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Carer respite Reiki Services - Clinical Placement

Caron, the founder of Makoto ReikiDo, is a dedicated Reiki and Buddha Dharma Practitioner and Teacher with a career spanning the health sectors in the UK and Australia.

For over 16 years, she has integrated complementary therapies to support the wellbeing of carers, who are the backbone of any health system. Providing carer retreats and Reiki Treatment programs.

Service affiliations:

Southern Health (Now Monash Health) – Carer Respite Program Funded Retreat

BrainLink – Carer treatment program

Better Health Network – Carer Treatment Program and Carer Respite mini day retreats

Our Practitioners

Our Reiki practitioners embody the highest standards of professionalism and compassion, providing unwavering support to individuals during their Reiki treatments. They create a serene and nurturing environment, ensuring each session is tailored to the unique needs of the recipient. With a deep understanding of the healing process, our practitioners guide clients through their journey with empathy, respect, and dedication, fostering a sense of peace and well-being that extends beyond the treatment room.

Infection control standards

Our Reiki practitioners adhere to the highest clinical standards in infection control, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for all clients. They meticulously follow protocols for cleanliness, including regular handwashing, and use of personal protective equipment. By maintaining these standards, our practitioners prioritise the health and well-being of everyone, creating a space where healing can occur without the risk of infection.

Documentation standards

Our Reiki practitioners maintain professional record-keeping to ensure the highest standards of care and accountability. Detailed records of each session, including client progress and treatment plans, are carefully documented. This practice not only supports the continuity of care but also allows for personalised treatment adjustments, ensuring our client receives the most effective and tailored Reiki experience. Through diligent record-keeping, our practitioners uphold the integrity and professionalism of their healing practice.

Reiki Treatment Benefits

Reiki treatment offers a multitude of benefits for those seeking holistic healing and well-being:

  1. Stress Reduction and Relaxation: Reiki promotes deep relaxation, helping to reduce stress and anxiety. This can lead to improved mental clarity and emotional balance.
  2. Pain Relief: Many people experience relief from chronic pain and discomfort through Reiki, as it helps to release tension and promote natural healing processes.
  3. Emotional Healing: Reiki can help to release emotional blockages, providing a sense of peace and emotional well-being. It supports the healing of past traumas and emotional wounds.
  4. Enhanced Energy Levels: By balancing the body’s energy flow, Reiki can boost overall vitality and energy levels, making individuals feel more energized and rejuvenated.
  5. Improved Sleep: Regular Reiki sessions can improve sleep quality, helping individuals to feel more rested and refreshed.
  6. Support for Medical Treatments: Reiki can complement traditional medical treatments, enhancing their effectiveness and helping to reduce side effects. It supports the body’s natural healing processes.
  7. Spiritual Growth: For those on a spiritual path, Reiki can deepen their connection to their inner self and the universe, fostering spiritual growth and awareness.

Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive practice that can be a valuable addition to anyone’s health and wellness routine, promoting overall well-being and harmony.

Outcomes

Measuring the below key factors

  1. Relaxation
  2. Pain
  3. General sense of wellbeing

Outcomes demonstrated a 2-3 point improvement in all of the above areas.

In some circumstances there was marked swings in 6-8 point improvement demonstrating the level of stress our carers live under daily. Finding the safety of the space and relaxation to be of great benefit.

The above shows temporary relief of the symptoms of stress however longer term benefits are not known as our service and study is limited to short programs of funded services.

Carer respite retreats

We invite providers to collaborate with us in organising retreats tailored for carers, focusing on their unique needs through the practices of Reiki and meditation. By combining our expertise, we can create a nurturing environment where carers can rejuvenate, learn, and grow. These retreats will offer a blend of healing sessions, mindfulness practices, and Reiki teachings, empowering carers to enhance their well-being and better support those they care for. Join us in this meaningful endeavour to provide holistic support and foster a community of healing and compassion.

What participants shared with us

“Fulfilling experience, thank you”

” The wonderful journey of moving through fog to delicious lightness”

“Wonderful inner healing sessions”

“Feeling relaxed focused on wellbeing for myself and my family”

“This is something that I had wanted to learn, I’m feeling I’m on the right path for living the best version of me, what I am learning will not just benefit me”

“Thank you for the lovely healing experience and teaching”

“These sessions helped reduce my pain for several days then I noticed a slow return”

“Beautiful rest, so needed”