WHAT IS REIKI?

The word “Reiki” (pronounced ‘Ray-Key’) is generally translated in the West to mean “Universal Life Force Energy”, with Rei being translated as “universal” and Ki as “life force energy”.

Reiki is a beautiful natural healing method, activated by intention, which works on every level, not just the physical. Reiki is a non-invasive therapy whose purpose is to treat holistically and restore a better sense of balance.

Reiki is available to people of all religious backgrounds, so you do not need to be a Buddhist, Christian or anything else to benefit from its teachings and practices. Reiki is “neutral”.

HOW CAN REIKI HELP ME?

Benefits may include deep relaxation, promoting a calm, peaceful sense of well being on all levels. Reiki encourages and supports positive personal change such as improving the diet, taking more exercise, devoting time for rest or leisure activities and may reduce the need for alcohol and tobacco. Engendering greater inner harmony and balance, regular Reiki treatments promote a calmer response to life’s challenges.

Reiki’s gentle energy is easily adapted to most medical conditions and be used safety by people of all ages, including the newborn, pregnant mothers, surgical patients, the frail and elderly, in any situation.

Reiki can enhance everyday living, and regular sessions may help to promote development of a healthier more resourceful state of being.

Reiki does not take the place of conventional medicine. Always consult a GP for an acute or infectious condition, and problems of urgent concern.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GO FOR A TREATMENT?

The session will be carried out while you lie fully clothed on a treatment couch in a peaceful room. I will place my hands gently in a series of positions on or over the body according to your body’s needs. Your system automatically draws in as much Reiki as is needed, using it in whatever way is most appropriate at the time. Reiki may be felt as a flow of energy, mild tingling, warmth, coolness, other sensations such as seeing colours or pictures in your mind’s eye, or nothing at all.

Your reaction (or absence of it) does not affect the outcome of Reiki, but some people appear to be more aware of the energy than others. Generally men feel some warmth or relaxation and quite often fall asleep, whereas women are more likely to experience the other sensations.

Reiki is deeply relaxing and has a profoundly calming effect. It is a good idea to rest for a while afterwards and drink plenty of water over the next few days. Be responsive to the needs of your body, eg resting if tired, and allow the energy to continue its work after the session ends. The beneficial effects may be felt for several days.

Although even one Reiki treatment can have a positive effect, it is usually more effective to have a course of regular treatments. This may be weekly, fortnightly or monthly depending on your needs. A treatment plan will be discussed with you, and reviewed as necessary. This will always be subject to your own requirements and can be changed at any time according to progress.