How Reiki Level 1 changed my life
I’ll never forget my very first experience with energy healing.
I was 19 years old, and my then-boyfriend’s stepdad was studying a form of energy healing. He asked me to be a guinea pig—and I agreed, having absolutely no idea what I was in for. All I can say is: wowww. I remember feeling so much in that session…emotions I hadn’t known were there, a deep sense of peace I didn’t know I needed, and a calm that washed over my entire system. Afterwards, I was so emotional and exhausted that I skipped the family dinner and went straight to bed.
That was the seed. But it would take many more years and a major life detour, before that seed blossomed into the life and business I have now.
The Healing That Found Me When Nothing Else Worked
Years later, while dancing and performing in Bali, I got incredibly sick. Parasites and gut issues that just got worse and worse. It sparked a three-year health crisis that left me weighing just 42kg, intolerant to almost every food, and struggling to make it through each day. I was hyper emotional, angry and exhausted. Back then, there wasn’t any awareness around the gut-brain connection or how much our digestion impacts our mood and hormones.
I was spiraling—physically, emotionally, mentally. Nothing worked. I tried every diet, every supplement, every medical professional. One night, sitting on the floor, I thought to myself: This cannot be my life.
Healing Energy healing found me – again
It wasn’t Reiki at the time, but it was powerful. This particular form of energy healing was the only thing that brought me back to life and helped me feel better, calmer, and more like me again. It gave me a lifeline when everything else had failed.
A few years later, I went back to Bali, this time teaching on a yoga retreat. As soon as my feet hit the ground, my body ballooned up again. It took me another 12 months to fully heal – and once again, it was energy healing that brought me back to wholeness. I tried to study the modality that helped me at the time, but it wasn’t legally available in Australia. So I began researching other forms of energy healing.
That’s when I discovered Reiki.
How Reiki Level 1 changed my life
I signed up for Reiki Level 1 with zero prior experience, never having received a Reiki session.
It. Blew. My. Mind.
It wasn’t just informative—it was transformational. That weekend shifted the entire trajectory of my life. Very shortly after, I was ‘randomly’ offered a free 15 minute Reiki healing at a wellness clinic underneath one of the yoga studios I was teaching at. This short Reiki healing session has been etched into my memory since, as it truly had such an incredible effect on my mind, body and soul. So much so…that this healer is still my current Reiki healer today, all these years later!
Reiki shifted everything
After doing Reiki Level 1 my life changed. I began practicing on friends and family, I left a long-term relationship, quit my job managing yoga and barre studios, and moved by the ocean for a year to heal, reflect, and work out what I wanted for my future.
I went on to study Reiki Level 2, Reiki Level 3a, and eventually my Reiki Mastership. I started my Reiki business, and transitioned out of teaching yoga to Reiki healing full time. This was never my plan when I started Reiki Level 1…but once I had been attuned to Reiki, it was like something bigger than myself was calling me here.
Reiki led me here
It wasn’t always easy (especially during COVID, or when I faced criticism and even threats from other healers!), but I had this deep knowing in my bones: keep going! This is what I’m meant to be doing. This is my purpose.
Everything in my life—my yoga teaching, my psychology studies, my health journey, the grief of losing my mum—was leading me here. Reiki didn’t just heal my body. It gave me the tools to navigate life with more strength, softness, and sovereignty.
And now I teach others to do the same.
So, What Actually Happens in a Reiki Course?
If you’re curious about learning Reiki but unsure what it involves, here’s a glimpse into what it’s like to learn Reiki with me:
💫 Reiki Level 1
Your starting point. You’ll learn the history and traditional teachings of the Usui lineage, explore energy anatomy, receive your Reiki attunements, and begin practicing Reiki on yourself and others. This course is perfect for empaths, sensitive souls, or anyone on a personal growth or spiritual journey.
🌱 Reiki Level 2
You’ll deepen your healing skills, learn how to send Reiki from a distance, and receive 3 powerful symbols to work with. Ideal for those curious to go deeper and take their healing to the next level, or wanting to start seeing clients professionally.
🌟 Reiki 3a (Reiki Master Practitioner)
The final step before Reiki Mastership. You’ll learn the Reiki Master Symbol and how to hold space for deeper transformation in your sessions, as well as how to manifest with Reiki.
✨ Reiki Mastership
A 12 month mentorship with Casey on a 1:1 basis. You’ll learn privately with Casey, assist on her Reiki Courses, and be supported through your Reiki journey to becoming a Reiki Master Teacher.
🌺 Seichim Reiki Level 1
A divine feminine energy healing modality that beautifully complements Usui Reiki. Open to students who’ve completed at least Reiki Level 2.
Each course is a mix of:
- Hands-on practice (lots of it!)
- Traditional Reiki teachings
- Energy protection & cleansing techniques
- Mindset tools and emotional processing
- Group connection and open sharing in a safe, welcoming space
My Approach: Heart-Led, Empowering, and Real
What makes my Reiki Courses different?
I don’t just teach Reiki—I teach energetic sovereignty. You’ll walk away with practices not only for healing others, but for deeply supporting yourself through life’s ebbs and flows.
I weave together:
- Traditional Usui Reiki
- Mindset and psychology (informed by my background in life coaching and NLP)
- Energy protection and clearing techniques
- A safe space for processing and integration
And maybe most importantly—you’ll be surrounded by kind, open-hearted people who get it.
📅 Upcoming Courses — Choose Your Next Step:
✨ Reiki Level 1: October 4–5
🌱 Seichim Reiki Level 1: October 25–26
💫 Reiki Level 2: November 22–23
🌟 Reiki 3a: November 29
If you’re just starting out, Reiki 1 is where your journey begins. You don’t need any prior experience—just curiosity and an open heart.
Final Words
Reiki changed my life—and I truly believe it can change yours too.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, going through a transition, or simply seeking something more… Reiki has a beautiful way of meeting you exactly where you are.
If your heart feels the nudge, trust it. You don’t need to be “intuitive,” “spiritual,” or “healed enough” to begin. You just need to begin.
➡️ Book in for Reiki Level 1 here!
Got questions? Email me here, I’d love to hear from you.
Casey x
