Frequently Asked Questions 

What kinds of conditions can be helped by Brennan Healing Science Energy Healing?
Many clients find energy healing helpful for chronic conditions or for working through life transitions.

Brennan Healing Science work is intended to complement other treatments you may be receiving, including traditional medicine.

Brennan Healing Science practitioners have worked with clients who have had a variety of symptoms, medical conditions or procedures, including, but certainly not limited to:   Accidental/sports injuries, Addiction (in recovery), Anxiety, Panic, Depression, Autism, Bladder Problems, Back Pain, Bereavement/Loss, Cancer, Chemotherapy, Radiation, Chronic Fatigue, Creative Blocks, Joint pain and injury, Lyme Disease, Menopause, Pregnancy, Post-Partum, Post Surgery Recovery, Relationship Changes, Sinus Problems, Scoliosis, Stress, Trauma, Life Changes, Career Changes.

What is a Brennan Healing Science Session like?
A typical Brennan Healing Science session can last from 60 to 90 minutes,depending on the client's needs and the type of work done. During this time, you receive completely individual and personalized treatment. Usually some time is spent talking at the beginning of the session to identify the areas you wish to focus on for that meeting.

After talking about your concerns, your healer will often move into doing some hands-on energy work. For hands-on work, you will be lying down on a massage table, and you will remain fully clothed. Your BHS practitioner will touch the body lightly at specific energy points and/or in the area of the presenting complaint. If at any time touch feels uncomfortable to you, healers can also work with their hands above your body or even just holding your feet.

The effects of energy work are gentle but powerful, and they build over time. Ideally, you should try energy healing over a series of at least three sessions to evaluate its results for you.

The experience of receiving energy work is individual to each person. Many clients report an experience of deep relaxation when they receive energy healing-you may even fall asleep. Some clients feel energized after a session, while some need time to rest further. You will get to know your own rhythm as you explore energy work over time.

How Do I Prepare for a Brennan Healing Science Session?
Your BHS practitioner will often have specific suggestions for you depending onthe type of work you are doing, but generally, the following suggestions apply:

·         Wear comfortable, loose clothing, since you will be lying down and your clothing should not bind or pull. Belts and any large jewelry may need to be removed. Synthetic fabrics, including nylon and polyester, can restrict energy flow; you may not want to wear them to your session if possible.

·     If you are able, please do not take alcohol for 24 hours before a session and 24 hours afterwards.  Your body will be clearing toxins and alcohol in the system diminishes the body's ability to flush out other impurities. If you smoke or usually take caffeine, please notice if you need to reduce your intake before and after healing sessions you may be more sensitive to the stimulating effects of these substances.

·     Drink a lot of water after your healing session. This helps the body to clear toxins released during energy balancing. If you feel you have released a lot of blocked material, we also recommend soaking in a bath with sea salt and baking soda mixture, or Batherapy salts for at least 20 minutes to help clear your energy field.

·      If possible, schedule some time to relax and integrate after your session.

·     Notice how your energy level changes when you have a session, itwill be very personal to you. Part of energy work is learning to become attuned to your own energy patterns and what works best for you. Listen to your body and your intuition.

What about Long Distance Work? 
BrennanHealing Science Practitioners are also trained to do distant healing. Long distance sessions can work well when clients are too ill to travel, live a great distance from the healer, or would be more comfortable receiving treatment in their own environment. Typically, the healer and client will set an appointment time for the long distance session and connect either in advance via email or by phone at the scheduled time. Clients can prepare for a long distance session in the same way they would for a normal face-to-face session (see "How do I Prepare for Brennan Healing Science Session?"). Schedule at least an hour of time where you can lie down comfortably in a quiet area without being disturbed. After discussing the areas you wish to focus on with your practitioner, you will then lie down to receive the healing. At the conclusion of the session, healer and client then typically speak by phone or e-mail to discuss the work that was done and follow-up care.

As with a face-to-face session, clients' experiences of long distance sessions can vary. Many recipients report a feeling of deep relaxation or even drift off to sleep. Others remain alert and report sensing the work being done during the session.

Kathryn N. Ryan, LMT    203.561.9987