LifeWays Animal Reiki For Pets - Nationwide
Our animal companions thrive with Reiki. Many are "Reiki sponges" and will accept as much as we can offer them. The healing powers of Reiki's Life Energy are amazing. Sharing this healing practice with others - human and non-human - is always a blessing.
Reiki began for me with a beloved cat suffering intestinal cancer. Our vet said we had weeks, maybe a month. Our Reiki Master friend offered to bring Reiki to us. I was skeptical. Then she treated our Valkyrie - who lived for six months, responded well to medical treatments, and was her old affectionate, happy self. When she passed, very gently, in her special person's lap on Christmas Eve, 1999, we knew her final months had been good, a gift from the healing energies of Reiki. Cats are not known to respond to placebos. I was convinced. The effect Reiki had on our Kyri put me on the Reiki path.
Since then, I have become a Reiki Master Teacher myself in both traditional Western Reiki and the Usui/Holy Fire® III system. About 1/4 of my work is Distant Reiki with animal companions. I also offer house calls for hands-on or close-by Reiki when that feels most appropriate. Dogs, cats, horses, iguanas, cockatiels ~ Reiki brings deep relaxation, stress reduction, comfort, energy balancing, an increased feeling of overall wellbeing, and stimulation of natural healing processes for body, mind, and spirit.
No one can promise that Reiki will cure a problem - we're not practicing medicine. But it is a complementary treatment that can increase the effectiveness of other treatments. Reiki is a safe, practical, non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical, results-focused process of energy transfer that promotes healing. Add it to the treatment of behavioral issues, medical issues, stress, promoting general wellbeing - in all situations, Reiki will help.
Our Animal Reiki service is based upon the use of Distant Reiki as practiced in the Let Animals Lead® system developed by Kathleen Prasad of SARA, the Shelter Animals Reiki Association. Our basic program is a minimum of 30 minutes of Distant Reiki sent daily for 7 days, for $185. A single session is $35. I will always recommend more Reiki rather than less - the effects are cumulative, and the more Reiki I can offer, the more effective it will be. I will want a photograph of your companion, and I will let you know when and how each session goes from my perspective.
Even if you happen to be in our service area, I don't recommend bringing your companion to my office - travel to a strange place and awareness of the resident felines is more apt to be stressful than helpful! I will, however, come to you if you prefer. When home visits are possible, I offer a session of 30 minutes or so with your companion (the amount of time will be up to the animal!) plus time to talk with you. The first visit is $100, the second is $87, and visits beyond that are $75 each. If you're more than 30 minutes travel time from our office, we add $20 for each additional quarter-hour on the road.
Would you like to have a conversation about how Reiki can benefit your animal companion? Please contact and book me on Petworks. Thank You.
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- BBB Accredited
- Online Sessions
- Mobile Services
Pricing Packages
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Specialties
- Animal Reiki
- Pet Distance Reiki
- Reiki For Dogs
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Alpacas
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner
- Certified Holy Fire Reiki Practitioner
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA) Certified
Bonded and Insured
- Insured
Proud member of...
- International Association of Reiki Professionals
- International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT)
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA)
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
What year did you begin serving pets?
How did you hone your craft?
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
Distinction
Customer Reviews
Lindsay is awesome, I am continuing her services for multiple sessions. I have seen a big improvement in my cat with her gift she brings us. I am so thankful that we found her. My cat, Olivia, is getting old but not yet ready to leave us. Lindsay’s gift is giving her comfort and Olivia is in charge of taking what she needs. We are continuing on with more sessions since this has been a huge benefit to both me and my cat.
- Cara C
Pet Pro's Response:
Thank you, Cara. It's a joy and a privilege to help care for Olivia, and to see her responding so well.
- Lindsay BatesLindsay absolutely got me through the last week and passing of my soul cat of 16 years. She is gentle and effective and excellent at communicating on this platform and I would recommend anyone work with her.
- Nichole P
Very happy with the whole process.
- Nichole P
Lindsay was awesome. She told me what to expect which happened just like she told me. My dog responded to the reiki and is back to her happy self
- Mary Lou H
Pet Pro's Response:
So glad to hear this, Mary Lou! Thank you for the privilege of sharing Reiki with your beautiful Georgia!
- Lindsay BatesMateo was relaxed and calm. All went very well!
- Sheila D
Lindsay is wonderful. I booked sessions for my two senior cats and I think really really helped. They have been eating much better and seem much more calm and comfortable. And I really really appreciate how communicative she is. I plan to use her again if needed.
- Meaghan L
Pet Pro's Response:
Thank you, Meaghan. It was a privilege to help take care of your cats!
- Lindsay BatesMy dog is 3-legged and has arthritis, so incorporating Reiki into his life is important to me. I am so grateful for Lindsay's kindness and care!
- Brielle E
Really well! She's very responsive and after my cat's first reiki session I've already noticed her becoming more playful.
- Ami H
Everything was wonderful and Lindsay is a kind and caring practitioner!
