Reiki

Reiki (pronounced “ray-key”) means Universal Life Energy. Reiki is a non-invasive healing modality that originated in Japan, and it’s practiced all over the world. It has no religious affiliation or connotation.

Reiki, in the simplest terms, is energy healing.

Everything in the entire Universe is made of energy, including us.

We all have energy centers in our body, called chakras. There are 7 main chakras that exist on the center line of the body, from the top of your head to the tip of your tailbone.

Each chakra governs various parts of our anatomy, as well as emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of our being.

During a Reiki session, my primary focus is on these 7 main chakras, and I have 2 goals for them: clear out any blocks that may be present (which block the free flow of energy) and make sure the chakras are all the same size (making sure the system is balanced). I also take an intuitive approach in my sessions and go wherever else I am guided to help you outside of those 7 main chakras, which could include areas of the body and/or your aura (your personal energy field that surrounds your physical body).

The 7 main chakras and where they lie within the body.

“What does Reiki do?”

Reiki enhances the body’s natural ability to heal itself, promotes relaxation, and helps restore balance to all parts of the body: emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical.

Reiki has so many benefits; these are just a few:

💫 Helps alleviate stress and anxiety

💫 Assists with healing from illness, injury, and surgery

💫 Promotes deep relaxation

💫 Releases blocked and suppressed feelings to promote emotional healing

💫 Helps relieve chronic pain

💫 Assists with transition to the next plane of existence (for both humans and animals)

Really, there isn’t anything that Reiki can’t help with!

I love being able to support you no matter where you are located, so I offer Distance Reiki sessions.

“Wait? Seriously? Is Distance Reiki a real thing?”

It sure is! Since everything is energy, if you work with a practitioner that has been trained and attuned to the ability to do Distance Reiki healing (like me!), you receive the exact same benefits as if we were physically in the room together.

“So will we be on the phone or video conference together for a Distance Reiki session?”

Nope! There is no need for us to be physically connected during your session, since I create a strong energetic connection to you during your session time. Since we’re working with energy, it doesn’t matter if we are 2 inches apart or 2000 miles apart.

And I’m happy to chat with you on the phone or via Zoom prior to your session to answer any questions you have about your upcoming session or Reiki in general.

“Okay, but how does it WORK, exactly? How do I know you’re really sending it to me and it’s not just going all over the place?”

I do some things to establish a connection to you, so the energy goes directly to you. Here is how it is done during your session:

You: Relax and set your intention to receive.

Me: I set my intention to work specifically with you, using your name and other info as sort of an energetic GPS. I invoke some Reiki symbols to create the connection between you, me, and Reiki energy, and to allow for Distance healing.

I then ask your Higher Self and Spirit Guides to assist you in being open to receiving the Reiki energy to serve your highest and greatest good. I ask my Higher Self and Spirit Guides to assist me in being an open channel for sending the Reiki energy to you to serve your highest and greatest good. I also ask them to help me clearly receive and relay the messages meant for you in a way that resonates with you.

All of this creates a strong energetic connection, which is why we don’t need to be physically connected (via phone or zoom) during your session. Then at the end of your session, I invoke some techniques and Reiki symbols to “seal” the session and disconnect from your energy.

The Flower of Life and chakra symbols.

“Then how will I know what information you received about or for me during my session?”

Shortly after your session, you’ll receive an email from me containing all of the messages and information that I received for you during your session. And I’m here to support you afterwards as well, so we can chat if you have any questions about your messages or any of the guidance that I’ve provided.

“What do I need to do during my session?”

Your job during your session is pretty simple: relax in a space or place that you are comfortable in, let go of expectations, and set your intention to receive. Easier said than done some days, I know! But that really is your only job during your session.

Put your feet up and relax!

“Will I feel anything during my session?”

You may feel sensations (warmth, tingling, cold, etc.) during your session or you may feel nothing at all. You may also cry or laugh during your session; both of those are just your body’s way of releasing energy. (I tend to be a crier during my own Reiki sessions.) Whatever needs to happen, just let it happen.

