Reiki for Balance
Experience the Healing Energy of Reiki with the Barefoot Healers
Welcome to the Barefoot Healers, where we offer Reiki treatments designed to balance your energy, restore harmony and support your journey to wellness. Bo, a Reiki Master with over 20 years of experience, provides personalised in-person treatments and powerful distance Reiki sessions, all infused with her deep connection to the healing energy of nature.
Bo's distance Reiki sessions are uniquely special, as she channels energy while walking barefoot through her lush garden on Portugal’s west coast. Grounded by the earth, she finds this practice enhances the connection between the healer and the recipient, creating a deeply restorative experience wherever you are in the world.
On Portugal’s stunning Silver Coast, Jennie and Bo also combine their healing practice with animals, offering gentle and transformative Reiki treatments with horses. The horses are so receptive to the Reiki energy and want to be part of the treatment. This work nurtures the bond between humans and animals, promoting emotional and physical balance for all beings involved. If you are interested in having a treatment with horses, just let us know.
Whether you visit us in person or experience the healing energy of Reiki from afar, the Barefoot Healers are here to support your well-being, naturally and holistically.
Just for today…
don’t get angry, don’t worry, do your best, be grateful, be kind.
What does Reiki feel like?
Everybody experiences Reiki differently. It produces a deep relaxation which promotes a sense of well-being on all levels. Some people experience sensations of heat, cold, tingling or see colours, whilst others can have an emotional response, or even just fall asleep. All of these sensations indicate that energy shifts are taking place, opening the door to harmony and balance.
Reiki can be used alongside any other conventional or complementary treatments and often helps to provide emotional support during recovery. Not only that, but anyone from any culture, faith or belief system can practise and benefit from Reiki.
This wonderful energy is available for everybody.
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Reiki Origins
Reiki orignated in Japan. It was rediscovered in the late 19th century by Dr Mikao Usui, and is a technique for relaxation and stress reduction that promotes happiness and peace of mind.
Reiki is a Japanese word - pronounced 'ray-key' - that means Universal Life Force. This Life Force energy is all around and within us. Sometimes our energy is low and we feel depleted. This can make us feel ill-tempered or more depressed than usual, and maybe even physically, emotionally or spiritually drained.
Reiki allows you to absorb more life force energy, it revitalises you and balances the energies in your body. This increase in energy can improve sleep and moods, helping you to settle into a more balanced state. It is a simple, natural and safe method of healing which is available to everyone and everything, even your pets.
Reiki is given by gently laying-on hands or sent across time and space with a distance treatment. For those who do not like, or cannot to be touched, Reiki can be given with the hands hovering over the body. The outcome is the same, whether you are on the couch in-person or having a distant session, Reiki treats the whole person - body, mind, emotions and spirit - leaving you with a feeling of calm, peace and balance.
Understanding Reiki Attunements
Reiki attunements are a crucial component of your Reiki learning journey. These sacred rituals, performed by a Reiki Master, serve to open and align your energy channels, allowing you to tap into universal life force energy. There are three attunements in total, each corresponding to a specific level of Reiki training. As you progress through these levels, each attunement will strengthen your connection to this energy and broaden your skills as a practitioner.
No special background or knowledge is required, so anyone of any age can learn and practise it. After your first attunement, you become a Reiki person - for life!
First Degree Attunement
Reiki Level 1 – Shoden
This initial attunement is a gateway to the world of Reiki, granting you access to universal life force energy. You'll learn basic hand positions for self-treatment and treating others, focusing on physical healing.
Second Degree Attunement
Reiki Level 2 – Okuden
At this level, you are introduced to sacred Reiki symbols, which amplify the energy and provide tools for specific intentions. Building upon the first, this attunement deepens your connection to the energy, enabling you to perform distant healing and address emotional and mental healing in yourself and others. Your intuition will begin to develop, allowing you to tune into the energy's guidance.
Third Degree Attunement
Reiki Level 3 – Shinpiden/Master
The third and final Reiki attunement marks a significant milestone in your journey, unlocking your full potential as a Reiki Master. This powerful attunement solidifies your connection to universal life force energy, empowering you with the ability to channel energy at its highest vibration. As a result, you will experience a heightened ability to create transformative healing experiences for yourself and others.
At the Shinpiden/Master level, you will learn advanced techniques such as aura and space cleansing, enabling you to maintain a clear and balanced energy environment. Additionally, you will have the privilege and responsibility of sharing this gift with others by teaching Reiki, offering attunements, as well as performing life-changing treatments.
The third degree Reiki attunement signifies your dedication to the practice and your commitment to serving as a conduit for the powerful healing energy that Reiki offers. As you embark on this new chapter, embrace your role as a Reiki Master and the profound impact you can make in the lives of others.
How the Attunements Work
During an attunement, the Reiki Master channels energy into the student and makes adjustments to their energy field. This process clears blockages, strengthens your energy channels and aligns you with the Reiki energy. Each attunement is unique, tailored to your individual energy needs.
Reiki attunements are more than a transfer of knowledge; they are a spiritual experience. They open you to a lifelong connection with Reiki, empowering you to heal yourself and others while continuing your personal growth journey.
If you’re ready to start your Reiki journey, the first step is just ahead. Each level builds on the last, opening doors to profound healing and transformation.
Our Reiki Services
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Reiki In-Person Treatment
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Reiki Distance Treatment
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Reiki Attunement Level 1
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Reiki Attunement Level 2
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Reiki Attunement Level 3 / Master
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We also have an online course called ‘How to Use Reiki for Energy Balance & Wellness’. This teaches a beginner’s level view of energy healing and the benefits it brings to the whole self.
This course is for anyone with an open mind and a curiosity about the power of Reiki. You will journey from Reiki novice to becoming ready to tap into the universal life force energy, for your own wellness and the wellness of others.
