What is Reiki?
Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive energy healing practice that originated in Japan. The word “Reiki” is derived from two Japanese words: Rei, meaning “universal,” and Ki, meaning “life energy.” Reiki is based on the idea that we all have a natural life force flowing through us. When this energy becomes blocked or depleted, it can lead to physical, emotional, or spiritual imbalance.
In a Reiki session, the practitioner channels this universal life energy through their hands, either by gently placing them on or just above the body. This promotes deep relaxation, supports the body’s natural ability to heal, and can help restore balance on all levels - physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.
Reiki is suitable for people of all ages and can be used alongside other therapies, including systemic interventions. Many clients report feeling calmer, more centred, and energetically “lighter” after a session.
What is a systemic approach?
Systemic practice is a therapeutic approach that looks beyond individual symptoms or behaviours and focuses on the relationships, patterns, and contexts that shape our lives. It recognises that we are all part of interconnected systems - families, communities, cultures and that our wellbeing is deeply influenced by these systems.
Rather than asking “What’s wrong with this person?”, systemic practitioners ask “What’s happening in the relationships around them?” This approach is particularly useful when exploring difficulties in families, partnerships, or any relational setting. It supports clients in uncovering how beliefs, roles, and histories , sometimes passed down through generations, can influence present experiences.
Systemic practice involves curiosity, collaboration, and reflection. Tools such as genograms, circular questioning, and narrative reframing help individuals and families understand their patterns, create new meaning, and open up possibilities for change.