Reiki
Reiki in Saskatoon
Reiki is a gentle yet powerful Japanese healing technique for stress reduction, relaxation, and overall well-being. Developed by Mikao Usui after years of research and study, Reiki draws from ancient healing practices dating back over 2,500 years. Its foundation rests on the belief that all living beings have a flowing life force energy — when this energy is strong and balanced, we feel healthier, happier, and more resilient.
This life force energy has been recognized in many cultures and even studied scientifically for its role in immune function and healing. Reiki works on the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual levels, restoring balance and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal.
The word Reiki combines two Japanese words:
Rei – “Universal Wisdom” or “Higher Power”
Ki – “Life Force Energy”
Together, Reiki means “spiritually guided life force energy.”
During a session, your practitioner uses light touch or holds their hands a few inches above your body, channeling Reiki energy to where it’s needed most. Clients remain fully clothed and often describe the experience as a comforting warmth, gentle tingling, or a wave of calm radiance flowing through them.
Reiki can help to:
Promote deep relaxation and inner peace
Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression
Relieve acute and chronic pain
Support recovery from injury, surgery, or illness
Ease grief, overwhelm, and emotional distress
Improve sleep, focus, and mental clarity
Enhance vitality and quality of life
Support immune health and overall balance
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Melanie Shultz
Dana Chopty
Most people experience a deep sense of relaxation and peace. Sensations may include gentle warmth, tingling, or subtle pulsing where the practitioner’s hands are placed. Some people drift into a meditative or dream-like state.
No — Reiki is not dependent on belief. Many clients report positive results regardless of their initial skepticism. Keeping an open mind helps you fully relax and receive the benefits.
Yes. Reiki can help reduce pain, ease tension, and support the body’s natural healing process. While it is not a replacement for medical care, it can be an excellent complement to conventional treatments.
Some people notice benefits after a single session, while others choose regular treatments for ongoing support, stress management, or chronic issues. Your practitioner can help recommend a plan tailored to your needs.
Reiki uniquely uses a system of specific hand positions and attunements that connect the practitioner to universal life force energy. While many energy practices exist, Reiki emphasizes gentle, non-invasive touch and a deep spiritual lineage traced back over a century, making it accessible and profoundly calming.
Yes, Reiki is often used to ease anxiety, depression, and emotional trauma. By balancing your energy system, it helps release blockages that may manifest as emotional distress, fostering a sense of peace and emotional clarity.
Energy blockages are areas where the natural flow of life force energy is restricted, which can contribute to physical discomfort or emotional imbalance. Reiki helps gently clear these blockages, restoring smooth energy flow and vitality.
Reiki is gentle and non-invasive, making it safe for people of all ages and health conditions — including children, pregnant individuals, and the elderly.
Absolutely. Reiki works well alongside massage, physiotherapy, acupuncture, counseling, and medical treatments, often enhancing their overall effects.