” Reiki is a gift of the Universe and as you grow with Reiki, you contribute balance and harmony to yourself and to your world. ” – Tanmaya

At the start of the millennium, I read an article about Reiki that I found very intriguing. The concept of a healing technique based on the principle of channelling energy by touch – activating the body’s healing processes and restoring physical and emotional well-being – was new to me.

It must have made more of an impression than I realised. In the years that followed, I was often reminded of the article, especially when interacting with my four dogs. I found their clear desire for me to touch them when they were stressed, sick, or simply going to sleep quite remarkable. I also found it fascinating to feel how utterly relaxed they became under my hands.

During a trip to the United States, I had the opportunity to undergo a Reiki treatment myself. The experience was so special, I immediately wanted to know more about the theory behind it. On the long flight back to Europe, I read the international bestseller The Power of Reiki by Tanmaya Honervogt. By the time I landed, I knew I had to follow this path.

Over the past few years, I’ve developed a good bond with Tanmaya, who has played a truly pioneering role in introducing Reiki in Western culture.  I myself am Master-Teacher certified in December 2017.

In June 2018 I successfully completed the first year of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Qing-Bai Institute in the Netherlands. Now I will further specialize in the fields of Dietetics and body movement (Zhineng Giqong) in order to acquire the solid background necessary to further develop my VITA Center™ brand concept.