Reiki (ray-kee) is a Japanese form of energy healing made up of rei, meaning higher wisdom, and ki (chi or prana) meaning life force energy. Energy channeled through the hands of a practitioner will move stagnant energy into motion, healing the mind, body and soul. Often used with healing crystals to amplify the healing energy. Reiki heals on a physical, mental/emotional and spiritual level, and is all-knowing energy, meaning that the reiki energy will go where it needs to go, physically and emotionally, bringing balance to the body. 

What does Reiki feel like?

While Reiki is a hands on and hands off technique, we like to call it an ‘aura massage’ as it isn’t quite like a traditional massage. The practitioner will place their hands over various areas of the body, such as the head, arms and feet, and also may hover their hands a few inches about the body. It is common to feel physical sensations such as subtle tingling, vibrating or heat from the practitioner's hands, though you may not feel anything physical at all. You may also feel emotional changes, deep relaxation, feelings of contentment, or any type of emotional release can arise, such as tears or feelings of fear or angst. I have had clients see visions, images or colors. Every experience is different!

How a Reiki session might go

The practitioner will have you lay on a mat or table in a comfortable position. Relax, and put yourself in a meditative state. Thoughts or memories may arise, don't dwell on them, but acknowledge them and allow them to pass. The session is usually quiet, but if anything arises that you feel the need to speak about, feel free to do so, as this may be something that the energy is pressing you to work through. Sometimes the energy can feel very intense, if this happens, bring yourself back to your breath and know that it will pass as the stagnant energy clears.

Benefits of Reiki

• Relaxation
• Ease of aches and pains
• Stress relief
• Treat depression and anxiety and other emotional distress
• Balancing chakras 
• Better sleep
• Improved quality of life
• Helping to feel focused and grounded, in tune with self
• Boosts mood

Is Reiki right for you?

I think Reiki is right for everybody. No harm can come from Reiki, only love and light. Come in with an open mind and an open heart. I always recommended Reiki to everyone, but I especially try to push it during the winter months when we tend to struggle with seasonal depression or SADS. Reiki can boost our mood and take away that sluggish drowsy feeling that gloomy winters can give us. Reiki is gentle and non-invasive, so if you're someone who struggles to relax during a massage, try experiencing a Reiki session.

I offer various lengths of Reiki sessions between 30-90 minutes, also check out my Massage and Reiki bundles for a discounted price!