Shannon Gavin, Usui Reiki Master Teacher Hollister, CA 95023 831-334-5323
Serving homes, offices, and farms in Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Santa Clara counties

Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reiki?
Reiki is an ancient Japanese art of healing which allows balance and harmony to be restored in your body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Life force energy can stagnate in the body where there has been physical injury or even emotional pain or trauma. Reiki provides for a deep healing of physical, mental, and emotional issues. The practitioner channels this Life force energy, directing it through their hands to help you in all areas of your life.
What will I experience after Reiki?
You may experience tiredness, a burst of energy, an emotional release, and other symptoms like colds or flu-like conditions, after a Reiki session. An energy healing can cause past problems lying dormant in your body to resurface. This is all part of the process of healing these issues, as your body adjusts to the flow of energy. You may want to try Reiki a few times to become aware of your energy shift. Once you know what to expect, you are more at ease during the process and open to change. Think of a Reiki session like an appointment with a "Energy Mechanic”
How long will the effects of Reiki last?
Your session’s effects can last from days to weeks. The more you receive Reiki, the higher the level of healing continues, as energy shifts continue to align within you.
If I don't want to be touched, can I still receive Reiki?
Reiki is performed either by light touch, or by hovering my hands lightly over your body. Distant Reiki can also be done when a in-person session can not occur.
Is Reiki connected to religion?
No, Reiki is an energy healing technique from Japan, which uses universal Life force energy and has no connection to religion.
What lineage of Reiki do you practice?
I became an Usui Reiki Master in 2003. My lineage is 18th in line from Hawayo Takata. Mikao Usui > Chijiro Hayashi > Hawayo Takata
What will I feel during my session?
Reiki is performed fully clothed on a massage table, your couch, recliner, bed, or wherever you are most comfortable. Most people will feel relaxation, and some fall asleep. While others may experience a tingling or heat sensation, or have deeper connections and experiences. Calming tones and music can be played in the background, to provide a safe and quiet environment that promotes healing.
How does distance Reiki work?
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