A professional sex surrogate has opened up about what her work really involves, after a client appeared on television claiming the experience transformed his life.

Saurora Grace, a surrogate partner who works alongside licensed therapists, says her role is often misunderstood and goes far beyond what people assume about sex work.

What a Sex Surrogate Actually Does

Sex surrogacy is a therapeutic practice designed to help people build confidence, intimacy skills, and emotional connection in a structured, supportive environment.

Saurora explained that the focus is not just physical but deeply psychological and emotional.

“Sex surrogacy is all about the intention behind it. So it’s more holistic,” she said. “There’s a more of a therapeutic aspect to it. It’s all about connection, intimacy, and literally seeing and hearing the person.”

She emphasized that the work is done in collaboration with therapists as part of a guided process.

A Client Says the Experience Changed His Life

One client, James, shared his experience on This Morning, saying working with a sex surrogate had a profound impact on his confidence and quality of life.

James, who was bullied due to cerebral palsy and became socially withdrawn as a result, described the process as “extremely life-changing.”

His story highlighted how the practice is sometimes used to help individuals rebuild self-esteem and overcome long-standing emotional barriers.

How It Differs From Sex Work

Saurora stressed that sex surrogacy should not be confused with traditional sex work, saying the purpose and structure are fundamentally different.

“Obviously, you do have your standard sex work, which is just come in, have sex, and leave,” she explained. “But we do a lot more to do with connection, intimacy, seeing and hearing, and helping him to understand that… he’s just the same, and he deserves to have a loving relationship.”

She said the goal is often to help clients understand intimacy in a healthy, respectful way that can translate into real-world relationships.

A Practice With No Formal Regulation

Despite its therapeutic intent, Saurora acknowledged that sex surrogacy operates in a “grey area” with little formal regulation in place.

“It’s a very, very grey area. There’s no regulations with this,” she said.

She encouraged people to learn more before forming judgments.

“What I say to people is educate yourself. Ask the questions. Don’t be scared to ask… Come and speak to me about it.”

Who She Works With — And Who She Doesn’t

Saurora says she works with a wide range of clients, including people aged 18 to 90, and often supports individuals with disabilities as well as elderly clients seeking companionship and intimacy support.

However, she made it clear there is one boundary she refuses to cross.

“The only people I don’t help and people I don’t see are people who are disrespectful,” she said.

She added that most clients approach her with serious emotional or physical challenges.

“It’s actually becoming more disabled people that are reaching out to me which is amazing… I literally help anyone from the age of 18 to the age of 90.”

A Growing Conversation Around Intimacy Support

The discussion around surrogate partner therapy continues to grow, particularly as more people speak publicly about loneliness, disability, and difficulties forming intimate relationships.

While controversial in some circles, supporters argue it provides structured emotional and physical guidance that some individuals struggle to access elsewhere.

For Saurora, the focus remains on connection rather than judgment — and helping clients feel seen, heard, and understood.

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