Reiki (pronounced Ray-kee and meaning universal energy or universal life force) is an ancient energy therapy which treats the whole person and the cause of the problems, not just the symptoms. But you don't have to be ill to benefit from Reiki; it can just be very relaxing. It is non-intrusive, the client remains fully clothed throughout and can either sit or lie down on a therapy couch. Soft music plays in the background to help you relax - it is not unknown for clients to fall asleep! The practitioner is the channel for the Reiki energy and by using various hand positions gently on or just above the client's body, the Reiki energy naturally helps the body to heal itself. You may feel some heat from the practitioner's hands or a slight tingling sensation as the energy moves around the body - all very relaxing.

Reiki can be likened to having an object that needs several batteries to make it work; the energy or power to that object is only as good as the weakest battery. The body works in a similar way, i.e. if there are blockages in the energy centres (chakras), or the chakras are not balanced and working together, the energy does not flow effectively through the body – the body then doesn't function as well as it could because the ‘batteries are low'. All living things have their own energy and Reiki energy helps the body to work at its full potential.

Reiki works on physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels and can help to:

	assist our body to heal itself naturally
	relieve aches and pains
	calm the mind - bringing balance, peace and harmony to mind, body and spirit
	increase energy levels
	regain inner strength and confidence, to cope better with everyday life
	release old emotions, enabling us to move on
	develop positive attitude
	promote a deep sense of well being
	improve sleep

Reiki can be used alongside conventional medicines and other holistic therapies; it has no side effects and is suitable for all ages.

Combining colour with Reiki, and the healing qualities of crystals, provides the client with a wonderfully powerful but gentle combination of healing therapies

You do not need to have any particular beliefs to have a Reiki treatment, just the desire to relax and/or be healed.

Reiki Workshops

Reiki Workshops are available if you would like to learn more about Reiki and discover for yourself the wonderful benefits of this natural healing therapy. The Workshops are small in number, making the experience friendly, relaxing and very enjoyable. Please contact me for dates of the Workshops.