It can be intimidating to prepare for a Reiki session if you've never had one before! 

​Reiki sessions typically occur in a quiet and comfortable setting, such as a private room or a dedicated healing space. The room may be dimly lit, and soothing music may be played in the background to help promote relaxation.

You will typically be fully clothed during a Reiki session and may be asked to remove your shoes, hat, and glasses. 

You will be asked to lie down on a massage table or sit in a massage chair where the practitioner will help you get comfortable with pillows and a blanket, if necessary. The Reiki practitioner should ask for your permission to place their hands on or near different parts of your body, depending on your specific needs and goals.

Individuals who care for others for a living are much more susceptible to high stress on a consistent basis. 

Reiki is a great option for these individuals who experience intense pressure on a regular basis. 

Any time that you're touching another person, or in close proximity of their energy field, you are co-mingling with their energy. This can be extremely difficult when the other person is not feeling well, sick, or uncomfortable.

Reiki can be used in advance, when you know that there is a difficult situation upcoming, on the spot, or even after the fact, so it's a great tool to have box. 

People are scared of what they don't know, or have not previously experienced yet.

​If you've never experienced any type of energy work, the idea of the unknown may seem daunting and even scary. 

There is nothing to be scared of when it comes to Reiki. In fact, in all my 20 years as a Reiki practitioner, I've only experienced one client who didn't enjoy their session. 

Below I've answered ten of the most frequently asked questions on how to prepare for a Reiki session.