If you are carrying chronic stress, struggling to switch off, or recovering from a demanding season of life, energy healing offers a gentle, hands-on-or-off way to settle the body and mind. Our Reiki sessions, in both the Usui and Holy Fire traditions, are a calm and unhurried complement to our massage therapies.
What is energy healing?
Reiki is a Japanese energy practice in which the practitioner uses light touch, or hands held just above the body, to promote deep relaxation and a sense of balance. It is not a massage and involves no manipulation of muscle or tissue. Sessions are quiet, restful and fully clothed.
We offer two traditions. Usui Reiki is the classical form, grounded and meditative, and is the foundation of the practice. Holy Fire Reiki is a more recent evolution of Usui, often described as warmer and more intense, and some clients find it especially useful during periods of change or emotional heaviness. If you are unsure which suits you, tell us a little about what you are looking for and we will guide you.
During a session, you will lie comfortably on the table, fully clothed and covered with a blanket if you like. Your practitioner will check in briefly about how you are feeling, then work through the body in a quiet, steady sequence. Most clients sit with their eyes closed and let go. Some fall asleep. There is nothing you need to do or believe for the session to work.
What are the benefits of energy healing?
Clients most often come to us for relaxation and stress relief. Many report feeling calmer, lighter and more present afterward, with better sleep and less tension carried in the body. Because the work is so gentle, it suits people who are sensitive to touch, recovering from injury, or who find deeper pressure uncomfortable.
Energy healing pairs well with the rest of what we do. Some clients book it alongside a deep tissue or sports massage to round out a recovery plan, while others come on its own as a reset between busy weeks. Research on Reiki is still developing, and it is offered as a complementary practice, not a substitute for medical care.
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Whether you are a longtime Reiki practitioner looking for a trusted place to receive, or you are simply curious and want a calm hour for yourself, you are welcome here. Get in touch to book a session.