What is Reiki?

Reiki is a non-invasive, non-manipulative method that promotes balance in mind, body, and spirit. A relaxing, meditative experience that can allow the body the space and resources it needs to help facilitate healing. It has been used to help relieve physical pain, caused by injury, stress, anger or worry. It can promote healing and proper flow of the nervous system. Healing is to make whole, whatever that may mean to you, it is an individual thing. So the idea of Reiki is simple, yet complex

It is completely safe in combination with other therapies. Reiki is particularly helpful when combined with “conventional” medicine; to support the body and emotions during illness, treatment, and recovery; and to boost the immune system and help prevent further illness.

Modern Western medical thought is beginning, it would appear, to bring about a change in consciousness, to allow the notion that how one is feeling in body, mind, and spirit has an impact on how the body will heal. It is now recognized that laughter and love are extremely beneficial for healing. For this reason, in many countries, the system of Reiki, as a complementary therapy, is currently being provided in many Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Pallative Care Hospices, and Community Service Settings. Reiki organizations, such as The Northwest Reiki Association, are playing an important role in bringing about the integration of the system of Reiki into mainstream Healthcare.

A unique encounter with stillness and lightness of being in a busy world- Reiki can also be enjoyed simply for delightful, comforting, deep relaxation. It is also helpful during times of grief, life challenges, or work stress, connecting you to your own natural innate ability to heal and re-balance.

Anna Sheldrake

I have been an energy work practitioner for almost 30 years, providing Reiki, energy work, and other forms of pain management. I enjoy giving people the opportunity to utilize alternative complementary healing options and promote awareness of spiritual arts in the community.

I am a member of the Northwest Reiki Association
and the International Association of Reiki Professionals.