The Break Down
Our world is composed of energy.  We learn this is science class as we study its presence in water, electricity, solar, and all throughout our physical environment. We often avoid discussing our own contribution and relationship with energy, and how it works within our body. 

Energy has different frequency levels. When we operate at a low frequency level, we may feel tired, heavy, lethargic and may be experiencing grief, depression, bitterness, shame, anger, or fear. When we operate from a higher frequency level, we may feel light, content, and at peace and may be experiencing feelings of joy, love, compassion, expression, etc. It is important to remember that emotions are simply just energy in motion. It is vital that we do the best we can to release emotions/energy, otherwise this energy becomes stored within the physical body as tension, discomfort, and dis-ease. 

Luckily, energy is transformative! The Reiki practitioner is trained to connect to higher frequency levels, and acts as a conduit to share this healing energy with the client. The Reiki practitioner places their hands over the main energy centres of the body - to bring back alignment and balance to the body. The energy flows through the hands of the practitioner. Depending on the needs of the client, hands may be placed directly on the body or may hover just above the physical body. Often times, client’s leave feeling “lighter”, and this is simply an example of the energetic frequency within their energetic system being raised and transformed! The more connected you are to energy, the better you will feel.

Reiki accesses healing for the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of the Self. It is beneficial if you are struggling with a health concern (physical), a recent loss (emotional), mental health concerns (mental), or connecting with your authentic self (spiritual). These are a few examples of why someone may come for a Reiki session; however, the reasoning is unique to each individual client. Many of the clients I work with have integrated it into their self-care practice. It is beneficial to have an “energetic tune-up” to help one remain on a healthy path mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. 

Other benefits include:

• Ease pain/physical ailments

• Reduce stress/anxiety/depression

• Calms mind and promotes relaxation

• Balance emotional state

• Gain compassion for Self and others

• Remove energetic blocks

• Cleanse aura to increase energy levels

• Release harmful emotions

• Increase self-worth and drive

• Increased awareness of personal energetic system

• Spiritual growth and development

The Reiki environment is supportive and comforting. It is a space where people feel they are able to relax, and release any discomfort or pain being experienced. While receiving Reiki, it may feel like a warm, tingling sensation but is unique to each person receiving the energy healing. It is a healing modality that brings forth relaxation, stress-reduction, and harmony. 

Who Benefits from Energy Healing?
Anyone willing to receive this form of healing will benefit! Reiki was created to use universally as a form of healing that is completely inclusive of all backgrounds (it is not associated with any religion). What is most important, is a person’s willingness to receive healing! 

Populations I have experience working with: 

• Children

• Teens

• Adults

• Seniors 

• Individuals facing mental health concerns

• Individuals approaching burn-out

• Individuals in life-transition

• Individuals with dementia

• Individuals in treatment for addiction 

I always suggest that it is best to try Reiki to fully gain an understanding of its healing potential. 

It is useful as a complimentary healing that is completely natural.