A Tryst with California escort Kiera King
Tell us your story, how did you get into the industry and what has your journey looked like thus far?
Late 2008...I was in College, getting over a break up (first love) and I started swinging with an older gentleman. He mentioned I could make a lot of money as a stripper. One night we drove 3 hours away to a dejavu strip club so I could compete in an amateur night. I didn’t win, but some guy in the parking lot approached me after the show and said he could make me the next Jenna Jamison. I definitely did not talk to that guy again but he made the wheels in my head start turning. I went online and found a female Porn agent. When I met with her and signed with her agency I thought I could make like 10 movies, keep everything a Secret, and pay off student loans. Fast Forward 6 months later, I had moved to San Fernando Valley, fell in love with all forms of sex work, and had done my first escorting gig. I started to appreciate the genuine connections I was making through escorting and I liked the fact that the whole world couldn’t watch what we were doing together on the internet. I stayed in mainstream porn for 5 years, but knew for over 4 years I was much happier just escorting. 2014 I left the Valley and moved to the Bay Area. I love being an independent escort and I love all of my clients here in the Bay. I’m focusing on getting my Masters in Psychology with the long term goal of a PHD. I love the life I get to live because of the path I have chosen. Being a provider gives me so much freedom and I love it. That’s the very short version of my story!
How would you describe your personality?
Laid back, open minded, empathetic, fun, & genuine.
You mentioned that you are a big chronic illness and mental health advocate. Could you tell us a little bit about why this is important to you and how sex workers and clients could help support this cause.
I have Fibromyalgia, which is a chronic health condition that is widely misunderstood. It includes widespread muscle pain and awful chronic fatigue. I won’t waste our time listing all the other joys that come with Fibro! I do encourage people to read more about it though. I have personally also struggled with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Therapy helped me so much & that is actually why I aspire to get my PHD in Psychology. I think there are so many sex workers that just need a safe place to vent & figure things out. I want to help people like me and be able to say, “yeah, I went through that and I made it to the other side. There is hope and it’s going to be ok.” I personally think all sex workers should be more open about the emotional toil this industry can take on us sometimes. Drop the stigma. Drop the smoke & mirrors and just be more vulnerable and loving with one another. We can lift each other up more than we do. My clients can continue to support this cause by seeing me and funding my college education. Also, if I have to reschedule because I’m having a bad flare up please don’t take it out on me. I’m just as disappointed that I am experiencing chronic pain and fatigue to the point where I cannot work. I encourage everyone to practice more empathy. My favorite charity to donate to is the national Suicide hotline.
What are some of your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Animals!! I have 4 dogs & 2 cats. Sobriety/recovery, spirituality, psychology, meditation, yoga, photography, writing & fitness.
What weird food combinations do you really enjoy?
Cottage cheese with tostada scoop chips
What is one of your guilty pleasures?
The Spa! I live for Spa Days! Shopping when I don’t need anything I love to shop (that may actually be considered a hobby too!)
What’s your one go to piece of advice for workers just starting out?
Listen to Your Body!! Don’t overwork yourself and then get burnt out. Also, save for rainy days. Pay your taxes. Yeah, it sucks, but you can build your Credit and being self employed with legit bank records makes life easier.
Is there anyone in the industry you consider a role model or someone you looked up to when you first started your journey?
I don’t have one specific person. I just aspired to be like the other sex workers who were gaining an education, saving & investing their money, and traveling the world while doing it!
My favourite thing to be gifted is: Please, no chocolate or alcohol. Amazon Gift Cards, lavender candles, lavender bubble bath & essential oil, a Spa Day, or lingerie from Agent Provocateur or Honey Birdette. Honestly though, just the mere fact that I gentleman goes above and beyond by giving a gift puts a huge smile on my face. It really can be anything thoughtful. I am easily pleased I guess!
One of my simple pleasures is: snuggling in bed with my dogs
My happy place is: my home
My favourite restaurant is: Haps Steakhouse in Pleasanton, although Italian food is my favorite!