Do Reiki Practitioners See Dead People?

Christian Reifsteck | Standing Stones Healing Co.

Is it common to have people who have passed make their presence known to the practitioner? In my session, the practitioner said deceased family members were there. I will say whatever she did released some chronic pain I’ve had for years. I had previously tried many other things - medication, therapy, acupuncture, massage therapy, etc. I’ve now been pain free for two weeks. I’m open to whatever happened but also don’t want to be taken advantage of since I’d give just about anything to reconnect with my loved ones who have passed on.

I send you blessings over the loss of your loved ones. And yes, it is common for some Reiki practitioners to see or receive messages from loved ones who have passed over. Not all practitioners do, but many do. ​
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To me, at the center of your question is concern about whether or not you were taken advantage of. Based on the information you provided, I can't say for absolute sure of course, but it sounds to me like you were not. Often it's good practice to ask a client if they are open to receiving information and messages the practitioner has received, but it's common for practitioners to receive information while sending Reiki, including from loved ones who have passed over.​
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It also sounds to me like Reiki works for you to have such drastic relief from chronic pain with one session is wonderful! Everyone has different experiences with Reiki, and sometimes it takes multiple sessions to see improvement, especially depending upon the root of the pain, but it sounds like that pain was ready to move. Wonderful!!! You may very well want to consider Reiki again, since you've tried other modalities with no relief and Reiki has really helped after one session. Please feel free to ask any other questions, but I am excited for you and the improvement you've experienced after one session. Sending blessings!!!​
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