New clients almost always ask some version of the same question first: "which one should I book?" Reiki, Pranic Healing, and Chakra Healing are the three most-requested energy modalities at Auviephy, and while they overlap, they are not interchangeable. This is a neutral, side-by-side comparison — not a case for any single one — followed by a simple framework for choosing.
The Three Modalities at a Glance
| Reiki | Pranic Healing | Chakra Healing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Japan, 1922 (Mikao Usui) | Philippines, 1987 (Master Choa Kok Sui) | Vedic & yogic tradition, 5,000+ years |
| Touch | Hands-on or just above the body | No-touch, worked at a distance from the body | Varies by technique used (Reiki, crystals, sound) |
| Approach | Intuitive channelling — energy flows where needed | Structured protocol — cleanse, then energise | Diagnostic — scans and targets specific chakras |
| Typical use case | General stress relief, anxiety, gentle nervous-system reset | Specific physical symptoms, targeted conditions | Recurring emotional/physical patterns tied to one life area |
| Session feel | Meditative, warm, deeply relaxing | Focused, systematic, often precise relief | Multi-technique, often the most in-depth of the three |
What Is Reiki?
Reiki channels universal life-force energy through the practitioner's hands, typically placed gently on or just above the body. The practitioner doesn't direct the energy toward a specific issue — it flows to wherever the recipient's system needs it. This makes Reiki especially suited to general stress, anxiety, and situations where the exact "cause" isn't clear. Read the complete guide to Reiki Healing.
What Is Pranic Healing?
Pranic Healing works entirely without touch, on the aura surrounding the body. It follows a two-step structured protocol — cleansing diseased or stagnant energy, then re-energising the area — with specific sequences developed for specific conditions. This precision makes it a strong choice when you're addressing a defined physical symptom rather than a general sense of imbalance. Read the complete guide to Pranic Healing.
What Is Chakra Healing?
Chakra healing is broader than either of the above — it's a diagnostic approach that scans all seven energy centres, identifies which are blocked or depleted, and then applies whichever technique fits (which may include Reiki, crystals, sound, or breathwork) to that specific centre. It's the right starting point when a pattern shows up repeatedly in one life area — relationships, self-worth, digestion, sleep — and you want to address the root, not just the symptom. Read the complete guide to Chakra Healing.
How to Choose
Choose Reiki if: you want gentle, hands-on nurturing without a specific diagnosis in mind — general stress, overwhelm, or simply wanting to reset.
Choose Pranic Healing if: you have a specific, nameable issue — a recurring headache, digestive trouble, a phobia — and want a structured, no-touch protocol aimed directly at it.
Choose Chakra Healing if: you notice the same pattern surfacing across multiple areas of life (chronic self-doubt affecting both work and relationships, for example) and want a full-system diagnostic rather than a single targeted fix.
None of these are mutually exclusive, and many Auviephy sessions blend techniques from all three once the practitioner has scanned your energy field. If you're still unsure, a short consultation is the fastest way to get a direct recommendation rather than guessing. Book a free consultation.
About the Author
Dr. Purva Shahade
Founder & Director · Auviephy Institute, Mumbai
Dr. Purva Shahade is the Founder & Director of Auviephy Institute, Ghatkopar — Mumbai's premier institute for holistic healing. Certified Reiki Master Teacher, NLP Practitioner, Angel Healing Expert, Akashic Records Reader, Tarot Reader, and Numerologist with 10+ years of experience and over 1,200 students certified across India. Learn more about Dr. Purva →
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