Is Your Massage Therapist a Man or a Woman?

 

Let’s Talk About the Awkward Bit…

Let’s face it — deciding to book a massage can already feel like a big step. But throw in the question “Is the therapist male or female?” and suddenly it becomes a whole internal debate. Yep, we’re going there.

The truth is, many people — both women and men — feel slightly awkward about seeing a male massage therapist. Meanwhile, female massage therapists seem to breeze through everyone’s comfort zone without a hitch. Curious, isn’t it?

Let’s clear something up straight away. A massage therapist, regardless of gender, is fundamentally a health professional. Think of us as doctors — just without the scalpel. Instead, our tool is a pair of trained, knowledgeable hands. You wouldn’t refuse to see a GP because of their gender, right?

When I’m working with a client, I’m not thinking about your gender, your body type, or anything remotely awkward. My only focus is: what’s wrong, and how do I help you feel better? That’s it. My job is to restore balance, ease pain, and help your body get back to working the way it should.

Now, about the male massage therapist stigma — let’s unpack it a bit. Women might feel shy, which is perfectly understandable. But men? Some avoid male therapists due to some outdated fears of being judged or misunderstood. Honestly — those worries are way off the mark.

Interestingly, women tend to care for their health more proactively, and — guess what? — they live longer for it. They also book massages far more often than men (over 60% of massage clients are women). And while many women actually prefer the firm touch of male hands, they still book female therapists out of modesty or habit. Meanwhile, plenty of men book women too — because, well… they’re men. But here’s the thing: it’s not really about strength.

Sure, people say male therapists have “stronger hands”. But what really counts is technique, experience, anatomical knowledge, and the ability to read what your muscles are telling us. That’s what makes the difference between a quick rub and proper remedial therapy.

So I’ll ask you — when you book a massage, what do you actually look for? Gender… or results?
I may be a man. I may have strong hands. But more importantly, I know what I’m doing. And if you choose me for your treatment, your body — male or female — is in capable hands.

24 / 07 / 2025