FAQ 1/20 & Children
1. Is traditional Japanese Reiki healing a natural stress, anxiety relief technique?
Reiki is a gentle, holistic Japanese energy healing practice that helps balance the body, mind, and spirit. Using light touch or hands just above the body, practitioners generate Ki palm energy to reduce stress, restore calm, and support natural healing.
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2. How does traditional Japanese Reiki work?
Reiki works by clearing energetic blockages and restoring harmony to your energy flow. When energy flows freely, the body activates its natural ability to heal, leaving you with greater clarity, peace, and well-being.
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3. What are the benefits of traditional Japanese Reiki in Dublin?
Clients seek Reiki for:
* Stress and anxiety relief
* Improved sleep and relaxation
* Emotional release and clarity
* Pain management and recovery support
* Boosting energy and focus
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4. What happens in a traditional Japanese Reiki session in Dublin?
You’ll lie down on a soft covered massage table fully clothed in a calm, welcoming space. You will be covered in a soft blanket. The practitioner places their hands lightly on or above your body at specific points. Many clients feel warmth, calm, or simply deep relaxation — some even fall asleep!
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5. Can Reiki be done online or remotely at a distance?
Yes. Distance or Remote Reiki sessions work just as powerfully as in-person sessions. Energy isn’t limited by time or space — clients often report the same sense of peace, balance, and healing whether we meet online or face-to-face.
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6. Is traditional Japanese Reiki safe for everyone?
Reiki is completely safe, gentle, and non-invasive. It complements medical care and other therapies but does not replace professional treatment.
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7. How should I prepare for a Reiki healing session?
No preparation needed — just wear comfortable clothing, bring an open mind, and allow yourself some quiet time afterwards. Setting a simple intention (like “relaxation” or “healing”) can enhance your experience.
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8. Who can benefit from traditional Japanese Reiki sessions and Reiki level courses in Dublin?
Everyone! Reiki supports adults, children, babies and even pets. It’s especially helpful during times of stress, transition, or recovery.
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9. How many traditional Reiki sessions will I need?
Some people notice shifts after just one session. Others prefer a series to deepen healing and maintain balance. Affordable Discounted Reiki packages are offered for ongoing support.
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10. How do I sign up and enroll for affordable certified Reiki Levels 1, 2 & 3 Reiki Master courses in Dublin 1?
You can sign up to all of our Reiki level 1, 2 and 3 courses here.
11. Can I buy Reiki gift cards for friends and family?
Sure, yes, you can right here.
12. How do I book a traditional Japanese Reiki session in Dublin 1 city centre?
Booking is easy — simply visit our Booking Page to choose an in-person or distance Reiki session that suits you. Or you can contact us directly here.
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13. Can I read your top rated customer Reiki reviews?
Yes, you can explore client testimonials and Reiki reviews on every page in this website with the Google logo or click here. Many clients share how Reiki has helped with stress relief, better sleep, and energy balance — so you can hear directly from others before booking your session.
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14. Is Kikoh Reiki one of best Reiki centres in Dublin 1 city and Ireland?
Yes. Kikoh Reiki is one of the best as voted by many online platforms and is a multi award winning Traditional Japanese Reiki centre in Dublin 1, with over 22+ years professional experience.
15. How does learning Traditional Japanese Reiki at Kikoh Reiki differ from learning other Reiki types?
Traditional Japanese Reiki, or Usui Reiki Ryoho, places a strong emphasis on personal alignment, self empowerment, self-awareness, and inner development—allowing healing to arise naturally as your state shifts. It includes practices such as breath-work (Joshin Kokyu Ho), intuitive guidance (Reiji ho), and energy sensing (Byosen scanning), encouraging a more felt, intuitive approach rather than relying on fixed hand positions. There is also a major emphasis on cultivating/generating and sensing the individual practitioners Ki energy within their palms and body rather than 'channeling from external sources.' The power comes from within you.
As Reiki spread to the West through Hawayo Takata, different styles evolved, often incorporating more structured hand positions, a stronger focus on physical healing, and additional frameworks such as angelic new age concepts.
In essence, Traditional Japanese Reiki stays closer to the original teachings of Mikao Usui, while other approaches reflect natural adaptations over time. Each path offers its own perspective, and practitioners tend to resonate with what aligns best for them.
16. How long has Kikoh Reiki been in business in Dublin?
We have been serving Reiki to Dublin since 2004.
Yes. During a flight, fight, or freeze response, emotions are often buried that assist a person through a traumatic experience. Reiki gently helps to release those trapped emotions and free them from their trauma.
18. Can Reiki help with MS?
Although there is no research evidence supporting the use of Reiki in multiple sclerosis, it is used by people with MS to help improve various MS related symptoms. In cancer, patient surveys suggest that for some people it can improve anxiety, mood, sleep, fatigue and pain.
19. Can Reiki help Alzheimer's patients?
In this PubMed study results indicate that Reiki treatments show promise for improving certain behavior and memory problems in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer's disease. Caregivers can administer Reiki at little or no cost, resulting in significant societal value by potentially reducing the needs for medication and hospitalization.
