The Japanese word ‘Reiki’ literally translates as universal life force energy. This system of healing was developed by Mikao Usui the early 20th century. It is a non-invasive complementary therapy that has been taught and used in the UK since the late 1900s, but Eastern medicine has for thousands of years worked with this energy, recognising its flow through all living things. Reiki supports orthodox medicine or can be used alone but is not a replacement for traditional medication or treatments.
What Happens During A Reiki Treatment
At the beginning of each appointment I will give you time to talk about how Reiki may help you and there will be time at the end to talk about any thoughts and feelings about the treatment
Treatments take place on a couch , you remain fully clothed, with a blanket if you wish, and the room will have dimmed lighting and soothing music if desired. When I start your treatment I may feel guided to scan your body and place my hands on or above your arms, legs etc or just stay at your shoulders and let the energy flow.
There is no communication throughout the session, which allows you to fully relax and me to be fully focused on the channelling of Reiki. You may experience the Reiki as a flow of energy, mild tingling, warmth, coolness, other sensations, or nothing at all.
Reiki is a relaxing treatment which will allow you to feel energised and better able to deal with the mental and physical demands of daily life.
Benefits Of Reiki
1.Reiki encourages and supports positive personal choices, such as improving diet, taking more exercise, creating time for rest and relaxation.
2. Creating greater inner harmony and balance
3.Regular Reiki treatments promote a calmer response to life’s challenges.
4.Reiki can help us to cope better with life by encouraging relaxation and bringing balance to both mind and emotions.
5. Deep relaxation, promoting a calm, peaceful sense of wellbeing on all levels.
6. Reiki is gentle energy is easily adapted to most medical conditions and may be used safely by people of all ages, including the new born, pregnant mothers, surgical patients, the frail and the elderly, in any situation. Being complementary, Reiki works effectively alongside orthodox healthcare and natural remedies, expanding treatment options.
Combined Reflexology and Reiki
Reiki and Reflexology complement each other so well whilst Reiki is good with emotional and mental issues, Reflexology is wonderful at dealing with something which is related to the physical body. The combination of the two therapies may help with stress, which can be the cause of most of the lifestyle diseases we are afflicted with, which provides balance and peace.
Note: Reiki is being used in various settings including private practice, complementary therapy centres, GP surgeries, hospitals, hospices, cancer support groups, post-operative recovery, drug rehabilitation, prisons, HIV/AIDS centres, and in the care of the elderly. (UK Federation Of Reiki)