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What is Reiki?

Essentially, "Reiki" (Ray-Key) is a term used to refer to a system of healing and

 self-development created by Mikao Usui, in Japan in the early part of the 20th Century.

While the system has been influenced by spiritual and therapeutic discipline, Reiki itself has no specific religious affiliation.

Reiki - a gentle therapy

Reiki is a gentle, yet profound, non-invasive therapy, which can facilitate stress-reduction

 and relaxation, support effective immune-system function, 

enhance the body's self-healing mechanisms, and replenish and nurture vitality.

Reiki can be effectively used in combination with other therapies - both allopathic and 'alternative' - and has been shown to effectively stimulate the relaxation response.

It can prove beneficial in the resolving of physical disorders, nervous conditions and emotional issues, and help nurture a greater sense of balance, well being, and wholeness in ones life.

Reiki - Receiving Treatment

The person receiving Reiki treatment remains fully clothed, and sits in a chair, or reclines on a therapy couch - whichever is most comfortable. 

The Reiki session usually lasts between 45 minutes and I hour, during which time, the recipient 

may experience heat, or become aware of tingling or pulsing sensations,

 as the healing Reiki energy radiates from the therapist's hands and 

begins to effect positive change, and restore balance,

 throughout the recipient's whole being.