what is Reiki and how does it work?
Reiki is a natural, gentle, and safe Japanese technique for deep relaxation and stress relief that supports overall well-being. As a form of energy healing, Reiki highlights the connection between the mind, body, and spirit, fostering a sense of harmony and balance. It works by supporting the body’s energy field (aura) and energy centers (chakras), treating the whole person. By promoting deep relaxation and energetic balance, Reiki activates and supports the body’s natural healing processes.
Reiki means “universal life force energy.” It is not a religion or a belief system. Everyone is born with this natural energy, which nourishes the mind and body. When our life force energy is low, we may feel mentally, emotionally, or physically depleted. When it is strong and balanced, we often experience greater calm, clarity, and overall well-being.
Reiki never causes any harm and it always works for the highest good of the recipient.
Many hospitals in the US even offer Reiki for chronic conditions to help ease anxiety and support healing for their patients.
Many clients and practitioners have reported that Reiki can be beneficial for many issues including promoting inner peace, enhancing clarity, detoxifying the body, reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep, alleviating pain, and boosting the immune system. It can also facilitate healing after medical procedures like surgeries and chemotherapy and can help lessen the side effects of conventional medical treatments or medications.
What to expect during a reiki session
A Reiki treatment can be received in person with hands-on technique or it can be sent remotely.
During an in-person Reiki session, you’ll lie comfortably on a massage table while fully clothed. The practitioner will gently place their hands either lightly on your body or just above it, moving through a series of positions to support energy flow and restore balance.
All you need to do is set your intention for what you want to heal or release, then relax and remain open to receiving the energy.
Many clients experience soothing sensations such as warmth, tingling, floating, or deep calm. Some also notice colors, images, or intuitive messages. By the end of the session, most people feel noticeably more calm, relaxed, and centered.
In a distance or virtual Reiki session, energy is sent without physical contact, allowing you to receive healing wherever you are. Energy is not limited by distance or space, so it can be channeled across any location. The effects and experience are the same as an in-person session. You receive Reiki from the comfort of your own home by relaxing in a quiet, comfortable space at the scheduled time while the practitioner channels Reiki through focused intention and visualization.