Tattooing is more than just art on skin. For many people, it is a deeply personal act of reclamation, a way to take back ownership of a body that may have been through pain, judgment, or harm. That is why my approach is built around trauma-informed care.

I want every client to know that when they walk into my studio, they are not just getting a tattoo. They are entering a space designed for softness, choice, and respect.

Trauma-Informed Practices I Use

Here are some of the ways I make sure the experience is safe and supportive:

Consent at Every Step
I do not just get your signature on a form. I check in throughout the process to confirm consent, including when I touch you, when I start, and if adjustments need to be made.
Respect for Space and Boundaries
Some clients want to talk, others want silence. Some need breaks, others need to push through. There is no one “right” way to be in the chair, and I follow your lead. I also leave space for venting if you need it, or I can offer a no-questions-asked approach if that feels safer.
Clear Communication
I explain what I am doing before I do it. Whether it is cleaning, positioning, or starting a line, I want you to know exactly what is happening so nothing feels like a surprise. I also encourage my clients to speak up and I will advocate for them to advocate for themselves. That can mean asking for breaks, requesting more comfort options like extra pillows or a water bottle or juice box, or adjusting tattoo placement. I am happy to move templates around until it feels exactly right in both placement and size.
Options for Comfort
Numbing cream, headphones, quiet space, or simply the chance to pause if needed. This is not just about getting through a tattoo, it is about having choices that make you feel grounded.
A No-Judgment Zone
Scars, stretch marks, or stories that feel heavy are all welcome. I respect your story and your body exactly as it is.

Why It Matters

Tattooing can be intense, especially for those of us who have been through some shit in our lives. It can also be healing. When the environment is trauma-informed, it shifts the entire experience from “just getting through it” to something that feels empowering and safe.

For survivors, for neurodivergent clients, for anyone who has felt out of control in medical or intimate settings, this approach matters. Tattoos become not just decoration, but reclamation.

My Studio Environment

\When you come in for your tattoo, the space is yours. My studio is fully private, with a door and window that can be closed for complete comfort. You will never have to worry about onlookers.

Although my location is in a mall, it is tucked inside the Phenix Salon Suites, which is already its own quieter, more private environment. From there, my personal suite is even more closed off and fully controlled, creating a calm and secure space just for you. The building also offers inclusive, all-gender bathrooms so everyone can feel comfortable and welcome.

Here, privacy and safety are not an afterthought. They are part of the design.

Empathy at Work

I am not just guessing at what people might need. I am a survivor myself, with my own history of challenges, self-harm, and external harm. Because of that, what I bring is not only sympathy but empathy. I know how it feels to need a space that is truly safe, and I carry that into every session.

I continue to educate myself daily on practices that help clients feel safe and empowered. Trauma-informed care is not a one-time decision; it is an ongoing commitment to learning and adjusting so every client feels respected and supported.

Empowerment Through Art

I, myself, am an empowered woman who has fought my own battles and come out the other side determined to create the kind of space I needed when I was struggling. I know how powerful self-expression can be when you have survived harm, and I want my clients to feel that their tattoos can be healing.

Tattoos are not just art. They are survival marks. They are reclamation. They are a way to say, “this body is mine again.”

Final Thoughts

I believe tattoos can be more than decoration. They can be acts of healing, empowerment, and choice. Trauma-informed tattooing is about making sure you feel respected, seen, and safe while you take back your story, one piece at a time.

If you have been waiting to get a tattoo because you have been nervous about the environment, my studio is built with you in mind.

Ready when you are.

What Does Trauma-Informed Tattooing Mean?