, I will provide the full address! I can, if necessary, provide massages at your home too. I will need to add some transportation costs.
The massage I want is not mentioned?
Before every massage, I am hoping we can chat a little bit about your needs. This way, we can adjust the massage as needed for you. The body part categories mentioned, are just there to help give direction, but please know it is flexible :)
I am not queer, can I still book a massage?
Yes, you 100% can. I want to create a safe space for queer people to receive a massage. While this is my focus, it is a safe space for all human beings and I hope everyone feels welcome to come and book a massage.
I want regular massages, is there a special price?
Yes, if you are hoping to come regularly (every week, every two weeks, every month, every two months), I am happy to provide a reduced price which works for the both of us. Contact me to discuss :)
I am nervous for a first session...
Nerves are very understandable. Massage is very personal and intimate. Please know we can always text or call to talk through some the of the things that make you nerves. I want to make sure you can feel as comfortable as possible.
I have an injury. Can I get a massage?
Yes! Please let me know about the injury you have and I will make sure to treat this area carefully.
Do you work with a sliding scale?
Yes, I understand that not everyone has the same funds. I want to make sure everyone can receive the healing and relaxation they crave. Please do contact me and let us try and find price that works for you.
What should I wear?
I advise wearing some loose fitting clothes without too many zippers and buttons. I can massage you while you are dressed and I can understand how this may be preferred by some people. If you come in wearing something loose fitted, we can decide in the moment what may best suit your needs at that time.
What are your opening times?
My schedule is flexible and therefore changes per week. I am always available multiple times a week though. You can check under bookings my current open slots!
How can I pay for the session?
I accept both cash and a bank transfer/tikkie :)
Can I gift someone a massage?
YES, please contact me and we will arrange payment up front so you can give your friend, partner, family member, co-worker a massage :)
My question has not been answered...
Please contact me via Instagram or email queer.massages@gmail.com
*reviews are left anonymously in the above feedback form to ensure full privacy
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It is so wonderful to find a masseuse that understands the complexities of inhabiting a queer body. To enter a space that was immediately welcoming, relatable and safe allowed me to for the first time enjoy a massage. I was able to share about nerve damage received during surgery and they were very careful and sensitive to my hesitation and insecurity around that area. Raisa is not only in an amazing massager who targeted and released a ton of built up tension, but also a lovely and warm presence who makes that release and relaxation feel easy and safe. I cannot recommend them enough! thanks again for a great experience :)
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I have had some experience with massage, because my back used to give me some troubles. Usually those massages are quite transactional, I appreciate them and it helps with my back. But this time, it was different, I had a calming feeling most of the time and it increased more towards the end, during the massage I remember thinking that I really felt that someone was taking care of me and my body. It was not a strong massage, it was more like the right pressure in the right places.
I strongly recommend queer.massage you won't regret!
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As a transgender person, I've never felt comfortable to have a professional massage done in a conventional setting, so when I got the opportunity to try it for the first time in my life in a place that is welcoming to everyone, where I could feel safe as a queer trans person, was really a refreshing experience.
The combination of different techniques, gentle and harder massaging, on different parts of the body made me both relaxed and amazed by sensations I haven't felt before. Surprising was how much tension I was able to let go, which was especially useful being only days away from a very exciting but also stressful surgery. The neck and face massage were something I was unfamiliar with but very happy to have the pleasure of discovering, so good!
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Thank you for helping me release some post top surgery tension from my chest! It was really special to have someone massage my scars and help me to feel a bit more at home in my body again.
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Had a wonderful massage. Raisa makes sure to listen to all your wants and needs and creates a super relaxing atmosphere. You really feel so relaxed afterwards. I loved it!
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The massage was absolutely incredible! The pressure points used really helped release tension and helped my body relax. Raisa was extremely thoughtful in the way in which she worked through the body and created an atmosphere where I could really melt and receive the care from the massage. I left feeling rejuvenated, energized and soft and nourished. I would wholeheartedly recommend.
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Raisa is a magician! Such a great vibe and a beautiful soul; I felt very safe and relaxed the whole time.
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Raisa gave me exactly what I needed: peace and relaxation.
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This was my first time receiving a massage. I always felt uneasy by the idea of a random person touching my body. But when I came across Queer massage I saw this as an opportunity to finally experience this. I felt less anxious knowing it would be a queer friendly environment. Throughout the whole experience I felt very safe, which made that I could fully relax and let go. I will definitely come back to Raisa for my second massage experience.
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Through Raisa’s touch, I was able to connect on a deeper level with my body. Not only did she release tension in my body, but I was also able to release some unprocessed emotions. You know it’s a safe space when you don’t even notice that you’re crying.
An experience I can highly recommend.
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From the moment I was welcomed in, I felt safe and calm. It was nice that I knew I didn't have to worry about what the person who gives the massage thinks about my body (I do have these worries in non-queer massage salons). Therefore I could actually let my body relax and fully enjoy the massage. It was the right pressure, touch and technique for me and next to that I felt very cared for. Wonderful experience that I would definitely recommend.
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As someone new to massage I booked the 30 mins back, neck and shoulders. Raisa made me feel at ease straight away and I felt super relaxed after the massage. Perfect on a busy day. Also, it made me feel safe to be in a queer space. Thank you Raisa!
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I hadn’t had the best experience with massages before, but I felt really comfortable and relaxed with Raisa. From the start she made sure I was comfortable and asked about potential injuries or sensitive areas, and adapted her approach to my needs and boundaries. I am very happy with the service, and will for sure be back!
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Raisa welcomes you with ease and warmth. They explain what they will do beforehand which helps to relax into the experience. Raise is very professional and I could feel that they know what they're doing. Afterwards I felt reconnected to my body and a lot more relaxed. Would recommend!
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Thank you so much for the relaxing massage! You treated by body with a lot of respect, and it helped me connect more to my body :)
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Thanks for providing such a great service and safe space for queer folk. I felt at ease immediately. I loved the gentleness of your touch but that you also applied strength to work my tissue. This made it a really deep massage that was much more relaxing and tension-releasing than other massages I had in the past that often seemed too superficial. I also really enjoyed that there was a rhythm and flow. Can’t wait to return.
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The massage was very comforting and relaxing. I never felt any discomfort or awkwardness, even though I am normally always very awkward with physical touch. I had a full body massage and although the stomach and face massage didn’t sound very appealing to me, I really enjoyed these parts as well. Thank you! :-)