Each session is unique, as Reiki will always adapt to your specific needs on any given day. So even if you’ve had a Reiki session before, your experience in your current session will most likely be different than previously.  We are all humans trekking our way through life and dealing with all of its ups and downs, so no two sessions will ever be the same. One of my favorite mantras is “Expect nothing, and allow everything”.

“Will I experience anything after my session?”

After your session, you may feel a little light-headed, similar to when you get a physical massage. So move slowly, and take your time coming back to the world.

Be sure to drink plenty of water for a day or 2 after your session; we’ve moved a lot of energy around, so we need to ensure you’re adequately hydrated.

And similar to physical massage, regular Reiki sessions are a great way to maintain your personal wellness and balance within the body.

“How much is a session?”

The energetic exchange for a session is

💫 $50 (30 minutes) or

💫 $95 (60 minutes)

I will always encourage you to have a 60 minute session because that allows us to go a bit deeper. But I am a firm believer that some Reiki is better than no Reiki, which is why I offer 30-minute sessions too. That is also why I offer a Weekly Reiki Boost subscription as well.

“Do you offer Reiki session packages?”

Regular Reiki sessions are very beneficial, so I also offer 3 session packages!

💫 A 3 session package of 60-minute sessions is $270 and can be purchased here.

💫 A 3 session package of 30-minute sessions is $135 and can be purchased here.

If you’d like to create some consistency with your Reiki sessions while also receiving an additional layer of support, take a look at my Energetic Reset offering to see if it resonates with you.

Here are some other Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Nope! As long as you are open to the process, and are open to receiving healing, you can absolutely have a Distance Reiki session without ever having an in-person session.

  • Nope! During your session, we will be connected on an energetic level, and we don’t need to have met in person previously in order to establish that connection.

    However, if you would like to chat on the phone or have a quick Zoom video chat so we can “meet” prior to your session, I’m absolutely open to that!

  • I know that relaxing at home can sometimes be challenging. I deal with it myself sometimes too, as there’s always some chore that needs to be done or something that needs our attention. But your self-care is more important than the dishes, I promise. Check out this blog post for some suggestions on how to create some zen at home.

    You can also go spend some time at your happy place (like the beach) during your session if you’d prefer that.

  • Yes! You can email me at alicia.mastrangelo@gmail.com and we will find a day and time that works!

    Payment for my international friends will be via Square Invoice, which is sent to your email address. Square encrypts all of your credit/debit/bank information, so it is safe and protected (and I never see your account information). The invoice will be in USD, but your financial institution should do the conversion for you. Please check with your financial institution prior to booking if you are unsure of that.

  • Absolutely! Reiki is gentle healing and the baby will also receive some Reiki during your session!

  • It really is completely unique to each person and what you are working on (or working through) at any particular time.

    I have clients working through some “crisis” things, so they have sessions every 1-2 weeks. Other clients like a regular monthly session for energetic “maintenance”. And some clients go longer in between sessions for a variety of reasons.

    I encourage you to think of Reiki more as a preventative tool for wellness, versus a reactionary tool to “fix” things once you are in crisis mode.

    To support this, my booking site allows you to book appointments up to a year in advance. So I strongly encourage you to book several sessions at a time, on a schedule that feels right for you. I know that for me, if I can establish a schedule for myself in advance, I do much better sticking with it.

  • As with any personal service, tipping is completely optional and entirely at your discretion. Tips are always appreciated, but never expected.

    You can add a tip at the time of booking, or you can leave a tip afterwards if you feel called to do so.

  • Absolutely! If you are local to me, I teach traditional Usui Reiki classes in person at my office in Warwick, RI. You can learn more about those here.

    If you’re not local to me, I encourage you to find a Reiki Teacher in your area to learn from! Go with your gut and let your intuition help you find the perfect teacher for you.

Please Be Aware

Reiki is not a replacement for any traditional medical treatments, nor is it intended to diagnose or treat any medical conditions. But it’s a great complement to any other medical treatment you are pursuing, so it can be incorporated into any wellness program.