What is Reiki and how does it work?

Reiki (meaning ‘universal energy’) is a simple yet profound method of natural healing, that helps to rebalance the ‘whole person’: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

At the subtlest level, everything in the universe is comprised of energy. Human beings are also comprised of different energy fields. The physical body – the grossest level – is but one of these, the auric field is another. When the energy runs smoothly and evenly throughout our system, we will experience corresponding health and vitality. However, factors such as unresolved injury or emotional trauma, lack of quality sleep, poor diet, an unhealthy environment and/or ongoing stress cause disruption to our energy flow and vibrational dissonance. Chronic deficiency or blockage in our energy field can then lead to symptoms such as chronic fatigue, depression, muscular tension/pain in the area of blockage, or frequent colds and infections.

Energy work/healing (for example acupuncture, shiatsu, tai chi, qui gong and hands-on healing) has been practised by numerous Eastern cultures throughout the ages as a way to restore or maintain health and balance.

Reiki is a simple yet powerful method of healing that helps to restore balance to a person’s energy field. Reiki therapists are taught how to connect with subtle universal energy and how to channel this into the client’s energy field. The energy naturally flows to the ‘weak points’ in the body that are in need of energy and healing. The therapist is the channel for the energy, not the ‘healer’ him/herself. The client’s body is the healer and decides what to do with the energy, prioritises where the healing is most needed – for example for the healing of an old injury, to release the unresolved emotions connected to a past emotional trauma or to boost the person’s energy levels or immune system.

Reiki can be given both hands-on/in person and from a distance. Since we are working purely with energy and intention, geographical distance makes no difference. In a distant Reiki treatment, the client is still able to perceive the energy as the practitioner is sending it and to feel its healing effects during and after the session.

The science: quantum physics is now able to prove that subatomic particles, once in contact and then separated over vast distances, can still influence one another just as when they were in contact. Scientists discovered that if they changed the conditions of one particle, the other particle instantly changed as well! Time and space didn’t seem to play a role at all: the particles acted as if they were still connected.

From where does Reiki originate?

Whilst Reiki has been around for centuries, it was brought back into use by Japanese Christian minister Dr Mikao Usui at the start of the twentieth century. After many years of exploring the subject of hands-on healing in various spiritual texts with limited success, Dr Usui re-discovered Reiki, its techniques and symbols in some ancient Buddhist texts. However he couldn’t work out how to actually put the teachings into practise. Desperate to find the way to implement the healing, Dr Usui went into a 21 day silent mediation in an attempt to find the answer. On the final day, he underwent a profound, mystical experience that gave him the ability to channel Reiki energy and to pass on this healing ability to others.

How does a distant Reiki healing session work?

For you to receive maximum benefit from your healing treatment, it is best if we can arrange a time where you will be able to lie/sit down quietly, in a peaceful place where you won’t be disturbed. You are also welcome to play soft background music if it helps you to relax more easily.

I will begin the treatment by connecting with you (using a recent photo image) and having the intention to channel Reiki energy into your energy field. The energy will naturally flow to any areas of deficiency or blockage where healing is needed according to the priorities of your body. If you have a particular area of injury or symptom then it is also possible to direct the energy there for part of the session: just let me know beforehand if you have any special requests.

What will I experience in a Reiki healing session?

You may experience a range of sensations from simply feeling relaxed or sleepy, to feeling heat, cold or energy running through your body, to old pains, emotions, visual images or memories temporarily surfacing as they are released from your energy field. There is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ – your healing process is totally individual to you. Your body is the healer and sets the priorities for healing. If you happen to fall asleep then rest assured that the healing will still be going to where it is needed.

If any intense emotions or sensations arise, you might like to gently open your eyes and look around you, to help you stay connected with the present moment whilst allowing the emotions to gently surface and release however they need to. Whilst it can feel temporarily intense, the subconscious mind will only release things that you are ready to deal with at any given time.

The healing changes can continue for up to three days after the session, most strongly for 24 hours. During this time, it is good to rest as much as you need to, drink lots of water and listen to your body to see if it requires any extra support with the healing process (eg particular kinds of food, extra sleep, self care rituals, more time to yourself to process the emotions or gentle movement).

Prices:

50 minute treatment: £25.00 (Current special offer – usually £30)

30 minute treatment: £15.00

30 minute ‘mental/emotional healing’ treatment: £15.00 (a powerful from of reiki, which specifically targets the mental/emotional layers of your being. This treatment is only suitable for those who have received at least one regular reiki treatment with me first.)

* All sessions include a full report of the healing by email (sent within 24 hours of the session end), which allows you to be involved in your own healing process.

To book a distant healing treatment:

Please contact me or email me directly at: silviehp@email.com

What do you need to provide before the session?

– Your full name, date of birth, current address and phone number (for my records)

-A list of any significant current health issues (physical, mental and emotional) and/or injuries. Any current medication you are on. Also a summary of your past medical history. Include any significant mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, bi-polar, schizophrenia, etc.

-A recent, close up photo of your face, so I can direct the energy to you more precisely.

-Your times of availability over the next couple of weeks.

I will then get back to you to confirm a suitable date and time.  I look forward to connecting with you soon!

(*A final note: distance Reiki treatments are not suitable if you are currently suffering from a severe or unstabilised mental health condition (such as schizophrenia, bi-polar or severe depression), if you are currently dealing with any trauma that feels overwhelming for you, or if you have suicidal impulses. In these instances, it is better to work with a hands-on therapist instead to ensure that you get the right amount of support for your needs. If you are unsure about your particular case then please do get in touch to discuss things further.)