Japanese (ASMR) Head Spa and Massage in Gloucester
Welcome to The Light Touch Collective!
Nicola is now a Worldwide Accredited IPHM Training Provider!!
The Cotswold’s original Japanese – inspired ASMR Head Spa, where luxury, balance, inner calm and a full sensory experience await you.
Nicola has created immersive treatments including:
🌿In Person ASMR Massage
Sensory Touch Massage
💫Hair Play and Scalp Massage
💖ASMR Head Spa
🌸Back and Arm Tickles
⭐️Feather Light Back Scratching
Designed exclusively for women; immerse yourself in our signature treatments, including; Sensory Touch (ASMR) Massage, ASMR Head Spa (an elevated twist on the Japanese Head Spa featuring the renowned halo water therapy), Hair Play with carefully selected sensory tools (hair brushing, gentle detangling and scalp stimulation all specifically designed to engage the senses), Sensory based Facials and Scalp Massage.
Sensory Touch (ASMR) Massage is a feather-light, intentional form of gentle contact designed to communicate safety to the nervous system. It uses slow rhythm, consistency, and presence rather than pressure or manipulation. Nicola has seamlessly woven this into her renowned ASMR Head Spa treatment experiences.
Founded by Nicola, The Light Touch Collective is dedicated to offering a sensory journey like no other, all aimed at gently balancing your nervous system offering deep relief from stress, anxiety, burnout, overwhelm and overstimulation. By blending intentional, rhythmic and gentle touch, with expert evidence based techniques; Nicola focus’ on enhancing wellbeing, easing tension, and restoring your inner balance, all whilst nourishing your scalp, hair and soul.
Nicola's specialist work is rooted in a deep, lived understanding of nervous system regulation. Through her own daily practice of intention, regulation, and stillness, she experienced first-hand how consistent, gentle input can support the body in shifting from states of overwhelm into calm and safety.
With multiple packages to choose from, you can book your regular escape today and boost your wellbeing to a higher level.
ACCREDITED IPHM TRAINING PROVIDER
ACCREDITED SENSORY TOUCH PRACTITIONER COURSE
As a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with over 10 years of nursing experience and approximately 20 years working within mental health services, I have always been passionate about understanding people, supporting wellbeing, and helping others learn and develop.
My specialist interest in sensory experiences, relaxation, and nervous system regulation led me to develop and refine training in sensory touch, ASMR massage, hair play, and ASMR Head Spa treatments. Over the past 2.5 years, I have worked extensively with clients, continually evolving my practice through hands-on experience, ongoing research, reflective learning, and a commitment to professional standards. This work has resulted in over 175 five-star client reviews.
As both a healthcare professional and educator, I am passionate about bringing greater credibility, structure, and professionalism to this innovative and emerging area of practice. My training places a strong emphasis on safety, predictability, client wellbeing, ethical practice, and practical competence, ensuring students understand not only how to perform techniques, but how to deliver them responsibly and professionally.
I believe the best training combines evidence-informed learning, real-world experience, and genuine passion for the subject. My goal is to help students develop confidence, competence, and the skills needed to deliver exceptional sensory touch experiences within their own practice.
Fully accredited and insurable Sensory Touch Practitioner Course now available online and in person.
Learn professional sensory touch techniques, hair play, relaxation-based touch, client care, consultation, safety, and treatment delivery through comprehensive training and ongoing support.
📍 Online & In-Person Training Available
📜 Fully Accredited
✅ Insurable on Completion
🎓 Suitable for Beginners and Existing Therapists
For full course information and booking, contact Nicola on 07399 959820.
Why Clients Recommend Our Massage in Gloucestershire
I was so excited to try a head spa for the first time - and it did not disappoint! I booked it between busy working weekends at festivals. Environments that usually exhaust me. But the reset of this session helped my head feel clear and my chest feel calm for days afterwards. Friends commented on how happy I seemed. During the beautifully relaxing session with Nic, I found myself reflecting on what makes me feel ‘cared for’. Turns out - it was this.
