Distance Reiki, also known as remote Reiki or absent Reiki, is a form of Reiki healing that is performed when the practitioner and recipient are not in the same physical location. In distance Reiki sessions, the practitioner sends healing energy to the recipient across any distance, whether it’s across the room, across the city, or even across the world.

The universal energy is not limited by time or space, and the practitioner can connect with the recipient energetically to facilitate healing. The practitioner uses intention, visualization, and Reiki symbols to send healing energy to the recipient, just as they would in an in-person Reiki session.

During a distance Reiki session, the recipient may be asked to find a quiet place to relax and be open to receiving the energy. The practitioner may use techniques such as visualization or a surrogate object (such as the photo of the recipient) to focus the energy and make the connection.

Benefits of distance Reiki may include stress reduction, relaxation, pain relief, emotional healing, and overall well-being.

Many recipients report feeling the effects of distance Reiki as if they were receiving an in-person session, including sensations of warmth, tingling, or relaxation.

Distance Reiki can be a convenient option for those who are unable to attend an in-person session due to distance, scheduling conflicts, or health concerns.

It can be just as effective as in-person Reiki when both the practitioner and recipient are open to the process and willing to connect energetically.