what should i expect during a treatment?
Reiki is performed fully clothed, and, in general, consists of a series of light touches that last from 1-3 minutes. Hands are placed palms down in prescribed regions of the body. In some cases, hands rest above the body and do not actually make contact.
When you arrive for your first treatment, I will do a confidential intake evaluation, which is free and does not count toward the time spent receiving Reiki. I will ask about basic medical history and current complaints to help me determine specific areas to emphasize. You can then lie comfortably on the Reiki table or sit in the Reiki chair. You may experience warmth on areas being treated, or a feeling of cold. Depending on the treatment areas, you may be asked to turn over on your stomach. Many people fall asleep while receiving Reiki, which is perfectly acceptable. I take it as a positive sign that you are really, really relaxed!
When the treatment is over, you may feel a bit spacey or light-headed. We can discuss any issues or thoughts that came up for you during the treatment. Sometimes emotional blockages are released; I am also trained as a creativity/life coach and am honored to assist your healing in any way I can. You can take as much time as you need before you leave the office. The treatment will begin to work by clearing energy blockages; you should drink plenty of water for the rest of the day in order to assist with the clearing. You may also receive “homework,” suggestions for lifestyle changes that support the healing process.
Sometimes the effects are immediate: you feel better, pain is alleviated, tension is gone. Other times the effect is not as noticeable; you’ll feel relaxed, but not dramatically different. You may not notice the effects until later. In addition, because Reiki energy goes where it is needed, you may be healing on an emotional or spiritual level that clears the way for the healing process on the physical level.
When you arrive for your first treatment, I will do a confidential intake evaluation, which is free and does not count toward the time spent receiving Reiki. I will ask about basic medical history and current complaints to help me determine specific areas to emphasize. You can then lie comfortably on the Reiki table or sit in the Reiki chair. You may experience warmth on areas being treated, or a feeling of cold. Depending on the treatment areas, you may be asked to turn over on your stomach. Many people fall asleep while receiving Reiki, which is perfectly acceptable. I take it as a positive sign that you are really, really relaxed!
When the treatment is over, you may feel a bit spacey or light-headed. We can discuss any issues or thoughts that came up for you during the treatment. Sometimes emotional blockages are released; I am also trained as a creativity/life coach and am honored to assist your healing in any way I can. You can take as much time as you need before you leave the office. The treatment will begin to work by clearing energy blockages; you should drink plenty of water for the rest of the day in order to assist with the clearing. You may also receive “homework,” suggestions for lifestyle changes that support the healing process.
Sometimes the effects are immediate: you feel better, pain is alleviated, tension is gone. Other times the effect is not as noticeable; you’ll feel relaxed, but not dramatically different. You may not notice the effects until later. In addition, because Reiki energy goes where it is needed, you may be healing on an emotional or spiritual level that clears the way for the healing process on the physical level.