Does Distance Reiki Really Work? (Honest Answer + What to Expect)
Does Distance Reiki Really Work?
If you are wondering whether distance Reiki really works, you are not alone. It is one of the most common questions people ask before their first session.
How can you receive Reiki when the practitioner is not physically in the same room?
Distance Reiki works according to the same principles as an in-person Reiki session. Within Reiki practice, energy is not considered limited by physical distance. This allows a Reiki practitioner to connect with you and offer Reiki wherever you are.
What is distance Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese energy practice based on the idea that universal life force energy flows through all living things.
During an in-person session, a Reiki practitioner usually places their hands lightly on or just above the body. With distance Reiki, the practitioner connects with the recipient remotely using focused intention and traditional Reiki symbols.
The Reiki is then directed towards you in much the same way, but without physical contact or the need to be in the same room.
You can receive distance Reiki while resting at home. You do not need to travel, appear on camera or join a phone call unless you would like one.
How can Reiki be sent over a distance?
Reiki practitioners are taught that energy can be directed beyond physical distance.
For a distance session, I use your name, photograph and the intention for your session to create a clear focus. I then use focused intention and traditional Reiki symbols to establish the energetic connection.
One of these symbols is the Reiki distance symbol. It is specifically used by Reiki practitioners when the person receiving Reiki is not physically present.
Once I have made the connection, I allow the Reiki to flow naturally. I may be drawn to focus on particular areas of your body, chakras, emotions or energy.
Reiki is believed to flow where it is most needed, so you do not have to know exactly what to ask for before your session.
So, does distance Reiki work?
Yes, distance Reiki can be received and experienced without the practitioner and recipient being in the same place.
I have practised Reiki for around 18 years, and I have worked with people and animals remotely throughout that time.
Clients often tell me that they feel calmer, lighter, more relaxed or more settled after receiving distance Reiki. Some notice the energy while I am working, even when they do not know exactly what I am doing at that moment.
Everyone responds differently, but physical distance does not prevent me from carrying out the session or focusing the Reiki personally on the recipient.
What might distance Reiki feel like?
Some people notice the Reiki very clearly. Others experience it more subtly.
During or after a session, you might notice:
- Warmth or coolness
- Tingling or gentle pulsing sensations
- Feeling sleepy or deeply relaxed
- A quieter mind
- A sense of calm or peace
- Feeling lighter or more grounded
- Emotions coming to the surface
- Colours, images or memories appearing in your mind
Some people do not notice much during the session itself but realise afterwards that they feel different. They may feel more settled, sleep particularly well or find that something which had been troubling them no longer feels quite as heavy.
There is no right or wrong way to experience Reiki.
Do I need to believe in Reiki?
You do not need any previous experience of Reiki, and you do not need to understand exactly how it works before receiving it.
You can simply approach your session with an open mind and allow yourself to receive.
You do not need to concentrate on the Reiki or try to make anything happen. You can lie down, listen to music, read, sleep or continue quietly with your day.
What can distance Reiki support you with?
People book distance Reiki for many different reasons. You may simply want some peaceful time for yourself, or you may be going through a particularly difficult or demanding period.
You might choose Reiki when you are:
- Feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed
- Finding it difficult to switch off
- Struggling with sleep or fatigue
- Feeling emotionally drained or burnt out
- Going through grief, heartbreak or change
- Experiencing hormonal changes
- Recovering from illness, surgery or medical treatment
- Living with pain or a long-term health condition
- Feeling stuck, heavy or not quite yourself
- In need of calm, rest and personal support
You do not need to explain everything you are feeling. You can share as much or as little as you are comfortable with, and I will work with where you are at the time.
What happens during a Personal Reiki Session?
Once you book, I contact you personally to arrange a suitable time and ask whether there is anything you would particularly like me to focus on.
At the agreed time, I connect with your energy and offer Reiki focused entirely on you for either 30 or 60 minutes.
Where appropriate, your session may also include chakra balancing, aura cleansing, cord cutting or an energy body scan.
After the session, I contact you with personal feedback and tell you about anything I noticed while working with you.
You can choose:
- 30-minute Personal Reiki Session for £25
- 60-minute Personal Reiki Session for £50
Can I try distance Reiki without booking a full session?
Yes. If you are curious about Reiki but do not want to book a focused personal session straight away, you can start with 24 hours of Continuous Reiki Support for £5.
For this option, I place your details and intention within my Reiki crystal grid. The grid holds the Reiki support continuously for you, day and night, throughout the 24 hours.
You can continue with your normal routine, and no call or appointment is needed.
This is a gentle and affordable way to experience distance Reiki for yourself.
Can I purchase Reiki for somebody else?
Yes. Distance Reiki can be purchased for another person, provided they know about it and are happy to receive it.
I also offer distance Reiki for dogs, cats and other animals, allowing them to receive gentle support while remaining in their familiar home environment.
Final thoughts
Distance Reiki may sound unusual when you first hear about it, but you do not need to travel or be physically present with a practitioner to receive Reiki.
The connection is made through focused intention and traditional Reiki practice. You can stay in your own home, relax in a way that feels comfortable and allow the Reiki to flow.
If you are still unsure which option to choose, you can take my short Reiki quiz. It will give you one main recommendation and another option to consider.
Reiki is a complementary wellbeing practice intended to support relaxation and emotional wellbeing. It is not a replacement for medical care, medication, veterinary care or professional mental health support.
