RACCOON TOUCH BODYWORK

Myofascial & Trauma Release and Deep Relaxation Massages in BerlinDonation-BasedLGBTQIA+, Neurodiverse & Marginalised Folks First

DEEP Relatation MASSAGE

If you want to treat yourself after an intense week, soothe neck, shoulder, or back tension, or simply relax, I’ve got you covered.Each massage appointment is 90 minutes long and includes a brief consultation followed by a full‑body massage.My massages combine deep tissue work, pressure point techniques, and passive stretching with a holistic approach to help you relax and release tension.Strictly Non-Erotic

Myofascial & Trauma Release (MER)

Research indicates that at least 80% of us will experience back pain at some point in our lives Many cases, especially recurring or chronic pain, cannot be explained by structural issues in the body.In these cases, and in many others such as neck, knee, pelvis or foot pain, bodywork that focuses on Myofascial & Trauma Release, such as Myofascial Energetic Release, can often help.Myofascial Energetic Release is a deep bodywork approach. It uses slow, in‑depth fascia* work to support individuals in releasing long‑held tension and the physical manifestations of trauma stored in their bodies. This can ease pain and increase body awareness.
Each session lasts 105 minutes, including a brief consultation, personalised bodywork, and a short closing conversation._{* If you want to nerd out on fascia, head here}Strictly Non-Erotic

All my sessions are donation-based_{here is what it means}

I started Raccoon Touch with the belief that queer, neurodivergent, and marginalised folks deserve access to bodywork.
That includes those of us who cannot always (or ever) afford the rates charged by most practitioners.For this reason, and for as long as it’s financially sustainable for me, I use a donation-based model. This means you decide what you pay, based on what you can genuinely afford.For those who appreciate an indicative range:
Most clients donate between 50€ and 140€ for a 105‑minute Myofascial Energetic Release session.If you earn comfortably, paying toward the upper-end helps me continue offering accessible care to our community.

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Most bodyworkers use a 24‑hour cancellation policy, but that approach doesn’t fit well with a donation-based system.Still, last‑minute cancellations make it harder for me to keep this model sustainable.If you need to cancel, I warmly ask that you do so as early as possible. And if something comes up at the last minute, please consider making a small donation, only if you’re able, to help offset the lost time.

THOMAS
RACCOON

(He/They)I'm a certified bodyworker focusing on deep, trauma-informed bodywork.I'm also a neurodivergent queer expat in Berlin, a (retired) academic in Contemporary Literature & Queer Theory (my work was on negative theory and on the value of queer failure) and a product manager by trade.I’m certified in relaxation techniques involving deep tissue, pressure point & passive stretches, and training in trauma-informed deep bodywork, through the Myofascial Energetic Release (M.E.R) modality.Aside from bodywork, I’m a somatic enthusiast, certified in space holding, embodied conflict resolution and, as a trainer, in neurodiversity and inclusion.

Bodywork Training* _{(2025 - Ongoing)} Myofascial Energetic Release at the Integral Body Institute
Module 1 - Self Empowerment: Back, Neck, Pelvis and Breath (50 Guided Learning Hours)
Module 2 - Grounding: Feet, Legs & Hips (50 Guided Learning Hours)
Module 3 - Centering: Core and Pelvis Integration (50 Guided Learning Hours)
* ₍₂₀₂₅₎ Joint mobilization in Deep Tissue Massage with Art Riggs at the International School of Deep Tissue Massage Practitioners (40 Guided Learning Hours)
* ₍₂₀₂₄₎ Advanced therapeutic massage (40 Guided Learning Hours)
* ₍₂₀₂₃₎ Level 3 Diploma in Holistic/Swedish Massage (ITEC) (Including Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology) at the London School of Massage (250 Guided Learning Hours)
* _(2022-2024) Soul of Skin Training (7 weekends on 7 different bodywork modalities, involving Deep Tissue, Esalen, Lomi Lomi, Bodyflow, Thai Yoga, etc.) at we are villageOther Relevant Training* _(2024-2025) Level 3 Certificate in Neurodiversity & Inclusion - Train the Trainer - at the Positive Psychology Guild (180 Guided Learning Hours)
* ₍₂₀₂₄₎ Authentic Eros - Somatic Queer training on Relationships & Community - module 1 to 3 at we are village
* ₍₂₀₂₄₎ Understanding Autism at the Open University
* ₍₂₀₂₃₎ Embodied Conflict Resolution - 24h certifying course at The Embody Lab
* ₍₂₀₂₃₎ Attachment Theory Weekend - Drama Lama at Skinship
* ₍₂₀₂₃₎ The Art of Holding Space at The Embody Lab
* ₍₂₀₂₃₎ Core Erotic Theme by Skinship Skinship
* _(2016-2022) PhD in Contemporary Literature and Queer Theory at University College London