What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese word that means “Universal Life Force Energy” which is the pure, positive energy that is within us and around us. Reiki is a natural, powerful, safe and gentle healing art that helps to bring a balanced state to a person’s mind, body and spirit.  Reiki practitioners act as a conduit through which the Reiki energy travels through their hands.  Reiki is being used today in clinics and hospitals all over the world to support health and wellness.

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What is Reiki used for?

Reiki is widely recommended for lack of energy, stress reduction, pain relief, strengthening of the immune system, improved sleep, better digestion, less anxiety and depression, recovery from surgery, abuse and trauma, relief from disease-related symptoms, and the side effects of medical treatment.

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What does Reiki feel like?

Reiki tends to feel warm and relaxing. You may feel warmth or tingles. Some people describe a floating sensation, muscle twitching, a desire to yawn or cough or clear the throat, some see colors or shapes during the session, some people fall asleep, and some experience emotional release. There is no expected experience – the Reiki treatment is unique for each individual who receives it.

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What happens during a Reiki session?

During a Reiki session, you will lay fully clothed on a massage table, covered in a blanket if you choose.  It can be silent or soothing music can be played.  The Reiki practitioner will lay their hands on you, hold their hands above you, or the session will be done remotely.  If a reclined position is uncomfortable, Reiki can be performed while you sit in a chair.  If you are at home for a remote session, then you may either sit or lay down.

What are the benefits of several sessions?

Just like meditation or movement arts, the effects of Reiki are cumulative.  While one session may work wonders, repeated treatments may be beneficial.  Regular Reiki sessions support overall well-being in every way.

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Can Reiki “cure” me?

Reiki is a complementary methodology that works well alone as well as in concert with other treatments.  Healing is often the result of gentle shifts in awareness, release of emotional patterns, achievement of new understanding, and daily practice.  Reiki is not a replacement for traditional medical treatment.

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What is Intuitive during these sessions?

My hands and the Reiki energy will go where they are intuitively guided.  Often when I am over the chakras and different parts of the body, intuitive messages will make themselves known.  I take notes during each session and you will receive a copy of the notes!

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Is there any way to have too much Reiki? 

Absolutely not!  There is no way to do this wrong.  It’s just energy.  The body takes in what it needs.  The practitioner is merely a vessel that allows the energy to flow towards you to do what it needs to do.  Think of it as directing a laser beam to the places that need the most attention.  Everything is always for your highest and best good out of pure light and love.

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Is a remote session just as effective as an in-person session? 

YES!  The remote sessions I do with clients are off-the-charts!  They can feel the warmth, tingles, have the visualizations, emotional releases, etc. from the comfort of their own home, even if they are thousands of miles away from me.  I have many testimonials to prove it!  Energy has no barrier of time or space – it flows where it needs to go simply by thought and intention.