Typical Treatment
The Basics of a treatment
It involves the manipulation of the energy field around and within the body to aid in healing -as well as touch therapy through various hand positions on or above the body.
Clients enter a relaxed, meditative state for the treatment, during which a variety of physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual issues are eased.
Before we start
On your first visit I will have you fill out a Client Information Form and for subsequent visits, we will briefly discuss how your health has been after your last treatment.
I will then have you pick out a cd mix for your treatment. I have a variety of nature sounds, cultural, and instrumental mixes. Or if you prefer I can choose for you. Some people resonate with certain sounds and it helps them heal at a faster rate.
I'll then have you take off your shoes. You may want to bring warm socks or slippers. If you prefer to go barefoot, I don't mind.
After that I will have you lie down, get comfortable, and close your eyes. If you tend to get cold easily, let me know and I will offer you a blanket. During a body treatment a person's body temperature will often increase or decrease.
The Treatment
I make certain that it's all right for me to place my hands on you. Respectful of privacy, I do not place my hands on sensitive areas. I will, however, place my hands above that area to work.
If you do not wish me to touch you or if there is an area I cannot touch because of various health reasons - I can still send Reiki by placing my hands several inches above the area. You may feel my hands even though I'm not touching you.
I will start by scanning my hand over your body to determine where I will work first. I will normally start at your head, over your eyes; unless there is another condition that calls my attention or unless you're in pain somewhere.
Typically a client will remain quiet during a treatment or may even fall asleep. That is normal. However, if you wish to talk quietly with me during the treatment that's fine. Most remain conscious with their eyes closed during the treatment and inwardly record their sensations. I may even ask you questions during the treatment if I intuitively pick up on something.
If something is ailing you during the treatment, please let me know.
I work from the head all the way down to the feet, spending time on each area as necessary. I will also be pulling out any negative energy or blockages - so you may perceive the sensation of movement.
When I am finished, I will seal the treatment and gently bring you back to end the treatment.
The Use of Crystals
With a client's permission, I will see if it's all right to use crystals in your treatment. I place them on and around your body or use them with the energy.
I highly recommend their use.
Crystals, gems, and stones possess energies that resonate with your chakras (the energy centers of your body). They also store and amplify the Reiki healing energy. I also use them to balance energies and to ground.
Each crystal has their own vibration and will let me know where they want to go to work on an issue or energy blockage.
If any of the crystals irritate your energy, do let me know. It sometimes can have dizzying effects on highly sensitive people, until they are used to that type of vibrational energy. This happens rarely, but it's always good to keep in mind.
I cleanse and charge my crystals after each treatment.
After the treatment
When we're finished I'll have to gently sit up and we will discuss your treatment (what I worked on, what you felt, etc).
You may feel thirsty afterwards, so do not hesitate to ask for a drink of water. I recommend bringing your own water bottle.
Payment will be made at the end of the treatment.
If you wish to schedule another treatment, we can do so or you can contact me at a later date.
Keep in touch with me about your progress and do not hesitate to contact me - I prefer email, but will get back to you if you leave a telephone message.
Healing Adjustment
After the treatment you may feel the symptoms of a 'healing adjustment', such as: increased elimination, a brief recurrence of symptoms, a runny nose, fatigue, pains in the body, a cold, headache, etc. Or negative feelings they haven't felt in a long time will come to the surface or some may even cry for seemingly no reason.
This is part of your recovery as you enter a deeper healed state.
If you have been in a weakened, sick, or toxic condition - then your body has not been operating at its optimal health. The body tends to release the toxins through the liver, bowels, kidneys, and skin. The bodily systems which have been overcompensating for weak or sick organs operate at higher levels of efficiency. In the same way that a muscle that hasn't been exercised in a while will feel sore at first, it will get used to the exercise. In the same way your body's organs and energy may be sore at first, but will adjust to the healthier way of functioning and will be stronger because of it.
Also, any emotional issues that come up are rising to the surface and by getting them out - you are healing more than you ever thought possible.
It does not happen for everyone, but do keep the above in mind and that it is a normal healing process. It usually does not last more than a few weeks at the most.
Be sure to drink lots of water, get more rest, and take some time for you.
