Energy Healing

Energy healing is a complementary wellness practice based on the idea that the body has subtle energy fields that can influence physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Practitioners believe that balancing or directing this energy may help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support the body’s natural healing processes.

Common forms of energy healing include:

• Reiki
• Therapeutic Touch
• Healing Touch
• Qigong

How it is typically described

During a session, a practitioner may:

• Place their hands lightly on or just above the body.
• Focus on specific areas believed to have energy imbalances.
• Use breathing, meditation, or visualization techniques.
• Create a calm environment to encourage relaxation.

Potential benefits reported by participants

Some people report:

• Reduced stress and anxiety
• Improved relaxation
• Greater sense of emotional well-being
• Better coping with illness or pain

Scientific perspective

Research has found that energy healing can help some people feel more relaxed and supported, but there is limited scientific evidence that an unseen energy field can be measured or that energy healing directly treats medical conditions. Many observed benefits may be related to relaxation, attention, touch, meditation, and the placebo effect.