What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese healing system that was founded by Dr Mikao Usui in the 19th Century. The system was originally taught as a method for personal growth but since then it has evolved to become a self healing system and one that practitioners use to promote healing in others.

Reiki has been taught in the West since the 1970’s and is a healing and relaxation method that helps to promote a balance of chi (energy). Reiki does not include any oils or massage; hands are gently placed on or just above your body in order to encourage the flow of chi through your body. The intention is to harmonize your energy system, release energy blockages and encourage your body to heal itself on all levels: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Reiki is a system that goes beyond the physical and linear time constraints, allowing practitioners to offer distant healing and send reiki to situations in the future.

What to Expect

This treatment can take place in a chair or couch and you remain fully clothed. If using a couch, you will lie on your back for the duration of the treatment. During the treatment I place my hands gently on or above your body to channel energy to the areas of your body. I usually begin around the shoulders or head and slowly work my way down the body, paying particular attention to areas I am drawn to. The energy will be drawn to provide your body with the healing it needs and encourage your body to unblock its energy centres. During the course of the treatment you may feel ‘tingling’ sensations, heat, sense colours or experience a feeling of well being and calm.