FAQ's

Reiki is based on the idea that vital energy flows through your body. A Japanese man named Mikao Usui developed reiki in the 1920s. The term comes from two Japanese words: “Rei,” which means universal, and “ki,” which loosely translates to a lifeforce of energy. It is a gentle and non-invasive form of energy healing that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and helps to balance the body's energy centers. A Reiki practitioner uses gentle touch -- or places their hands just above your body -- to help guide this energy in a way that promotes balance and healing. 

Reiki can be used to address a wide range of physical, emotional, and spiritual issues, including stress, anxiety, pain, fatigue, and more. It promotes overall physical and emotional well-being and can be used to complement traditional medical treatments.

Before our Reiki session, I will inquire about any particular issues you would like to address and get to know you a bit. Then you will lie fully clothed on a massage table. I begin with asking you to take a few deep, relaxing breaths before the session starts. A typical session runs about 60 minutes during which I gently place my hands on or slightly above your body as I travel from head to toes (or toes to head) with the intention of moving energy. 

During the session, you may feel a sense of warmth or tingling as the energy flows through your body. Most people find Reiki to be deeply relaxing and calming. In other areas, you might not notice anything at all. Even if you come in with a particular problem area, you may experience a sense of relaxation that affects your whole body. You might even fall asleep during the session! 

I ask that you not use any recreational drugs 24 hours prior to our session. Clients should come dressed in comfortable clothing (no belts or buckles). I ask that you remove all jewelry prior before we begin.

Every experience is unique to that person. Your experience can vary from session to session. Many of my clients report feeling a sense of calm and bliss, some drift in and out of consciousness during our session. Others report reduced pain or a clearer mind. Sometimes old symptoms or emotions can resurfacing as a type of “healing reaction”, not to worry, these pass quickly as the energy shifts.

Reiki may be beneficial in:

1. Stress Reduction: Reiki is often used as a relaxation technique to reduce stress and promote a sense of calm and inner peace.

2. Pain Management: Some people turn to Reiki to help manage pain, particularly chronic pain conditions, by promoting relaxation and potentially enhancing the body's natural healing processes.

3. Emotional Healing: Reiki may be used to address emotional issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. It can help balance emotions and release emotional blockages.

4. Enhanced Energy Levels: Practitioners and recipients of Reiki report increased energy levels and vitality after a session.

5. Improved Sleep: Reiki may promote better sleep by relaxing the recipient and reducing insomnia or sleep disturbances.

6. Mental Clarity: Some individuals use Reiki to clear their minds, improve focus, and enhance their mental clarity.

7. Support for Chronic Conditions: While not a replacement for medical treatment, individuals with chronic illnesses use Reiki as a complementary therapy to alleviate symptoms and side effects of treatment.

8. Spiritual Growth: Reiki is often associated with personal and spiritual growth, helping individuals connect with their inner selves and find a sense of purpose or meaning in life.

9. Immune System Support: Reiki strengthens the immune system and supports the body's natural healing processes.

10. Perimenopause: Reiki can help balance hormones and ease common symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. 

11. IVF: During fertility treatments, Reiki can offer deep relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety. This supports the body's natural processes and complements medical interventions.

12. Pregnancy: Reiki can provide gentle, non-invasive support throughout pregnancy. It may help alleviate common discomforts, promote better sleep, and foster a deeper connection between mother and baby.

13. Aging: As we age, Reiki can help maintain overall wellness. It may ease joint pain, improve sleep quality, boost energy levels, and support mental clarity and emotional balance.

14. End of life: Reiki can bring comfort and peace to those nearing the end of life. It may help reduce anxiety, ease pain, and provide emotional support for both the patient and their loved ones.

15. Palliative care:In conjunction with medical treatments, Reiki can enhance comfort and quality of life for those with serious illnesses. It may help manage pain, reduce side effects of treatments, and provide emotional solace.

YES! Reiki is a gentle therapy that’s safe for everyone, including infants, adolescents, adults, seniors and animals!