What is Reiki?
Usui Reiki was first discovered in Japan in the early 20th century by Mikao Usui and is defined in the Oxford English dictionary as “A healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch, to activate the natural healing processes of the patient’s body and restore physical and emotional well-being”.
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During the last century, Reiki has evolved and there are different variations to the original Usui Reiki. I work with Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki which is both powerful and gentle and comes from a higher level of consciousness than traditional Usui Reiki. It was introduced by William Lee Rand who is the originator of the Usui/Tibetan system of Reiki. He developed the Karuna Reiki® system of healing in 1995 with assistance from his students and then in 2014 he introduced Holy Fire® Reiki. This was subsequently upgraded to Holy Fire® II in 2015 and then Holy Fire® III in 2018. In 2020 he introduced the ability to offer Reiki at a distance to anyone anywhere in the world.
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'Rei' means Universal and 'Ki' means Life Energy and Reiki operates on the principle of channelling universal life force energy to promote balance and healing within the mind, body and spirit. ​​​
About Julie
I have been interested in alternative healing modalities for many years, originally starting with a regular yoga practice. I began to use essential oils for their relaxing benefits at a time in my life when I needed help with the usual daily stresses of motherhood, working and running a home. I have always wanted to explore natural ways of supporting my mental and emotional health.
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As life moved on I began to face some of the traumas I had experienced over a number of years and sought out the help of an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. The three years I spent unpicking all my 'stuff' with her brought about a huge change in my self-confidence and gave me the tools to feel confident in trying new things.
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I discovered sound healing and absolutely loved the weekly soundbaths. I learnt to be vulnerable and to feel the magic of sharing circles and through this I realised that my life experiences were far from unique. There was a lot of comfort in that and in the growth that resulted from that.
They say your vibe attracts your tribe and through the connection I made with the facilitator of the sound healing sessions I attended a couple of wellbeing retreats where I met yet more like-minded women. I experienced forest bathing, meditation, reflexology, breathwork and was introduced to myofascial release, Chinese meridian work, craniosacral therapy and Reiki!
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All the wonderful women who have been such an integral part of my own healing journey inspired me to explore becoming a facilitator myself and Reiki was the obvious choice for me.
I completed my Reiki I training in January 2025, Reiki II in April 2025 and I have booked my master level in Glastonbury in June 2026 with William Rand, Senior Reiki Master Teacher, the man who introduced the Holy Fire upgrade to Usui Reiki! I am very excited for this incredible opportunity to learn from such an inspirational teacher in the most magical place. I am committed to deepening my knowledge and experience of Reiki and will expand on my offering by training in womb Reiki in the future.
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My women-only healing space is in Horsham, West Sussex and I also offer remote distance healing if you are unable to travel to me.
What to Expect and How to Prepare
A session will last approximately one hour. Please allow 90 minutes for your first session so we can go through your new client form. I can email this to you ahead of the session if you prefer to complete it and bring it with you. I also allow a few minutes after the session to discuss anything you feel you want to share, but there is no expectation for you to share anything if you don't want to. The important thing is that you don't feel rushed out of the door after your session finishes. My appointments incorporate a buffer between them to allow me to cleanse the energy in the room and make sure that everything is ready for you when you arrive and that you can completely relax.
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I recommend you wear comfortable clothing as you will be laying down for the session. I have a variety of bolsters to provide support under your knees to alleviate any strain to your lower back and a blanket as your body can experience heat or cold during a session. Other than that, you just have to lay down and relax. If you need to shift position at all during the session that is fine as your comfort is important.
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During the session I will place my hands either just above or on your body with a light touch and I will place my hands beneath your head for a short while. However if you prefer that I don't place my hands on you then that is not a problem and the Reiki energy will still flow to where it is needed. You may experience sensations of heat, cold, tingling in your hands and/or feet, twitches or jerks in your limbs and you may also see colours or even experience a dream-like state.
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I recommend that you drink plenty of water for the 24-48 hours after a session . Reiki energy will clear out any stuck energy and as a result toxins in your system will be flushed out in the same way as after a massage. If you can avoid alcohol and processed food for a few days afterwards, that is also really beneficial. You may experience headaches, body aches or tiredness but this is part of the healing process and nothing to worry about. If you can avoid taking painkillers and allow these after effects to work their way through, it will be of more benefit to you.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me.
“Reiki is the secret art of inviting happiness”
Usui Sensei
UK Reiki Federation Member