ABOUT REIKI

The body has the innate intelligence to heal itself more than most of us have been taught* (see below).  Reiki is a powerful hands on healing technique which accesses universal energy.  Usui Reiki, the modality I practice, began in Japan over one hundred years ago when a man named Mikao Usui went on a personal quest and encountered the energy of reiki.  Energy medicine, in general, however, has existed in various forms for thousands of years. The word "reiki" literally means "universal life force energy."
Reiki can be used to balance the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of all beings. The reiki practitioner facilitates the transfer of energy to the recipient (who remains fully clothed) by placing her hands in various positions on or above the body.  

Ideally, reiki is not meant to treat just one symptom at a time but to promote overall healing.  Here are a few examples of how it can help:

*better sleep
*greater sense of clarity
*personal empowerment
*strengthening of boundaries in relationships
*pain alleviation
*healing of memories
*increased sense of connectedness to God/Spirit/Higher Power
*decreased desire or need to "numb out" with alcohol, tv, internet, etc
*increased creativity

The possibilities are limited only by imagination!

Update as of February 2022: In light of disturbing trends in the so-called wellness industry, I want to clarify my thoughts about reiki and "healing," especially as it relates to Covid 19.  
Reiki is not meant to be a substitute for medical care or mental health interventions.  While I understand and share some distrust of the traditional healthcare system in the U.S. based on abysmal personal experiences, I would never presume to give medical advice or tell someone not to seek professional counseling if they are in need.  Many people I know have benefitted from therapy and medication for MH concerns.  I make efforts to be as trauma informed as possible and will never tell you to "love and light" your way out of anything!!!  I consider energy work to be an ongoing process, more spiralic in nature than linear.  One of the doors into the temple as the poet Mary Oliver would say...