THETA HEALING and REIKI

ARE YO U LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO SUPPOT YUR MENTAL HEALTH HEALING?

CONSIDER THETA HEALING or REIKI FOR RELAXTION

 

Theta-Based Meditation Work

What Is It?

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“Theta” refers to a naturally occurring brainwave pattern associated with deep relaxation and focused awareness. Theta brainwaves are most commonly present in early sleep, deep meditation, hypnosis, and other calm, reflective states. In this state, the mind is relaxed yet aware — often allowing access to subconscious material such as memories, emotions, beliefs, and imagery.

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In therapeutic settings, guided techniques that support a theta-like state can help clients access deeper layers of thought and feeling in a safe and intentional way.

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Why Work in a Theta State?

Research in neuroscience shows that slower brainwave states are associated with:

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• Deep relaxation

• Increased availibility (as in hypnosis) for healing

• Access to subconscious (stored) material

• Emotional processing

• Creativity and insight

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When the nervous system is calm and regulated, clients may be better able to explore long-held beliefs, emotional patterns, and stored stress responses.

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What This Work Involves

Theta-based meditation work is a guided, deeply relaxed process that integrates:

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• Mindfulness and breathwork

• Imagery and visualization

• Cognitive reframing

• Intention setting

• Emotional processing

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In this state, clients may be able to:

• Identify limiting beliefs, negative self-narratives or narratives placed by others

• Process unresolved emotional experiences

• Release stored stress or trauma responses

• Develop healthier cognitive and behavioral patterns

• Strengthen self-compassion and resilience

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Rather than “removing” parts of the self, this work supports integration — helping clients replace outdated coping patterns with healthier, more adaptive ones.

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Mind-Body Connection

Many therapeutic approaches recognize that emotional stress and trauma can be held somatically (in the body). Chronic stress can contribute to physical tension, dysregulation, and health challenges over time.

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Through guided awareness, clients may notice where emotions are felt in the body and gently work toward releasing or softening those sensations. This aligns with somatic and trauma-informed therapeutic models that acknowledge the body’s role in emotional processing.

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Areas of Focus

Sessions may include guided meditations designed to support:

• Healing from attachment wounds

• Early developmental repair imagery

• Self-worth and identity strengthening

• Releasing inherited family narratives or patterns

• Stress reduction and nervous system regulation

• Clarifying life goals and intentions

• Relationship healing

• Personal growth and empowerment

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Work may address experiences on multiple levels, including:

• Core beliefs formed in childhood

• Intergenerational family patterns

• Personal life history

• Deep identity and meaning-making

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Important Note

This work is a complementary therapeutic modality designed to support emotional wellness, insight, and personal growth. It is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care, but may be integrated alongside other evidence-based treatments when appropriate.

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Reiki

What Is It?

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Reiki is a Japanese relaxation technique that supports stress reduction and overall well-being. The word “Reiki” combines two Japanese terms that can be translated as “universal” and “life energy.” In practice, Reiki is a gentle, hands-on (or hands-near) approach intended to support the body’s natural relaxation response.

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What to Expect

During a session, you remain fully clothed and either lie comfortably on a massage table or sit in a relaxed position. The practitioner places hands lightly on or just above specific areas such as the head, shoulders, hands, and feet.

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The goal is not to “fix” anything, but to create a calm, regulated state in which the nervous system can settle. Many clients report:

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• Deep relaxation

• Reduced stress and anxiety

• A sense of warmth or gentle sensation

• Increased emotional clarity

• A feeling of peace or groundedness

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Sessions may include soft music or a quiet atmosphere to support relaxation.

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How Reiki Supports Wellness

Chronic stress can impact both physical and emotional health. Practices that promote relaxation help regulate the nervous system, which in turn supports emotional resilience, immune function, and overall well-being.

Reiki is considered a complementary wellness practice. It does not replace medical or mental health treatment, but may be integrated alongside other therapeutic or healthcare approaches.

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Want more information, or want to book an appointment?

Contact:

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Dr Lora Coleman, LCSW @ 305-298-6561

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