Investigating perceived stress and pain reduction following brief Reiki sessions in high-stress communities: an exploratory study

“Results: Reiki sessions were provided to 1,724 members of high-stress communities throughout Chicago. The majority of participants reported significant change in stress (72.62% reduction overall) and pain (63.34% reduction overall) following a single ten-minute session. Quantitative results were statistically significant, with a p-value of <0.01 in all categories. Most participants felt very relaxed and reported feeling less pain and profound surprise at the positive outcome post-session.”

Favorite feedback: "This is one of the best ideas OEMC has had—bringing you all here to help us. Thank you!”

Reiki is a familiar sight now at Chicago’s Office Emergency of Management Communications, and we are beginning to recognize some ‘regulars’ who take advantage of our services given the opportunity.

Favorite feedback: "I feel like a barrier over my head is lifted.”

Chicago PD’s Alternate Response Section is made up of officers on desk duty for medical and other restrictions keeping them from their regular duties. They work alongside the 3-1-1 Call Center responding to Chicago residents seeking information and support in a wide variety of situations. We thank them for helping to keep our city running smoothly, and hope they heal fast so they can return to their regular police work.

Favorite feedback: "Wow! I feel amazing.”

That’s the level of comfort you hope to offer someone who’s lost a loved one to homicide. We’re so grateful for the gift of Reiki and invitations into spaces where people are receiving support.

Favorite feedback: "I feel like I’m floating on a cloud—Wonderful!”

INVC has been credited in the news recently as a force helping to bring down violent crime in Chicago’s streets. Their civilian infrastructure of violence interruption is working. We are honored to support their inner peace as they conduct this challenging and dangerous work to keep us safe.

Favorite feedback: "This is one of the best ideas OEMC has had—bringing you all here to help us. Thank you!”

We love helping the helpers, and the OEMC is chock full of them. A great day of Reiki for us and all who participated!

Favorite feedback: "Incredible—OMG. I have no words. Exceptional!!”

We love helping the helpers, and the OEMC is chock full of them. A great day of Reiki for us and all who participated!