Physical & and mental health accommodations for boudoir sessions
Every person comes to their boudoir session with different needs, and my goal is always to meet them where they’re at.
Many of my boudoir clients tell me that they feel some mild nervousness before their sessions – and that’s totally normal! I’ve also worked with clients who have some concerns about making their boudoir session day work best for their physical health and/or their mental health.
Please know that you are always welcome to request any of the following accommodations (or something else) without sharing why you’re requesting it – you know what you need best, and I am here to help!
Examples of Physical health accommodations
Photoshoots can require lots of stretching to get into different positions, kind of like a yoga class! I ask every client if they have any mobility or flexibility challenges at the start of their session, and have tons of poses to offer each client based on what feels good in their body.
Need a break to use a breast pump, eat a snack, check blood sugar, or sit down for a while? No problem at all! I make sure that every session has plenty of time for breaks factored in. We can plan out what breaks we’ll take in advance or just take them when the need arises.
If you have allergies or avoid gluten, caffeine, or alcohol, just let me know and I’ll make sure to only provide snacks and beverages that meet your dietary requirements or preferences.
While my current studio is not fully ADA-compliant, it was designed with wheelchair accessibility in mind (from an entrance ramp I can set up for the front door, 35” wide doorways, grab bars and room to maneuver in the bathroom/dressing room). If you have any concerns or questions about the physical accessibility of the space or hesitations about whether my studio will work for your needs (or any mobility aids that you use), please feel free to ask - if my studio won’t fulfill your needs, I will arrange renting a different one at no cost to you.
Mental health accommodations
I always have hot beverages (coffee, tea) and cold beverages (cans of sparkling water) on hand for clients to enjoy. Some clients in the past have used hot beverages in the past to take a grounding moment if feeling overwhelmed, and other clients have held cold beverages on the back of their necks to provide a cooling sensation if feeling anxious (I’ve done this too!).
When planning sessions, I’ve had clients request in advance that they have mid-session breaks available to them to take a walk around the block, do a five-minute meditation in their dressing room, call a loved one briefly, or take some deep breaths. These are absolutely welcome! (Some clients don’t end up taking the breaks and later tell me that just mentally knowing that they’re available is helpful – but of course, please feel free to take breaks too!)
If you are someone who experiences sensory overwhelm, I’m happy to adjust the studio ambiance to feel less stimulating. I can avoid lighting candles, skip playing music, or plan my lighting use accordingly in the studio. You’re always welcome to let me know if there are other sensory stimuli that you’d like me to adjust!
Many of my clients have a part of their body that is not their favorite or that they’re learning to be more comfortable with, which is totally normal. That being said, there are times when a client’s relationship with their body might be challenging enough that it doesn’t feel like the right time to do a boudoir session. If you’re not sure, I always recommend talking it through with a trusted therapist.
Sometimes I have clients who feel vulnerable or overwhelmed when wearing a certain outfit, especially those that reveal more skin. Clients often find it helpful to request a break during these moments to throw on a robe or put on their outfits, or to drink a glass of water or sip a cup of tea to take a pause, and that’s completely welcome!
And more than anything, I hope you know that you are amazing exactly as you are – and I can’t WAIT to work with you!