Reiki for end of life care and carers
A workshop for Reiki students
For any existing Reiki students and practitioners, of all levels, who are wanting to gain tips, knowledge and confidence for if or when the time comes to call on Reiki to better support themselves and their loved ones/people in their care…
The aims of this workshop are
- to open up conversations about death and dying in a Reiki held space of gentleness, lightness, and even some humour – along with practical tips and useful advice throughout the weekend
- to build confidence with using Reiki for ourselves and our loved one/s in any setting – exploring when it’s appropriate and when to focus on self care as a fundamental for supporting others
- to empower and prepare individuals – through knowledge, experience and community – in the hopes of reducing any fear, confusion or overwhelm when we can feel in the dark about our options and what to expect
- to raise awareness of end of life services and provide some practical tips and knowledge drawing from accredited death education training and Soul Midwifery – with guest speakers and educators
- to offer an introduction to some key homeopathic remedies, Bach Flower and Australian Bush essences to support ourselves as carers and to soothe symptoms for the dying person
Workshop content:
Day 1: 10AM-6PM – the main learning
- Arrive, share in Reiki together and settle in for the day ahead
- Meet the team and their experiences of Reiki and end of life care – while the day introduces you to a wider range of services and knowledge, Reiki will be underpinning everything we do this weekend
- Introduction to the importance of death education, what it covers, and signposting to further support and training
- Introduction to the work of Soul Midwives and death doulas – understanding the role they can play
- Introduction to some key homeopathic remedies and plant essences to help both the carer and the dying person – particularly with challenging emotions that may arise
- Q&A time with guest speakers working and educating in the field
Day 2: from 10AM-2PM – Integration and reflection time
- a sharing circle over breakfast (croissant/crumpet and a cuppa – optional) giving participants the opportunity to chat more freely about their own experiences, concerns and needs
- followed by a Reiki share 11:30AM-1:30PM to conclude the workshop with a closing circle before participants make their way home
Following the workshop:
- Attendees will receive a copy of multi-award winning Soul Midwife, celebrant and death educator, Katie Costello’s book ‘A Gift’ along with a workshop booklet to take home
- Ongoing access to the Usui Reiki Centre community via our Reiki newsletter email, shares and events
Feedback from the first workshop:
“A wonderful course full of incredible insight, wisdom and sharing. Such an important topic to be educating ourselves on.” B.H.
“This is a wonderful workshop for anyone who wants to explore the concept for death, dying and the importance of self-care. There were beautiful moments of reflection with tears and healing laughter. Words cannot describe it, really. I would just encourage you to go. This space is so needed in today’s busy world.” A.T.
Workshop info:
Next workshop dates: see our calendar for dates in September and February
Full weekend = £175
Paying in instalments is an option, contact to discuss.
Earlybird option – if paid in full 60 days or more before the workshop start date = £150
Location: The Bluebell Health clinic, 21 Charing Cross, Norwich, NR2 4AX
Express your interest here:
Use the contact form to let us know you are interested and we can then arrange to book your space via email.
While we aim to create as supportive a space as possible during the workshop, do consider whether a workshop of this nature is appropriate for where you are at, at this time.
Reach out if you need to chat further to help with deciding:
About the guest speakers
Katie Costello
Katie is a multi-award-winning Soul Midwife, Funeral Celebrant, and accredited Death Educator. A mentor and trainer of end-of-life care workshops, original creator of the CPD accredited Dying for a CuppaⓇ Masterclass and creator and host of Dying for a CuppaⓇ The Podcast.
Katie has worked at her local hospice for 8 years and been immersed in palliative care for over 13 years. Katie encourages, promotes, and empowers open and honest conversations; she believes in choice, autonomy, and love, before during and after death.
Katie has been featured in The Metro, The Independent and on multiple world-wide podcasts. She works with various end of life organisations and charities and is on the board of advisors for the WhiteBalloon Funeral Hub – an online end of life resources platform.
Katie is a crystal and cake loving Mum. The Spanish sun, a good cup of tea (or a latte) cheese sandwiches and being by the sea feed her soul. Her voice is her superpower.
Katie is also an Angelic reiki practitioner and holds multiple qualifications in end-of-life and dementia care, grief, bereavement, management, and advanced communication skills to name a few.
Dr Guy Peryer
Dr Guy Peryer is a chartered psychologist and a chartered scientist. He studied the psychology of music for his master’s degree and went on to complete a PhD in applied psychology and complex systems.
Guy was awarded an advanced fellowship by the National Institute for Health and Care Research that lasts until 2027. This work aims to mobilise death literacy knowledge across non-clinical community networks in the East of England.
Guy is Director of Education and Research for St Christopher’s Hospice in London and a researcher in NIHR ARC East of England’s Palliative and Eod-of-Life Care theme.
Guy’s research career at at the University of East Anglia (UEA) began in 2009 and he has since held a range of posts in FMH, including as a Lecturer in Applied Health Sciences. In 2017, he joined the NIHR ARC East of England as a Research Fellow from which he has led an impactful research programme around compassionate communities, including a secondment with St Nicholas Hospice Care in Bury St Edmunds. Guy has also led a research group for UEA Health and Social Care Partners investigating methods to expand community involvement in palliative and end of life care.