Reiki Ethics & Professional Practice Flashcards
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What is the recommended approach for a Reiki practitioner when a client discloses trauma during a session?
Answer: Hold space compassionately, gently continue or pause as appropriate, and refer to a mental health professional if needed
When trauma surfaces, the ethical practitioner holds compassionate space, responds with sensitivity, and recommends mental health support, recognizing the limits of Reiki's scope of practice.
According to Reiki ethics, can a practitioner send distance Reiki to someone without their knowledge or permission?
Answer: No, consent must always be obtained before sending Reiki to another person
Ethical Reiki practice requires obtaining permission before sending Reiki to another person, even at a distance, as everyone has the right to make their own healing choices.
In Reiki professional practice, what is a 'treatment agreement' or intake form used for?
Answer: To gather health information, explain Reiki, obtain informed consent, and document the client relationship
An intake form gathers relevant health history, explains the nature of Reiki, establishes expectations, and documents informed consent, forming the foundation of a professional client relationship.
What does the Reiki principle 'Just for today, be humble' (or 'show gratitude') encourage in a practitioner?
Answer: Acknowledging the source of healing beyond the practitioner's personal ego and being grateful for the ability to serve
This principle encourages humility about one's role as a channel rather than a healer, and gratitude for the opportunity to serve, keeping the ego in check during practice.
How should a Reiki practitioner respond if a client asks them to treat a child or a vulnerable adult?
Answer: Obtain consent from the parent, guardian, or legal representative and follow appropriate safeguarding protocols
Working with minors or vulnerable adults requires informed consent from their legal guardian and adherence to appropriate safeguarding policies to ensure ethical and legal practice.
What is the most important ongoing ethical obligation a Reiki practitioner has to their own practice?
Answer: Continuing education, self-care, and regular self-healing to maintain competency and personal integrity
Ongoing professional development, regular self-care, and personal Reiki practice are the core ethical obligations that ensure a practitioner remains competent, balanced, and able to serve clients effectively.