Understanding Your Wellness Journey
What is Reiki Energy Healing and how does it work?
Reiki energy healing is a sacred and non-invasive complementary practice that originated in Japan by Mikao Usui in the early 1900s. Reiki means “Univeral Life Force Energy,” the free-flowing energy force that replaces energy imbalances or blockages in the body that can cause illness or disease. This fosters deep relaxation and promotes physical and emotional wellbeing in many ways.
What happens during a Reiki session?
During a Reiki session you’ll lay fully clothed on a treatment table. I’ll gently place my hands on or just above you to channel free-flowing life force energy to your body, clearing energy imbalances or blockages. As your body enters a deep state of relaxation, your parasympathetic nervous system is activated, allowing your body’s natural healing processes to function at their best, producing both physical and emotional benefits.
Will I feel anything during a Reiki session?
During a Reiki session it’s common for you to feel a deep state of relaxation. Some clients have reported a tingly feeling throughout their body, while others report a warming sensation. Clients have also described feelings of profound peace, calm, tranquility and harmony.
What are the benefits of Reiki?
Reiki is a complementary therapy that has many physical and emotional benefits, including:
- reduction of anxiety;
- stress management;
- improved sleep;
- pain relief;
- clear focus;
- lowering of blood pressure
- strengthening of the immune system;
- overall sense of wellbeing; and much more.
What are the benefits of Reiki healing for cancer patients?
Reiki is commonly used as a complementary therapy for cancer patients to improve quality of life through relaxation; it helps to relieve anxiety, stress, physical and emotional pain, and fatigue. Reiki is considered one of the top three therapies offered in over 800 medical facilities across the country, notably Cleveland Clinic, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, George Washington University Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, Mayo Clinic, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, to name a few.
Can Reiki sessions be tailored to individual needs?
Yes. Whether I’m performing Reiki in-person at my studio in Sausalito, or remotely through distance Reiki, I tailor my sessions by creating an intuitive energetic alignment to personally address each client’s specific physical and emotional needs.
Are there any side effects to Reiki?
Yes, positive side effects! Clients commonly feel restorative energy, clarity and rejuvenation that can last for several days following a session. A brief emotional reaction may occur due to a shift in energy. On the evening of Reiki, it is also common to experience an incredibly deep sleep throughout the night. It’s suggested to stay hydrated and drink lots of water following your session.
Is Reiki safe for pregnant women?
Yes, Reiki is considered a safe and gentle complementary therapy for all stages of pregnancy through delivery and postpartum. It’s non-invasive and does not involve physical pressure or manipulation, allowing for comfortable positioning of pillows. It helps to reduce stress, anxiety, nausea, lower back pain, and exhaustion. It also supports postpartum recovery while promoting relaxation, better sleep, and bonding for both you and your baby.
How long does a Reiki session typically last?
The length of a Reiki session typically lasts between 45 to 90 minutes long, which includes time for a brief conversation beginning and following your treatment.
How often should I receive Reiki treatments?
Consistency is key to receiving the long-term benefits of Reiki. A schedule of Reiki sessions every two to four weeks is suggested.
What is the difference between Reiki and a medical treatment?
The practice of Reiki is considered complimentary, and is not licensed by the State of California. Reiki compliments western medicine, e.g. surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and other procedures by reducing pain, promoting healing, calming stress or worry, helping with sleep, and more. Reiki should never be used as medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or a cure for any disease, condition or illness, nor be substituted for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment by a licensed healthcare professional.
What training and qualifications do you have as a Reiki practitioner?
I am a Reiki Master practitioner having completed the highest level of training in the Usui Reiki Master lineage. I received certification in 2024.
Do you offer distance Reiki and how does that work?
Yes, I do. Distance Reiki is widely considered effective by both practitioners and recipients for reducing stress, anxiety, fatigue, and physical pain, offering similar benefits to in-person sessions. Practitioners use the power of intention to transmit energy guided by the use of specific symbols to connect with the recipient regardless of location. Sessions can be pre-arranged where the recipient is in a restful state (although not required), and often a practitioner will use an object as a surrogate or a photo of the person to focus the energy.
Do you offer on-site Reiki?
Under certain circumstances, I will accommodate a request for an on-site session.
What is your cancellation policy?
A 24-hour cancellation is appreciated.
How do I book an appointment for Reiki?
To schedule an appointment, please call or email me with your preferred dates and times.
Tel: (415) 318-6277
Email: Wellness@CatherineGoodman.net
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Health & Wellness Coaching
What coaching services do you offer?
I offer Health & Wellness Coaching for:
-Integrative Oncology Support (on-site for patient convenience)
-Behavior & Habit Change (via Zoom or at my studio in Sausalito)
How can Integrative Oncology Support help me?