Claire
I loved my experience with the Light Touch Collective. This was my second appointment, but my first in Nic's new premises. The treatment room is a beautiful, calming space that's restful from the moment you walk in. The lovely atmosphere, beautiful blossom tree, soft lights, candles and calming aromas instantly put you at ease. Nic is lovely, very welcoming and genuinely cares about your experience. I find it very hard to relax my mind, but I felt safe and able to completely switch off. The treatment involved very gentle sensory touch on my back, shoulders, arms and face, along with hair play all over my scalp and I love the blissful Halo Water Therapy. Combined with the aromatherapy, gentle music and relaxing sounds, it's a completely different experience to a massage. It really didn't disappoint. It was a deeply relaxing experience. I highly recommend it. Nic has worked so hard to grow her business, and it was so lovely to see her in her beautiful new premises, doing something she clearly loves. I hope your business continues to grow and evolve - you deserve every bit of success.
Simplie Nerak
Enlightened beyond belief! For the first time in my life my mind was quiet. I have ADHD and the medication has helped me, but this treatment with Nic took me to a place I have never ever been. It was pure internal peace. To the point after It had finished I didn’t even know if I was still alive!!!! I had a silent brain, a low rested pulse and respiratory rate and zero aches or sensations in my body. I felt so completely calm for the first time in my life. This was incredible, enlightening and also reassuring that there is now an outlet for me. Better than a drug, better than CBT, that feeling alone has really made a difference to me. An hour that I can look forward to where I just get shut down the manic, frantic me and feel light, free and so increasingly calm. I literally want everyone to experience this, I want everyone to feel this. Nic really brings the most beautiful energy to guide your body and mind through it in her warm and welcoming therapy room. Buy a voucher for a loved one, treat yourself and then shout this wonderful secret from the roof tops. We have to share this form of magic with the world. It’s just bliss and actually so much more if you are like me and your body and brain is in constant motion. You won’t regret it xxx
Jodi peirce
I was so excited to try a head spa for the first time - and it did not disappoint! I booked it between busy working weekends at festivals. Environments that usually exhaust me. But the reset of this session helped my head feel clear and my chest feel calm for days afterwards. Friends commented on how happy I seemed. During the beautifully relaxing session with Nic, I found myself reflecting on what makes me feel ‘cared for’. Turns out - it was this.
Claire
I loved my experience with the Light Touch Collective. This was my second appointment, but my first in Nic's new premises. The treatment room is a beautiful, calming space that's restful from the moment you walk in. The lovely atmosphere, beautiful blossom tree, soft lights, candles and calming aromas instantly put you at ease. Nic is lovely, very welcoming and genuinely cares about your experience. I find it very hard to relax my mind, but I felt safe and able to completely switch off. The treatment involved very gentle sensory touch on my back, shoulders, arms and face, along with hair play all over my scalp and I love the blissful Halo Water Therapy. Combined with the aromatherapy, gentle music and relaxing sounds, it's a completely different experience to a massage. It really didn't disappoint. It was a deeply relaxing experience. I highly recommend it. Nic has worked so hard to grow her business, and it was so lovely to see her in her beautiful new premises, doing something she clearly loves. I hope your business continues to grow and evolve - you deserve every bit of success.
Simplie Nerak
Enlightened beyond belief! For the first time in my life my mind was quiet. I have ADHD and the medication has helped me, but this treatment with Nic took me to a place I have never ever been. It was pure internal peace. To the point after It had finished I didn’t even know if I was still alive!!!! I had a silent brain, a low rested pulse and respiratory rate and zero aches or sensations in my body. I felt so completely calm for the first time in my life. This was incredible, enlightening and also reassuring that there is now an outlet for me. Better than a drug, better than CBT, that feeling alone has really made a difference to me. An hour that I can look forward to where I just get shut down the manic, frantic me and feel light, free and so increasingly calm. I literally want everyone to experience this, I want everyone to feel this. Nic really brings the most beautiful energy to guide your body and mind through it in her warm and welcoming therapy room. Buy a voucher for a loved one, treat yourself and then shout this wonderful secret from the roof tops. We have to share this form of magic with the world. It’s just bliss and actually so much more if you are like me and your body and brain is in constant motion. You won’t regret it xxx
Jodi peirce
Where to Find Us in Gloucestershire
Light Studios
4 Whitfield Street
Gloucester
GL1 1NA
Access to The Light Studios is on the first floor of "Chiropodists and Podiatrists"
It is the building to the left of Peter Hickman's Hair Dresser's / Just off Russell Street
(please note: access is via a flight of stairs)
Nicola will endeavour to great you at the door, however if she is unable to, please ring the buzzer, you will be let in and the waiting room is upstairs straight in front of you.
