Jennifer Platt

When people first encounter Reiki, it is often through receiving a treatment. They may have experienced the quiet relaxation of lying on a treatment couch while a practitioner places their hands gently on the body. So, when someone thinks about learning Reiki, it is understandable that they might imagine they are simply learning how to give that treatment to somebody else. But there is much more to it than that. Reiki is a practice that can become part of everyday life — something we continue...

Many people are surprised to discover that there are different styles and approaches to Reiki. If you are thinking about learning Reiki, it can be difficult to know where to begin. A search online can bring up many different names, courses and approaches, all described as Reiki. So why are there so many, and does it matter which one you choose? From Japan to the West Reiki has its roots in Japan. As we follow its history and its journey from Japan to the West, we can see how the way Reiki...

One of the most common concerns I hear - from both clients and Reiki practitioners - centres around a simple but surpisingly powerful statement: "I didn't feel anything." This reaction often creates unnecessary doubt, yet it reflects a completely normal aspect of Reiki treatment. I'd like to share a story that mirrors an experience many practitioners quietly encounter, particularly in the early stages of practice. A practitioner once came to me for a session after being away from Reiki for...