About Us
Jackie has been in the business of Reiki for several years. She offers Reiki services for adults, children and animals. Jackie has treated over hundreds of people during this period of time. She combines four other energy healing services with Reiki whenever guided by her guides.
Reiki: The Healing Energy of the Body and Mind
Reiki is a form of alternative therapy that originated in Japan in the early 20th century. It is based on the belief that an unseen “life force energy” flows through all living beings and plays a crucial role in health and well-being. The word “Reiki” itself is derived from two Japanese words: “Rei,” meaning “universal” or “spiritual,” and “Ki,” meaning “life force energy.” Reiki is the practice of channeling this life force energy to promote healing and balance in the body, mind, and spirit.
The Origins of Reiki
Reiki was developed by Dr. Mikao Usui, a Japanese Buddhist monk, in the early 1900s. He sought to rediscover the ancient healing techniques of the Buddha and other spiritual traditions. After years of research, meditation, and fasting on Mount Kurama, Usui is said to have received the ability to heal through the hands, which he referred to as Reiki. His system of healing emphasized the importance of living in harmony with oneself and others, in both body and spirit.
How Reiki Works
At the core of Reiki is the belief that life force energy flows through all living things. When this energy becomes blocked, imbalanced, or depleted, it can lead to physical or emotional distress. Reiki practitioners believe that by using their hands to channel the energy, they can restore balance and unblock energy pathways in the body, facilitating the healing process.
Reiki treatments involve a practitioner placing their hands lightly on or just above the recipient’s body in specific positions. The recipient is fully clothed during a Reiki session, and the process is generally non-invasive and relaxing. Practitioners claim that this energy flows through them and into the person receiving the treatment, encouraging their body’s natural healing mechanisms to activate and balance energy.
Benefits of Reiki
People who receive Reiki report a variety of positive effects. Some of the benefits include:
Stress, Anxiety and Depression Reduction
The calming effect of Reiki helps reduce stress and anxiety levels, allowing the recipient to feel more at ease. Reiki can be beneficial to clients with depression. One of the benefits of Reiki sessions for depressed clients include a better sense of mental and physical balance.
Pain Management
Reiki is often used as a complementary therapy for pain relief, especially in chronic conditions like arthritis, migraines, and fibromyalgia.
Emotional Healing
Reiki can help individuals process emotions, release mental blockages, and bring emotional balance. It is particularly beneficial for those dealing with grief, trauma, or emotional wounds.
Improved Sleep
Many recipients experience better sleep patterns after receiving Reiki sessions due to its relaxing effects.
Enhanced Overall Well-being
Reiki is believed to increase energy levels and promote a sense of inner peace and harmony. It may also help with physical health by supporting the body’s immune system and encouraging detoxification.