As a Reiki Master practitioner, I could tell you all about the benefits of Reiki from a theoretical or energetic perspective but nothing speaks more clearly than the lived experiences of the people I work with.
Over the years, I’ve supported clients in person and online and I’ve seen again and again how Reiki helps people release what they’ve been unnecessarily holding on to for much too long, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with more ease. Some come because they’re stuck, some are burned out, some are simply curious — and all of them leave having experienced something deeply personal to them, often unexpected, and usually transformative.
Here’s what I’ve learned about the real benefits of Reiki — straight from the feedback of the beautiful souls I’ve had the privilege of working with.
1. Reiki brings emotional release and clarity
Many people come to Reiki when they feel emotionally overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by things they can’t quite put into words. Often they’ll say:
“I don’t feel like myself.”
“I’m carrying something but I don’t know what.”
“I’ve been trying to cope but I feel stuck.”
During and after a session, clients often experience a powerful emotional release — sometimes with tears, sometimes through deep rest, and sometimes simply with a shift in perspective.
One of my clients recently shared: “It was a balancing experience. Releasing and realignment I didn’t even know I needed.” – C. Goldstone
Another said: “I could feel a deep sense of relaxation and clarity during our session.” – J. Whelan
Reiki works on the energetic level, with the results are often felt emotionally first. Feelings need to be felt. If not, those suppressed feelings weigh us down and can even cause physical illnesses. Reiki allows the trapped emotions to shift and lift.
2. Reiki allows for reconnection with Self
In our busy, overstimulated world, many people feel disconnected — not necessarily only from others, but from themselves. They feel they no longer have a sense of self. They’ve lost touch with their own energy, their intuition, or their sense of purpose.
One of the most powerful pieces of feedback I’ve ever received came after a session where a client said:
“I left feeling rejuvenated, balanced, and more connected with myself.” – G. Coetzee
This is what Reiki often does. It helps quiet the mental noise, calm the emotional waves, and bring you back to your own centre.
3. Reiki gives a physical & energetic reset
Reiki is often described as relaxing and while that’s true, it’s also more than that. When your nervous system settles and your energy realigns, your body can begin to heal too.
Clients have told me about:
- Feeling tension melt away from the shoulders or jaw.
- Getting the first good night’s sleep in weeks after a session.
- Experiencing less pain, or an awareness of where emotions were stored in the body.
One of my clients said: “I left feeling grounded, yet high on life.” – G. Koorzen
That grounded yet energized feeling is a hallmark of energy moving back to balance.
Distance Reiki Is Just As Powerful
You don’t need to be in the same room to receive Reiki. Energy isn’t bound by geography — it moves with intention and the awareness of our oneness with each other. Some of the most beautiful and powerful sessions I’ve had were with clients hundreds (even thousands) of kilometres away.
One distance client wrote: “The energy work was intense yet soothing, and I could feel the shifts happening even from a distance. It brought a sense of balance and clarity that I truly needed.” – A. Pienaar
Another said: “This Distance Reiki session was an important step on my road to recovery.” – S. Botha
Whether in Mossel Bay, Joburg, or London, my clients report that Distance Reiki sessions left them feeling calm, energetically lighter, and emotionally rebalanced. They are quite often surprised at how it’s possible to feel the effect of the healing energy from afar, but Reiki has never been limited by time or space. And best of all, you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home to experience the clearing blocked energy, nervous system reset and relaxation.
What Does the Research Say About The Benefits of Reiki?
While Reiki is still considered a complementary therapy, it’s increasingly recognised as a supportive practice for emotional and physical wellbeing.
According to Cancer Research UK, “People who have had Reiki have said they feel better afterwards. They report feeling more relaxed, less anxious, and less tired.”
They also note that while more scientific research is needed, Reiki has been used to reduce pain, promote relaxation, and support emotional wellbeing in clinical settings — particularly for people going through chemotherapy or dealing with the emotional trauma of a cancer diagnosis.
My Background & Approach
I was trained in London by Torsten Lange, founder of The Reiki Academy London, one of the most respected teachers of Reiki in the world. His approach, rooted in both traditional Usui Reiki and a modern understanding of energy, has shaped me and set me upon my own journey of continued learning and a deeper understanding of holistic health. Today, I teach Reiki to others in South Africa and continue to work with clients both in-person and online.
I believe healing is a collaborative process where you bring your willingness to find healing, and I hold the space for your system to realign and return to wellness.
Final Thoughts
Reiki is not about fixing you, because you’re not broken, it just reminds you who you are beneath all the stress, the stories, and the survival mode.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or just need a space to come back to yourself a Reiki treatment can give you the pause, shift, and reset you need. If any of this resonates with you, I’d love to support you.
I offer in-person sessions in Mossel Bay and George, as well as three options for Distance Reiki for clients anywhere in the world. Feel free to contact me to book a session or learn more about how Reiki can support your healing journey.
