Reiki Therapy
Reiki Therapy at Sanctuary Counseling
What is Reiki Therapy in a Psychotherapy Setting?
Reiki Therapy at Sanctuary Counseling offers a unique blend of somatic awareness, energy-based techniques, and therapeutic conversation. Unlike traditional Reiki experiences that are passive or offered in spa environments, our approach is rooted in clinical training and guided by licensed therapists.
Reiki is integrated into talk therapy sessions to support emotional insight, nervous system balance, and a deeper connection to the body. This work can be especially helpful for clients who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or emotionally stuck. Reiki Therapy offers a meaningful complement to traditional psychotherapy by helping clients process feelings, regulate their nervous system, and explore healing in a more embodied way.
Whether you’re feeling emotionally stuck, “too much in your head,” anxious, or simply curious about new ways to feel grounded and supported, Reiki Therapy can be a meaningful complement to your healing work.
What Reiki Therapy Is - and Is Not
Reiki Therapy Includes:
Therapeutic conversation and emotional processing
Light touch or hands-near energy work
Grounding techniques, somatic awareness
Support for anxiety, grief, burnout, and emotional regulation
Personalized collaborative sessions guided by a licensed therapist
Reiki Therapy Does Not Include:
Diagnosis or treatment of physical conditions
Spiritual coaching or metaphysical readings
A spa or massage experience
Medical advice or physical healing claims
Passive, silent, one-size-fits-all treatments
What to Expect During a Reiki Therapy Session
You will be welcomed into a calm, naturally lit therapy space that may include gentle music or subtle sensory elements like plants or essential oils, depending on your preferences. After a brief check-in, your therapist will invite you to lie fully clothed on a comfortable massage table or rest in a supported seated position, based on what feels best for you.
The session may begin with grounding exercises, breathwork, or mindfulness techniques to help you settle. Your therapist will then offer Reiki through gentle touch or by placing their hands just above your body. Throughout the experience, you and your therapist may pause to reflect, speak, or remain in quiet presence. The process is tailored to your needs and can support emotional clarity, physical calm, and a sense of inner balance.
FAQs About Reiki Therapy
Q: Do I have to believe in energy work for Reiki Therapy to help?
A: No belief is required. Reiki supports emotional and nervous system regulation through calming, non-invasive techniques. Many clients benefit simply by being open to the experience.
Q: Is Reiki used on its own or alongside talk therapy?
A: At Sanctuary, Reiki is always used in tandem with psychotherapy. It is part of your overall therapy process and can be integrated occasionally or more consistently depending on your needs and goals.
Q: What does it feel like during a session?
A: Clients often describe a sense of calm, release, or emotional clarity. Some notice warmth, tingling, or shifts in breath or body awareness. Your therapist will guide you through the experience and check in with you along the way.
Meet Our Reiki Clinicians
Reiki Therapy is currently offered in our Douglassville offices by licensed clinicians with advanced training in both psychotherapy and energy healing.
View Our Therapist Profiles:
Nicole King (accepting new clients)
Heather Kramer Almquist (not currently accepting new clients)
Coming Soon: Our Meditation Porch
We’re proud to offer Reiki Therapy in our dedicated meditation porch space at the Douglassville office. Surrounded by natural light and a view of our walking labyrinth and gardens, this space was designed with rest and regulation in mind.
A video tour of the space will be available here soon.
Downloadable Info Sheet
Click here for a printable guide for referring providers and Reiki-curious clients. You can also contact us to request this information directly.