Reiki FAQ

Reiki is an ancient natural healing modality guided by Universal Life-Force Energy. Reiki’s roots are thought to stem from Tibet more than 3,000 years ago; resurfacing in the late 1800’s/early 1900’s in Japan.  Simply put Reiki translates to Rei (Universal or Spiritual) Ki (Life Force or Energy). This universal energy is the energy within/around all living “beings”, plants, animals, humans, microorganisms within the universe. We can not have life without “Reiki” flowing through us. This is the energy given to us by Source. You may associate “Source” with a term/identity that fills you spiritually/personally.

Reiki is a Holistic approach to life and wellness. It brings balance, harmony, and restores ease where there is "dis-ease" in our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies. One session can bring deep relaxation providing stress relief. While routine sessions can assist in deeply healing our being on a physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual level.  

• Reiki follows the same energetic/physical pathways as acupuncture or reflexology. 

• Reiki is non invasive; it can even be given without physical touch. 

• Reiki is safe for children or elderly. 

• Reiki complements traditional medical treatment. 

• Reiki can be sent distantly; transcending time and space. 

• Reiki can do no harm. 

• Reiki is pure unconditional love. 

What Reiki is Not.

• Reiki is not a religion and does not require certain beliefs to utilize. It only requires the willingness to receive and release. 

• Reiki is not only for when you feel sick or down. 

• Reiki is not a “cure all”- it is a healing tool; requiring the recipient to be open to receiving & willing to do their part.  

• Reiki is not a substitute for traditional medical treatment. 

We will never know which came first, the physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual imbalance. What we do know is our “beings” function as a whole. When there is "dis-ease" in one aspect, there is “dis-ease” in another. Let's look at systematic benefits.

• • Reduces stress; increases relaxation

  • Improves sleep

  • Supports Immune system

  • Reduces pain 

  • Improves healing/recovery time

  • Improves vital systems function. 

• • Promotes mental clarity

  • Improves memory

  • Increases focus

  • Widens perspective

• • Decreases anxiety

  • Increases self-love; self esteem

  • Promotes compassion for others; including the environment

  • Ability to live more fully in the now

• • Deeper spiritual connection 

  • Deeper trust in self and source larger than self

  • Feeling of support

Reiki is a truly individualized experience. There is no right or wrong way of receiving this healing. Take a deep breath, allow yourself to be open to the experience, set an intention, & see what occurs. If your mind starts wondering “ is it working?” or “ am I doing this correctly?”, come back to breathe.  Below is a list of sensations reported by clients. You may experience all, some, or none of these sensations. 

• Warm or cold sensations from practitioners' hands..

• Warm or cold sensations in specific body locations. 

• Tingling or vibration from practitioners hands. 

• Tingling or vibration in specific body locations. 

• Deep Relaxation ; Stillness; Peace

• Rejuvenated

• Reduced pain

• Feeling of being supported. 

Sessions can range from 20-90 minuets varying on practitioner preferences and the receivers personal need. Dani works with hour long sessions. 

• Drink plenty of water to continue to “detoxify”/ move energy. 

  • Bonus points for citrus; it is pure energy. 

• Allow yourself to rest. Your body is changing on a cellular level. 

• Have gratitude for the experience of Reiki

• Have gratitude for showing up for yourself.

• Journal or reflect on your experiences/growth/ with Reiki

• Enjoy the sensation of centeredness & share your light. 

Side effects are minimal and do not occur frequently. In the field we call this a healing crisis. Receiving Reiki can cause slight irritations that generally clear within 24 hours. Increasing water intake before and afterwards will reduce symptoms. Healing is occurring on a cellular level- just like a work out at the gym; our body requires adjustment periods. 

• Stuffy nose

• Slight pressure on center of forehead

• Sore muscles. 

I personally leave this up to the individual. Traditionally, patients were seen multiple times a day for 4 weeks for deep physical dis-ease. Four sessions has now become tradition for those looking to balance mind, body, and spirit. I have worked with clients weekly up to 6 months. I suggest the client navigate this based on their personal needs. 

In the scientific world what we call the energy body is referred to as the "bio-field" or " electromagnetic field".  Healing of this field through the use of Reiki or "healing touch" is being studied extensively through major universities and hospitals. 

The Center for Reiki Research is a non-profit steer heading these scientific studies. Let's take a look at an excerpt from one of their most recent case studies, below. You can access their website by clicking here

"At Harvard University, we conducted a largescale (N = 1411) pragmatic study of Reiki for physical and mental health symptoms, including but not limited to, pain, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and wellbeing. All symptoms were significantly improved following a single Reiki session. The article abstract can be found here. We are currently preparing the qualitative component of the study for publication. Qualitative analysis shows that a Reiki session corresponds to an experience of deep relaxation, perceptual changes, and a spiritual mystical experience. This research was presented at the INCAM 2020 conference. " 

There are over 1,000 Reiki Hospital Programs world wide. 

Listed below are 9 major hospitals within the United States that offer Reiki services to patients and/or staff.

•  Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital in New York 

• Memorial Sloane Kettering Hospital 

•  Hartford Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut 

• Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York 

• Marin General Hospital in Marin County, California 

• University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor 

• Johns Hopkins Medical Centers 

• Yale Hospitals ( New Haven and Cancer) 

• Duke Medical 

Sources: 

https://www.reiki.org/articles/reiki-hospitals

https://centerforreikiresearch.com/

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/cam/about/

https://www.ynhh.org/services/support-services/complementary-volunteer

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20621271/

Within the Usui Shiki Ryoho linage, training and attunement is passed down from Reiki Master Teacher to student. Traditionally, education consisted of knowledge passed down verbally followed by mentorship. As time has passed education has began to take written form, preserving teachings. These trainings require the student to implement self practice working with their teacher in various ways to gain understanding and experience. Throughout the training process the student undergoes a sacred initiation called "Attunement" . During the this process the teacher assist the student in opening their energy body and attuning their channel to the vibration of Reiki, allowing the student to be a clear vessel and channel of this divine practice. Without the attunement practice one is not able to channel Reiki. 

Dani received training and attunement of the first and second degree with Reiki Master Teacher, Katie Pifer of Lotus Healing, INC. in 2018; with Reiki Master & Teacher attunement following in 2019. 

Today, you may discover various ways of  receiving sessions, teachings and attunements. These opportunities may stem from your local "healer", schools or centers, or even a Reiki Master Teacher holding workshops at a festival.  The setting and prestige or lack of does not make one place better or lesser than the other. Where you receive from is not as important as from whom.  Since Reiki has such deep ancestral roots, you may find several cultures that practice a form of "laying of the hands" or "healing touch". While lines can be pure, they can also be blended. What matters most is you have a resonance with the practitioner or teacher and know they have your best interest at heart. 

Where can I receive Reiki Training? 

If you are called to study Reiki, I invite you to visit "courses". Here I take a unique approach to guiding one through their Reiki journey. You are able to study at your own pace, with space to connect with me directly for questions and guidance through scheduling "chats". Once you feel ready, one can schedule their attunement in person or virtually where we can connect further and hold the sacred attunement. Depending on individual need space is available for mentorship and guidance through continued schedule "chats" after attunement. It has been my absolute goal with this course to allow your individual journey to unfold, while providing support, and empowerment locally and globally. I would be honored to guide you through this part of your journey if you allow me. 

If you do not feel aligned with this type of training. I invite you to explore the community page where there is access to an abundant amount of beautiful practitioners and Reiki Master Teachers . This journey is all about what is in alignment for you.  

For any questions please refer to contact via email.