about reiki
What is Reiki?
Reiki is a simple, yet powerful way to bring both physical and emotional balance and harmony into our often stressful lives. “Reiki” is the Japanese word for universal life energy. It has been defined as that power which acts and lives in all created matter. Reiki practitioners assert this energy which is always around us and readily available. It is specifically designed to bring this universal life force energy into the body.
A Reiki practitioner is like a “tuned-in” radio station who can clearly channel the universal life energy that is all around us. The energy goes where it needs to within your body and its healing power is specifically designed for you.
What can I expect at a Reiki session?
One of the greatest qualities of Reiki is its simplicity. You stay fully clothed. You get comfortable on the massage table and enjoy the soothing music and candlelight. As the session begins, you merely need to thank yourself for being there. For nurturing yourself. For taking the time in this busy, complicated world to look inward and focus on healing.
The Reiki practitioner uses a series of hand positions to channel the energy at your head, abdomen, feet, and back. You can sleep, decompress, or just be there. This time is purely and simply FOR YOU.
What does Reiki feel like?
Many say they experience temperature changes, tingling sensations, light pressure, and emerging emotional feelings during a session. Reiki feels different to every person and anything you feel is considered “normal.” All in all, people say it is incredibly soothing and peaceful.
Who can benefit from receiving a Reiki session?
Anyone. It can aid in the treatment of any ailment you have, however it does not replace treatment from a physician. It is a wonderful complement to Western Medicine and it provides you with a sense of peace and relaxation.
*It is important to understand that the energy that is channelled for you does not replace traditional medicine, but rather aids in the natural healing process.
“Where do I begin. I guess I begin at the end of a long journey or quest for healing and peace of mind. Reiki was at the end of this long trail… I could not seem to understand or believe in it… some sort of voodoo, smoke and mirrors, snake oil… until as a last resort I went to Erin for her trial session and was totally blown away. Erin is a true healer and has become a dear and gentle friend. Reiki is now my primary choice and I realize now, through Erin, that my journey was not an ending but a splendid beginning.” -Patrick G.
“I had a wonderfully effective and blissful feeling after my Reiki sessions with Erin. I thoroughly enjoyed ‘checking out’ from the outside world and focusing on just myself! Feeling lighter, more peaceful and just allowing my body to re-calibrate was energetically refreshing… I highly recommend Erin!” -Erin C.
“Erin is a gifted, nurturing woman who has a great deal to offer. One of the most important elements in healing is the ability to experience compassion and safety. Erin has such a compassionate nature… you are sure to get a lot from sessions with her.” -Ron B.
“After not sleeping well for weeks, a ten minute session with Erin had me completely relaxed and able to get some much needed rest!” -Sarah G.
“Although I can’t quite wrap my mind around how universal life force is so powerful when directed, each time I receive a Reiki session, my belief in its effects deepens. Last time I received Reiki, I felt a powerful and lasting sense of peace, nurturing and well-being that lasted throughout my normally stressful workweek. In addition, I felt an ease and flow throughout my body, whereas I had previously felt symptoms of congestion and blockage. It is a subtle yet profound experience to receive a Reiki session!” -Marie S.
“I have heard about Reiki for a very long time, but had my first Reiki session in the last year. It was amazing! I actually fell asleep during the session, I was that relaxed. Afterwards, I felt a profound sense of well being, groundedness, and the pain I was feeling disappeared. Reiki is an amazing natural tool for health and wellness. I’m hooked!” -Nancy L.
“Reiki is a wonderful tool in the healing arsenal. It has helped bring calm and focus to my life as well as clearing of “stuck” physical and emotional energy. Erin’s natural warmth helps me feel trust and become relaxed – which facilitates the healing process.” -Sarah A.