what to expect at hello bliss

What is Reiki?
Translated from Japanese, Reiki means Universal Life Force Energy.  It is a special type of healing energy that can only be channeled by someone who has been attuned to it.  It is a beautifully subtle, but very powerful healing modality that works on the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies. It is channeled through the practitioner, directly from the source, and flows to the client as pure healing energy.

What can I expect from a Reiki session?
It is not necessary to touch the body to administer Reiki, but occasionally some areas may benefit from direct contact.  As you lay on the table (fully clothed), you will become very relaxed and may feel sensations of heat, tingling, and vibration.  You may begin to see beautiful colors or images of people and places that may or may not be familiar to you.  You might laugh, or begin to cry, or just fall into a deep sleep.  Sometimes a situation that has troubled you suddenly has a simple solution.  Most people experience muscle twitches throughout their bodies, as Reiki works to eliminate blockages for energy to flow freely.  You may find that days later you are sleeping more soundly than ever and you still feel grounded and centered.  

Can Reiki cure diseases?  
Reiki works in harmony with all other kinds of medical and psychological treatments.  It is offered as part of regular patient care in many hospitals across the US and reportedly decreases recovery time after surgery, improves mental attitude, and reduces side effects of medications.  It improves sleep, reduces anxiety, and aids in the healing of emotional trauma.  Reiki is always helpful and safe and works to improve the effectiveness of all other types of therapy.

Who can benefit from Reiki?
Everyone--including plants, animals, and situations!

Is Reiki scary?  Can it hurt me?
No!  The healing that you receive will always serve your highest and best good and will never be more than you can handle.  Reiki is guided by a spiritual consciousness and always knows where to travel in your body and in your energy field to give you the healing that you truly need.  It is pure energy, full of only the best intentions, and can never do harm.

I see you do Cupping. Is there FIRE involved? No. There are several different forms of cupping. I am certified in Vacuum Cupping and Magnetic Cupping. I also use a variety of silicone cups in my practice.

How long do Cupping bruises last? The marks left by Cupping are not actually bruises, but rather stagnant blood and lymph that comes to the surface. We call them ‘cup kisses’. The marks range from light pink to a dark purple and are generally gone in a week.

Can massage help with Arthritis and Fibromyalgia?
Our body’s natural response to pain is to tighten up to protect itself.  While it can't cure an autoimmune disease, regular massage does go a long way to help the rest of your body deal with chronic pain.  

I’d like to get a massage but I'm uncomfortable taking my clothes off.  Are you looking at my body?
Not at all!  My work is very clinical, so you will be securely draped at all times.  The only body part that will be exposed will be what I am working on at the time.  Sometimes I choose to work through the sheet, depending on the area (usually glutes and some rib work).  I'm a huge anatomy geek, so every body that I work on is a living anatomy lesson and I love it!  

How did you get into this work?
After 12 years in Corporate America, I found myself very unhappy and knew I had to make some changes.  I had begun to develop a pretty strong meditation practice and I realized that my lifelong interest in all things metaphysical could actually be a career path.  Once I got started in massage school, everything just clicked into place and it felt like something I had been doing my whole life.  I knew I was on the right path, finally!

Are you a Healer!?
No.  I am passionate about helping YOU create the right conditions to HEAL YOURSELF.  But I can only do so much to help you.  Beyond that, I will ask you to do stretches, be aware of your posture, drink more water, get grounded, watch your thoughts, or whatever I can think of to share that might be helpful.