It is interpreted to mean higher knowledge or spiritual consciousness.  This is the wisdom that comes from the Higher Self and is all – knowing.  Reiki can be defined as spiritually guided life energy and guides itself with its own wisdom..

Reiki works on “cause” rather than effects” of Dis-Ease..Reiki energy has several basic effects: it brigs about deep relaxation, destroys energy blockages, detoxifies the system , provides new vitality in the form of healing universal life energy, and increases the vibrational frequency of the body.  In Reiki the hands are placed above the recipient, and it is the recipient that draws the energy as needed.

Great master teachers of ancient wisdoms and poetic truths have historically sighted inner landscapes as prime locations for launching journeys to discover the realities of ourselves, our purpose, our connection with the universe.

You see, it is after all, about us. Not the self-focused, self-involved little us, devoid of interaction and regard for others. Rather, the Us that seeks to find our true function among humanity. The Us that will allow Spirit’s urge to move toward our divine, ideal expression of life at Its fullest, most joyful condition.

Let’s equate this joyful condition to the typically beloved food-chocolate. Consider the relationship between this dark, satisfying substance we crave, and the similar seeking for dark, satisfying connection to the soul. How can we savor the sweetness of the shadow (chocolate), inherent in soul journeys, while acknowledging, yet not indulging in, the fear, guilt, and shame possibly encountered while diving deeply into this bittersweet chocolate of our soul?

As we begin this journey inward, longing for the depth of experience, we can safely engage with these bittersweet moments, as the practitioner gently guides this chocolate experience. We are assisted in accessing our inner intelligence which transforms old traumas into wholeness. Like water for chocolate, life itself supports this bittersweet journey.

This Healing Process is particularly useful for:

* Transforming addictive/habitual behaviors and patterns on ALL levels

Holistic means relating to or concerned with the wholes or with complete systems rather than the treatment of parts.The physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of a being is treated so as to stimulate the self-healing potential.

This process assists in discovering and healing the underlying root causes of habitual destructive behaviors that can rule our lives. It is based upon the ancient wisdom that there is beyond the “addictive identity” that offers the possibility of moving out of shameful identites into the place of wholeness and strength of our True Natures. The problems underlying dependency habits have both physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual components. The “why” may not always be apparent since it is hidden by the addictive/habitual behavior or substance or other symptoms that may mask the pain. It takes a specialized approach to uncover and transform specific reasons for dependency.

The practitioner supports the process by assisting us in discovering what was once hidden. Trapped energies can be transmuted and integrated back into the river of life – our flow strengthens. As we are guided to source; insights, healing and joy await our arrival and may delight our senses.

Holistic Psychotherapy, as practiced here, is based upon the principle that life is a metaphor. The whole body, or being, which includes the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual bodies, is seen as a bridge to the soul, and a vehicle for personal transformation. This work focuses on developing spiritual maturity and psychological insight, allowing needed space in which to make life choices, allowing needed space in which to live freely.

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This process of art therapy, which is not about making art, can alleviate emotional stress and anxiety by creating physiological response of relaxation or by altering mood, and increase serotonin in the brain.

Because art expression is not a linear process and need not obey the rules of language, it can express many complexities simultaneously. This process can help people explore and express themselves authentically and find relief from overwhelming emotions, crises, or trauma. Insights and a sense of well-being may be some of the outcomes.

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The flame is the essence of a unique spiritual light. Mystics of all ages have glimpsed a “spiritual spectrum” behind the physical spectrum. Radiant colors, more pure and rare than those found on earth, emanate from a brilliant, “inner” divine light. Just as a ray of sunlight passing through a prism refracts into seven colors, spiritual light splits into seven colors, or “rays” – each of which has specific divine qualities. The violet flame comes forth from the violet ray, which has the qualities of mercy, forgiveness, freedom and transmutation.

The color violet has long been associated with spirituality. Having the highest frequency in the visible spectrum, violet is at the point of transition to the next octave of light. To the ancients, this transcendental color was a spiritual rather than a physical phenomenon.

An experiential approach to reconcile conflict and create connection and intimacy in important relationships. By learning and practicing expression of desires, needs and yearnings and listening skills, we may increase our ability to tolerate and be present to difficult emotions. We are better able to bring forth our best self so as to participate in the creation of a more intimate loving authentic partnership.

Growth takes root in a past laid to rest.

Family Constellations, as developed by Bert Hellinger, is a highly effective way of healing on a deeply felt energetic level, with long-term and often life changing results. It has been observed that often we unconsciously “take on” destructive familial patterns of guilt, pain, anxiety, depression, alcoholism and other forms of illness as a way of belonging to our families. We sense the issues are bigger than the circumstances but find ourselves powerless to resolve them as they occur over and over, even through the generations. Constellation Work brings to light the hidden forces behind being stuck. Hidden entanglements re-brought to light and barriers to LOVE,HEALTH,PROSPERITY, and WELLBEING may be removed. Whether in an individual or group setting a “constellation” has been described as having the effect of “several years of therapy condensed into a single hour.” It reaches beyond the mind, transforming real images into powerful forces for healing that can impact the entire family- past, present, and future

Family Constellations can enable participants to:

• Resolve misunderstandings, entanglements and blocks in family-, partner- and other relationships
• Break cycles of disconnection, alienation, abuse and dysfunction in the family
• Address parenting problems and painful family situations
• Deal positively with severe illness and death
• Uncover reasons for physical and emotional suffering and take steps towards healing (i.e. migraine, asthma, eating disorders, chronic backache, depression, anxieties and phobias, suicidal tendencies, drug and alcohol abuse)
• Understand the “bigger picture” of any life situation
• Gain insight into professional conflicts

A holistic approach to recovery from alcohol, drugs and other addictive behaviors. Holistic means relating to or concerned with wholes or with complete systems rather than the treatment of parts. Your body, mind, emotions, and spirit will be treated so as to stimulate your self-healing potential.

This process will assist in discovering and healing the underlying causes of these behaviors that run your life and achieve recovery. The problems underlying dependency have both physical and psychological components-anemia, hypoglycemia, ADD, brain-wave pattern imbalances, or deep emotional pain. The “why” may not always be apparent because it is hidden by the addictive behavior or substance and other symptoms that mask your pain. It takes a personalized approach to uncover and treat the specific reasons for dependency.

Whether past lives represent metaphors, myths, or a reality; exploring their existence may open access to our souls and enliven our present existence.

This Healing Journey accesses altered states of consciousness, where we may expand to the realm of soul awareness, where we are whole and unlimited potential. As a result, during the session, our physical body resonates to create greater balance with Spirit, while the ego is able to move into an adjusted form, allowing a rekindling of energy that results in more vibrant health and rejuvenation.