Reiki

Reiki works in conjunction with the meridian energy lines and chakras

(energy centers) through the use of the hand positions, which normally correspond to the seven major chakras on the body. During a Reiki session, one lays fully clothed on a massage table, listening to soothing music and

with light aromatherapy scents to facilitate the positive energetic effects.

The Reiki practitioner will lay her hands gently on or slightly above your body

in a series of hand positions to deliver Reiki energy. These hand positions are used mostly on the front of the body, and can include specific areas when necessary. General hand positions will address:

1. Head
2. Heart
3. Belly
4. Knees
5. Feet

Reiki is being increasingly recognized for its profoundly healing effects in support of health and wellness, and is even being used today in hospitals all over the world to facilitate recovery from surgeries and illness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Reiki feel like?

Reiki feels warm and profoundly relaxing. You may feel the practitioners hands get very warm, and at some point notice that you have become deeply relaxed, with a sense of total well-being. Some people feel light tingling or energy movement through the body while receiving Reiki, and some also report seeing colors, or entering a light sleep or trance state - like a waking dream; some feel nothing at all. Be assured, Reiki healing energy helps us regain robust health whether or not we can feel it working. Reiki induces a powerful relaxation response, which allows us to heal more quickly on a physical, mental and emotional level.

What are the benefits of several sessions?

Just like meditation, or movement arts, the effects of Reiki are cumulative. While one session can work wonders, repeated regular Reiki sessions can change your life in positive ways. For example: if you sit in meditation once for ten minutes, you will receive benefit. If you sit in meditation every day for a month, many propose that your life will begin to change profoundly. Reiki works similarly - regular sessions are supportive of our well-being in every way.

Can Reiki "cure" me?

Reiki is energy healing that works with and supports all other wellness treatments. Often, although we may look for a "quick fix," we learn that healing is more about gentle shifts in awareness, releasing emotional patterns, new understandings and daily practice than a "miracle cure." Reiki is not a "magic bullet" or a "cure" for any ailment, and never replaces licensed medical treatment, but is instead a powerful way to support wellness for the physical, mental and emotional aspects of our bodies.