Reiki (pronounced Ray-Key, meaning "spiritually guided universal life force energy") is a system of healing developed by Mikao Usui in Japan in the early 20th century.

Central to Reiki is the belief that we live in a world of energy, or Ki, which nourishes and sustains all living things. When this energy flows freely, there is balance and harmony in and around us and we experience a sense of well-being. When this life force energy is low, we are more likely to become ill or experience stress. Reiki works to bring us into balance and is therefore believed to enhance the body's natural ability to heal itself on all levels, whether physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. It is a tradition open to all belief systems.

The Reiki practitioner channels natural energy through their hands into the recipient, fine-tuning their energy field to a higher vibrational level, activating the body's natural healing processes and restoring well-being. The recipient's body draws the energy to where it is most needed.

The most common way to receive Reiki is for the recipient to lie fully clothed, with shoes off, on a therapy table while the practitioner moves around, placing the hands gently on the body on or near the body. There's no massage or manipulation, and the whole person is treated rather than specific symptoms.

Reiki sessions are extremely calming and relaxing. They help with deep-seated physical and emotional problems, relieve symptoms of illness and promote a sense of peace and balance. During a session, the recipient typically enters a deep state of relaxation and often drifts off to sleep. He or she may experience physical sensations such as warmth, coolness, a light breeze or a slight tingling sensation. After a session, clients generally feel calm, centred, uplifted and secure, and can often gain insights into how to deal with their problems.

Reiki treatments are safe, gentle and non-invasive. They're suitable for people of all ages, including babies, pregnant women, the frail and elderly, as well as those taking medication or recovering from surgery.

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Reiki sessions last approximately 1 hour 15 minutes and cost £60.