Hi, I’m Amy Stengel.
In the busyness of day to day life it is easy for us to lose the connection to our true selves, to the balance that our bodies naturally want to find. My goal is to help people connect back to this inner strength and peace. I aim to do that through modalities like Reiki, a Japanese healing technique that uses light touch to bring relaxation and healing.
I had heard of Reiki but decided to sign up for a Reiki I and Reiki II training class on a whim when a good friend hosted the training at her studio. I had no idea what I was getting into, but in Reiki I found something that I truly love. There is an adage in Reiki that you don’t find Reiki, it finds you…and I believe that to be true. Learning and practicing Reiki has helped me to move through and heal some very challenging life events and I now appreciate how Reiki can benefit everyone who is looking for a way to do everything from lessen stress and relax to heal from challenging events.
My Approach
My goal is to make you feel comfortable, relaxed and safe. When you are in my space, my hope is that you have the ability to let go of the outside world, to do lists and demands and have the opportunity to invest time in your own healing. During sessions, I incorporate some natural elements like crystals and aromatherapy to enhance the experience. My studio is in my home in a private space where you will have some time to yourself to get settled in before we get started and to come back to reality when we are done. As a note, I do have two cats - you probably won’t see them while you’re here, but in the event you might have allergies, please know they are here.
What Can I expect?
Our time together will last an hour. You should be dressed in comfortable clothes and will remain clothed through the session. When you first arrive, we’ll spend 10-15 mins talking about anything that is going on for you or that you might like to focus on. After that, you will be on a heated (to your preference) massage table with a blanket (if needed).
What does reiki involve?
Through the session I will place my hands lightly in various places on the body that correspond with different energy centers or areas that might be of particular concern. Recipients of Reiki may feel warmth, slight tingling or nothing at all in the areas that are being touched. You can always decline to be touched in any place you are not comfortable.
Why Earth and Ocean?
I grew up near the ocean on eastern Long Island. I spent my days growing up gardening with my grandmother, collecting shells, climbing trees and enjoying the beach. I have always felt deeply connected to both the earth and all that it provides to us and the ocean, its power, sound and regenerative qualities. When I thought about what meant enough to me to bring it into a business, I knew that both the earth and the ocean needed to play starring roles.