Reiki, meaning "universal life energy," is a Japanese energy healing technique that has been practiced around the world for centuries and was brought into the United States in 1938. Ki (also known as chi, prana, or biofield energy) is the vital life force energy that animates our bodies. In the practice of Reiki, the Ki is guided by spiritual consciousness, or Rei. Reiki is a high vibrational energy that heals the body, mind, and spirit by making adjustments to the chakras, energy pathways, the physical body, the mind, and our spiritual light bodies.

In a healthy person, Ki is free flowing and balanced throughout the body and in one’s auric field. When Ki becomes disrupted or blocked, it causes diminished functioning in the mind and physical body, eventually resulting in illness or disease. Reiki, as a consciously guided healing energy, works to remove these blockages and replaces them with healthy Ki, so that the mind, body, and spirit can effectively heal. Not only does Reiki heal the physical body and energy field, it also heals spiritual and mental blocks that are preventing us from living the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible.

Reiki energy is channeled to the client through the hands of a trained Reiki practitioner. Because the energy is guided by a higher consciousness, it can never cause harm and always knows exactly what each person needs. Additionally, the Holy Fire® Reiki energy is a step up from regular Reiki, as it vibrates at a higher frequency and has unlimited potential to heal and to help you develop in your spiritual journey.

Reiki cleanses and heals the energy body or auric field (known in science as the electromagnetic field) to release energetic blocks. When energy begins to flow properly, the client feels a sense of peace and relaxation, and the body's natural healing processes are restored. This allows the client to experience physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

When you receive the Reiki energy, you may or may not experience warmth, coldness, tingling, or a sense of movement. Many clients receive immediate, positive responses to treatment, but you may continue to integrate the energy into the body for several days after the session. Be sure to drink plenty of water following your appointment to aid in integration.

Reiki is always beneficial and works to improve the effectiveness of all other types of therapy, including medical and psychological treatment. Reiki also helps reduce stress, which allows the body to more completely heal itself.

Reiki is effective in treating the following:

• Physical ailments

• Infections

• Disease

• Cancer

• Cuts, bruises, broken bones, etc.

• Headaches, colds, flu, etc.

• Poor memory

• Low self-confidence

• Emotional trauma

• Toxic behavior

• Bad habits

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Negative thought patterns & beliefs

• Lacking direction/purpose in life

• The shadow (Hidden aspects of our personality)

• Fatigue

• Insomnia

• And anything else you can think of!

Reiki is being offered as part of regular patient care in over 800 hospitals around the world, including in operating rooms and intensive care units (See here). According to infusion center patients in a small study conducted in 2019, “pain dropped by about a third, and stress and anxiety dropped by about two-thirds after just one session (See article here).”

According to another study conducted in 2020 and 2021, “1,837 distant [Reiki] sessions were delivered to 164 people, and 208 surveys were filled out [regarding their results]. Participants reported that stress, pain, and depression were the top issues, and on a five-point scale, 91% rated the distant sessions as helpful (See Id.).

A Hartford, Connecticut hospital study conducted in 2000 indicated that Reiki improved patient sleep by 86%, reduced pain by 78%, reduced nausea by 80%, and reduced anxiety during pregnancy by a whopping 94% (See article here.)!

For a more in-depth understanding of the scientific evidence for Reiki, check out this video from The Reiki Guild.

In summary, YES, Reiki compliments all traditional modes of medical care.

When we cultivate positive, optimistic thoughts, the flow of Ki—our life force energy—increases, creating a sense of well-being and vitality. In contrast, negative thoughts disrupt this energetic flow, leading to diminished Ki and a corresponding drop in how we feel. When these negative thoughts become ingrained in the subconscious as limiting beliefs or behavioral patterns, they can cause ongoing disturbances in our energy system. Over time, this stagnant or blocked energy may anchor itself in the body, affecting organs and cells, and can eventually manifest as physical illness.

Reiki works with our negative thoughts, feelings, and beliefs to replace them with healthy ones, which in turn, releases the negative energy from our bodies. Once the energy is released, our illness begins to heal.

Reiki influences the aura by cleansing, balancing, and strengthening the energetic field that surrounds and flows through the body. This field, known as the aura, is made up of multiple layers—each one linked to different aspects of our consciousness and well-being, including our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual selves. The aura is influenced by the energy we produce through our thoughts, emotions, and physical well-being, and its color, brightness, and clarity reflect our overall energetic state.

