Crystal Healing

In the most general terms, Crystal Healing may be defined as "the use of crystals to stimulate the self-healing mechanisms of the mind, body and spirit".
It is naturally related to all other therapies that include the use of crystals, such as Crystal Reiki.

History of Crystal Healing:

It is not known exactly when crystals were first used for healing purposes but texts claim that they were used far into antiquity.

What does a Crystal Healing Treatment involve? :

As in the case of many therapies, there is no fixed format that is common to all practitioners.

The following is a description of a general format likely to be typical:

Prior to the Treatment

The practitioner may begin by agreeing/clarifying any terms with the client and then conducting a brief consultation, typical objectives being:

• For the client and practitioner to introduce themselves to each other, especially to ensure that the client feels at ease in what may be unfamiliar surroundings;

• For the practitioner to understand the client's expectations of the treatment, to clarify any issues that the client wishes to raise and to ensure that the client knows what will happen next - e.g. that he/she may relax and enjoy the treatment but no specific outcomes can be promised.

• The practitioner may ask about the client's reasons for requesting the treatment and about his/her general health (so that if the client requires - or may require - the practitioner to take any specific actions or be aware of any possible eventualities then this is known).

• If the practitioner suggests use of a treatment couch - as opposed to an appropriately clean and comfortable pad on the floor - then he/she may check that the client is able to get onto and off the couch safely and comfortably.

All of the above are also true of other therapies, some of which also require more detailed medical histories from clients. If for any reason the practitioner considers that he/she is not an appropriate person to offer a Crystal Healing treatment to that particular client that day then he/she should say so. Similarly, if the practitioner considers that Crystal Healing is not appropriate for that person at that time then he/she should also say so and not proceed to the treatment.

The Crystal Healing Treatment itself

The actual treatment may take the form of the therapist first ensuring that the client is comfortable and able to relax (perhaps playing gentle music and/or burning incense to facilitate relaxation). The therapist may then lay an arrangement of crystals around and possibly on the client. As the treatment progresses these crystals may be moved. Treatments may also involve energy or chakra balancing, perhaps involving dowsing pendulums and/or relying the therapists intuition.

Competent practitioners welcome client questions about what will happen during a treatment.

After the Treatment

Following completion of the treatment itself, many practitioners allow their clients to rest (and realise that the treatment has ceased!) for a few minutes before gently checking that the client is awake and offerring him/her a glass of water to drink.

Textbooks and other Sources of Reading:

There are many books available for those wishing to learn more about crystals, and/or to become trained crystal healers. An excellent place to start is the "Mind, Body & Spirit", or "Holistic" sections of most major bookshops, which usually include a selection of texts - including non-technical books for those who only wish to share an enjoyable skill with their partner and/or friends and family.
Some examples of good texts about Crystals and Minerals in general [1], [38], [39], and Crystal Healing [40],[41] are included in the References section of this website.

Further Information about Crystal Healing :

Introductory crystal and crystal healing courses are available from many local colleges. For a personal introduction to this subject and to meet like-minded people who have similar interests find out what is available in your area.