Reiki is the universal or life energy found in all living things. It can help guide us onto and along a pathway that leads to peace of mind within ourselves and the world we live in. It has wonderful healing properties an works on the physical, emotional and spiritual levels.

Reiki is a simple system of spiritual development that brings healing to all aspects of the mind, body and spirit and this has led to a form of hands-on treatment. It is based upon the research, findings and teachings of Mikao Usui, a Japanese Tendai monk, philosopher and healer.

Reiki transcends all religious boundaries. Usui, its founder, was a Tendai Buddhist and had been studying many different energy systems as well as martial arts. One of his successors, Chujiro Hayashi, was a devout Christian. Now a whole host of different people and cultures are taking advantage of the numerous benefits Reiki offers.

Reiki is of oriental origin and involves the channelling of natural life energies that are akin to Feng Shui, Acupuncture and Tai Chi. It is something that can be shared or, once attuned, practised alone.

An attuned or empowered Reiki practitioner can channel these spiritual, natural energies (known as Chi in China and Ki in Japan) for the benefit and invigoration of the recipient. Usually this is achieved through a hands-on treatment but, if preferred, can be carried out without physical contact.

Reiki often generates a feeling of deep relaxation and peace. Though the energy can feel different, most people will feel deep relaxation that is on-going after a treatment.