Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about Reiki courses, attunement, certificates, online or in-person sessions, bookings and what actually happens in a session.
- What is Reiki?
- Reiki is a Japanese technique for relaxation and energy balancing, in which energy is passed through the palms, by light touch or slightly away from the body. It is used for deep rest, for periods of stress and tiredness, and for restoring your general sense of wellbeing. It is not a medical treatment and it does not replace medical consultation, diagnosis or any therapy prescribed by a doctor.
- How much does a Reiki course cost?
- The price of every course and every session is shown on its own page, in lei for Romania and in euros for visitors from other countries. I would rather you found the figure directly on the page you are interested in, so that it is always the current one. If you need clarification about what a particular course includes, write to me and I will answer.
- How long does a course last and how does the attunement work?
- The length varies from one course to another, and the attunement is given within the course itself, at the end of the learning part. The attunement is the moment that opens the channel you work through, and it is what makes a Reiki course different from a simple theory presentation. Once you have received it, it stays yours. For the exact schedule of a particular course, write to me and I will tell you.
- Do I need previous experience?
- No. Level 1 is designed for people with no experience at all. You do not need special training, a particular religious belief or any kind of talent. People come to me who want to help themselves through hard times, people who already work with others, and people who have had sessions and wanted to go further.
- Can the courses and sessions be done online?
- Yes. The courses are held live, online on Zoom, and individual sessions can be done either online or face to face. Reiki works at a distance too, and for people who are not from the Cluj area or cannot travel this is usually the most practical option. The way a session unfolds stays the same.
- What language are the courses held in?
- The courses are taught in Romanian. For participants from other countries, the courses are subtitled in their own language so that they can follow everything from start to finish. If you have a question during the course, you are welcome to ask it in English.
- Do I receive a certificate at the end of the course?
- Yes, you receive a certificate issued by me, as a master. What it attests and the context in which it can be used are things we go through in private, before you enrol - write to me and I will explain exactly what it involves.
- What will I feel during a session?
- It differs a great deal from one person to another. Some people doze off, others feel warmth, tingling or waves of relaxation, and others feel nothing in particular. All of these are normal responses, and none of them says anything about how well the session went. There is nothing for you to do during that time: you simply lie down or sit comfortably, fully clothed.
- Are there any contraindications?
- Reiki is a relaxation practice and has no known contraindications, but it does not replace medical consultation, diagnosis or treatment and must not be used in their place. If you are undergoing treatment, continue it. If you have a health problem, see a doctor first; energy work can go alongside medical care, never instead of it.
- What is the difference between Usui Reiki and Karuna Reiki?
- Usui is the foundational system, the one everyone begins with: levels 1, 2, 3 and Master. Karuna is taken up after you have completed the Usui path, and it works with different symbols and a different intensity. You cannot start straight away with Karuna, because each level rests on the one before it and each attunement needs its own time to settle.
- How do I pay and how do I book my place?
- You write to me on WhatsApp or through the contact form, you tell me what you are interested in, and together we settle the payment details and the date. There is no automatic payment on the site: I prefer that we talk first, so that I can be sure you are signing up for something that actually suits you.
- How do I work out what is right for me?
- Write to me briefly about what you are going through or what you are looking for, and I will tell you honestly what I think suits you - including when the answer is that I cannot help you, or that you should start with something else. There is no point signing up for a course or a session that does not answer your actual need.
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