Reiki Practitioner – How do I find one?

“A practitioner of any spiritual path must have complete confidence that his adopted path is, for him, superior to all others.” _ Prem Prakash, The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras

Who can perform Reiki?

A person trained in Reiki level two (Reiki2) can be administered Reiki to someone else. However, if it is in a hospital or other health care facility, the practitioner may be required to at the level of Master. Some hospitals, hospices, and medical clinics may offer Reiki as part of their standard of care. When receiving Reiki in those situations, you should have no concern about the qualification of the provider. Those institutions must ensure that the Reiki service provider is fully qualified. When you pay for a private session, it is your responsibility to ascertain that your practitioner is Master qualify.

Steps to find a Reiki practitioner that best suit you

One of the best ways to find a practitioner is to ask around. Usually, a satisfied client will be more than happy to offer a referral. Ask those that are in touch with the general public. Like, your hairstylist, barber, or even your complementary therapist. Check your community resources that deal with chronic issues. Once you found someone makes sure you check their credential. A certificate does not always prove the ability to practice. Be careful as some unscrupulous people will issue Reiki Certificate over the internet for $40.00 to anyone. However, the person receiving the certificate may not be qualified and do not know that. So always ask the appropriate questions.

What to ask?

Look for someone who received their training over some time. A professional usually will have a brochure or a website to promote his services and describe his trainings. Look for answers to the following questions:

  • What is their level of training? First, Second Degree, or Reiki master?
  • To be able to receive hands-on Reiki, that person will need to be at least level two. However, if you are to receive distant healing, you will need a Master practitioner.
  • When were they trained? The answer to this question will give you a sense of the practitioner’s experience. The frequency of practice will also be helpful. The more that person practices, the better it is.
  • From Level two to Reiki masters, were you trained to each level in separate classes, and if so, how far apart were the classes? It is best practice to have a gap of three to six months from level one to level two training. That gives time to practice before being attuned to level two. You should expect the same or even more time between level two to master.
  • What is your experience-to whom have you given treatment, in what settings? A professional practitioner has years of experience giving Reiki. Not only to family and friends but to other people with varying levels of health and wellness. Some Reiki practitioners may have worked as Reiki hospital volunteers before starting their practices.
  • How do you define Reiki? A professional practitioner should be able to answer this question clearly and authoritatively. Be cautious of practitioners who make claims of curing disease or who ridicule conventional healthcare.
  • Describe your sessions, how long does it take, and how much do you charge? A professional should be able to clearly, describe the process and how the session is structured. The answer would give you a fair idea of what to expect. This conversation will happen again at your initial appointment.

Now that you know what to ask to make an informed decision, it will be easy to find a practitioner to work with you. This relationship can be a long and rewarding one for both of you,

If your community does not have a Reiki Master or; you do not feel comfortable with that person, please contact me. We will see if we can work together to restore harmony in your body.

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2 thoughts on “Reiki Practitioner – How do I find one?”

  1. Juan, what a great post. I think that sometimes we take people at their face value, but it’s important to have the right training to help people and give them the best services. Thanks for posing the what to ask questions.

    –Kim Ravida

    1. Great post Juan. So important to know what you are looking for. Some of the qualifications and questions I did not know about. Finding someone that you resonate with is very important as well.

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