Reiki
About Reiki
Reiki is a gentle, hands-on (or hands-off) energy therapy that originated in Japan in the early 1900s, founded by Mikao Usui (臼井甕男). The word “Reiki” is often translated as universal life energy — a subtle, nourishing force that supports balance, restoration, and self-healing.
Reiki is not a cure in the Western medical sense. Instead, it works on the principle that energy flows through all living things, and that imbalances — physical, emotional, or energetic — can contribute to discomfort or illness. A Reiki therapist channels this energy through their hands, offering the body a chance to recalibrate, soften, and realign.
Some people feel warmth, tingling, or gentle waves of sensation during a session. Others simply feel very relaxed, or experience subtle shifts over time.
What to expect during a Reiki session
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You’ll remain fully clothed, resting comfortably on a massage table or seated, depending on what feels best for your body
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Reiki can be offered hands-on or entirely hands-off, making it suitable for those who prefer not to be touched — including people with a history of trauma, sensory sensitivity, or those who are simply more comfortable receiving clothed energy work
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I’ll place my hands lightly (or hover them) over various points of the body — often around the head, chest, belly, arms and legs — working with your unique energy field and needs that day
Sessions typically last between 30 to 70 minutes, guided intuitively rather than fixed by the clock.
Who Reiki is for
Reiki can be helpful if you are:
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Experiencing stress, anxiety, or burnout
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Living with chronic illness or fatigue
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Seeking emotional regulation or a greater sense of grounding
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In recovery from trauma or dissociation
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Craving a gentle, non-verbal approach to healing
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Curious about energy work or spiritual practices
You don’t need to “believe” in Reiki for you to benefit from the session. This practice meets you exactly where you are — whether you’re deeply spiritual, highly sceptical, or somewhere in between.
My training and lineage
I am trained in the Usui Reiki method to Level II — the original lineage developed by Mikao Usui — and my training traces back to Hawayo Takata, who played a key role in bringing Reiki from Japan to the Western world.
While Reiki training in the West often differs from the traditional teachings still found in Japan, it’s widely accepted that no single lineage or technique is inherently superior. The quality of Reiki energy remains constant — shaped more by the intention, presence, and ethics of the practitioner than by the style of training.
My approach to Reiki is grounded in respect for its Japanese origins, while also being trauma-informed, client-led, and integrated with my wider bodywork practice.
Combining Reiki with other therapies
Upon request, I can combining Reiki with bodywork or somatics.
You can learn more about Reiki and what to expect on my FAQs page.