- Reetuparna D
Working with Lindsay was a wonderful experience. She helped my senior Siamese with symptoms of a sore throat, sinus drainage, and an ear infection. The reiki she sent was as instrumental in his healing as was his antibiotics. Some of the reiki affected me as well, because I felt calm and relaxed during his sessions. I definately recommend Lindsay to any pet owner.
- Monica W
Pet Pro's Response:
Thank you so much, Monica! It was a joy to work with you and Sammy, and I'm glad he shared his Reiki with you.
- Lindsay BatesSpecialties
- Animal Reiki
- Pet Distance Reiki
- Reiki For Dogs
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Alpacas
- Birds
- Cats
- Chickens
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ducks
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Horses
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
What size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Animal Reiki Practitioner
- Certified Holy Fire Reiki Practitioner
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA) Certified
Bonded and Insured
- Insured
Proud member of...
- International Association of Reiki Professionals
- International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT)
- Shelter Animal Reiki Association (SARA)
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
What year did you begin serving pets?
How did you hone your craft?
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
Customer Reviews
Lindsay is awesome, I am continuing her services for multiple sessions. I have seen a big improvement in my cat with her gift she brings us. I am so thankful that we found her. My cat, Olivia, is getting old but not yet ready to leave us. Lindsay’s gift is giving her comfort and Olivia is in charge of taking what she needs. We are continuing on with more sessions since this has been a huge benefit to both me and my cat.
- Cara C
Pet Pro Response:
Thank you, Cara. It's a joy and a privilege to help care for Olivia, and to see her responding so well.
- Lindsay BatesLindsay absolutely got me through the last week and passing of my soul cat of 16 years. She is gentle and effective and excellent at communicating on this platform and I would recommend anyone work with her.
- Nichole P
Very happy with the whole process.
- Nichole P
Lindsay was awesome. She told me what to expect which happened just like she told me. My dog responded to the reiki and is back to her happy self
- Mary Lou H
Pet Pro Response:
So glad to hear this, Mary Lou! Thank you for the privilege of sharing Reiki with your beautiful Georgia!
- Lindsay BatesMateo was relaxed and calm. All went very well!
- Sheila D
Lindsay is wonderful. I booked sessions for my two senior cats and I think really really helped. They have been eating much better and seem much more calm and comfortable. And I really really appreciate how communicative she is. I plan to use her again if needed.
- Meaghan L
Pet Pro Response:
Thank you, Meaghan. It was a privilege to help take care of your cats!
- Lindsay BatesMy dog is 3-legged and has arthritis, so incorporating Reiki into his life is important to me. I am so grateful for Lindsay's kindness and care!
- Brielle E
Really well! She's very responsive and after my cat's first reiki session I've already noticed her becoming more playful.
- Ami H
Everything was wonderful and Lindsay is a kind and caring practitioner!
- Reetuparna D
Working with Lindsay was a wonderful experience. She helped my senior Siamese with symptoms of a sore throat, sinus drainage, and an ear infection. The reiki she sent was as instrumental in his healing as was his antibiotics. Some of the reiki affected me as well, because I felt calm and relaxed during his sessions. I definately recommend Lindsay to any pet owner.
- Monica W
Pet Pro Response:
Thank you so much, Monica! It was a joy to work with you and Sammy, and I'm glad he shared his Reiki with you.
- Lindsay Bates🐾 About Lindsay Bates — Animal Reiki Professional in Wheaton, Illinois
Lindsay Bates offers animal Reiki services in Wheaton, Illinois and surrounding communities, helping pet parents explore a complementary wellness practice for their animal companions. Animal Reiki is offered to a variety of species, including dogs, cats, horses, birds, and other animals. Sessions provide a calm, supportive experience and may be sought by pet parents interested in relaxation, comfort, and overall well-being. Depending on the professional's services, appointments may be available in person or remotely.
Every animal has a unique personality, temperament, and comfort level. Lindsay takes an individualized approach to each session, considering your companion's needs, environment, and response to the experience. In-person sessions may take place in a professional's practice, at your home, or at another agreed-upon location. Some practitioners also offer remote appointments as an additional service.
What Can Animal Reiki Support?
Pet parents explore animal Reiki for a variety of wellness and comfort-related reasons. Each professional has their own approach, experience, and areas of specialization. Common reasons for seeking an animal Reiki session include:
Stress and Relaxation:
Providing a calm, supportive experience for animals experiencing changes in their surroundings, routines, or daily environment.
Emotional Comfort:
Offering gentle, complementary support for animals that may be adjusting to a new home, changes in their family, or unfamiliar circumstances.
Rescue and Newly Adopted Animals:
Creating a relaxed setting for animals transitioning from shelters, rescue situations, or previous homes into a new environment.
Aging and Senior Animals:
Providing a peaceful wellness experience for older animal companions as their routines, activity levels, and comfort needs change.
Recovery and Rehabilitation Support:
Offering a complementary relaxation experience for animals recovering from surgery, injury, or other health challenges, alongside appropriate veterinary care.
End-of-Life Comfort:
Providing compassionate support for animals and their families during hospice care and other sensitive life transitions.
