Business Details
17 Years
experience
Reiki Sessions & Classes in Evanston, IL
Founded in 2009, The Sacred Ways is a Reiki practice dedicated to facilitating holistic healing through traditional Japanese Reiki techniques. Our founder, Dave Rasmussen, brings over a decade of experience as a Reiki Master/Teacher, having studied under lineage holders connected to Mikao Usui, the founder of Reiki. We specialize in personalized Reiki sessions and educational classes that empower individuals to connect with their innate healing potential. Our practice integrates decades of experience in meditation, energy medicine, and sacred healing traditions from global cultures.Located in Evanston, Illinois, we maintain affiliations with recognized Reiki organizations while offering accessible pricing through our 'Pay What You Can' model. Our commitment to authentic, client-centered care has helped hundreds achieve deeper relaxation, emotional balance, and physical well-being through this gentle-touch modality.
Services
Reiki Sessions
Reiki Classes
Energy Healing
Stress Reduction
Spiritual Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 30+ years marketing/communications expertise combined with healing practice
- Reiki Master/Teacher since 2011 with Kyoto lineage connection
- Pay What You Can pricing model for community accessibility
- Private studio in Evanston with dedicated healing space
- International Reiki training with Usui tradition preservation
Associations and certifications
- International Association of Reiki Professionals
- IHR Shibumi Reiki Association
What people say
Closer to myself
More focused
Better sleep
Felt calmer
Handling stress better
Services
Reiki Sessions
One-hour Reiki sessions use gentle touch to promote deep relaxation and natural healing. Practitioners channel life force energy through hand placements on 20 body areas, helping reduce stress and support physical recovery. Clients often experience emotional clarity and improved sleep through regular sessions.
Reiki Classes
Private and group classes teach Usui Reiki Ryoho techniques for personal practice. Eight-hour private sessions or two-day public courses cover energy meditations and hand positions. Graduates receive Level 1 certification to practice self-treatment and share Reiki with others.
People
Dave Rasmussen
Reiki Practitioner/Master/Teacher
With a Master's in Communications and 30+ years marketing experience, Dave combines business expertise with healing practice. Certified since 2009 through Usui lineage holders, he studied in Kyoto and maintains active membership in professional Reiki associations.
Questions
What happens during a Reiki session?
Practitioners place hands gently on 20 body areas for one hour in a quiet, darkened room with soothing music. Clients remain fully clothed while receiving energy healing.
How often should I receive Reiki?
While benefits occur after one session, regular appointments produce cumulative effects. Many clients schedule weekly or biweekly sessions for ongoing support.
Is Reiki covered by insurance?
Reiki sessions are not typically insurance-covered. We offer flexible pricing to make healing accessible to all community members regardless of financial situation.
What are the benefits of Reiki classes?
Classes teach self-treatment techniques and energy channeling. Graduates gain tools for personal wellness and can share Reiki with family and friends.
