What is Energy Healing?

Energy healing is a gentle yet powerful approach to well-being that focuses on rebalancing the body’s natural energy flow. While we often think of ourselves as purely physical beings, we are actually made up of intricate energy systems that influence our overall health—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Ancient healing traditions like Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda have long recognized the importance of this energy flow. When our energy becomes blocked, sluggish, or disrupted, it can manifest as pain, anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, or even difficulty healing from injuries. Have you ever felt drained for no clear reason or noticed how stress can take a toll on your body? That’s your energy system at work. Energy healing techniques help clear these blockages, restoring balance and encouraging the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Whether through Reiki, acupuncture, chakra balancing, or other energy-based therapies, this practice offers a path to greater harmony, vitality, and inner peace.

Life can leave us carrying old emotions, fears, and limiting beliefs that weigh us down—sometimes without us even realizing it. You might know something isn’t working in your life, but figuring out how to change it isn’t always easy. That’s where energy therapy comes in. It offers a way to shift what feels stuck, often working when nothing else does. And the best part? It’s something you can learn to do for yourself. One of the biggest challenges in life is feeling out of control. When we don’t feel safe—whether emotionally, physically, or energetically—it affects everything. Energy therapy helps restore a sense of safety and balance, counteracting those deep-seated feelings of helplessness. With each practice, you remind yourself, “I can be okay no matter what,” and “I have the power to heal myself.” Taking your healing into your own hands isn’t just empowering—it actually shifts your nervous system out of fight, flight, or freeze mode, helping your body and mind return to a state of calm and resilience. The more you practice, the more you’ll realize that the key to healing has been within you all along.

Not at all! In fact, if you don’t know what’s holding you back, you’re in good company. Most people don’t. We often sense that something isn’t quite right—we feel stuck, unmotivated, or drained—but we can’t always pinpoint why. And that’s okay. You don’t need all the answers to start shifting your energy and moving forward. I know this firsthand. When I began my own healing journey, I didn’t have a clear understanding of what was keeping me stuck—I just knew that something had to change. Over time, I discovered the hidden patterns, outdated beliefs, and emotional blocks that had been quietly shaping my life. Now, I help my clients and readers do the same, guiding them toward their own moments of clarity and breakthrough. The beauty of energy healing is that it works even when you don’t have all the pieces of the puzzle. As you start practicing, you’ll naturally begin to uncover what’s been holding you back. And sometimes, those discoveries can be surprising—even amusing! We often realize that we’ve been carrying around fears and beliefs that don’t even belong to us, or that we’ve been tripping over the same old habits without even realizing it. So, don’t worry if you don’t have all the answers yet. Healing is a journey, and every step you take—no matter how small—moves you closer to freedom, clarity, and the life you truly want. The most important thing is to begin.

Not at all! Energy healing isn’t just for physical illness—it’s for anyone who wants to feel more balanced, grounded, and in tune with themselves. In fact, if you’re not experiencing any physical symptoms, you’re already ahead of the game! Many of the challenges we face—stress, anxiety, overwhelm, or even feeling stuck—start in our energy field long before they show up in the body. Have you ever had a situation where you suddenly got sick, but when you looked back, you realized you’d been emotionally drained or stressed for weeks? That’s because our emotions, thoughts, and energy patterns affect us long before physical symptoms appear. The good news is that emotional and energetic shifts can happen much faster than physical ones. Energy healing can help release grief, fear, worry, or anger before they settle deeper into the body. And if you are dealing with something physical, energy work can support your body's natural healing process. So whether you’re feeling great and just want to maintain your well-being, or you’re looking to shift something deeper, energy healing is a powerful tool for everyone. It’s not just about fixing what’s “wrong”—it’s about feeling your best, inside and out.

Absolutely! Energy therapy isn’t meant to replace medical care—it’s designed to work alongside it, enhancing whatever treatment plan you’re already following. Your physical body and your energetic body are deeply connected, yet they each function in their own way. That means energy healing won’t interfere with your doctor’s recommendations, medications, or natural remedies—it will only support them. I’ve seen this firsthand with so many clients. As we begin clearing emotional and energetic blocks, the body becomes more receptive to healing. It’s like removing the roadblocks that were slowing down progress—suddenly, all the good things your doctors and holistic practitioners are doing can work more effectively. Think of it this way: If you’re trying to heal while carrying stress, fear, or emotional resistance, your body may not be fully open to receiving the benefits of treatment. Energy therapy helps shift those underlying patterns, creating space for true healing to happen. So whether you’re using traditional medicine, holistic therapies, or a mix of both, energy healing can be a powerful ally in your journey. It supports your entire system—body, mind, and spirit—helping everything work together in harmony.

Not at all! Energy therapy isn’t tied to any religion—it’s simply about clearing energy blocks and restoring balance in the body. It’s not about what you believe; it’s about how you feel. I’ve worked with clients from all different faiths—Jewish, Christian, Mormon, Jehovah’s Witness, and even those who don’t identify with any religion. Not one of them has ever felt that energy healing conflicted with their beliefs. That’s because energy therapy isn’t about changing what you believe—it’s about helping you feel lighter, more balanced, and more connected to yourself. I always respect each person’s spiritual or religious path and never integrate religious terminology into my work unless someone specifically asks for it. This practice is about you—honoring where you are and helping you release what no longer serves you, in a way that feels right for you. At its core, energy healing is about peace, connection, and well-being—something that can complement any belief system or spiritual practice.

I know—it’s the answer no one really wants to hear, but…it depends! Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all, and your journey will unfold in the way that’s best for you. When I work one-on-one with clients, I usually see big shifts start happening between the third and sixth session. But healing isn’t just about one moment of change—it’s a process, like peeling back layers of emotional and energetic buildup that have contributed to where you are today. Your body already knows exactly what order it needs to release things, and when we trust that process, everything flows much more smoothly. Sometimes, seemingly small emotional blocks need to be cleared before we can get to the deeper layers that are keeping physical or emotional symptoms locked in place. I always follow both my intuition and yours during a session, even if it takes us in an unexpected direction—because that’s often where the real breakthroughs happen! Emotions like grief, fear, and anger tend to shift more quickly, while physical symptoms can take a bit more time. That’s because emotional release reduces stress on the body, allowing the immune system and nervous system to reset and heal at their own pace. And here’s something I’ve seen over and over again—pushing for quick results can actually slow down healing. It might sound counterintuitive, but sometimes our symptoms have been protecting us in ways we don’t even realize. If healing happens too fast, the body can feel threatened, and that can create resistance. Instead of rushing, we focus on working with your body’s natural rhythm, creating lasting, sustainable change. Some shifts happen quickly and feel like light bulb moments. Others are more gradual and unfold over time. Either way, trust that your healing is happening exactly as it should. I never get tired of watching the process unfold, and I can’t wait for you to experience it, too.