As a result, the concept of how to achieve personal wellness is changing dramatically, and an exciting range of energy-based therapies are emerging — subtle but extremely powerful, non-invasive, research-based approaches to help bring the individual gently, quickly and easily into balance.

The Wellness Centre is delighted to offer some of these leading-edge therapies, including Reiki, TFT and more. We also offer leading-edge thinking through published research about energy-based therapies as well as classes, workshops and seminars.

We invite you to explore, enjoy and be empowered at The Wellness Centre, and discover how easy it can be to relax, revitalise and reach new levels of harmony in body, mind and soul.

Reiki

Reiki is a deeply relaxing and revitalising therapy that stimulates the human energy field to encourage enhanced, integrated functioning of the body’s natural healing systems.

Pronounced “RAY-key,” Reiki is a form of touch therapy that the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine at the National Institutes of Health classifies as “biofield therapy” or “energy medicine.” Because of its simplicity and fast, dramatic results, documented in increasing numbers of research studies, Reiki is one of the fastest growing complementary modalities in the world. Reiki is now used not only by individuals but also in hundreds of hospitals, nursing homes, hospices and spas throughout the world.

During a 60-minute Reiki treatment, the client lies fully clothed on a massage table. Unlike massage, there is no manipulation of muscles or tissue. The Reiki practitioner gently places their hands on areas along the endocrine system, major organs, and the chakras, on the front and back of the body. Special emphasis is determined by the focus of the treatment (see below). The client often feels warmth from the practitioner’s hands, and after the treatment, clients generally feel a sense of deep relaxation, peace, calmness and greater clarity of mind.

Reiki practitioners do not diagnosis medical conditions, and Reiki is not a substitute for medical treatment. Existing medical conditions should be treated by licensed medical professionals. However, extensive research has shown Reiki to be excellent support for virtually any medical problem. And for healthy individuals, regular Reiki treatments are wonderful preventive therapy, as Reiki helps keep the body in a relaxed, and therefore healthier state.

The Wellness Centre offers the following Reiki services. If you have already been diagnosed with any of the following medical conditions, or are in special life circumstances, Reiki can help support you.

Therapists: Both resident and guest Reiki practitioners are available.

Reiki for Stress Management and Optimal Health
According to certain stats, 90 percent of all illnesses are caused in some way by stress. For healthy individuals, Reiki is a simple, effective way to relax, relieve stress, restore energy, and maintain overall wellness. Because it relaxes the body at such deep levels, one hour of Reiki is equivalent to three or four hours of very deep sleep, “jump starting” the body’s own natural healing abilities.

Pregnancy Reiki
Reiki provides physical, mental and emotional support for the mother, including helping such issues as morning sickness, back pain, and overall anxieties and fears, as well as physical, emotional and mental support for the growing baby. Recommended once a month for the duration of the pregnancy.

Reiki for Emotional Release 
Reiki can accelerate the course of psychotherapy by promoting a faster release of emotion and stored memory while relieving anxiety. Studies on survivors of torture in Sarajevo demonstrate the effectiveness of Reiki in dealing with trauma.

Reiki for Illness
Patients with arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, sleep disorders, tension headaches, ALS, AIDS and virtually all other illnesses can help manage their illness and symptoms with regular Reiki treatments. Research studies have documented improvement in spleen, lymphatic and nervous system function in patients with multiple sclerosis, lupus, fibromyalgia and thyroid disorders.

Reiki for Cancer
Reiki helps manage the inevitable fear and anxiety that involves cancer diagnosis and treatment as well as support the physical body. Studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Reiki in providing pain control with lower doses of prescription medication. Reiki speeds up the elimination of toxins, improves the immune response, relieves discomfort, and helps manage nausea and other side effects during chemotherapy and radiation.

Reiki for Caregivers
Research has shown that caregiving is the greatest stressor, often adding ten or more years of age to the cells of the caregiver. Reiki is a simple, highly effective way for caregivers to take care of themselves. It replenishes and restores physical, mental and emotional balance, allowing caregivers to feel both relaxed and energised, and able to handle the stresses of their situation with calmness, clarity and a renewed sense of compassion. With caregivers for the elderly and the dying, Reiki facilitates the release of anxiety, grief and fear, supporting positive emotional closure with loved ones.

Reiki for the Spirit
Many spiritual seekers find Reiki to be a peaceful path for connecting with their deeper soul purpose, understanding their role within soul groups, and gaining new insights about challenges with soul contracts. Reiki can enhance meditation, yoga, tai chi, chi gong, and other spiritual and energetic practices.

Reiki for Creative
Visual artists, writers and others in creative endeavors find their creativity supported and enhanced by Reiki. Reiki can help access deeper levels of the subconscious to stimulate visual imagery and new ideas, while enhancing the clarity of mind and resolve needed to manifest ideas into physical form.