The spiritual healing art of Reiki works by channeling positive energy into your body, with Reiki practitioners typically placing their hands on the affected areas of the body that need a boost, offering this energy where most needed.  The powerful flow of positive energy may bring a near immediate sensation of relief as it releases tension, lessens the impact of stress and replaces negative energy with the positive. Reiki may potentially help you enjoy:

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• A boost to your body’s healing mechanisms

• Potential reduced blood pressure, heart rate and stress hormones-from the relaxation response.

• A shifting from the stress response of “fight or flight” to the relaxation response

• A restoration of balance to your body, mind, and soul.

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What to expect at a Reiki session:

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A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you.  Reiki treats the whole person including body; emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feeling of peace, security, and wellbeing.  

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

Will I be clothed?

Yes, the practitioners work with their hands over your clothes, but you will want to wear loosely fitting clothing to be comfortable.

 

Will the practitioners hands touch me?

 

This is your call.  Typically the practitioner’s hands apply a light gentle pressure, avoiding all sensitive body parts or can be a few inches above your body with no actual touch.  You can let you practitioner know if you prefer light touch or no touch.

 

Will I be lying down or sitting?

 

Most Reiki is done laying on a table such as a massage table but if there are mobility or pain issues, Reiki can be performed in any position.

 

Is there any talking during the session?

 

Generally the practitioner will explain the process and talk to you about any issues you may have.  Once the session starts there is generally not any talking although you can always feel free to ask any questions or voice any concerns. Generally there will be soft, calming background music playing.

 

What will I feel like during the session?

 

Most clients feel a sense of peace and relaxation.  The body should feel relaxed and at ease and the mind should feel calm and peaceful. Many clients are so relaxed that they fall asleep.  It is fine to sleep, you will still receive all the benefits of the Reiki session.   Individuals report many different experience; some report the practitioners hands becoming hot, while others say the hands are cooling and other tell of feeling pulsating waves.  You may feel a very slight tingling, heat, or energy, or nothing at all; it all depends on how your body senses energy.

 

Is there anything special I should do after a session?

 

You will be fine to drive but you should drink plenty of water to hydrate as your body’s energy system may be moving move quickly and need water and healthy food.

 

Are there any medical conditions where I should not be receiving Reiki?

 

Reiki is a wonderful complement in a health or wellness plan. It supports your work with your primary care providers. There are many great article on the IARP  (International Association of Reiki Professionals) website on Reiki and how it benefits many medical issues. 

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