Reiki Energy Healing

What is Reiki?

Reiki was developed in 1922 by Dr. Mikao Usui in Japan after a profound spiritual awakening. The word Reiki combines:

• Rei - meaning Universal

• Ki - refers to Life Force Energy, similar to Chi or Prana

It’s based on the principle that energy flows through all living things, and disruptions in this flow can lead to illness or emotional distress.

How Reiki Works

During a Reiki session, you remain fully clothed while lying comfortably on a treatment table. I place my hands lightly on or just above different areas of your body, allowing healing energy to flow where it's most needed. Many clients report sensations of warmth, tingling, or deep relaxation during the treatment.

Reiki works on the principle that when our life force energy is low or blocked, we're more likely to experience stress, illness, or emotional distress. By enhancing the flow of this energy, Reiki helps restore balance and supports your body's natural healing processes.

Reiki practitioners act as channels for healing energy, directing it to where the body needs it most. Studies suggest Reiki may:

• Reduce stress & anxiety (NIH studies show Reiki lowers cortisol levels)

• Alleviate pain & fatigue (commonly used in hospitals for cancer support)

• Enhance emotional clarity & spiritual connection

Best part? You don’t need to believe in Reiki for it to work—many clients feel shifts without understanding why!

Benefits of Reiki

• Stress Reduction: Creates deep relaxation and helps the body release tension

• Pain Management: May help alleviate physical discomfort and support recovery

• Emotional Healing: Supports processing and releasing emotional blockages

• Energy Restoration: Helps combat fatigue and increases vital energy

• Better Sleep: Promotes deeper, more restful sleep patterns

• Enhanced Wellbeing: Creates a sense of balance, peace, and harmony

• Spiritual Growth: Supports personal development and self-awareness

• Complementary Support: Works alongside conventional medical treatments

My Reiki Approach

My Reiki practice is informed by traditional Japanese methods and includes:

• Jikiden Reiki: An authentic form of Reiki that preserves the original Japanese techniques

• Whole-Body Treatment: Comprehensive energy work addressing the complete system

• Distant Healing: Energy work that can be conducted remotely if you cannot attend in person

• Energy Assessment: Identifying areas of imbalance or blockage for targeted treatment

What to Expect

A typical Reiki experience includes:

• Brief Consultation: Discussion of your current situation and goals

• Reiki Session: 60-minute energy treatment in a peaceful setting

• Integration Time: A few minutes to relax and assimilate the energy work

• Feedback: Sharing of any insights or observations from the session

While some people experience immediate effects from Reiki, others notice subtle changes that unfold over time. A series of 3-4 sessions is often recommended for the best results, especially for chronic issues.

What Makes Jikiden Reiki Different?

Jikiden Reiki (直伝レイキ, meaning "Directly Taught") is the original form of Reiki as practiced by Dr. Mikao Usui and his early students. Unlike some Westernized versions, it:

• Uses no symbols – Relies solely on the practitioner’s connection to energy.

• Focuses on byosen (toxin detection) – Locates where the body needs healing most.

• Prioritises simplicity & purity – No added rituals, just powerful energy flow.

Why Choose Jikiden Over Other Reiki Styles?

• Stronger, more focused energy (many clients report deeper shifts).

• Faster results for physical pain and stubborn emotional blocks.

• Closer to Usui’s original teachings—unbroken lineage since the 1920s.

What to expect in your Reiki session with me?

Before Your Session

• We'll discuss your specific needs (pain relief, stress management, spiritual growth)

• You'll lie fully clothed on a comfortable massage table (or sit if preferred)

• The environment will be peaceful with gentle music and subtle aromatherapy

During Your Session

• You may experience warmth or tingling sensations where energy is flowing

• Deep relaxation is common (some clients even drift into a peaceful sleep)

• Emotional release might occur (tears, laughter, or sudden insights)

• The session typically lasts 60-90 minutes

After Your Session

• Many clients feel lighter, calmer, or slightly tired (similar to after a deep massage)

• It's important to drink plenty of water to help release toxins

• The benefits often continue to unfold over the following days

• Many clients find monthly sessions provide optimal ongoing support

Why Choose My Reiki Approach?

Certified Jikiden Reiki Practitioner with Multi-Modality Expertise

As a trained Jikiden Reiki practitioner in the direct lineage of Chiyoko Yamaguchi, I honor the purity of this traditional Japanese healing art. But what truly sets my practice apart is my extensive expertise in complementary energy therapies, allowing me to create a fully personalised healing experience tailored to your unique needs.

A Truly Integrative Approach to Healing

While Jikiden Reiki forms the foundation of my work, I intuitively weave in other evidence-based energy healing modalities when appropriate, including:

• Pranic Healing – For advanced chakra cleansing & distant energy repairs

• The Bengston Healing Method – A powerful bioenergy technique shown in studies to support wellness

• Medical Intuition – Pinpointing energy blockages linked to physical/emotional issues

• Clinical Hypnotherapy – For subconscious reprogramming alongside energy work

• Somatic Trauma Release – Gentle body-based techniques to discharge stored stress

Experience the Difference

This holistic integration means you receive not just traditional Reiki, but a comprehensive energy healing experience that addresses your needs on multiple levels. Whether you're seeking physical relaxation, emotional release, or spiritual connection, my unique approach adapts to provide exactly what you need in each session.