What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing modality that has gained popularity due to its gentle and spiritual approach to healing. Discovered in the early 1800s by Japanese Buddhist monk Dr. Mikao Usui, Reiki has since evolved while remaining true to its core foundations. 

Reiki comes from the Japanese words "rei" meaning universal and "ki" meaning life energy. It is al healing art where the practitioner works with the client's energy. Reiki is associated with our Chakra (energy) system, and each of the main Chakras represents different parts of our body, beliefs, traumas, patterns, and how we show up in everyday life for ourselves and in our interpersonal relationships. 

What is energy healing?

Each person has an energetic field or aura. This aura extends out from the body 6 feet in all directions. This auric field can pick up energy from other people and environments. Heavy emotions can linger in the field and can create blockages in our system, which can settle into the body. This can even start to present itself in physical ailments (i.e. pain, depression, anxiety, frequent colds, etc.). In an energy healing session, the client will lie down as the trained practitioner physically removes these blockages and bring your energy back to its natural flow. This helps prevent illness, pain, and negative patterned thoughts. The process is incredibly relaxing and peaceful, however sometimes there can be an emotional release.

Do I need to undress for a session?

Absolutely not. Reiki sessions will be facilitated fully clothed and likely with blankets/sheets over the client.

Does a reiki session require the practitioner to touch me?

Reiki is typically conducted with a mixture of hands off and hands on along the client's body IF the client is comfortable with it. However, if the client is not comfortable with being touched, reiki can work by placing the hands slightly above the body.

What should I wear?

Wear something comfortable! It is important that you are comfortable and relaxed during the session. I would suggest anything that you may be comfy enough to lounge around the house in.

If the practitioner physically removes the negative or heavy energy, will they absorb this?

No. I have ways to protect myself from hanging onto anything that is not desired. You simply need to have the heavy energy shifted/removed to encourage a healthy flow of positive energy back into your system.

What should I expect during an energy healing session?

You can expect to feel deeply relaxed. You may even fall asleep and this is totally fine! You may have emotions come up, but please know you are safe and welcome to cry, laugh, or process anger if needed. I would encourage you to allow any emotion that may come up to simply just be there. No judgement, suppressing, or avoiding so we can allow this emotion to be fully processed. You may also experience some tingly sensations, cold or warm temperatures on or around your body, see colors, shapes, and/or intuitive visions. Every person has a unique experience that may even be different each time they have a session.