“Why do I feel so emotionally drained?”
“Why am I always tired, even when I sleep well?”
“Why do my relationships keep getting sour, I keep attracting the same painful patterns? Why?
These are questions clients often bring to me. Is this relatable?
What if I told you that the answers to these questions in your subtle energy centres, not just in the physical body but in your chakras.
Let’s walk through story, science, and soul—as I answer some of the most frequently asked questions about chakra healing through Reiki.
What are Chakras, and Why Do They Matter?
“Is My Body Only Physical?” – NO!
Let’s Understand the Layers of Your Being. This is one of the most eye-opening truths on the healing journey.
You are not just a body. You are a multi-layered being made of energy, emotions, thoughts, and spirit.
Let’s break it down simply.
Just like the Earth has layers—core, mantle, crust—you also have layers or “bodies” beyond just your skin and bones. These are called subtle bodies or energy bodies, and each one plays an important role in your health, emotions, and spiritual growth.
What are these 5 Layers of our Being – Pancha Koshas & Beyond
We are just not made of the body that we see, there is more than the physical existence- let’s see what they are
Physical Body (Annamaya Kosha)
This is your gross body, made from the food you eat.
What you can touch and see – Muscles, bones, organs, skin – this is the body we feed, dress, and move every day.
But remember: This is just the outermost layer—like the outer bark of a tree.
Connection to Chakras: Though the chakras aren’t in this kosha, their imbalances show up here as physical illness or tension.
Etheric Body (Pranamaya Kosha)
The energetic blueprint of your physical body. This is where your chakras and aura live.
This is the life-force sheath made of prana—the energy that animates your body.
This kosha holds your nadis (energy channels) and chakras.
It’s like the wiring system of your body. If a chakra is blocked here, it’s like a circuit shorting out.
Reiki works directly on this kosha, clearing and restoring the flow of prana so your physical and emotional well-being improves.
Emotional Body (Manomaya Kosha)
Holds your feelings, memories, and emotional patterns. This is where your thoughts, emotions, desires, and sensory experiences live.
It is also where vrittis (mental waves or fluctuations) rise and fall. These vrittis can disturb your inner peace and clog your chakras.
When you feel stuck in repetitive thoughts, emotional overwhelm, or mood swings—this kosha is overloaded.
Reiki and chakra healing help soothe these vrittis, quiet the mental noise, and release emotional baggage stored in the chakras.
Mental Body (Vijnanamaya Kosha)
Your thoughts, beliefs, inner dialogue. This is your higher mind – where insight, discernment, intuition, and wisdom arise.
When this kosha is clear, you can differentiate between the voice of your ego and your soul.
A balanced chakra system—especially the Ajna (Third Eye) and Sahasrara (Crown) chakras—helps you access this kosha more easily.
Reiki attunes you to your inner guidance by aligning your higher chakras, strengthening your connection to divine wisdom.
Causal/Spiritual Body/ Bliss Body (Anandamaya Kosha)
The deepest layer. This connects you to your soul and divine source., closest you your true self.
It’s the layer of pure joy, peace, and oneness—beyond the mind and senses.
You touch this state during deep meditation, spiritual bliss, or unconditional love.
When Reiki and chakra healing bring your energy into harmony, you experience glimpses of this bliss layer—even amidst daily life.
So, where do chakras fit in?
Your chakras don’t live in your physical body like your heart or liver. Instead, they reside in the etheric body—which is like your energetic twin. At first glance, the word “chakra” may seem like spiritual jargon, But in truth, chakras are ancient wisdom backed by modern energetic science.
- Imagine your physical body is the hardware of a computer.
- Your etheric body is the energy grid or software that runs it.
- If there’s a glitch in the software (like a blocked chakra), it eventually shows up in the hardware (your physical body) as pain, illness, or imbalance.
This is why sometimes, even if doctors say you’re “fine,” you can still feel off—because the imbalance is in your energy field, not just your physical body.
