Reiki is a technique that promotes relaxation, diminished stress and pain, and healing at the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels. While a precise translation from Japanese to English is difficult, the word “rei” refers to spirit and/or universe. “Ki” means vital or life force energy. A basic understanding of Reiki is that this universal life force energy can be accessed and channeled to support healing. Known too as the Usui System of Natural Healing, Reiki is likely an ancient practice, which Dr. Mikao Usui rediscovered in Japan in the early 20th century. A Japanese-American named Hawayo Takata brought Reiki to the West after extensive training in Japan.
The following are commonly reported benefits of Reiki practice. Although at this time, the evidence for most of these benefits is anecdotal, there are research data showing Reiki treatment can be effective for relaxation, pain management, reduced anxiety, reduced depression, and enhanced well-being:
When you receive Reiki healing, you’ll lie fully clothed on a treatment table while the Reiki practitioner places hands lightly on or just above your head and torso.
Upcoming Events/Workshops
Reiki Level I Training
Have you enjoyed the wonder of how a Reiki session can help you feel freer from your everyday stress? Would you like to share this experience with others? The term, Reiki, comes from Rei and the word Ki. Rei is the higher wisdom of the universe available to all, and Ki is the life energy […]
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Enjoy creative self-expression and learn mindfulness skills while working on a variety of mindful art projects. This process will help deepen your self-awareness and creativity and teach you strategies and techniques to manage stress and anxiety. This workshop includes guided meditations, written reflection exercises, and optional group sharing to help you turn inward. Each week […]
Find out more »Reiki Level II Training
Have you enjoyed the wonder of how a Reiki session can help you feel freer from your everyday stress? Would you like to share this experience with others? The term, Reiki, comes from Rei and the word Ki. Rei is the higher wisdom of the universe available to all, and Ki is the life energy […]
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What others are saying about Flourish Counseling & Wellness
I cannot thank this center enough for their support and their expertise. I’ve undergone Reiki treatments and attended many classes here, and the staff is very knowledgeable! Highly recommended!
I have been a client of Flourish Counseling and Wellness Center since its inception. I have participated in Flourish workshops, Mindful Art, Mindful Conversations for Difficult times, and nutritional counseling. All are very beneficial. Over the last two weeks, I suffered migraines. Dr. Park came in on her day off to give me an acupuncture treatment. I felt immediate relief. I will be forever thankful to Dr. Park and Flourish. Thank you for teaching the many effective methods of dealing with lifes many challenges.
I worked as an intern at Flourish Counseling and Wellness for a few years and it was an incredible experience with highly trained staff. The therapists are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I learned so much about using creative ways to help clients. For example, they offer so many unique workshops that I enjoyed taking part in leading, such as mindfulness art therapy. There are a variety of groups coping skills workshops, yoga classes, and nutrition workshops too! This place amazes me and can help so many people with a variety of needs. Highly recommend!
I have been attending weekly Mindful Art Classes for over a year at Flourish and have enjoyed every minute of it! In addition, I have attended a few of their Free Wellness Wednesday workshops and evening Move My Chi Classes. I’ve learned a lot about Mind/Body/Spirit wellness and have integrated it into my everyday life. The people I have met in the workshops and the staff have all enriched my life in many ways. Flourish is a warm, welcoming, safe place. I highly recommend exploring all they have to offer!
I’ve been Marcia Welch’s Reiki client for several years. She has amazing insight and talent; a true healing gift. I’m always impressed how good I feel after one of her Reiki sessions. I’m so glad she’s sharing this healing at Flourish now since it’s closer to my home!
Andrea Lopes has created a safe and welcoming , healing environment for her clients and community. Her group of practitioners brings various modalities to this integrative practice.
I’ve been attending various groups and counseling sessions through this place and I always come out the other side better for it. Andrea in particular has always been a great friend of the family and gives wonderful advice.
Flourish Counseling & Wellness is a wonderful place, full of healing energy. Andrea Lopes is a wonderful therapist, and has made a big impact on the lives of many of my patients. Their space is beautiful & you will feel right at home. Highly recommend!
Review for Diane Occupational therapist: We have been using Diane to treat our son for several years now. She is a great OT and PT and has done wonders for our son who suffers from quadriplegia and aphasia from a TBI. She is such a cheerleader that everyone who uses her loves the care and attention she provides.
Highly recommended!