reiki is a hands on/off energy healing modality where the practitioner acts as a vessel for universal life force energy.  this is the energy that keeps our hearts beating, the grass growing, and the sun rising each and every day.  this energy knows exactly where in the body healing is needed when applied using reiki.  the practitioner has been attuned so that the energy flows through their chakras and hand chakras into the chakras of the recipient, implementing healing,

reiki activates the bodies own healing ability working with the body's chakra system.  blockages are removed, toxins cleansed, and balance and harmony is restored.  reiki can only be used for positive healing intentions; negative energy is never sent.  reiki healers do not use their own energy, but rather channel universal life force energy through their hands, transmitting the energy allowing it to work within their client's chakras.  the healing energy is sent whether or not their hands are placed upon your body.  reiki that transcends time and space is known as "distance reiki."  this type of reiki allows healing to be conducted, no matter when or where the practitioner or client may be.

reiki is not used to medically diagnose any illnesses or disease, and should not be sought after as a "cure."  reiki is not intended as a one-stop "quick fix."  one session will not end most issues we humans experience, but rather offers an invitation to meeting the energetic make-up of your body.  people have reported feeling sensations of hot/cold, vibrations, buzzing, tickling, pulsations, swirling sensations, chills, etc.  reiki is never painful, but may release some pent up/repressed emotions and/or unusual physical reactions.  one may burst into laughter, or one may burst into tears.  some are awake for the entire session, some fall asleep.  everyone is different and no two sessions are alike.  i suggest you give it a try if you already haven't to create an experience for yourself and an opinion of your own.

there are a variety of reiki styles, but these seven are the most common forms:

• usui reiki-  first form of reiki developed in japan by dr. usui, and is the most common style of reiki practiced in the west.  this technique is practiced in four aspects and can be further broken down into nine elements: history, initiation, monetary exchange, oral tradition, five precepts, spiritual lineage, symbols, teaching form, treatment.

• karuna reiki- used in buddhism and is heavily focused on the pursuit of nirvana.

• seichim/sekehem reiki- pulls vibrational energy from the ancient egyptian goddess sekhmet.

• jikiden reiki- considered most pure form; unaltered form of usui.

• rainbow reiki- an offshoot of usui; spiritual form encouraging cooperation with angels and deities.

• lightarian reiki- considered the natural progression from usui and karuna towards perfection and is based of 8 vibrational bands.

• kundalini reiki- focuses on energies without symbolism. developed in denmark.

i will give you a confirmation call the day before your first session to provide my address, and to briefly discuss your health/energy concerns and to also answer any questions you may have.  my space is a welcoming, peaceful and safe, judgement-free zone. once you arrive, we will sit briefly to discuss any concerns or questions you my have before we begin, as well as review any "no-touch" zones, if any. we then head to my "reiki room" where you'll hop on my massage table lying face up to begin, and then i will have you flip on to your stomach  (only if this feels ok for you) when it's time.

i begin with a body scan to access and read your energy wheels, or chakras.  reiki is an intelligent energy that always knows exactly where healing is needed, but the body scan helps with the intuition and integration of it all.  the body scan consists of me gliding my hands through your aura and is finalized by me placing my hands on the crown of your head.  after the body scan, i will ask you to accept the healing, as this helps set the intentions.

 i will then begin giving you reiki by hovering my hands above your head at your crown chakra.  i continue with the healing by placing/hovering my hands in other spots on or above your body to send healing energy to your chakras.  then i'll have you flip on to your to your stomach (only if this feels ok for you) to complete the rest of the session.    

people have reported feeling sensations of hot/cold, vibrations, buzzing, tickling, pulsations, heaviness, swirling sensations, chills, etc. during their session.  reiki is never painful, but may release some pent up/repressed emotions.  one may burst into laughter, or one may burst into tears.  some are awake for the entire session, some fall asleep.  everyone is different and no two sessions are alike.   

sessions typically are conducted in 30 or 60 minutes, depending on what you decide.  i recommend 30 minutes for beginners.  i allow for extra time in-between bookings ensuring you receive the full 30 or 60 minutes of reiki, not reduced due to time talking, using the restroom, etc.  

at the end of your session, once you've re-awakened, we will discuss what you and i experienced and then book your next session, if desired.  this is when payment will be collected.  see buttons for pricing menu and to schedule your session.

welcome! my name is nichole cherie, aka master nichole cherie, and i currently reside on chicago's beautiful south side.  although healing is where i focus my energies these days, when it comes to work, i have worn many hats, so to speak.  i have pursued many different careers, but never felt i was fulfilling my purpose.  i have also had my fair share of days in pain and emotional stress due to migraines, herniated cervical discs, menses issues, joint pain and overall fatigue. i have also lost jobs because of those days in pain. 

the last five years of my life have been devoted to getting to know myself, getting to understand why i did/do, what i did/do, and why i behave(d) certain ways.  i have become reacquainted with my physical, emotional and energetic bodies and have learned how to listen and connect.  you could say i underwent spiritual awakening and have gained a whole new perspective on life as well. 

 i began seeing a reiki practitioner in 2020 after a scary diagnoses, and i was looking for an alternative to pills.  i found a clinic near my home that offered reiki and after only 3 sessions, my scans were significantly improved!  with regular reiki sessions, vitamins and supplements, along with my altered approach, i am happy to say i experience more good days now than i did in my twenties!  days in pain are no longer a part of my experience, and i couldn't be more grateful.  i feel more at peace, less anxiety, just over-all relaxed and assured that i am safe and loved.  

i have received great results with reiki.  so much so, that i was inspired to become a reiki healer and then reiki master.  since i myself know what it's like to experience daily discomfort and/or pain, i can maybe relate to what you are going through.  reiki doesn't work on just physical ailments, but also emotional imbalances, detoxifying impurities, and mental clarity.  

maybe you've been experiencing depression lately, fatigue, fog-brain, over/under stimulated, or just feel "off".  perhaps you are an athlete and have an old injury that needs to heal completely? perhaps childhood trauma needs some releasing?   maybe you are trying to lose weight, quit smoking, or get pregnant?  maybe you feel great and just need a tune-up?  reiki, reiki, reiki.  reiki will work on whatever you intend it to as long as you set the intention of accepting it's healing knowing your body is capable of healing itself.

on another note.....

wtf is reikitikkitavi?  hahaha! cute name, no?  when we were kids, one of my cousins gave me the nickname "nikkitikkitavi."  this is based off the children's story rikki-tikki-tavi, from the jungle book, where an orphaned mongoose finds himself defending his human family from two ferocious king cobras, and concludes victorious!  

i see reikitikkitavi as a sort of metaphor- reiki is the mongoose who is defeating the two snakes- the medical and pharmaceutical industries.  hence, their double snake logo....

please know that i do not condemn the use of medical doctors and/or prescriptions as a part of  the personal healing journey/regimens.  reiki can be a great tool integrated in with your current treatment plan which can produce even greater results!  personally, i combine western and eastern medicinal practices into my healing regimen because that is what works best for me at this moment.  please do not think i look down upon those who take prescriptions, etc.

and finally, i received my level III usui reiki mastery attunement from master gara kataka at we heal university in march 2023.  i also an am ordained minister through universal life church.  take a look at my menu of services below to decide how receiving reiki, or any of my other offered services, best fits you and your schedule.  you can come to me, i can come to you, or we can meet via facetime/ zoom/skype.  whatever's clever!    

until next time! <3 master nichole cherie