Reiki (pronounced RAY-key) is a method of natural healing based on the application of 'Universal Life Force Energy'.  The name 'Reiki' literally means universal life force energy.  It is a laying of hands healing / energy work technique thousands of years old.  It is believed to have roots in ancient Tibet and was rediscovered by Dr. Makio Usui of Japan in the late 1800's.  It is very powerful yet simple, easily learned and practiced by anyone.

Universal life energy or Ki is the vital life force that makes possible and maintains the existence of everything.  It allows for all action and reproduction.  You exist because of Ki.  It sustains you and keeps you healthy.  The practice of Reiki is the art and science of activating, directing and applying Ki.  Reiki therapy consciously focuses and balances this energy within your entire being, allowing you to stay healthy and to heal yourself or others.

Reiki can be used by anyone who receives the attunement: small children, the elderly and all ages in between (even pets).  There are no religious, educational or intellectual requirements for its effective use.  Reiki requires no "faith".  If you close an electrical circuit with your hand you get a shock whether or not you believe you will.  Reiki works in a similar fashion:  by closing the Reiki circuit, you get Ki energy.  Once you are attuned to Reiki,  It flows through you and out your hands just as electricity flows to a lamp through its plugged in cord.