REIKI - ACCELERATE HEALING IN THE BODY AND BRING INCREASED HARMONY TO THE  MIND AND EMOTIONS.    Anita Childs is a Reiki master and UK Reiki Federation Teacher Member.  Some people choose to go a step beyond having Reiki treatment and learn it for themselves. You can read a testimonial from a happy student at the bottom of this page.

Reiki (pronounced ' raykee') is a Japanese word meaning spiritual (or universal) energy.

The knowledge that an unseen energy flows through all livinging things and is directly connected to the quality of our health has been part of wisdom of many cultures since ancient times.

Eastern medicine has always recognised and worked with this energy, known as 'ki' in Japan.

Reiki stems from a system created in the latter half of the nineteenth century in Japan by Usui Mikao.

Reiki is a healing energy activated by intention. It is widely used throughout the world to promote health and personal development.

Reiki treats the whole person, gently bringing you towards total health by harmonising the mind, emotions and accelerating healing in the physical body.

Whenever we experience a painful emotion, an event we find distressing or uncomfortable or physical pain, this can become locked inside our bodies and illness can occur.

Through it's balancing and strengthening qualities, Reiki promotes the body's ability to heal itself, removing energy blockages and reintroducing harmony, balance and a sense of well being.

Reiki is a gentle yet powerful complementary therapy that may be used with confidence alongside orthodox healthcare.

Reiki can help with the healing of cuts, burns, injuries from sports, stress and emotional problems, post operative recovery and is beneficial for enhancing our life's journey from the cradle to the grave, whether we are experiencing health problems or not.

Reiki can help us to maintain good health.

It can also increase our intuitive and creative abilities.

Reiki is not an alternative to conventional medicine and does not include diagnoses of conditions.

You should therefore always consult a GP about acute or infectious conditions and health concerns.

Reiki is not a religion and is available safely for all.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A REIKI SESSION?

As a therapeutic trearment, Reiki usually lasts about an hour and is carried out in a comfortable, peaceful environment (see illustration above). You will usually be lying down although Reiki can also be received in a seated position when this is more convenient or appropriate.

You will not need to remove your clothing as Reiki passes through clothes, blankets and even plaster casts.

As the practitioner's hands are placed in various positions on or near your body you will automatically draw as much energy as you need, using it in whatever way is appropriate at the time.

Reiki may be experienced as a feeling of peace, a flow of energy, mild tingling, warmth, coolness or other sensations. Each session can be experienced differently as the process of healing continues.

Reiki is deeply relaxing and profoundly calming. This is why it is particularly effective in relieving stress.

The benefits of Reiki treatment are enhanced if you can rest for a while afterwards and drink plenty of water to help your body carry out the cleansing process that Reiki has activated.

Be responsive to your body's needs Rest if you are tired. This will allow the energy to continue working in the days following your treatment.

One session of Reiki can make a difference. For some conditions, a course may be more effective as the benefits can build up over time.

HOW MUCH? One hour of Reiki - £30. There are special rates for pensioners and students. When six appointments are booked in advance and attended, the seventh treatment is free.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING ATTUNED TO REIKI? READ MY LATEST TESTIMONIAL,    JUNE 09:

Dear Anita

Wow! I'm doing a treatment on myself most days now. My fingers are 'alive' and tingling or throbbing. My feet also gets very 'tingly'. I can feel heat from flowers and leaves, stones and shells. My arthritic fingers are much better - not so stiff in the mornings...

I've used Hatsurei-Ho several times but haven't treated anyone else. I can't believe how quickly the time passes when I'm calmer, less of a worrier and my digestion has improved. The book you gave me is very helpful and I certainly feel that I have to relax and 'let go' to allow the Reiki to flow. So, many thanks and best wishes, R ( North Norfolk)