General Wellness and Balance:
Offering an opportunity for animals to experience a quiet, gentle session focused on relaxation and overall well-being.
Animal Reiki is a complementary wellness practice, not a veterinary treatment. It should not replace veterinary diagnosis, medication, or medical care. Reiki practitioners cannot guarantee medical outcomes, and pet parents should consult their veterinarian about health concerns.
How Animal Reiki Sessions Work
Animal Reiki professionals use their individual training and approach to offer sessions designed around an animal's comfort and needs. Depending on the practitioner, sessions may involve in-person energy work, remote appointments, or a combination of both.
Before a session, Lindsay may ask about your animal's history, temperament, daily routine, and the reason you are interested in Reiki. Some professionals may also request a recent photograph or other background information when preparing for a remote appointment.
Animal-led sessions respect each companion's comfort and willingness to participate. Your pet is not expected to follow a particular routine or respond in a specific way. The professional can explain their process, what to expect, and how they communicate session details with you.
Why Book an Animal Reiki Professional on PetWorks?
PetWorks helps pet parents connect with independent animal Reiki professionals offering services for a variety of animal companions. You can review each professional's background, training, certifications, experience, service area, available session formats, and customer reviews before deciding who may be a good fit.
Whether you are looking for an in-person animal Reiki session near Wheaton, Illinois or a practitioner who offers additional remote appointments, PetWorks makes it easier to explore available services and connect directly with an independent professional.
🦔 How Booking Animal Reiki on PetWorks Works
Start by exploring Lindsay's profile, reviewing available Reiki sessions and packages, and reading feedback from other pet parents. Select Book Now to choose an available service and initiate a booking. You can also select Get Custom Quote to discuss your animal's needs and receive personalized pricing, or Send Message to contact the professional before making a decision.
Animal Reiki sessions may take place at your home, at the practitioner's location, or at another agreed-upon setting, depending on the professional's services. Some practitioners also offer remote appointments. Review the services listed on Lindsay's profile to confirm available session formats, locations, and scheduling options.
Secure Online Payments:
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PetWorks Care Coverage:
Every booking made and paid for through PetWorks includes Care Coverage. This provides access to our live, human Concierge Team, assistance with booking questions, and help resolving disputes if something doesn't go as planned. If a professional cancels a confirmed booking, you receive a 100% refund of everything you paid, including the Care Coverage fee. Other cancellations are handled according to the applicable cancellation policy.
Stay Connected Through PetWorks:
Once you initiate a booking or connect with your animal Reiki professional, you can use the PetWorks Inbox to discuss your animal's needs, coordinate scheduling, confirm session details, and share relevant information. Keeping your booking and payments on the PetWorks platform helps ensure that your experience is supported by our Care Coverage program.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Animal Reiki
What is animal Reiki?
Animal Reiki is a complementary wellness practice in which a practitioner offers Reiki energy work to an animal. Sessions are generally intended to provide a calm, supportive experience and may be offered to animals of different species.
What animals can receive Reiki?
Animal Reiki professionals may work with dogs, cats, horses, birds, rabbits, and many other animal companions. The species accepted will depend on each professional's training, experience, and listed services.
Why do pet parents seek animal Reiki?
Pet parents may explore animal Reiki for relaxation, comfort, general wellness, or support during changes such as adoption, aging, recovery, and end-of-life transitions. Each animal's experience is individual, and results are not guaranteed.
Can I book an in-person animal Reiki session near me?
Yes. Some animal Reiki professionals offer in-person sessions within a defined service area, which may include home visits, appointments at their practice, or other arrangements. Review the professional's location and service area to see whether they serve your community.
Are remote animal Reiki sessions available?
Some animal Reiki professionals offer remote appointments in addition to their in-person services. Availability and session methods vary by practitioner, so review the professional's listed services or contact them directly for details.
Is animal Reiki a substitute for veterinary care?
No. Animal Reiki is a complementary wellness practice and does not replace veterinary diagnosis, treatment, medication, or medical advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your animal's health or changes in behavior.
What should I prepare before an animal Reiki session?
Be prepared to share your animal's species, age, history, temperament, and the reason you are interested in a session. Depending on the practitioner's approach, you may also be asked to provide a photograph or other information before a remote appointment.
How do I choose an animal Reiki professional?
Review each professional's training, certifications, experience, animal specialties, service area, session formats, packages, and customer reviews. You can also contact a practitioner through PetWorks to discuss your questions before booking.
How do I book an animal Reiki session on PetWorks?
Browse animal Reiki professional profiles, review their services, and select the practitioner whose experience and session options best match your needs. Choose Book Now to initiate a booking, Get Custom Quote to discuss your animal's needs, or Send Message to ask questions before committing.
❤️ Explore Animal Reiki for Your Companion's Well-Being
Every animal deserves thoughtful care and attention to their individual needs. Whether you are exploring animal Reiki for relaxation, comfort, or general wellness, PetWorks helps you discover independent professionals offering a variety of services for animal companions. Browse Lindsay's profile, review available sessions, and connect directly through PetWorks to take the next step.
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