Feeling out of balance? Here’s how Reiki can help

Reiki can alleviate pain and stress, and promote restful sleep, healing, and relaxation. This therapeutic relaxation promotes a host of benefits for the mind and body including a heightened sense of well-being, release of painful muscle tension, and relief from anxiety and depression. In addition, this type of relaxation has been shown to help restore immune function and improve circulation, enhancing healing throughout your body.

Restorative Reiki session: what to expect

The customized session begins with an intention for the session as determined by the

client’s concern.

The client lays comfortably and fully clothed on a massage table. The practitioner will gently place her hands on areas of the body to increase circulation, encourage release of stagnation and to balance the flow of energy (chi). For example, if there is an excess of activity in the head, shifting the energy (chi) to the torso and feet.

Afterwards, the practitioner and client may discuss their observations. The practitioner shares with the client what she noticed and what arose during the hands-on part of the session.

Finally, the practitioner provides self-help suggestions or other guidance to the client.