Frequently asked questions
What Reiki sessions are like?
In a standard treatment, Reiki energy flows from the practitioners hands into the client. You will lie down fully clothed on a treatment table while the practitioner places their hands lightly on or just above different areas of your body to channel healing energy. These include positions around the head and shoulders, the stomach, and feet, for example. Each position is held for around 3 minutes, depending on how much Reiki the client needs at each position. The whole treatment usually lasts between 45 and 60 minutes.
As the Reiki energy encourages one to let go of all tension, anxiety, fear or other negative feelings a state of peace and well-being is experienced. Some drift off to sleep or report floating outside their bodies or have visions. At the end of the treatment, one feels refreshed with a more positive, balanced outlook.
How should I prepare for a session?
Wear comfortable clothing, avoid heavy meals beforehand, and arrive with an open mind and intention for healing or relaxation.
Are there any side effects of a Reiki treatment?
Most of the time a person will feel relaxed and uplifted by a Reiki treatment. However, sometimes a person will have what is called a healing crisis. As a person’s vibration goes up, toxins that have been stored in the body will be released into the blood stream to be filtered by the liver and kidneys and removed from the system. When this happens, sometimes a person can get a headache or stomach ache or feel weak. If this happens, it is a good idea to drink more water, eat lighter meals and get more rest. The body is cleansing as part of the healing process so this is a good sign.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on your goals. One session can bring benefits, but long term imbalances in the body sometimes require multiple sessions in order to facilitate the level of relaxation needed by the body to heal itself. Discuss with your practitioner your treatment plan.
Is it safe for pregnant women?
Since Reiki is guided by the Higher Power, the Reiki energy will know the condition of the client or student and adjust appropriately. Reiki can only do good. Many pregnant women have received treatments with great benefit to them and their unborn child. It has also been used during child birth. Pregnant women have also taken the Reiki training and received the Reiki attunement with beneficial results.
Is Reiki a religion?
Although Reiki energy is spiritual in nature, Reiki is not a religion. You are not asked to change any religious or spiritual beliefs you may have. You are totally free to continue believing anything you choose and are encouraged to make your own decisions concerning the nature of your religious practices.