When we do Reiki and chakra healing, we work through this energy field, bringing it back to balance—so your physical, emotional, and mental health all improve naturally.
The concept of chakras dates back to the Vedas, the oldest Hindu scriptures, and was later elaborated in yogic traditions and Tantric Buddhism. The word chakra means “wheel” in Sanskrit, referring to spinning vortices of energy located along the spine. These energy centres govern our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being., these seven main chakras run from the base of your spine to the crown of your head.
Each chakra governs certain emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of your life:
- Root (Muladhara): Safety, survival, grounding
Location: Base of the spine
Element: EarthAn imbalanced Root Chakra can lead to anxiety, insecurity, and financial struggles. Reiki sends stabilizing energy to this chakra, anchoring you to the present moment and fostering a sense of safety and security.
Affirmation: “I am grounded and secure.”
- Sacral (Svadhisthana): Element Water, Emotions, pleasure, creativity
Location: Lower abdomen
Element: Water
Blocked emotions and creative stagnation often indicate an imbalance in the Sacral Chakra. Reiki gently dissolves energetic blockages, restoring passion, sensuality, and emotional fluidity.
Affirmation: “I flow with creativity and joy.”
- Solar Plexus (Manipura): Power, confidence, will
Location: Upper abdomen
Element: Fire
A weak Solar Plexus Chakra results in self-doubt, digestive issues, and lack of motivation. Reiki infuses this chakra with empowering energy, boosting confidence and igniting personal power.
Affirmation: “I am powerful and in control of my life.”
- Heart (Anahata): Love, compassion, forgiveness
Location: Center of the chest
Element: Air
Heart chakra imbalances manifest as grief, resentment, or difficulty forming relationships. Reiki works as a balm for the soul, dissolving emotional wounds and opening the heart to unconditional love.
Affirmation: “I give and receive love freely.”
- Throat (Vishuddha): Expression, communication
Location: Throat
Element: Ether
Fear of speaking up, thyroid issues, or sore throats often signal an imbalanced Throat Chakra. Reiki clears suppressed emotions and enhances clear, authentic communication.
Affirmation: “I express myself with confidence and honesty.”
- Third Eye (Ajna): Intuition, inner vision
Location: Between the brows
Element: Light
A blocked Third Eye Chakra can lead to confusion, lack of foresight, or feeling disconnected from intuition. Reiki heightens inner wisdom, strengthens psychic abilities, and enhances mental clarity.
Affirmation: “I trust my inner guidance.”
- Crown (Sahasrara): Spiritual connection, enlightenment
Location: Top of the Head
Element: Divine Consciousness
When the Crown Chakra is blocked, one may feel lost, depressed, or spiritually disconnected. Reiki re-establishes a divine connection, fostering peace, oneness, and higher consciousness.
Affirmation: “I am connected to universal wisdom.”
When either one of the chakras is imbalanced, you may feel unwell, emotionally lopsided, or stuck in life. Reiki offers a gentle but powerful way to restore that energetic flow.
So What Is Reiki, Really?
Great question. Reiki (pronounced ray-kee) is a Japanese healing art rediscovered by Dr. Mikao Usui in the early 20th century. It translates to “Universal Life Energy”—Rei meaning universal, and Ki meaning life force energy (similar to “Prana” in Ayurveda or “Qi” in Traditional Chinese Medicine).
As a Reiki practitioner, I serve as a channel for this divine energy, allowing it to flow through my hands into your energy body. It’s non-invasive, hands-on or hands-off, and works on your chakras, aura, and cellular memory.
How Does Reiki Heal My Chakras?
Let me take you through what typically happens in a Reiki session.
Picture this: You’re lying on a mattress / massage table. The room is dimly lit, incense swirling in the air, and a soft healing hum nearby. I begin placing my hands lightly above your chakras, one by one.
You feel warmth, a tingling, maybe even a wave of emotion. Sometimes, people cry. Others laugh. Many fall asleep.
