About Reiki...
Society today is constantly changing, a place where we are expected to do more in less time. This reflects on our work and our families, a toll that we take on all levels of our being physically, emotionally and spiritually. Reiki is more than just healing physical problems it also helps us to find our emotional and spiritual balance. It brings us back to who we really are.
What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japenese method for relaxation and reducing stress while promoting self healing. It is a hands on healing system where the practitioner channels energy directly to where it is needed.
Mikao Usui
The Japanese word Reiki (pronounced 'ray key') means 'Universal Life Force Energy'. Reiki is believed to have begun in Tibet several thousand years ago. It was rediscovered in the late 1800's by Dr. Mikao Usui.
Eastern medicine has always recorgnised and worked with this energy, which flows through all living things and is vital to the well-being of life. The energy known as 'Ki' in Japan,'Chi' in China and 'Prana' in India.
Acupunture,Tai Chi and Yoga are also based on the free-flow of this energy in a person.
The Benefits
Where one is suffering from stress or tension, the beneficial effects of Reiki occur on many levels. Reiki can accelerate the healing of physical problems, balance the emotions, and promote a feeling of inner harmony.
Reiki encourages and supports positive personal change such as improving the diet, having more rest, execise or leisure time. Reiki can allow us to respond more calmly to all events, and build on a more resourceful state of being.
- Increases self esteem and confidence
- Gives relief during pregnancy
- Stress, Tension & Anxiety
- Chronic illness
- Supports the body's natural ability to heal itsef
- Strengthens the immune stystem
- Improves relaxation and sleep
- Re-balances the energy centres in the body, mind and spirit
Reiki is non-invasive therapy used without fear or any side-effects. It may be used with confidence alongside conventional medication or natural remedies. Reiki is being used in GP's surgeries, hospices, cancer support groups, post operative recovery, drug and alcahol rehabilitation, and care of the elderly.
What happens during a session?
A session usually lasts between 35 minutes to an hour and is carried out with the client either sitting comfortably on a chair or lying on a therapy couch. Gentle relaxation music will be played softly in the back ground. There is no need to remove any clothing apart from shoes.
The practitioner places their hands gently on or just over the body in a series of positions, usually starting with the head.
The client's system automatically draws in only as much Reiki healing energy as is needed at that time, using it in whatever way is most appropriate. You can never receive 'too much' Reiki in one session.
Reiki may be felt as a flow of energy, warmth or heat from the practitions hands, a tingling sensation, coolness, seeing colours or other sensations. Reiki is truly deeply relaxing, easing stresses of the day giving a calming effect.
Treatment is enhanced by drinking plenty of water to help the body flush out toxins. Be responsive to the needs of your body, eg resting where necessary if tired, and allow the energy to continue to do its work after the session. The beneficial effects may be felt for several days after treatment.
Reiki for Cancer Patients
It is very difficult coping with the implications of cancer, and can be a very frightening and impersonal experience for most unfortunately. As a professional holistic therapist I work with the person as a whole, not just the part of the body. This is called the 'holistic approach', giving empathy, a listening and a caring attitude to the person in order for them to cope with those difficult moments and feelings. Therefore I feel that having The Holistic Approach the patient will be receiving 'something back', which can often lead them to gain back some control in their lives.
Being a home visiting therapist will particularly benefit people who are feeling too unwell to venture out through illness, and treatments will be carried out in the comfort of their home.
Reiki is becoming more and more popular amongst doctors, cancer support groups, hospitals and hospices to help support cancer patients.
Some cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy claim that Reiki has effectively helped provide some relief of the side-effects like nausea and stomach upsets. See Cancer Backup
Reiki can also help with the managment of pain.
It is important to note that as with all complementary therapies, Reiki does not take the place of conventional medicine, but it rather runs along side with and is complementary towards aiding ones healing in illnesses or disease. It is very important that you continue with any medical treatment given as advised by your doctor or hospital team.
Cost of A Treatment:
£28.00 for approximately One Hour
£18.00 for approximately 30 minutes
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