Parking
Free and paid parking options are available nearby.
There are several parking options within a short walk (right outside - 3 minute walk) of the studio, including:
- On-street parking pay and display (Mon - Sun - 8am - 6pm)
- Nearby Car Park/pay-and-display (Mon - Sat - 8am - 6pm)
- Free parking at Asda (GL1 1DS) which is approx. a 3 minute walk away.
Please allow a few extra minutes to park if you are unfamiliar with the area.
The Benefits
Through my practice, I’ve witnessed first-hand the profound ways sensory touch can support the nervous system and foster deep, embodied relaxation.
Below are a list of just some of the evidence based benefits!
Nervous System and Emotional Regulation
- Deep relaxation
- Parasympathetic activation
- Allowing your body to remember that true calm is achievable!
- A sense of safety and grounding in the body.
- Reduced mental noise and overstimulation
- Support with switching off and unwinding
Sensory and ASMR Responses
- Heightened sensory awareness
- Potential ASMR responses such as tingling, warmth, or waves of calm and clarity
- Feeling soothed without needing to talk
- A deeply immersive, present moment experience
Rest, Recovery and Integration
- Improved quality of rest or sleep
- Feeling more settled, balanced, or emotionally lighter
- A sense of rest or nervous system recalibration
- Carrying calm into the hours or days that follow
And many more.... check out our 5 STAR Glowing Reviews for more...
(Results may vary)
About Our Massage Services in Gloucester
Sensory Touch is a feather-light, intentional form of touch 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 a gentle shift into the parasympathetic state (rest and digest), promoting a deeply restorative sense of calm, deep sensory relief and ASMR - Auto 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.
Mental Health Nursing with distinction (Qualified in 2014) Breathwork and Grounding Practitioner Japanese Head Spa
Nursing and Midwifery Council UWE - mental health nursing with distinction
International Practitioners of HolistIc Medicine
Accreditation Council of Holistic Healers
World Metaphysical Association
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My specialist work is rooted in a deep, lived understanding of nervous system regulation. Through my own daily practice of sensory touch and intentional stillness, I've experienced first-hand how consistent, gentle input can support the body in shifting from states of overwhelm into calm and safety. I also recognise that true regulation doesn't mean being calm all the time. It means building the capacity to move through stress without becoming overwhelmed - to return to balance more easily, rather than tipping into dysregulation.
This is why I view these treatments not as a one-off treatment, but as part of an ongoing nervous system care practice - where regular, immersive sensory experiences support resilience, stability and long-term wellbeing.
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 treatment 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. Combing slow intentional light touch, soothing hair play, gentle hair 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 treatments, create softness, safety and the care you truly deserve – offering a tailor made space to let go, breathe and simply be.
Head Spa and Massage Services in Gloucestershire
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The Discovery Session is perfect for those discovering benefits of sensory touch and hair play for the first time...
A deeply relaxing treatment combining gentle touch, soothing sensory techniques, and mindful hair play to create a calming experience for both body and mind.
Your treatment includes:
Gentle sensory touch across the arms, shoulders, décolletage and neck. Relaxing hair play using fingertips and sensory tools Gentle scalp stimulation Soft hair brushing and delicate detangling Slow, rhythmic plaiting and unplaiting Focused attention to the hairline and baby hairs for an enhanced sensory experience
Areas of Focus
Arms Shoulders Décolletage Neck Hair Li Hair Scalp
Slow, intentional movements and nurturing touch work together to encourage deep relaxation, ease tension, and leave you feeling calm, comforted, and restored.
Please note you will be led flat on your back so we are not able to complete treatments during pregnancy 18 years +. Female Clientele only.
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The Signature Sensory Ritual (Signature Hair Play)
A deeply relaxing treatment combining gentle touch, soothing sensory techniques, and mindful hair play to create a calming experience for both body and mind.
Your treatment includes:
Gentle sensory touch across the arms, shoulders, décolletage and neck. Relaxing hair play using fingertips and sensory tools Gentle scalp stimulation Soft hair brushing and delicate detangling Slow, rhythmic plaiting and unplaiting Focused attention to the hairline and baby hairs for an enhanced sensory experience
Areas of Focus
Arms Shoulders Décolletage Neck Hair Li Hair Scalp
Slow, intentional movements and nurturing touch work together to encourage deep relaxation, ease tension, and leave you feeling calm, comforted, and restored.