This program supports those undergoing treatment or transitioning into post-treatment wellness. Along with my professional background, I’ll combine my personal experience of surviving aggressive cancer through ten months of chemotherapy and a year of recovery. I’ll bridge the gap between clinical treatment and holistic well-being and will focus on complementary modalities that are effective in managing side effects of treatment, pain control, maintaining mental clarity, and accelerating physical recovery.
A personalized wellness plan will be co-created and incorporate:
- Nutritional Support;
- Mindfulness & Stress Management to navigate the emotional toll;
- Holistic Lifestyle Adjustments to foster long-term healing;
- Reiki healing to promote pain control, self-healing and strengthening of the immune system.This service offers evidence-based strategies and a partnership for individuals seeking a chemotherapy support coach and/or a long-term cancer recovery mentor to help regain vitality for ongoing wellbeing.
What does your Behavior & Habit Change Coaching entail?
For Behavior & Habit Change, I offer two programs. Both can be customized to include Reiki Energy Healing, if requested.
My signature program fosters transformation that moves beyond “quick fixes” and focuses on behavior change science. I integrate a holistic approach with small manageable steps with consistency for progressive improvement. You’ll learn how to use effective tools that will empower you to work through challenges, maintain emotional wellbeing, and stay focused and patient on breaking patterns through a gentle, steady process. This program is ideal for those seeking a customized wellness plan tailored to their unique bio-individual needs and long-term lifestyle goals.
My second behavior and habit change program is called the 90-Day Wellness Intensive. This is a results-driven program that focuses exclusively on your one goal that has remained out of reach. Whether you’re looking to master a specific fitness milestone, overhaul your nutritional habits, or make a lasting, positive behavior change, I’ll provide the targeted strategy and professional support needed to turn past obstacles into your greatest success. Over the course of three months, you’ll transition from "trying" to "thriving" through a structured framework that prioritizes sustainable change. The 90-Day Wellness Intensive isn't just another generic health program; it is a bespoke partnership that deep-dives into your unique biology and lifestyle. By concentrating all resources on your most significant objective, I’ll ensure measurable progress, mental clarity, and lasting transformation you’ve been seeking. This program is effective for individuals who:
-want to reverse a specific health marker;
-need a “reset” for physical or mental fitness;
-want a structured, results-oriented plan.
What are Catherine Goodman's qualifications as a Health and Wellness Coach?
I received my training and certification in Life, Health and Wellness Coaching through The Health Coach Institute, an ICF-Accredited Program, in 2024. Regarding my program for integrative cancer recovery and supportive healing, I have personal experience as a survivor of aggressive cancer for which I went through ten months of chemotherapy and a year of recovery. I bring compassion and empathy allowing for a much deeper perspective when coaching a client with cancer. I’m able to provide invaluable information from my experience, and first-hand knowledge about various resources and effective complementary modalities I used that led to my own healing, recovery, and thriving wellbeing.
How is your Health and Wellness Coaching different from seeing a psychotherapist?
Health and Wellness Coaching is considered a complementary practice in the State of California, and does not require a license. Health and Wellness Coaches do not diagnose or treat mental health or other conditions. Health and Wellness Coaches focus on proactive, forward-looking behavior change, goal-setting, and accountability to improve current lifestyle habits. In contrast, a psychotherapist must be licensed by the state to diagnose and treat patients for mental health conditions.
How do I know which coaching program is right for me?
I offer a 20-minute coplimentary consultation on Zoom for all new clients. During this call, we’ll discuss your health and wellness goals, my holistic coaching approach, and determine if one of my programs is the right fit for you. To schedule a complimentary consultation, please contact me with your preferred date and time.
Tel: (415) 318-6277
Email: Wellness@CatherineGoodman.net
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Catherine Goodman Wellness For Life
How long have you been in business?
I opened my business in March of 2024.
How did you get into this line of work?
My survival from aggressive cancer was truly a defining moment in my life. It became clear I had a calling to fulfill, to help others who suffer by sharing my knowledge of the many effective complimentary modalities available that can bring healing, peace, calm, and harmony for lifelong wellbeing. Please click below to read my story:
Where is your studio located?
My studio is located at:
3030 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
Do you have testimonials?
Yes I do. All of my reveiws are included on the Testimonals page of this website. To access, please click below:
What do you write about in your blog?
I just started my blog entitled Just Sayin’ … Each month I’ll write about a different wellness topic. I’ll also include a new item each month on my list of favorite wellness products. Please click below to access:
Where can I follow Catherine Goodman Wellness for Life online?
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