Here’s how Reiki interacts with each chakra:
- 🟥 Root Chakra: Grounds scattered energy, releases fear and survival anxiety
- 🟧 Sacral Chakra: Unblocks emotional trauma, enhances joy and sensuality
- 🟨 Solar Plexus Chakra: Boosts self-worth and digestion of life experiences
- 💚 Heart Chakra: Opens pathways to love and forgiveness
- 💙 Throat Chakra: Clears suppressed truths and enables free expression
- 💜 Third Eye Chakra: Sharpens intuition and inner clarity
- 🤍 Crown Chakra: Restores your divine connection and purpose
Each session is like energetic surgery for the soul—yet painless, loving, and deeply sacred.
Is There Any Scientific Research Supporting Reiki’s Effect on Chakras?
Yes—and the science is catching up with what ancient mystics already knew. There has been an extensive research on the Connection Between Reiki and Chakras
The relationship is deeply rooted in the idea that improved energy flow within the chakras can lead to enhanced well-being, emotional balance, and spiritual growth. Sharing a sneak peak of key areas of exploration, along with significant research findings:
- Energy Systems in Traditional Medicine
- The chakra system has long been a central aspect of Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Indigenous healing practices.
- The concept of prana (life force in Ayurveda) and Qi (vital energy in TCM) closely mirrors Reiki’s principles.
- Ancient texts like the Upanishads and Tantra Shastras describe chakras as energy centres affecting both the body and the mind.
- Key Scientific Insights:
- A 2017 study in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine showed significant reductions in stress, depression, and anxiety after Reiki sessions.
- Dr. Beverly Rubik’s research on Reiki’s effect on the human biofield ( the energy field that surrounds the body ) shows that Reiki can restore electromagnetic balance in the body.
- HeartMath Institute’s studies show how Reiki increases heart coherence and resilience.
- Hospitals like Hartford Hospital and Columbia-Presbyterian have integrated Reiki into patient care, citing better sleep, reduced pain, and faster recovery times.
These findings point toward Reiki’s ability to shift the body from sympathetic (fight or flight) to parasympathetic (rest and digest)—a state where true healing begins. Chakras respond to this shift by naturally aligning themselves.
Scientists are even investigating how Reiki affects brain wave patterns, heart rate variability, and cellular repair. The placebo effect has been considered—but repeated studies show Reiki creates measurable results beyond placebo. ( Read my next blog on connection of Reiki with Science)
- Chakra Blockages and Physical Health
- Studies suggest that unhealed emotional traumas can manifest as physical ailments linked to specific chakras.
- Chronic back pain and financial instability are often associated with a blocked Root Chakra.
- Digestive issues and low self-esteem correlate with an imbalanced Solar Plexus Chakra.
- Emotional wounds, heartbreak, and asthma often indicate Heart Chakra blockages.
- Techniques in Chakra Healing through Reiki
- Reiki practitioners use symbols like Cho Ku Rei (power), Sei He Ki (emotional healing), and Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (distant healing) to target chakra imbalances.
- Integrating crystals, sound therapy, and meditation enhances Reiki’s effectiveness.
- Client Experiences and Case Studies
- Reiki practitioners worldwide document transformative cases of chakra healing.
- Clients often report profound emotional breakthroughs, increased vitality, and even relief from chronic conditions after Reiki sessions.
- Psychological and Emotional Aspects of Chakra Healing
- Reiki has shown potential in trauma recovery by working on stored energy blockages within the chakras.
- Mental health practitioners are integrating Reiki for emotional regulation, anxiety relief, and PTSD healing.
- Integrative Healing Approaches
- Reiki is now widely used in hospitals, wellness centers, and holistic therapy programs.
- Combining Reiki with yoga, meditation, and psychotherapy creates a holistic healing approach.
- Educational Frameworks for Chakra Reiki
- Structured Reiki training programs focus on chakra healing techniques for practitioners.
- The demand for certified Reiki Masters specializing in chakra healing is growing.
