Reiki Therapy in Billerica & Lexington, MA

Healing energy for body, mind, and spirit.

At Blue Square Counseling, we understand that healing doesn’t always follow a straight line—and that wellness is more than just symptom relief. That’s why we offer Reiki as an integrative option for clients who want to address emotional and physical stress holistically. Reiki is a gentle, hands-on (or hands-off) energy healing practice that promotes relaxation, balance, and deep inner calm.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or simply feeling energetically drained, Reiki can be a powerful way to reconnect with your body and restore a sense of peace.

What Is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that supports the body’s natural ability to heal by encouraging the free flow of energy. The word “Reiki” means “universal life energy”—and this practice involves a trained practitioner guiding energy to flow where it is needed in your body.

While Reiki is not a replacement for psychotherapy or medical treatment, it is a wonderful complement to traditional counseling. It helps calm the nervous system, reduce physical tension, and create space for emotional healing.

Some clients describe Reiki as deeply meditative, while others experience it as a sense of warmth or lightness. No matter your experience, Reiki sessions are designed to be grounding, soothing, and supportive of your overall well-being.

How Does Reiki Work?

The body holds emotional experiences—and especially after stress or trauma, energy can sometimes feel “stuck.” Reiki helps gently release this energetic stagnation, supporting a return to balance and flow.

Reiki can be offered in person or via telehealth, depending on your needs and preferences. In an in-person session, you’ll lie fully clothed on a comfortable table while the practitioner places their hands lightly on or just above specific areas of the body, such as the head, shoulders, chest, abdomen, or feet.

In a telehealth session, the practitioner uses visualization and energetic connection to guide the treatment remotely, offering the same calming and supportive experience from the comfort of your own space.

Most sessions last 45–60 minutes and are deeply relaxing. Many people enter a meditative state—or even fall asleep—and often describe feeling lighter, calmer, and more emotionally centered afterward.

Who Can Benefit from Reiki?

Reiki is safe and beneficial for nearly everyone, including:

  • People experiencing anxiety, depression, or mood swings

  • Individuals healing from trauma or PTSD

  • Clients dealing with chronic pain or fatigue

  • Highly sensitive people (HSPs) or empaths

  • People recovering from burnout or overwhelm

  • Anyone seeking spiritual connection or emotional clarity

Reiki is especially helpful for clients who find it hard to talk about their emotions. It provides a gentle, nonverbal way to begin the healing process and reconnect with one’s body.

What to Expect in a Reiki Session at Blue Square Counseling

We create a welcoming, peaceful environment where you can fully relax. Here's what a typical Reiki session might include:

  • A brief check-in to discuss how you’re feeling physically, emotionally, and energetically

  • Lying fully clothed on a massage table in a comfortable room with soft lighting and calming music

  • A practitioner placing hands in a series of positions either lightly on the body or just above it

  • A sense of warmth, tingling, deep relaxation, or emotional release

  • Aftercare suggestions such as hydration, rest, or journaling

Our Reiki practitioners are trained in trauma-informed care, which means they understand how to work safely and respectfully with clients who have experienced emotional pain or body-based trauma.

Reiki as Part of a Holistic Counseling Approach

At Blue Square Counseling, we recognize the importance of treating the whole person. Reiki is offered as an optional adjunct to therapy and is never required. Some clients book Reiki sessions between talk therapy appointments to support emotional processing, while others choose Reiki as a grounding practice during especially stressful times.

We also offer Reiki to clients who are not currently in counseling but are seeking healing in a more body-centered or energetic way.

Reiki and Mental Health: A Supportive Partnership

While Reiki does not replace psychotherapy, studies and anecdotal evidence suggest that it can:

  • Reduce anxiety and promote emotional regulation

  • Improve sleep quality

  • Decrease symptoms of depression

  • Support recovery from trauma

  • Enhance a sense of spiritual connection or meaning

These benefits make Reiki a valuable option for those who are already engaged in therapy and looking for additional support.

Why Choose Blue Square Counseling for Reiki in Billerica & Lexington?

We bring the same compassionate, client-centered approach to Reiki as we do to our therapy services. Our team is warm, respectful, and attuned to your individual needs.

You don’t need to believe in energy healing to benefit from Reiki. Whether you’re curious or spiritually grounded, our sessions are designed to be safe, supportive, and deeply restorative.

We work with adults and teens in our Billerica and Lexington, MA offices and are happy to help you determine whether Reiki is a good fit for your wellness goals.

Common Questions About Reiki

  • Reiki is not tied to any religion. While it can support spiritual wellness, it doesn’t require belief in any particular system. It’s simply an energy-based healing practice focused on relaxation and balance.

  • Yes. Though the hands-on nature of the practice does make it especially effective in person, reiki can also be done virtually via telehealth at Blue Square Counseling.

  • Yes. Our Reiki practitioners are trauma-informed and prioritize consent, safety, and comfort. If you’ve experienced trauma, Reiki may offer a gentle entry point into body-based healing.

  • Yes! While many clients pair Reiki with therapy, you’re welcome to book Reiki as a stand-alone service.

Schedule a Reiki Session Today

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or depleted, Reiki can offer a path back to balance. Reach out to our Client Care Coordinator to schedule your first Reiki session or learn more about how energy work can support your mental health.

Discover the healing power of Reiki at Blue Square Counseling in Billerica or Lexington, MA.