What does Reiki feel like?
Healing is very personal and everyone experiences Reiki differently depending on their energy bodies and the healing that is needed. While receiving Reiki clients may experience different physical sensations such as warmth, coolness, vibrating, pulsating, tingling, heaviness, or lightness. The practitioners hands might feel very warm while hovering over or gently resting on your body. Clients often report experiencing a sense of deep relaxation, a floating feeling, and an overall sense of well-being and peace after receiving the treatment. Some people visualize colors or images during the treatment.
What will I feel like after a Reiki session?
People typically leave a session feeling refreshed. They often report an increased sense of calm and mental clarity. Some people experience increased tiredness later in the day after the session as the body naturally responds to the healing. Rest and staying hydrated after is encouraged. Clients often report sleeping better the night following treatment.
Is Reiki the same as massage?
No. During a Reiki session, the practitioner lightly rests his/her hands over the body. At times the practitioner may not be touching the body and simply hover their hands above parts of the body. Reiki energy is received through light touch rather than massage or pressure.
Do I have to understand Reiki in order for it to be effective?
Reiki can be challenging to grasp and in many cases having Reiki sessions is the best way to understand it's benefits. Just like you would seek treatment for a disorder in the body's circulatory or muscular system, Reiki can be used to treat blockages or disorder in the body's energy system. The more Reiki you receive, the more the body's energy pathways remain open and flowing. This keeps the body from holding onto feelings, thoughts, and emotions that aren't good for you and can cause disease and unease. Even if you are open to just trying it, you will benefit on some level.
How often do I need to get Reiki?
Like most practices that encourage better health, it is best to incorporate Reiki as part of your overall health routine. People who have regular monthly or weekly sessions are often reported to have the most healing benefits, but any amount of Reiki can be powerful in opening up and healing the energy body. It really depends on you and what you decide is best for your wellbeing.
What if I'm receiving care from a Physician, Psychologist, or other complementary care provider?
Reiki works as a wonderful complement to any treatment you are already receiving. It does not interfere with medication. Reiki should in no way take the place of licensed medical care and is not used to diagnose. Here is more information about Reiki being used in the following healthcare settings in Boston, Massachusetts:
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Children's Hospital Boston
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Massachusetts General Hospital
You can also refer here for more information on how Reiki is being used in modern medicine and healthcare settings.
Where did Reiki originate?
Reiki was founded in Japan in the early 1900s by Dr. Mikao Usui. For a detailed description of the history of Reiki please go to here
Is Reiki affiliated with a religion?
Reiki is not connected with any religious organization. Just as energy and love is universal, Reiki can be practiced as a complement to any particular faith. Both Reiki and spirituality focus on self-care. So one way to think of Reiki is as a spiritual practice that aids in physical and emotional healing.
What should I wear?
You should dressing comfortably for the session. It is helpful to remove glasses, shoes, or heavy jewelry. I ask that you leave your cell phone and other electronics off so there are no interruptions during the session.
Healing is very personal and everyone experiences Reiki differently depending on their energy bodies and the healing that is needed. While receiving Reiki clients may experience different physical sensations such as warmth, coolness, vibrating, pulsating, tingling, heaviness, or lightness. The practitioners hands might feel very warm while hovering over or gently resting on your body. Clients often report experiencing a sense of deep relaxation, a floating feeling, and an overall sense of well-being and peace after receiving the treatment. Some people visualize colors or images during the treatment.
What will I feel like after a Reiki session?
People typically leave a session feeling refreshed. They often report an increased sense of calm and mental clarity. Some people experience increased tiredness later in the day after the session as the body naturally responds to the healing. Rest and staying hydrated after is encouraged. Clients often report sleeping better the night following treatment.
Is Reiki the same as massage?
No. During a Reiki session, the practitioner lightly rests his/her hands over the body. At times the practitioner may not be touching the body and simply hover their hands above parts of the body. Reiki energy is received through light touch rather than massage or pressure.
Do I have to understand Reiki in order for it to be effective?
Reiki can be challenging to grasp and in many cases having Reiki sessions is the best way to understand it's benefits. Just like you would seek treatment for a disorder in the body's circulatory or muscular system, Reiki can be used to treat blockages or disorder in the body's energy system. The more Reiki you receive, the more the body's energy pathways remain open and flowing. This keeps the body from holding onto feelings, thoughts, and emotions that aren't good for you and can cause disease and unease. Even if you are open to just trying it, you will benefit on some level.
How often do I need to get Reiki?
Like most practices that encourage better health, it is best to incorporate Reiki as part of your overall health routine. People who have regular monthly or weekly sessions are often reported to have the most healing benefits, but any amount of Reiki can be powerful in opening up and healing the energy body. It really depends on you and what you decide is best for your wellbeing.
What if I'm receiving care from a Physician, Psychologist, or other complementary care provider?
Reiki works as a wonderful complement to any treatment you are already receiving. It does not interfere with medication. Reiki should in no way take the place of licensed medical care and is not used to diagnose. Here is more information about Reiki being used in the following healthcare settings in Boston, Massachusetts:
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Children's Hospital Boston
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Massachusetts General Hospital
You can also refer here for more information on how Reiki is being used in modern medicine and healthcare settings.
Where did Reiki originate?
Reiki was founded in Japan in the early 1900s by Dr. Mikao Usui. For a detailed description of the history of Reiki please go to here
Is Reiki affiliated with a religion?
Reiki is not connected with any religious organization. Just as energy and love is universal, Reiki can be practiced as a complement to any particular faith. Both Reiki and spirituality focus on self-care. So one way to think of Reiki is as a spiritual practice that aids in physical and emotional healing.
What should I wear?
You should dressing comfortably for the session. It is helpful to remove glasses, shoes, or heavy jewelry. I ask that you leave your cell phone and other electronics off so there are no interruptions during the session.
