Reiki is based on the philosophy that a limitless, universal life force energy is the source of all life. This life force energy (also known as Qi or Chi) flows within us, creates our bodies, and determines our state of health.

While its origins may be traced to India and Tibet, it was in the early 1900’s that Dr. Mikao Usui, a university professor from Koyoto, coined the term Reiki and developed it as a Japanese system of healing. Reiki came to the West in the 1970’s through Hawayo Takata, a Japanese-American healer.

Reiki works to treat the root cause of a problem and heals from the inside out by bringing balance to our lives.  Reiki treatments facilitate healing on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels.  Many clients believe that by balancing their systems, they are better able to cope and heal with a wide range of conditions such as: 

Cancer

Heart disease

Anxiety

Depression

Chronic pain

Infertility

ADD/ADHD

Autism/developmental delay

Digestive diseases

Traumatic brain injury

PTSD

Fatigue

End-of-life care and bereavement

Benefits:

 Although at this time, the evidence for most of these benefits is anecdotal, there are research data showing that Reiki treatment can be effective. Reiki always acts for the highest good. Because of this, Reiki will never do any harm. Some of the reported benefits of Reiki may include:

Reduced stress and improved relaxation

Improved sleep

Reduced side effects from radiation and chemotherapy

Reduced depression and anxiety

Improved preconception and prenatal health

Enhanced well being

Improved digestion

Stronger self-esteem

Accelerated surgical recovery

Strengthened immune system

Greater self awareness