Reiki master Barry Ashby works by appointment from the Treatment Room at The Hillcroft.
If you would like to book a Reiki session with Barry during your stay then call or e-mail to
reserve our treatment room and arrange a mutually convenient time. Note:- Reiki sessions at The Hillcroft may
be booked by non-residents. Please call for more information.
WHAT IS REIKI?
The practice of Reiki is an original method of healing, developed by Mikao Usui in Japan in the
early 20th century. Reiki's natural healing energy works on every level, not just the physical,
and promotes the body's regenerative self-healing ability.
The Japanese word Reiki means 'Universal Energy'. Eastern medicine has always recognised and worked
with this energy, which flows through all living things and is vital to well-being.
Reiki is a non-invasive therapy whose purpose it is to treat holistically and restore homeostasis.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
The energy of Reiki can be used to great effect in many ways. Whether one is suffering from stress
or tension, and the many symptoms associated with this, or wishing to improve the quality of
relationships at home or work, the beneficial effects of Reiki occur on many levels. Reiki can
accelerate the healing of physical problems, balance the emotions, and free us from restrictive mental attitudes.
It may also provide a closer connection with inner wisdom.
Reiki encourages and supports positive personal change such as improving the diet, having more rest, exercise or
leisure time, and may reduce the need for alcohol and tobacco. Reiki can allow us to respond more calmly to all
events, and build on a more resourceful state of being. Reiki is a gentle energy and may be used safely by all ages,
including the newborn, pregnant mothers, surgical patients, the frail and the elderly, regardless of their state of
health. Reiki can enhance everyday life, and regular sessions help to ward-off illness and fatigue.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING A SESSION?
A session is usually carried out with the client lying down or sitting, in a comfortable and peaceful environment.
There is no need to remove any clothing. The practitioner places their hands gently, in a series of positions, on
or over the body. The client's system automatically draws in only as much Reiki as is needed, using it in whatever
way is most appropriate at the time. Reiki may be felt as a flow of energy, mild tingling, warmth, coolness, other sensations, or nothing at all.
Reiki is deeply relaxing, eases stress, and has a calming effect. Treatment is enhanced if one can rest for a while afterwards and drink plenty of water to
help the body detox. Be responsive to the needs of your body, eg resting if tired, and allow the energy to continue its work after the session ends.
The beneficial effects may be felt for several days.
REIKI MASTER BARRY ASHBY
Barry is a qualified Reiki practitioner, holding a Reiki teachers Masters degree, and is a member of the UK Reiki Federation.