Please note you will be led flat on your back so we are not able to complete treatments during pregnancy 18 years +. Female Clientele only.
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Drift into a state of deep relaxation as you lie comfortably face down while slow, soothing touch and calming sensory techniques help release tension and quiet the mind.
Your treatment includes:
- Feather-light sensory touch across the back, shoulders, and arms
- Gentle fingertip tracing and delicate back scratching
- Sensory touch using a curated selection of sensory tools
- Relaxing hair play with fingertips and sensory tools
- Gentle hair brushing and delicate detangling
- Focused attention to the hairline and baby hairs
- Rhythmic scalp massage and gentle scalp stimulation
- Slow, mindful techniques designed to encourage deep relaxation, restoration, and a lasting sense of calm
Areas of Focus
- Back
- Arms
- Shoulders
- Nape of the neck
- Hair
- Scalp
Please Note
- This treatment is performed with you lying comfortably face down throughout.
- As this treatment requires a face-down position, it is not suitable during pregnancy.
- Available for clients aged 18 years and over.
- Female clientele only.
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Perfect for women who crave both back tickles and hair play!
Sensory Touch (ASMR Massage) with Sensory ToolsSensory Touch with feather light touchHair Play with Sensory ToolsGentle hair brushing and detanglingAttention given to baby hair (hair line)Rhythmic Scalp MassageGentle Back ScratchingSpecialist Techniques to guide your body and mind into a deep state of relaxation, restoration and inner balance.
Areas of focus: Back, Arms, Chest, Shoulders, Nape, Hair and Scalp
Please note you will be led flat on your back and face down during this treatment - we are not able to complete treatments during pregnancy 18 years +. Female Clientele only.
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Allow your body and mind more time to settle, and indulge your senses....
Enjoy all the benefits of the 60 minute Calming Ritual for even longer!
Areas of focus: Back, Arms, Chest, Shoulders, Nape, Hair and Scalp
Please note you will be led flat on your back and face down during this treatment - we are not able to complete treatments during pregnancy 18 years +. Female Clientele only.
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A deeply immersive sensory journey designed to calm the nervous system, quiet a busy mind, and provide complete relaxation from head to toe.
Your experience begins led comfortably on your front, with gentle sensory touch ASMR back massage incorporating hair play, scalp-focused techniques, and feather-light touch designed to encourage deep relaxation.
Next, gently turning onto your back, a further indulging moment of peace whilst the ASMR sensory touch continues across your arms, chest and flows through your scalp and hair.
Indulge in a dreamy ASMR facial flowing seamlessly into a nourishing oily scalp massage before finishing with our signature ASMR Head Spa, including cleansing, flowing halo water, soapy scalp massage, and a gentle blow-dry.
This is our most comprehensive treatment, combining multiple sensory experiences into one restorative journey designed to help you slow down, switch off, and reset.
Please note that you will need to lay flat on your back during the treatment. We are unable to perform Head Spa's if you are pregnant or have hair extensions.
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Experience the full benefits of our Signature Head Spa, enhanced with a deeply relaxing sensory facial designed to nourish the skin, calm the mind, and restore a sense of balance.
This treatment combines gentle hair and scalp care with a soothing facial ritual, blending mindful touch, skincare, and relaxation techniques for a truly restorative experience.
Your treatment includes:
Relaxing hair play Gentle brushing and delicate detangling Soft sensory touch across the face, décolletage, and upper arms using specialised tools Facial cleanse to refresh and purify the skin Application of toner to balance and prepare the skin Nourishing moisturiser for hydration and comfort Luxury blend of oils with a calming facial massage
Important Information:
This treatment requires you to lie flat on your back throughout the session Not suitable during pregnancy Not suitable for clients with hair extensions Female clients only
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Signature Head Spa Experience
Experience the full benefits of our Signature Head Spa, beginning with a deeply relaxing back massage to ease tension and prepare the body for complete relaxation.
The treatment then transitions into our signature head spa ritual, combining gentle sensory techniques, soothing scalp work, and mindful hair care to promote a profound sense of calm and restoration.