20. Is Reiki good for bereavement, breakups & emotional healing in Dublin 1?
Yes Reiki is highly effective for the conditions below:
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healing after breakup
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help with grief
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coping with loss
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energy healing after heartbreak
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21. Can Reiki help blood pressure?
High blood pressure is often closely linked to prolonged stress, anxiety, and an overactive nervous system. While Reiki is not a treatment or cure for high blood pressure, it can be a valuable complementary therapy that supports relaxation and overall wellbeing alongside your medical care. At Kikoh Reiki, we practice Traditional Japanese Reiki (Usui Reiki Ryoho), focusing on helping the body enter a deeply relaxed state where its natural restorative processes can function more effectively.
How Reiki May Help
During a Reiki session, gentle hands-on or hands-near techniques encourage deep relaxation. Many clients experience a sense of calm, mental clarity, and reduced tension as the body's parasympathetic nervous system—often referred to as the "rest and digest" response—becomes more active.
This relaxation response may help to:
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Reduce stress and anxiety
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Slow the heart rate
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Lower levels of stress hormones such as cortisol
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Support healthy blood pressure as part of an overall wellness plan
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Improve sleep and emotional wellbeing
What Does the Research Say?
Research into Reiki continues to grow. Some studies suggest that Reiki may temporarily reduce blood pressure and promote relaxation by calming the nervous system. While these findings are encouraging, Reiki should be viewed as a supportive complementary therapy, rather than a replacement for medical treatment or prescribed medication.
Managing high blood pressure often involves a combination of medical care, healthy nutrition, regular exercise, quality sleep, and effective stress management. Reiki can complement these lifestyle choices by helping reduce the physical and emotional effects of chronic stress.
If you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, always continue following the advice of your GP or healthcare professional and take any prescribed medication as directed. Reiki works best as part of a balanced approach to supporting your overall health and wellbeing.
21. What is the cancellation policy?
At Kikoh Reiki, I understand that plans can change and that sometimes you may need to cancel or move an appointment.
At the same time, your appointment time — and the treatment space reserved for you — is booked specifically for you. My practice operates from treatment rooms within Insight Matters, which requires a strict 48-hour cancellation policy for all room bookings.
For this reason, I kindly ask that you give as much notice as possible if you need to change your appointment.
48-Hour Notice
Appointments can be cancelled or rescheduled without charge when at least 48 hours' notice is provided. Cancellations or requests to reschedule made less than 48 hours before your appointment are subject to the full appointment fee.This is because the treatment room has already been reserved specifically for your appointment and paid, and the room booking cannot be cancelled or changed at short notice. Unfortunately, I am still required to pay for the room even when an appointment is cancelled within the 48-hour period. I appreciate that this can sometimes feel strict, but this policy is in place to cover the treatment space that has been committed to your booking.
Same-Day Cancellations & No-Shows
Appointments cancelled on the day of your appointment, or failure to attend without prior notice, will incur the full appointment fee.
Same-day appointments are also non-refundable once booked, as the appointment and treatment space are reserved and paid for immediately for you.
Why the 48-Hour Policy?
I appreciate that 48 hours can sometimes feel like a long time, and I completely understand that unexpected things can happen.
The policy is not intended to be punitive. It reflects the booking conditions of the treatment space I use. Once your appointment is confirmed, I am committed to the room booking whether or not the appointment ultimately goes ahead. Giving at least 48 hours' notice allows sufficient time for the appointment and treatment space to potentially be offered to another client.
Emergencies & Exceptional Circumstances
I understand that genuine emergencies and unforeseen circumstances can happen. If something unexpected occurs, please contact me as soon as possible. I will always listen and consider the circumstances, although any cancellation fee that applies may still be payable because of the room booking commitment.
Re-booking
If an appointment is cancelled within the 48-hour period, I will be happy to help you find another suitable appointment, subject to availability. Please note that rebooking does not automatically remove any cancellation fee that has already become applicable.
How to Cancel or Reschedule
If you need to cancel or change your appointment, please contact me by phone or email as soon as you know. The more notice you can give, the better — it gives me the opportunity to offer your appointment time to another client.
Acceptance of Policy
By booking an appointment with Kikoh Reiki, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this cancellation policy and agree to the applicable cancellation terms.
FAQ for Children
1. Is Reiki scary?
Not at all! Reiki is calm, gentle, and quiet. It’s like a soft blanket of energy that helps you relax.
2. What does Reiki feel like?
Some kids say it feels warm, tingly, or floaty. Others feel sleepy and cozy, like they’re about to dream. Everyone feels it in their own way.
3. Do I have to do anything during Reiki?
Nope! You just sit or lie down, keep your comfy clothes on, and relax. You can even close your eyes or daydream if you like.
4. Can kids really have Reiki?
Yes! Reiki is gentle and safe for children of all ages. It can help you feel calmer, happier, and more balanced — especially if you’re tired, worried, or just need some extra chill time.
5. What if I fall asleep during Reiki?
That’s totally okay! Lots of kids (and grown-ups) take a little Reiki nap. Your body is still getting all the good, peaceful energy while you rest.
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