Even though science is still catching up, ancient texts like the Upanishads, Tantra Shastras, and Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras have long emphasized the link between prana (life force energy) and the chakras
But how do these chakras get imbalanced in the first place?
Great question. Life, in all its ups and downs, has a way of leaving imprints on our energetic system. A traumatic experience, a stressful job, suppressed emotions, heartbreak, fear, or even societal conditioning — all of these can cause energetic blockages.
For example, if you’ve been in situations where your safety was threatened (even emotionally), your Root Chakra might constrict. You may feel ungrounded, anxious, or have money fears.
If you were made to feel ashamed of your emotions growing up, your Sacral Chakra could dim, making it harder to connect with your creativity or sensuality.
Let’s say you weren’t allowed to express your anger or speak your truth — this often tightens the Throat Chakra, leading to physical symptoms like sore throats or thyroid imbalance, or emotional ones like people-pleasing or fear of confrontation.
Sometimes, these blockages don’t even come from this lifetime. They can be inherited patterns, ancestral trauma, or past life residue — energetic impressions that carry forward until healed. In yogic philosophy, these are called vrittis — mental-emotional whirlpools that form over time and become imprints in the mind-body field. Reiki, in its loving intelligence, helps dissolve these vrittis gently over time.
The beautiful part? No matter how long something has been stuck, healing is always possible. Reiki helps not by “forcing” anything open, but by creating a compassionate space where your energy begins to remember how to flow again.
Can Emotional or Psychological Issues Be Linked to Chakra Imabalances?
Absolutely—and this is where it gets really interesting.
Your chakras don’t just affect your energy. They are emotional databases. Stored trauma, childhood wounds, and toxic conditioning often lodge themselves in these energy centres.
Some examples:
- An imbalanced Root Chakra may manifest as chronic fatigue, money issues, or panic attacks.
- An imbalanced Solar Plexus might show up as digestive disorders, people-pleasing, or a deep fear of failure.
- A closed Heart Chakra could mirror heartbreak, trust issues, or even asthma.
Reiki helps release these emotional “knots”, often leading to powerful breakthroughs. I’ve seen clients recover from years of grief in a few sessions. One woman who hadn’t cried in ten years sobbed through a session—and walked out lighter.
Can You Share Any Real-Life Stories?
I could write a book! Here are a couple that always stay with me.
Priya (name changed), a corporate executive, came to me emotionally burnt out. She’d been successful on the outside but hollow inside. Her Solar Plexus was dim, and her Throat Chakra was tightly blocked. After three sessions of Reiki healing, and journaling, she started speaking her truth at work—and even resigned to start her own wellness business.
Rahul ( name changed) a 40-year-old dealing with heart palpitations and insomnia, discovered his issues were rooted in an unresolved heartbreak from his 20s. Reiki helped open his Heart Chakra, and he not only began sleeping soundly but also reconciled with his father after a 10-year estrangement.
One of my clients, Soumya (name changed), came to me with crippling anxiety. She had frequent panic attacks, couldn’t sleep without medication, and always felt like the ground beneath her feet was unstable — metaphorically and literally. We began exploring her Root Chakra, which governs safety, survival, and the feeling of being supported in the world. During our Reiki sessions, I intuitively placed more energy around her lower spine and legs. With time, she opened up about early childhood experiences — moving often, a volatile home, and a constant fear of not belonging. As we worked through this energetically, combining Reiki with grounding meditations and affirmations, her symptoms began to ease. Over a span of a few months, she reported fewer panic attacks, started walking barefoot on the earth daily, and eventually returned to a more stable, rooted lifestyle. Her anxiety didn’t vanish overnight — but it no longer controlled her life. She said, “It’s like my body finally believes the world is a safe place to exist.”
Another beautiful soul, Rajiv (name changed), came in with chronic digestive issues — IBS, bloating, and intense sensitivity to food. All medical tests showed mild to no cause, and yet his discomfort was real and persistent. Spiritually, these kinds of issues often relate to the Solar Plexus Chakra — our center of willpower, self-esteem, and digestion (both physical and emotional).
