A Typical Reiki Session

It would be inappropriate to explain the details of a how the healing energy is utilized and enhanced for a reiki treatment. However, If you've been thinking about having a Reiki treatment, you're probably wondering what to expect.

Before the treatment begins the practitioner should explain the hand positions to you, since most of your body or your field of energy will be touched. Hands are placed with respect not to violate and individual's body privacy. Modifications can always be made to the traditional hand positions to respect any additional touch issues you may have. The receiver will often feel warmth, tingling, or both where the practitioner's hands are placed. A practitioner's touch is always gentle, light, and usually motionless, except when changing hand positions; there is no massage or body manipulation.

Dress Comfortably

You should be dressed in simple, loose fitting clothing. Any comfortable clothing is acceptable, but sweats, T-shirt and soft pants or shorts work best. Tight garments and belts are not conducive to relaxation. Shoes should be removed.

The Right Environment

To receive the full Reiki experience, and to facilitate "letting go" into a meditative, relaxed state... a quiet, safe place is required. Distractions such as ringing telephones or pagers in the office environment will be eliminated; as will other interruptions. The practitioner will ask you to turn off your cell phones and pagers as well.

Every effort is made to ensure a relaxing and spiritually enriching experience.
You'll receive your Reiki treatment while reclining on a massage table in a dimly lit and/or candle lit, incense scented environment; soothed by soft music and the distant sound of recorded, chanting Reiki Masters.

Session Length

A Reiki session lasts approximately 60 minutes; depending on your needs... so, you'll want to allow time in your schedule to insure a comfortable transition from the Reiki experience back to your normal state of being. Typically, you'll emerge from a Reiki treatment feeling deeply relaxed, with a sense of well being and inner peace.