02/02/2026
**A little bit about Reiki**
So, what exactly is it?
Reiki is a relatively modern form of energy healing which originated in Japan in the 1920s.
Dr Mikao Usui, who developed Reiki, was a Buddhist monk who wished to develop a science of healing as taught by the Buddha. He researched extensively and during a 21 day fast, reached a stage of enlightenment that enabled him to 'Unlock' the Reiki energy. This was energy that he believed was once commonly used by ancient healers the world over, but long forgotten.
The word 'Reiki' comes from the Japanese 'Rei' meaning 'Universal Life' and 'Ki' meaning energy.
**What to expect from a session**
The key to the effectiveness of Reiki is deep relaxation. You will be fully clothed but you will be asked to remove your shoes.
A Reiki appointment usually takes an hour from beginning to end and is a very peaceful experience.
Sessions can be 'hands on' or 'hands off' depending on your preference. This will mean that the hands of the practitioner will either be resting on, or held just above your body.
Remember that Reiki is not massage. The hands are not moved and no muscles are manipulated. The hands are simply placed in position, held there for a few minutes and then moved to the next site in your body. You may feel a gentle warmth or tingling, but this is from the energy, not from movement.
In my mobile sessions, you will get yourself comfy on a zero gravity chair (under a lovely blanket if you'd like) and the session will begin with the ringing of a singing bowl and the addition of any aromatherapy you have opted for. You can have music on or have quiet, it is your choice. Many Reiki sessions ask you to turn onto your front for part of the session but due to using a chair rather than a bench, that won't be required. The Reiki will still be effective.
Once you are settled and comfy, I will then 'sweep' your aura to look for any signs of things that need help and I may use a pendulum to see if any chakras are healthy, blocked or in flux. Once this is done, I will begin to give Reiki as described above. The end of the session will again be marked by the chiming of the singing bowl.
Reiki is best given in a series of therapies as the effects are cumulative.
It is also of vital importance to note that Reiki is a complimentary therapy, it is absolutely not a replacement for conventional medicine so if you suspect that there is something amiss, please visit a doctor.
*But what about Distance Reiki?*
Because Reiki accesses the Universal Life Energy, it can be sent to anyone, anywhere.
Distance Reiki sessions work best if you sit quietly whilst the Reiki is sent. We can then have a chat via text or a call to see how you are feeling.
Distance Reiki is good if you can't get out or are isolating, but in-person Reiki tends to work best as you get the full experience.
My mobile Reiki service will require a quiet space with no interruptions and enough room for the chair and space to move around it.
*Don't you say you're a witch? Why Reiki, then?*
I practiced intuitive healing for a long time and still do. I started learning about Reiki purely out of curiosity as I believe we can always know more. Then, when I learned more about it, I found that many of the key beliefs of Reiki aligned with my own. Also, as I tend to be a somewhat chaotic thinker, I found the structure of Reiki to be hugely beneficial to my practice as it gave order to my chaos (and I always wanted to be a Jedi and Reiki shares many principles with them 😆)
I completed my Reiki Practitioner training at the Goddess House in Glastonbury where I had a shamanic attunement and am very excited about applying that knowledge.
Hope to see you soon!
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