Your treatment includes:
Relaxing back massage to release tension and prepare the body for relaxation Gentle sensory touch using specialised tools and feather-light techniques Relaxing hair play using sensory tools and fingertips Soft hair brushing and delicate detangling Focused attention to the hairline and baby hairs Rhythmic scalp massage to encourage deep relaxation Specialist techniques designed to calm the nervous system and restore inner balance
Important Information:
This treatment requires you to lie flat on your front and back during the session We are unable to perform head spa treatments during pregnancy Not suitable for clients with hair extensions FEMALE ONLY 1:1
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Signature ASMR Head Spa
Indulge your senses...
Sensory Touch (ASMR) Massage of arms, chest and scalpCooling Jade Eye MaskHair Play with sensory toolsLuxury blend of scalp and hair oils- Halo Water Therapy
- Double Hair cleanse with bubbly scalp massage
- Hair Conditioner
Towel Dry
Please note that this package does not include a blow dry. Please choose a 90 minute and above Head Spa option if you would like to add this.
Please note that you will need to lay flat on your back during the treatment. We are unable to perform Head Spa's if you are pregnant or have hair extensions.
Areas of focus: Head, Arms, Shoulders, Decolage (upper chest), Neck, Hair and Scalp.
18 years +. FEMALE ONLY.
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Allow your body and mind more time to settle and indulge. All the benefits of the The Signature ASMR Head Spa Plus:
More time to fully relaxIndian Head Massage Techniques- Hydrating Hair Masque
Soft blow dry (partial and un-styled/ included in your treatment time)Hot or Cold Drink during your blow dry
Please note that you will need to lay flat on your back during the treatment. We are unable to perform Head Spa's if you are pregnant or have hair extensions.
Areas of focus: Head, Arms, Shoulders, Decolage (upper chest), Neck, Hair and Scalp.
18 years +. FEMALE ONLY.
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- Hair Play
- Gentle brushing and detangling
- Sensory Touch across your chest, neck and face
- Soft facial ASMR massage with sensory tools
- Cleanse
- Tone
- Moisturise
- Luxury blend of oils with facial massage
Not available during pregnancy FEMALE ONLY
Terms of Service
✨ Booking Policy ✨
At The Light Touch Collective, I want every client to feel relaxed and supported. To keep things fair and ensure smooth running of the diary, please take a moment to read through the booking terms below:
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💌 Booking Fee
• Existing Clients - A £10 non-refundable booking fee is required to secure your appointment.
New clients - 25% non-refundable booking fee is require to secure your appointment
• Your appointment is not confirmed until this has been paid. The remaining balance is due on the day in cash.
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⏰ Treatment Times & Punctuality
• If you arrive late, your treatment will still finish at the scheduled time and be charged at the full price agreed at booking
• Please let me know if you are running behind – where possible I’ll try to accommodate, but this may not always be available.
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❌ Cancellations & Rescheduling
• I kindly ask for at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.
• With 48+ hours’ notice, your booking fee can be transferred to a new appointment.
• If less than 48 hours’ notice is given, the full treatment cost will apply and any gift voucher will be forfeited.
• If you don’t attend your appointment (no-show), the full treatment cost will apply, gift vouchers will be forfeited, and a new booking fee will be required to rebook.
• Repeated no-shows may affect your ability to book future appointments.
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🚪 Late Arrivals
• A 15-minute grace period is offered.
• If you arrive later than this, your treatment may not be able to go ahead, and the full treatment fee will apply.
• A new booking fee will be required to rebook.
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🎁 Gift Vouchers are:
* Non-refundable under any circumstances
* Redeemable on full-price treatments only
* Not valid in conjunction with any offers, seasonal treatments, model slots, or discount codes
* Non exchangeable for cash
* Redeemable between the working hours of Monday to Wednesday 9am - 2pm if treatments are booked with a gift voucher outside of these hours you will be contacted to reschedule
* Expiry date – Valid for 12 months from purchase date
* Subject to availability. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment
* No change can be given
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🌸 Special Notes
• Female-only service.
• Treatments are not currently not available during pregnancy.
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Booking an appointment and securing it with a booking fee confirms that you agree with these terms. Thank you for understanding and for respecting my time and business 🌿
Light Studios, 4 Whitfield Street, Gloucestershire, GL1 1NA, GB
07399 959820
Monday: 9:00 - 21:00 · Tuesday: 9:00 - 20:00 · Wednesday - Sunday: 9:00 - 17:00