What is the difference between Reiki and Healing Touch?
Reiki comes from an ancient tradition, originating in Tibet and was rediscovered in the mid 1800’s by Dr. Mikao Usui, who was the Dean of a small Christian university in Kyoto, Japan. It, like healing touch, uses energy for healing and is primarily given to the recipient through light touch. Reiki is taught by a Reiki Master Therapist/Teacher and should be studied and practiced over a period of time determined by the Reiki Master. Healing Touch is a program of study founded by Janet Mentgen, RN and endorsed by the American HNA. Rather than a technique, it is a series of touch techniques, again using energy and the hands of the “healer.” The healing touch therapies, like Reiki, are painless and pleasant and may be used to reduce or alleviate pain, promote healing of both mind and body, reduce anxiety, and assist the recipient in personal growth. Do you teach Reiki and healing touch? I am a Reiki Master Therapist/Teacher in traditional Reiki, the oldest and purest form of Reiki. I do tea
