Guidance for Choosing A Reiki Practitioner
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Finding a Reiki practitioner who you feel comfortable with is a personal process, so while The Reiki Association can put you in touch with a practitioner it is up to you to decide whether s/he is suitable for you. We offer the following guidance so that you know what to expect and to help you find some-one suitable.
Please remember that membership of The Reiki Association is not an accreditation, so any referral made is informal and not a recommendation.
WHAT TRAINING WILL THE PRACTITIONER HAVE HAD?
At present there is no training for becoming a professional Reiki Practitioner. However the person will have done at least First Degree Reiki. It is hard to quantify what makes a 'good' Reiki practitioner but it is important that the person treating you uses Reiki on a regular basis, including treating themselves. A good Reiki practitioner is not necessarily one with the highest degree or level of training. Reiki becomes stronger the more a person uses it, so a First Degree practitioner who uses Reiki daily may be able to give a more powerful treatment than a Reiki master who does not use Reiki regularly.
HOW DO I CHOOSE A PRACTITIONER?
We suggest you have a chat with the practitioner before you book a session either on the phone or arrange to meet him/her so that you can get a personal impression of him/her. Ask her/him about her/his own journey with Reiki. How long has s/he been doing Reiki? Why was s/he drawn to do Reiki? Who did s/he learn with? You could also talk to others who have had a Reiki session with the practitioner, but ultimately trust your own heart. If you feel happy with the practitioner after speaking on the phone, book a session and then see how you feel at the end of it. If you're not sure then it may be worth trying someone else. Reiki practitioners should do their best to make the Reiki treatment a comfortable experience. Trust your intuition and if you do not feel comfortable with the practitioner, don't be afraid to look further.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING A TREATMENT?
The practitioner will usually give a short explanation of what the treatment involves and ask for some details about you, which may include a short medical history. If no explanation is given don't be afraid to ask what is involved. You will be asked to lie (or sit if this is easier for you) as comfortably as possible. You will not be asked to remove any clothing except for anything which may restrict your breathing or comfort, such as out- door clothing, shoes, spectacles or contact lenses. This is so that you can feel comfortable and relaxed during the treatment. Reiki will go through clothing, blankets or even a plaster cast if necessary!
Treatment is given by the practitioner placing her/his hands gently on your body in a pre- determined sequence of hand positions, which are non-intrusive and cover both the front and back of the body. The hand positions are sometimes varied to give Reiki to areas where it is needed that are not covered by the usual hand positions. If you find any of the hand positions uncomfortable don't be afraid to tell the practitioner so.
The practitioner's touch should be gentle, light and comfortable, although sometimes people experience intense heat from the practitioner's hands. There is no massage or manipulation. You may feel sensations under the practitioners' hands or in other parts of your body. You may feel heat, tingling, coolness, throbbing or other sensations. You may feel very little, although many people experience a sense of well being and relaxation - some even fall asleep! Sometimes a treatment can be energising: there is no right or wrong way to experience Reiki.
The practitioner will spend several minutes holding each position, the whole treatment lasting at least 1 hour.
WILL THE PRACTITIONER DIAGNOSE WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME?
Reiki practitioners are not trained in diagnosis and will not offer any diagnosis, prognosis or advice. If you are concerned about symptoms you should see your doctor.
HOW WILL I FEEL AFTER THE TREATMENT?
Most people feel very relaxed and at peace after Reiki treatments, although Reiki can also stir up emotions as part of the healing process. You may feel tired, but sometimes full of energy. Some people also experience a healing reaction, such as headaches, cold or flu-like symptoms. These symptoms are normally of short duration. If you are concerned about a reaction to a treatment talk to your practitioner, who should be able to reassure you.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
This varies from person to person. In general most problems will take time to heal - healing with Reiki is a process rather than an event. In general acute problems heal faster than chronic ones. If your problem is of long standing it may require treatments over a longer period of time. Your Reiki practitioner may suggest that you have a number of treatments close together or 4 treatments on 4 consecutive days. However, while a Reiki practitioner may suggest how treatments should be spaced and encourage you to continue, you should feel free to make the decision about what treatment you wish to receive. You are ultimately responsible for your health and well being.
HOW MUCH WILL A TREATMENT COST?
The cost of Reiki treatments is usually comparable to many complementary therapies (such as Massage, Reflexology, Aromatherapy) in your area. Some Reiki practitioners are happy to be flexible about the fee and some may be willing to discuss other forms of energy exchange (or barter). What is important to Reiki practitioners is that something is given in exchange for the treatment.
