Restore, Reset, Remember: How Reiki Supports Nervous-System Healing

Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive energy healing practice that supports relaxation, emotional release, and nervous-system repair. At Da Estrela Wellness, Zo blends trained Reiki technique with trauma-informed care to help you rest more deeply, move through overwhelm, and reconnect with your inner calm.

What Reiki actually does (the sciencey, sensible version)

While Reiki comes from a spiritual lineage, modern clients often experience measurable physiological shifts: increased parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) activation, slower breathing, and a sense of calm that helps lower perceived stress. Researchers and clinicians studying hands-on and hands-off energy work suggest effects are likely a mix of nervous-system regulation (activation of the vagus nerve and changes to heart-rate variability), deep relaxation response, and the therapeutic context — a safe, held space where the body can move toward balance.

Reiki benefits people notice:

• Faster, deeper relaxation and improved sleep
• Reduced feelings of stress and overwhelm
• Emotional release and clearer thinking after sessions
• Gentle support during recovery, grief, or life transitions

Who Reiki is for

Reiki is ideal if you want a non-invasive, restorative session — especially if you’re sensitive to touch, recovering from stress, or looking for a complementary practice to support therapy or medical care. Reiki is not a substitute for medical treatment; it works best when combined with self-care and any necessary clinical care.

Reiki FAQs

Q: Is Reiki the same as massage?

A: No — Reiki is primarily energy work; you remain fully clothed and typically lie still while the practitioner uses light touch or hands-off techniques.

Q: How many sessions do I need?

A: Many clients feel better after one session; deeper patterns often shift with 3–6 sessions spaced over a few weeks.

Book a gentle reset

Ready to try it out? Book a Reiki session with Zo at Da Estrela Wellness and choose a session length that fits your needs. Schedule your appointment here.