When stress, trauma, or persistent negative thought patterns disrupt the flow of energy, blockages or imbalances can appear in the aura. These disturbances may manifest as fatigue, emotional distress, or even physical illness over time. Reiki works by channeling high-vibrational life force energy into the auric field, helping to clear stagnant or blocked areas, restore energetic flow, and raise the overall frequency of the energy body.

As the aura is cleansed and fortified, the body becomes better equipped to resist illness and ward off negative external influences. Regular Reiki sessions can promote long-term energetic resilience, emotional clarity, and spiritual alignment.

The chakras are the seven primary energy centers of the body, running along the spine from the base of the sacrum to the crown of the skull. These centers are responsible for taking in the universal life force energy, Ki, which is always present around us, and transforming it into the specific frequencies that our energy system needs to maintain health and balance.

Negative thoughts and emotions can become trapped in the chakras, causing blockages or restrictions in the flow of energy. This results in a reduced flow of energy to specific areas of the body, which can negatively impact both physical health and overall vitality. Addressing and balancing the chakras is an essential part of the Reiki healing process, helping to restore energy flow and support overall well-being.

Each new client will receive an aura and chakra cleanse and rebalance during their first appointment. This initial session helps to clear any blockages and reset the energy system, creating a balanced foundation for future healing sessions and energy work. It ensures that the energy field is clear, allowing for more effective and harmonious treatments moving forward.

Before your appointment, please complete the Client Intake Form available here. Once submitted, you’ll receive an email confirmation with detailed instructions on how to best prepare for your session. Upon arrival, we will spend about 15 minutes discussing your history, past experiences with healing, and any specific concerns you’d like to address.

Unless you have significant physical limitations, all clients will lie flat on a massage table. You’ll have the option of a top sheet or blanket for comfort, as well as an eye mask (feel free to bring your own if preferred). You will remain on the table throughout the session.

Each session begins with a brief breathing exercise or guided meditation to calm the body and mind. Following this, I typically perform a full-body energy scan to identify areas in need of particular attention.

During your first appointment, I will focus on balancing and cleansing your chakras and auric field. This usually starts with a chakra scan, as the goal of the initial session is to establish a clean, balanced energy foundation for future treatments. I will use various hand positions—either lightly touching or hovering above the body—to channel Reiki energy. Additionally, I may incorporate incense, crystals, tuning forks, or other tools to enhance the healing process.

After the session, we will spend about 10 minutes reviewing the experience and discussing any further treatment options.

Once the initial chakra and aura cleanse is done at your first appointment, each future appointment will look generally the same. We will begin each session by discussing any changes that may have occurred since your last appointment, including any new areas of concern. 

The session starts with a short breathing exercise or meditation to help calm the body and mind, so you are more susceptible to receiving the Reiki energy. I will do a full-body energy scan to identify any areas of importance. Then, using various hand positions, I work my way around the body and energy field, giving each area the healing Reiki energy. I will focus on any special areas of concern in addition to the ones I identified during the initial body scan.

I may finish the energy healing session with a variety of methods based on my intuition. These may include aura cleansing, chakra alignment, or a sound bath. After your session, we will take 5-10 minutes to discuss and record our individual experiences.

You can enjoy all the benefits of a complete Reiki session from the comfort of your own home. The standard format for a session is the same. However, instead of being physically in the room together, you will lay down in a comfortable spot in your own home (or wherever you choose) during the allotted time. Please make sure you will be in a safe space in which no interruptions will occur. You have the choice of having your camera on or off for the healing portion of the session.

I suggest sitting or laying in a quiet, secluded space and wearing comfortable clothing. Make sure that you will not be disturbed during the duration of your appointment. You may also play soft music and/or light a candle to enhance the experience.

If you're not able to keep your scheduled appointment time, you will still receive the Reiki energy. Reiki is intelligent and knows if and when you are energetically able to receive it. The energy will come to you at a later day or time when you are capable of receiving it.

And as always, please drink plenty of water in the days following your appointment to aid in integration of the healing energy.

A Healing Experience is an optional service that can be incorporated into your regular Reiki session for more focused and specific healing. Options include themes such as promoting world peace, releasing early life trauma, upgrading your spiritual path, energizing your system, empowering your goals, and more.

Your session will begin with a brief guided meditation to help connect you with Higher Consciousness and guide you toward the experience that is right for you. During this time, I will also be providing hands-on Reiki in the traditional manner to support and enhance the healing process. For more information on the specific options available, please visit the Experiences page.