In our sessions, I sensed a tight knot in his abdomen. As we worked through it with Reiki, he shared that he had always struggled with control — at work, in relationships, even over himself. He had internalized a deep fear of failure, and this had started manifesting physically in his gut.
We combined Reiki with breathwork and inner child healing. Over time, his digestive issues significantly reduced. He also took bold steps in his life — setting healthier boundaries, and even pursuing a creative project he had shelved for years. He called it a “gut awakening.”
Each of these stories is a testament to how healing doesn’t happen to you — it happens through you.
Reiki simply opens the door, gently guiding your energy back into balance. The body begins to respond. Sometimes it’s subtle, other times it’s profound, but always, it’s sacred.
These are not just coincidences. They are the outcomes of aligning energy with intention and divine flow.
What About Traditional Healing Systems? Do They Align with Chakras?
Absolutely. The chakra system is not just spiritual poetry—it’s rooted in Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Indigenous practices.
- In Ayurveda, the Nadis (energy channels) and prana flow directly align with the chakras.
- TCM speaks of meridians and Qi, which resonate with the chakra pathways.
- Indigenous shamans also work with energy centers, though often under different names.
This global resonance across cultures shows that energy healing is a universal truth, not just an esoteric trend.
Are There Techniques to Enhance Chakra Healing with Reiki?
Yes, and as a seasoned practitioner, I love weaving modalities:
- Symbols:
- Cho Ku Rei (Power Symbol) – for grounding and energizing
- Sei He Ki (Emotional Healing Symbol) – for trauma and emotional release
- Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen (Distance Symbol) – for healing past events or remote healing
2 Crystals for Each Chakra:
- Root: Red Jasper, Hematite
- Sacral: Carnelian, Moonstone
- Solar Plexus: Citrine, Tiger’s Eye
- Heart: Rose Quartz, Green Aventurine
- Throat: Aquamarine, Blue Lace Agate
- Third Eye: Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli
- Crown: Clear Quartz, Selenite
- Sound Healing
You can use singing bowls, mantras, or binaural beats tuned to each chakra’s frequency. - Meditation and Visualization:
Visualizing chakras as glowing wheels while receiving Reiki boosts the healing or to visualize spinning lotus wheels, radiating light in the chakra colors. This strengthens Reiki’s effects and rewires neural pathways.
Can Reiki Be Taught to Others? What About Structured Education?
Yes! Reiki is passed from teacher to student through attunement. Many schools now offer chakra-specific training within Reiki levels.
As demand grows for holistic healing, structured Reiki programs are integrating:
- Chakra psychology
- Emotional trauma work
- Crystal and sound therapies
- Coaching techniques
Whether you’re a beginner or a therapist looking to expand your toolkit, there are certified paths to teach and practice chakra Reiki professionally.
Is Chakra Healing Through Reiki Part of Modern Wellness?
Yes, more than ever.
Reiki is being used in:
- Hospitals and cancer care centers
- Wellness retreats and yoga studios
- Corporate stress-relief programs
- Mental health clinics for trauma therapy
Chakra healing with Reiki fits beautifully with other modalities like mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and Ayurvedic detoxes, creating a truly integrative approach to health.
You are Energy , Not Just Flesh and Bones
Your energy is sacred.
That’s why Reiki is so powerful. It doesn’t just treat the body—it re-tunes the entire symphony of your existence.
When you tend to it with love, intention, and awareness — you open yourself to healing, growth, and alignment. The more we understand these layers—the koshas, chakras, and vrittis—the more we realize that healing is not just about fixing a physical symptom. It’s about restoring harmony in the whole field of your being.
Reiki is not a magic pill. It’s a sacred partnership between you and the universe. Through your chakras, it speaks the language of your soul. And when you listen… oh, the transformation that awaits.
That’s why Reiki is so powerful. It doesn’t just treat the body—it re-tunes the entire symphony of your existence.
Because the more we understand our energy, the more we remember:
we are not broken, we are becoming whole.
