Reiki is an old and gentle Japanese energy modality that promotes healing by reducing stress and activating the relaxation response.  This relaxation helps the body-mind-spirit to balance itself on a very deep level.  Something most all of us can benefit from, especially during this stressful time of Covid-19 and its continued presence in our lives.

Reiki typically involves gently placing hands on or slightly above the body in a series of positions.  This has not been a safe way to practice Reiki for over a year and a half.  Wearing masks while in proximity to each other is helpful, as is being vaccinated.  Frankly, though highly effective in keeping us safe from spreading the Covid-19 virus, neither are 100% efficient.  AS a result, I continue to provide Reiki from a distance – an extra measure of safety – and in line with my Reiki training. Just as I provide Spiritual Companioning vis Zoom, I continue to be provide Reiki via Zoom to keep you safe while facilitating many levels of healing using Reiki.

One wonder of Reiki is that it can be done "remotely."  In other words, you don't have to be present with me to receive the relaxing, healing benefits of this practice.  As mentioned above, Reiki is a form of energy.  This is the reason it can be successfully sent and received over a distance with the same efficacy as in person.  Many people inquiring into my Reiki practice have asked “How is this possible?”.

My response is this.  Reiki is energy, as is light that comes to us from the sun.  We see this light energy as color (verses lack of light as grey and black).   A note: Reiki energy is sometimes referred to as the light or the energy of unconditional love.  Sound is another example of energy we experience.  Hearing results when sound waves - the sound’s energy that we cannot see – causes our ear drums to vibrate.  We experience or hear sound without questioning its existence even though we are unable to see it.

You may still be skeptical and continue to wonder how this is possible?  And yes, as most spiritual, unseeable experiences are, it is to some degree a mystery and at times, an unexplainable phenomenon.  Here is a more scientific perspective.  In April 2020, The Atlantic published this article titled Reiki Can’t Possibly Work. So Why Does It? by Jordan Kisner.

Kisner explores the concept that there may be more to healing than what allopathic medicine is able to provide us with.  He includes references to research on the ability of supportive healing modalities, including Reiki, to heal persons of their chronic woes.  Bottomline, scientific research supports the fact that Reiki is effective.  And, ironically, science still cannot explain why.

It is here I return to the concept of Reiki as being energy.  As with any energy Reiki can travel over long distances without diminishing its effectiveness.  To receive the benefits of Reiki, all that is required of you is your openness to receive its benefit.

During this difficult time of a world pandemic, I continue to offer distance Reiki.  In fact, my practice of Reiki is becoming an integral part of my Spiritual Direction/Companioning practice.  An effective way to support you as you grow spiritually; to aid you in reaching your goals; to companion you as you release what is no longer serving you; and while holding you in the love and light of Reiki, easing anxiety and fears that sometimes arises during difficult times such as when one changes and grows.

What might be helpful for you to know:

• Reiki promotes a very deep relaxation response in the body-mind-spirit. This deep relaxation seems to create openings within us to release stagnation and to promote healing on all levels of the human experience. All that is necessary, as previously mentioned above, is an openness to receiving Reiki energy. Reiki energy will know what you need most for your healing.

• The Reiki Holy FireÒ Experience (an experiential approach to receiving Reiki), can also be received remotely and as effectively as in person. This is a more interactive way to receive Reiki’s healing energy, used to facilitate release of that which may be inhibiting you from reaching your goals. As the recipient you will be asked to write in a journal or notebook, your responses to a series of simply questions. You do not need to share what you have written. Your responses are to help you with the next steps of the Experience, which begins with a guided meditation followed by an invitation to continue with your own experience while I silently support you with Reiki as you journey further inward. After about 25 minutes I will call you back to the room, when you will have time to make some notes about your experience. Before closing the session, you will have the opportunity to share aspects of this deep inward dive – if you choose to.

• Too, you may find it helpful to combine these two modes of Reiki during the same appointment time. This combined session would include The Reiki Holy FireÒ Experience followed by the more traditional Reiki to further support your healing.

REIKI AS PART OF SPIRITUAL COMPANIONING/DIRECTION

• I charge the same fee for a Reiki Session, Spiritual Companioning Session or a Spiritual Companion & Reiki Session combined.  My fee is based on a sliding scale with a minimum fee of $60 per 45–50-minute session.  As of January 1, 2022, my minimum fee will be increased to $70 per session

• I decided to use a sliding scale to allow you to have some choice about how much you pay for my services.  Only you know how you determine value based on your budget and the services you receive from me.

• There may be times when you would want additional time during your session with me.  You might wish to receive Reiki after The Reiki Holy FireÒ Experience, for example, or simply more time to process your experiences.  Extended sessions must be arranged ahead of time.  My fee for additional time is computed in 15-minute intervals as ¼ of my base fee.  Example: The charge for an additional 30 minutes would be a minimum of $30 based on my minimum fee of $60 for the first 45-50 minutes and a total of $90 minimum for your session.

Additional links for more information about Reiki – how and why it works:

• Insights at the Edge, Sounds True Podcast Interview with Dr. Shamini Jain

The Biofield: The Missing Link Between Healing and Consciousness

• Mayo Clinic: Research about Reiki