Reiki energy comes from the Higher Power, which exists on a higher dimension than the physical world we are familiar with. When viewed clairvoyantly, Reiki energy appears to come down from above and to enter the top of the practitioners head after which if flows through the body and out the hands. It appears to flow this way because of our perspective. However, the true source of Reiki energy is within ourselves. This does not mean that we use our personal energy when we do Reiki, but that the energy is coming from a transcendental part of ourselves that is connected to an infinite supply of healing energy.

Although Reiki energy is spiritual in nature, Reiki is not a religion. Practitioners are not asked to change any religious or spiritual beliefs they may have. They are free to continue believing anything they choose and are encouraged to make their own decisions concerning the nature of their religious practices.

In a standard treatment Reiki energy flows from the practitioners hands into the recipient. The recipient is usually lying on a flat surface but treatments can also be given while the recipient is seated or even standing. The recipient remains fully clothed. The practitioner places her/his hands on or near the recipient’s body in a series of hand positions. These include positions around the head and shoulders, the stomach, and feet. Other, more specific positions may be used based on the recipient’s needs. Each position is held for three to ten minutes depending on how much Reiki the recipient needs at each position. The whole procedure usually requires something between 45 and 90 minutes.

What one experiences during a Reiki treatment varies somewhat from person to person. However, feelings of deep relaxation are usually felt by all. In addition, many feel a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and surrounds them. As the Reiki energy encourages one to let go of all tension, anxiety, fear or other negative feelings a state of peace and well-being is experienced. Some drift off to sleep or report floating outside their bodies or have visions and other mystical experiences. At the end of the treatment, one feels refreshed with a more positive, balanced outlook.

Reiki has had a positive affect on all forms of illness and negative conditions. This includes minor things like head or stomach aches, bee stings, colds, flu, tension and anxiety as well as serious illness like heart disease, cancer, leukemia, etc. This treatment has no side effects. In fact, Reiki has been known to reduce the negative effects of chemotherapy, post operative pain and depression as well as improving the healing rate and reducing the time needed to stay in the hospital. Reiki always helps and in some cases people have experienced complete healings which have been confirmed by medical tests before and after the Reiki treatments. However, while some have experienced miracles, they cannot be guaranteed. Stress reduction with some improvement in ones physical and psychological conditions are what matters the most.

No. Reiki works in conjunction with regular medical or psychological treatment. If one has a medical or psychological condition, it is recommended that one see a licensed health care professional in addition to receiving Reiki treatments. Reiki energy works in harmony with all other forms of healing, including drugs, surgery, psychological care or any other method of alternative care and will improve the results.

Reiki is a very simple technique to learn and is not dependent on one having any prior experience with healing, meditation or any other kind of training. Every person is born with inner energy of Reiki, what we learn is how to use it. It has been successfully learned by over one million people from all walks of life, both young an old. The ability to do Reiki is through a process called attunement that takes place during a Reiki class. During Attunement the life force energy that comes to us from the universe is channeled through the four out of seven chakras that human body has. After receiving the Attunement, the person has the ability to control & transfer his inner energy to another living being.

The class can be one or two days long, but it is recommend that the minimum time necessary be at least six to seven hours.

Yes, once you have received the attunement, you can treat yourself as well as others. This is one of the unique features of Reiki.

Yes, in Reiki second Degree workshop, you are given three Reiki symbols. These symbols are empowered by the Reiki second Attunement. One of these symbols is for distant healing. By using a picture of the person you would like to send Reiki to or by writing the person’s name on a piece of paper or simply by thinking of the person and also activating the distant symbol, you can send Reiki to them no matter where they are. They could be hundreds of miles away, but it makes no difference. The Reiki energy will go to them and treat them.

In the Usui/Tibetan system of Reiki taught by the Center, there are four levels. These include First Degree, Second Degree, Third A (Master Healer) & Third B (Master).

When giving a Reiki treatment, the Reiki energy flows through the practitioner before leaving the hands and flowing into the client. Because of this, the practitioner receives a treatment also. As the Reiki energy flows through the practitioner, she/he will feel more relaxed and uplifted. Spiritual experiences sometimes take place. The practitioner sometimes receives insights about what the recipient needs to know to heal more deeply.

Yes, provided that the child is old enough to understand what Reiki is and he or she is curious about it.

Since Reiki is guided by the Higher Power, the Reiki energy will know the condition of the client or student and adjust appropriately. Reiki can only do good. Many pregnant women have received treatments with great benefit to them and their unborn child. It has also been used during child birth. Pregnant women have also taken the Reiki training and received the Reiki attunement with beneficial results.

It is very healthy for them. Do not worry about it being too strong. Reiki automatically adjusts to what the baby needs.

Animals have a natural understanding of what Reiki is and its benefits. Animals are more responsive to affection that involves touching them. Plants also respond well to Reiki.

No, since there are no medicines or herbs involved, there are no side effects of this treatment.   

cost of treatment depends on healers.

There are no governmental licensing programs at this time.

Once you receive a Reiki attunement, it will last your whole life.