What Is Reiki?

Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive form of energy work rooted in the Japanese tradition of hands-on healing. Our certified Reiki Master uses light touch or hovers her hands just above your body to help your nervous system settle and your body’s natural rhythms restore.

You remain fully clothed. There is no massage, manipulation, or pressure. Reiki works with the body’s subtle energy fields to calm the nervous system, quiet the mind, and create space for you to reset.

Reiki pairs well alongside massage, medical care, and other forms of therapeutic work. Many of our clients book Reiki alongside our Personalized Massage or Total Body Tune-Up sessions for a comprehensive wellness experience.

Pricing

Single Session

30 minutes – $50

60 minutes – $90

90 minutes – $125

120 minutes – $160

Included in Your Session

  • Detailed intake and discussion of your goals
  • A quiet, comfortable environment
  • Full Reiki hand position sequence
  • Additional time in areas of held tension
  • Time to gently transition back at the end
  • Post-session recommendations

Who Benefits from Reiki?

Reiki is especially well-suited for:

  • People with sensitivities that make traditional massage difficult
  • Clients who cannot receive massage due to skin conditions, healing wounds, or medical restrictions
  • People recovering from surgery or injury who need bodywork before massage becomes appropriate
  • Anyone in active cancer treatment seeking complementary support alongside their care team
  • Older adults or people with fragile skin, bruising, or limited mobility
  • Clients with a history of trauma who find traditional touch overwhelming

How Reiki Feels:

Every Reiki session is unique, and each person experiences it differently. What we hear most often from clients:

  • They fell asleep for the first time in weeks
  • Their mind went quiet in a way it hadn’t in months
  • They felt warmth or gentle tingling moving through their body
  • They cried in a way that felt like release, not sadness
  • They left grounded and centered instead of scattered
  • They woke up the next morning actually rested
  • Their shoulders dropped, and stayed dropped
  • Something they had been carrying felt lighter

Some people notice these shifts during the session. Others feel them settle in over the following 24 to 48 hours. Both are common.

What to expect during your session

Intake and Setup (5 to 10 minutes):

Your practitioner will discuss what brought you in, any physical or emotional concerns you want to address, and what you hope to experience. This is also a chance to ask questions if you are new to Reiki.

The Session:

You will lie fully clothed on a massage table, covered with a light sheet if you prefer. Soft music plays in the background. Your practitioner uses a series of hand positions, either lightly touching or hovering above your body, moving from head to feet throughout the session.

There is no talking required during the session. Most people close their eyes and rest. Some fall asleep. Whatever you experience is exactly right.

Session Flow:

Your practitioner works through traditional Reiki hand positions covering the head, chest, torso, and limbs. Extra time may be spent in areas where you carry tension or where they sense energetic congestion. The pace is unhurried and intuitive.

Closing:

The session ends gently. Your practitioner will let you know when you can slowly sit up. Take your time coming back to full awareness. Water is available if you need it.

Booking Tips

For Your First Session:

Arrive 10 minutes early to settle in and complete any paperwork. Wear comfortable clothing you can relax in. Eat lightly beforehand and hydrate well.

What to Tell Your Practitioner:

  • Any physical concerns or areas of held tension
  • Emotional or mental states you would like support with
  • Whether you have received Reiki before
  • Any sensitivities to touch, sound, or scent
  • What you hope to experience or gain from the session

After Your Session:

Drink plenty of water. Give yourself time to reintegrate before jumping into demanding activities. Notice how you feel over the next 24 to 48 hours. Many people report continued benefits, improved sleep, and shifts in mood in the days following a session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sleep is one of the most common reasons people book Reiki, and it is also one of the most consistent experiences clients report. Many first-time clients tell us they slept better the night of their session than they had in weeks. Reiki calms the nervous system and helps your body drop into deeper rest, both during the session and often for several nights after.

Many people with anxiety find Reiki grounding and calming. It offers a way to give the nervous system a break without needing to talk, think through, or process anything. Reiki is not a substitute for therapy or medication, but it can be a valuable complement to whatever other support you already have in place.

Reiki is gentle enough for people in active treatment, and many oncology programs offer Reiki as complementary support. It requires no physical manipulation, no undressing, and no exertion on your part. Please talk with your medical team before booking, especially if you have concerns about touch, positioning, or timing around your treatments.

No. Most of our clients arrive curious or skeptical, and neither is a problem. Reiki does not require any beliefs, and it is not a religious practice. You come in, you lie down, you receive. Whatever you experience is exactly right.

That is normal. Reiki often creates space for emotions to surface that have been held in the body. If tears come up during your session, your practitioner will simply hold space for you. There is no need to explain or manage what comes up.

Some people report vivid sensations during Reiki. Others feel very little during the session itself and notice the benefits over the following days. Both are common, and neither means the session did not work. If you are new to Reiki, arrive without expectations and see what shows up.

Reiki sessions are available at both Massage Rx locations: our Irwin office at 12320 US-30 and our White Oak office at 1714 Lincoln Way. Katherine, our Reiki Master, provides all Reiki sessions. Check her availability at each location when you book.

Yes. Many of our clients travel to Massage Rx from throughout Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties, including North Huntingdon, Greensburg, Murrysville, Level Green, McKeesport, and Monroeville. Our Irwin location is convenient to Route 30 near Norwin Town Square, and White Oak is on Lincoln Way.

No. You remain fully clothed throughout the session. Wear something comfortable that you can lie in easily.

Reiki is traditionally offered with light touch at each hand position, though your practitioner can also work with hands hovering just above the body if you prefer no touch. Let your practitioner know your preference at the start of the session.

No. Reiki is a complementary practice that supports relaxation and wellness. It is not a substitute for medical or mental health care. Continue to follow guidance from your healthcare providers.

It depends on what you are working with. For general stress management, once a month is a common rhythm. For active life transitions, recovery, or emotional processing, weekly or biweekly sessions may be helpful for a period of time. Your practitioner can help you decide what makes sense for you.

Yes. Many clients enjoy alternating between Reiki and massage, or booking them close together in a wellness week. You can also explore our Memberships & Packages for ongoing care at both locations.

Katherine, our certified Reiki Master and Front Desk Coordinator, provides all Reiki sessions at Massage Rx. You can learn more about Katherine on our team page.