Reiki is the name given to profound form of healing developed by Dr. Mikao Usui who lived in Japan in the 19th century. The Japanese word “rei” means universal and “ki,” or “chi” in Chinese means Life Force Energy. There are two main types of Life Force Energy: external, which exists in plants, flowers, trees, rocks, minerals, and crystals, and internal, which runs through subtle pathways in the human body called meridians. {Meridians, incidentally, are the energy systems “tapped” in the process called Emotional Freedom Technique/EFT for short, otherwise known as “tapping.”} When these pathways are blocked or imbalanced due to stress or distress, emotional and/or physical illness can result.
Most holistic therapies (non-medical) therapies seek to help the mind and body rebalance and cleanse these internal energies, thereby promoting health and well-being. This is also why Reiki is sometimes considered a healing technique. Unlike massage, Reiki can be administered while the recipient is fully clothed via direct hands on, hands held above, or even from a distance.) I tend to combine hands-on and hands-above when treating clients I’m meeting for the first time whose personal histories are unknown to me, having learned do so as volunteer in health-care facilities. There is no disruption in the flow of energy when alternating techniques.
It is a common misconception that Reiki is associated with Eastern religions such as Buddhism and is thus incompatible with the Christian faith, although some recognize Reiki as synonymous with the practice of “laying on of hands” noted in the Bible. And whereas some practitioners as well as recipients have noticed enhanced spirituality as a result of Reiki, its peaceful healing potential extends beyond religious and cultural boundaries. Reiki IS most accurately described as an experiential phenomenon uniquely personal for each recipient yet completely universal.
Source: Vennells, David, 1999. Beginner’s Guide to Reiki, Fall River Press, publisher.
*Disclaimer: although some medical professionals in Western society are beginning to recognize the potential benefits of Reiki for stress and pain reduction, it is no way represented by Safe Haven Counseling Services as a replacement for routine medical care and/or a treatment for serious medical conditions. However there are some individuals who report physical healing as a result of improved emotional well-being through Reiki.
Reiki Classes
Reiki I teaches the Reiki “power symbol” for self-healing and begins the student’s practice of providing Reiki to others as student healer (not for pay). Total cost is $125 and is available in individual and/or group sessions.
Individual Reiki I classes may be taken at mutually available weekday or weekend times and/or in a Saturday all-day class, i.e. students may take the entire course in 2-3 individual sessions OR learn self-treatment individually and then join others for the afternoon segment of a group class for learning and practicing Reiki Care for others. Class certificates will be provided upon completion of course requirements.
Reiki II teaches two new symbols, building upon and further empowering students’ effectiveness treating others, including additional hand placements for specific ailments as well as Distance Reiki. Completion of Reiki II requirements confers the title of Reiki Practitioner and authorizes provision of paid Reiki healing to others. Total cost is $150.
Group classes are kept small: maximum size is 4 students to increase group cohesion, Q & A, and practice time. All students receive manuals with the complete course content and practice logs. Students bring sack lunches and are provided plenty of cold bottled water and healthy snacks. Symbols are shared from this Master/Teacher to each student via the process of “attunements” in a sacred space setting. Please feel free to read my blog “The Gift of Reiki” further on this website.
Reiki III and IV (Reiki Master and Teacher Training) meets in a Saturday- Sunday class with Sunday being of shorter duration. This level deepens the connection with and commitment to the practice of Reiki and ultimately prepares Reiki Practitioners to begin teaching their own students! Total cost of this group class is $450.
*** Students who commit to and complete all levels of instruction/training with me may do so for the total cost of $600, a savings of $125 which is applied to the Master/Teacher class!
A non-refundable deposit of 60% is due by two weeks before each scheduled class. For Reiki I the deposit is $75; for Reiki II it is $90.00, and for Reiki Master/Teacher it is $270 (or $195 deposit for those previously completing Reiki I and II with me.)
Certificates of completion for any previous Reiki training from other Reiki Master/Teachers is required when registering for Reiki II and/or Reiki III/IV.
Please feel free to contact me for any further info including class availability and scheduling. I so look forward to the honor of furthering your Reiki practice via instruction/training and mentoring!
Reiki Blessings!
Carol Wagner, LCSW, LCAC, Reiki Master/Teacher.