Do I need any experience or special ability?
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Absolutely not. Reiki is not something you learn — it's something you're attuned to. You don't need any background in healing, spirituality, or wellbeing. The only thing you need is an open heart and a genuine desire to help. I've taught complete beginners from every walk of life.
Can I really use it on my children and pets?
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Yes — this is one of the most beautiful things about Level 1. Once you're attuned, you can offer Reiki to children, babies, and animals. It's wonderfully gentle, and many parents find it transforms bedtime routines, anxiety, and hyperactivity in their children. Pets often gravitate toward it naturally.
I have ADHD — do I need any adjustments?
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Please just let me know — I'm here to make this work for you, not the other way around. I was diagnosed with ADHD during perimenopause myself, so I understand this from the inside. The course naturally suits different learning styles: we move between discussion, hands-on practice, and quieter moments — there are no long lectures or rigid sitting-still sessions. The attunement itself often brings a rare and genuine stillness to a busy mind. If there's anything specific that would help you feel more comfortable — breaks, movement, written materials, a quieter space — just ask. Nothing is too much trouble.
I'm going through menopause — is Reiki relevant for me?
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Very much so — and this is something I understand deeply. Perimenopause was one of the biggest health challenges I've personally faced. It was also when I received my late ADHD diagnosis, which so many women experience at this stage when hormonal shifts amplify everything. Reiki became a cornerstone of how I navigated that time — supporting my nervous system, improving sleep, and helping me find steadiness on the most overwhelming days. I now teach from that lived experience, not just from a textbook. You'll leave with a daily practice you can genuinely draw on through every stage of this transition.
Can Reiki help with fertility?
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Reiki supported me through my own IVF journey, and it's something I hold very close to my heart. In the middle of fertility treatment — with all its uncertainty, waiting, and emotional weight — Reiki gave me a way to stay connected to my body and release anxiety rather than carry it. I now have two children, and Reiki is still part of our family life. While it isn't a medical treatment and I'll always be honest about that, the stress reduction it offers is real and meaningful — and chronic stress is known to affect fertility. Many women use it alongside IVF or natural conception support, and I'm glad to talk through how it might support you specifically.
Where does the course take place?
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The course is held at Haven, Stonehaven — a beautiful, welcoming space at 3 Market Square Buildings, Stonehaven, AB39 2BY. Haven is a calm, nurturing venue that feels completely in keeping with the spirit of the course. If you need any help with directions or travel, just get in touch.
What does "trauma-informed" mean, and why does it matter?
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Trauma-informed practice means that everything about how I teach — the environment, the language I use, the pace, the choices I offer you — is designed with an awareness that many people carry experiences that have affected their nervous system, their sense of safety, or their relationship with their body. You will never be pushed, rushed, or put on the spot. Consent is central to everything we do. You are always in control of your own experience. Nothing is compulsory. This approach matters because healing work done in a space that feels truly safe lands so much more deeply — and because many of the people Reiki serves (those navigating stress, hormonal change, ADHD, fertility, or difficult life seasons) deserve a space where they can exhale completely.
What if I'm not sure Reiki is right for me?
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I offer a free discovery call for exactly this reason. No sales pressure — just a chance to ask any questions, share where you are, and see if this feels right. Many students tell me the call alone was reassuring. I'd love to speak with you.
Can I pay in instalments?
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Yes — payment by instalment is available on request. I never want money to be the reason someone can't access this. Just get in touch or mention it when you book a discovery call and we'll find something that works for you.
