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What is Reiki?

Reiki (pronounced Ray-key) is a simple energy balancing system with its origins in Japan.  It is used by many people across the globe as a hands-on treatment technique but can also be used for self treatment and self development.  Reiki practitioners will carry out meditations, self treat and live according to a set of guidelines called the Reiki precepts.

 

Reiki was developed in Japan in the early 1900’s by a man called Mikao Usui.  He developed the system primarily for self care, spiritual and personal growth but it became popular as a treatment system, particularly in the west.

 

Receiving a Reiki treatment is very simple. There is no need to remove any clothing other than shoes. The recipient lays on a massage couch and the practitioner gently places their hands in a series of positions over the head, torso, and legs.  Sometimes they hover their hands rather than making contact.  Each of these positions will be held for a couple of minutes.  During this time energy (called Chi) is drawn through the practitioner into the client.  

 

Chi is described as intelligent energy as it will move to where it is needed most.  For this reason the practitioner will not attempt to diagnose any conditions that you may be experiencing.  It should be remembered that this is a complementary therapy and is not meant to be used in place of conventional medicine.  If you feel you have a medical or psychological condition which may require conventional treatment please speak to your GP.  I can advise you further if you are not sure.

 

The experience of receiving Reiki varies from one individual to another.  Generally it is a very relaxing, peaceful experience.  Some clients experience lots of sensations such as heat, cold or tingling or perhaps a feeling of floating.  Some clients experience no sensations at all.  There does not appear to be any link between the experience of the client and the results they notice afterwards.

 

The benefits of Reiki are such that anyone would benefit from treatment.  Receiving a course of Reiki treatments can lead to:

 

A Deep Sense of Relaxation

A Feeling of Inner Calm

Reduced Stress Levels

Increased Confidence

Increased Energy Levels

Increased Natural Healing Processes

 

Whilst receiving a one off treatment will bring about some of the benefits listed above, even more can be achieved by having a course of 4 to 6 sessions at weekly intervals.  The effects of Reiki are cumulative and a course of treatments seems to bring about long term benefits on many levels.

 

Hypno-Reiki is a combination therapy where Reiki is enhanced using Hypnosis. The client is guided into a very calm relaxed state using Hypnosis prior to starting the Reiki treatment.  Treatment then proceeds in the same way as standard Reiki . This helps the client to experience a deeper level of relaxation, and may help them to notice the effects of Reiki more profoundly.

 

If you would like to know more please feel free to contact me for more information. I am quite happy to answer all of you questions to ensure that you feel this is the right approach for you.