Your Reiki questions answered by Usui Reiki Master in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

WHAT IS REIKI HEALING?

Usui Reiki Ryoho is a form of spiritual healing that  was developed by a Japanese man, Dr Mikao Usui, during the early part of the 20th century.  Dr Usui described Reiki as the secret method of inviting happiness and a wonderful medicine for all diseases of mind, body and spirit. 

IS IT SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE?

Reiki is an extremely gentle yet very effective natural healing system that works on a mental, emotional, physical and spiritual level adpating itself to the needs of the individiual. Therefore, everyone can benefit it, including the very young and the elderly.  The effects are cumulative and the more Reiki treatments you have the greater the benefits.  However, you don't need to worry as you cannot overdose on Reiki and will only draw in the amount you need at any given time.  The practitioner merely acts as a channel and it is the individual who determines how much Reiki they receive.

DO I NEED TO BELIEVE IN IT FOR IT TO WORK?

Reiki is believed to have its roots in ancient Tibetan Buddhism but there is no dogma or belief system attached to it.  It is not faith healing and will work irrespective of whether you believe in it or not.  Neither is it necessary to believe in God.  However, if you do have a belief system Reiki will support it.  Reiki is Divine energy. Reiki is pure unconditional love.

CAN MY PET HAVE REIKI?

Animals will benefit greatly from Reiki treatment drawing in the energy they need.  The animal will often go to sleep during the treatment and will let you know when it has had enough by moving away.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM A TREATMENT?

Reiki begins with a brief consultation but there is no need to go in depth as there are no contraindications and it is suitable for everyone.  The treatment itself lasts around 1 hour or just over and  when it is finished you will have plenty of opportunity to discuss any health issues you may have or anything you experienced during the treatment.  Then at this stage I will offer specific aftercare advice drawing on my knowledge as a complementary therapist.

Following on from the first treatment I will send you further distance healing treatment and this will be included in the price of the session to assist with your healing.

THE TREATMENT?

The treatment usually takes place with you lying fully clothed on the treatment  couch and I usually play calming music and diffuse essential oils into the room to aid relaxation.  Working with conscious awareness I shall be placing my hands on the your body where I am intuitively drawn.  However, this is non-intrusive and just a light touch. Usually I begin with the you lying on your back and then ask you to turn over on to your front.  Nevertheless, this is not strictly necessary as the Reiki energy will travel to where it is needed too anyway.  Therefore, if you have mobility problems or are uncomfortable lying on your front you can lie on your back propped up with pillows or recline in a chair and it will be equally effective.

HOW WILL I FEEL DURING THE TREATMENT?

Every treatment is unique and because Reiki  works for your highest good it goes to the root of the 'dis-ease'. Some people report heat or warmth from the hands whilst others feel a pleaant tingling or pulsating sensation.  Many  see colours or visions and whatever feelings or sensations you receive during a treatment are right for you at that particular time.  Most people fall asleep or drift  into their own meditative space during the treatment and it is when you reach this level of deep relaxation that your body begins to self-heal. 

HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT LAST?

Although you can benefit from just fifteen minutes a full Reiki treatment will last around an hour or just over an hour.  I don't work to a strict timescale as I believe in giving the client all the time necessary for healing and if the energy is still flowing after an hour the Reiki treatment will continue.

Therefore please allow up to 2 hours for your session.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE RECOMMENDED?

Your treatment plan will be agreed during the consultation.  However, If you do have a minor health issue will find acute ailments often clear up with just one session.   However, chronic complaints usually need more treatments and I suggest a minimum of three, during which time I will send absent healing as well before reviewing the situation.  However,  you should always see your doctor if you are concerned about your health.

Nevertheless, you don't need to be ill to gain benefits from Reiki  and the occasion treatment will relieve stress and boost your energy levels while more frequent sessions will boost the immune system and generate positive health and wellbeing. 

CAN I STILL HAVE REIKI ALONGSIDE OTHER TREATMENT?

Reiki supports conventional, homeopathic, herbal and complementary therapies to relieve the stress and tension underpinning most illness.  It works on a mental, emotional spiritual and physical level acting as a catalyst to trigger the body's natural self-healing response.

Nevertheless, healing is not the same as curing and while Reiki will have a positive effect on your health and wellbeing it is important to note that  you should not discontinue with any medication you have been prescribed.  

AFTERCARE ADVICE

As a nutritionist I can work with you to support your healing by helping you to made adjustments to your diet to ensure optimum nutrition using various tools including keeping a food diary, an in depth questionnaire and dowsing. In addition I can suggest health and lifestyle changes and teach you simple relaxation breathing and meditation techniques.

APPOINTMENT TIMES

Treatments are available Monday to Friday during the daytime and evening with the last appointment at 7.30pm.

HEALING BEGINS WITH YOU

Visit http://www.freewebs.com/reikinewbeginnings for more information. Remember, healing begins with you and often it is the changes triggered by Reiki that promote positive health and wellbeing.  Therefore if you are ready to make changes give me a call on 07963 071632 and I will be happy to work with you.