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What does Reiki actually look like inside a physical therapy session?

In this episode of Healing Waves, Cathy explores how Reiki can be integrated into physical therapy and healthcare settings in a grounded, ethical, and clinically relevant way.

This conversation breaks down common misconceptions about Reiki in healthcare and explains how nervous system regulation, therapeutic presence, stress reduction, and patient safety all influence healing outcomes.

Cathy shares:

•  what Reiki looks like during a PT session 
•  how Reiki supports nervous system regulation 
•  the connection between stress, pain, and healing 
•  how clinicians may already be incorporating aspects of this work 
•  why Reiki does not need to be separate from evidence-based care 
•  how presence, breathwork, and patient-centered care affect recovery 
•  ways healthcare professionals can integrate calming, restorative approaches into treatment sessions without adding more time

This episode is especially valuable for:

•  physical therapists 
•  occupational therapists 
•  nurses 
•  massage therapists 
•  healthcare practitioners 
•  and anyone interested in integrative or holistic healthcare 
• Cathy also discusses her continuing education courses:
   Reiki I for the PT and Healthcare Practitioner and
  Reiki II for the PT and Healthcare Practitioner, designed specifically for clinicians who want to integrate Reiki and nervous system-informed care into their practice safely and professionally.
• If you are curious about Reiki in healthcare, integrative physical therapy, autonomic nervous system healing, stress physiology, or whole-person care, this episode offers a practical and compassionate introduction.

For more information on CEU courses combining Reiki certification training and integration into clinical practice:

https://healingwaves-reiki.com/ceus

https://healingwaves-reiki.com/