We wish you well on your journey with Reiki.
Please remember that membership of The Reiki Association is not an accreditation, so any referral made is informal and not a recommendation.
WHAT TRAINING WILL THE PRACTITIONER HAVE HAD?
At present there is no training for becoming a professional Reiki Practitioner. However the person will have done at least First Degree Reiki. It is hard to quantify what makes a 'good' Reiki practitioner but it is important that the person treating you uses Reiki on a regular basis, including treating themselves. A good Reiki practitioner is not necessarily one with the highest degree or level of training. Reiki becomes stronger the more a person uses it, so a First Degree practitioner who uses Reiki daily may be able to give a more powerful treatment than a Reiki master who does not use Reiki regularly.
HOW DO I CHOOSE A PRACTITIONER?
We suggest you have a chat with the practitioner before you book a session either on the phone or arrange to meet him/her so that you can get a personal impression of him/her. Ask her/him about her/his own journey with Reiki. How long has s/he been doing Reiki? Why was s/he drawn to do Reiki? Who did s/he learn with? You could also talk to others who have had a Reiki session with the practitioner, but ultimately trust your own heart. If you feel happy with the practitioner after speaking on the phone, book a session and then see how you feel at the end of it. If you're not sure then it may be worth trying someone else. Reiki practitioners should do their best to make the Reiki treatment a comfortable experience. Trust your intuition and if you do not feel comfortable with the practitioner, don't be afraid to look further.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING A TREATMENT?
The practitioner will usually give a short explanation of what the treatment involves and ask for some details about you, which may include a short medical history. If no explanation is given don't be afraid to ask what is involved. You will be asked to lie (or sit if this is easier for you) as comfortably as possible. You will not be asked to remove any clothing except for anything which may restrict your breathing or comfort, such as out- door clothing, shoes, spectacles or contact lenses. This is so that you can feel comfortable and relaxed during the treatment. Reiki will go through clothing, blankets or even a plaster cast if necessary!
Treatment is given by the practitioner placing her/his hands gently on your body in a pre- determined sequence of hand positions, which are non-intrusive and cover both the front and back of the body. The hand positions are sometimes varied to give Reiki to areas where it is needed that are not covered by the usual hand positions. If you find any of the hand positions uncomfortable don't be afraid to tell the practitioner so.
The practitioner's touch should be gentle, light and comfortable, although sometimes people experience intense heat from the practitioner's hands. There is no massage or manipulation. You may feel sensations under the practitioners' hands or in other parts of your body. You may feel heat, tingling, coolness, throbbing or other sensations. You may feel very little, although many people experience a sense of well being and relaxation - some even fall asleep! Sometimes a treatment can be energising: there is no right or wrong way to experience Reiki.
The practitioner will spend several minutes holding each position, the whole treatment lasting at least 1 hour.
WILL THE PRACTITIONER DIAGNOSE WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME?
Reiki practitioners are not trained in diagnosis and will not offer any diagnosis, prognosis or advice. If you are concerned about symptoms you should see your doctor.
HOW WILL I FEEL AFTER THE TREATMENT?
Most people feel very relaxed and at peace after Reiki treatments, although Reiki can also stir up emotions as part of the healing process. You may feel tired, but sometimes full of energy. Some people also experience a healing reaction, such as headaches, cold or flu-like symptoms. These symptoms are normally of short duration. If you are concerned about a reaction to a treatment talk to your practitioner, who should be able to reassure you.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
This varies from person to person. In general most problems will take time to heal - healing with Reiki is a process rather than an event. In general acute problems heal faster than chronic ones. If your problem is of long standing it may require treatments over a longer period of time. Your Reiki practitioner may suggest that you have a number of treatments close together or 4 treatments on 4 consecutive days. However, while a Reiki practitioner may suggest how treatments should be spaced and encourage you to continue, you should feel free to make the decision about what treatment you wish to receive. You are ultimately responsible for your health and well being.
HOW MUCH WILL A TREATMENT COST?
The cost of Reiki treatments is usually comparable to many complementary therapies (such as Massage, Reflexology, Aromatherapy) in your area. Some Reiki practitioners are happy to be flexible about the fee and some may be willing to discuss other forms of energy exchange (or barter). What is important to Reiki practitioners is that something is given in exchange for the treatment.
We wish you well on your journey with Reiki.
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