About Reiki

Image showing the Japanese characters that translate to Reiki.

Rei | Ki

Rei: Spirit, soul, higher knowledge. Divine being, spiritual wisdom.
Ki: Life energy within and around us. Vital life force energy.

These Japanese characters combine as Reiki to mean the concept of spiritually guided universal life force energy.

Reiki as Energetic Medicine

Reiki is defined as a gentle healing method that promotes relaxation. It promotes balance and harmony within the body, mind, and spirit. Reiki energy moves through the practitioner to the recipient. The energy is directed wherever it is needed with the support of the practitioner.

Reiki is a non-invasive practice in which the practitioner places their hands on the recipient in specific patterns. The recipient is fully-clothed and is typically laying down or seated.

Reiki was founded by Dr. Mikao Usui in Japan. It is not based in any religious belief system. It is a complementary practice to medical and therapeutic techniques.

Benefits of Reiki

Stress relief Supporting the body’s natural healing system
Pain relief Balancing the chakra system
Restoring energy Supporting the body’s endocrine system
Strengthening the immune system Releases negativity and unwanted patterns

Just for today, I will not be angry.
Just for today, I will not worry.
Just for today, I will be grateful.
Just for today, I will do my work honestly.
Just for today, I will be kind to every living thing.

The Five Reiki Principles, reiki.org

Testimonials

My reiki session with Monica was amazing! I came in with limited knowledge but with an open mind. She immediately made me feel comfortable by explaining what would happen throughout our session and explaining the purpose of the different crystals she was using. I didn’t expect to feel the gentle pull/flow of my energy as she worked through the top half of my body, that was such a beautiful experience. As she made her way to my hips, I did feel some resistance and anxiety arise. This was a bit uncomfortable but Monica made sure to spend extra time together time on my feet to ground me. After the session I felt lighter, both emotionally and physically. The lovely Monica provided me the opportunity to debrief and process with her everything I felt during the session. I appreciate her care and would 10/10 recommend anyone have a reiki session with her! -Karla V, CA