Looking for Reiki Near You on the Big Island?

Searching "Reiki near me" on Hawai'i Island? Jason Donaldson works mainly online right now, with in person sessions by request, but he practices Sekhem, not Reiki. Sekhem is an older Egyptian-lineage energy healing tradition, closely related to Reiki but a different lineage with its own training and certification. If you're specifically committed to Reiki as a modality, the comparison page will tell you exactly how the two differ before you book anything.

Most people searching for Reiki near them aren't attached to the word itself. They want hands-on energy work, a quiet room, someone trained to move stuck energy and help them settle. That's what Sekhem offers, and it is what Jason offers on the Big Island.

Being upfront about Reiki vs Sekhem

It would be easy to title a page "Reiki healing" and let it rank for Reiki searches without saying anything about what's actually offered. That's not how Jason works. He's certified as a master Sekhem practitioner, trained by Juliet Carillo, whose own teacher is Gamal, a fifth-generation Egyptian alchemist. He holds no Reiki lineage or title and doesn't claim one. Know that before you request an in person session or book an online slot.

What Sekhem does that overlaps with Reiki

Both are channeled, hands-on energy healing. Both use an attunement and lineage system to pass the practice from teacher to student. Both aim to clear stuck energy and support the body's own capacity to settle and heal. If what you wanted from a Reiki session was a calm, guided energy reset, a facilitator who works with intention and presence rather than forcing anything, Sekhem covers that ground.

Where it goes further: Sekhem works through what Jason calls the soul chakra, about twelve inches above the head, and the earth chakra, about twelve inches below the feet, and it draws on the Neteru, Egyptian archetypal energies like Horus, Sekhmet, Thoth, and Anubis, as part of the work. It's described as touching past, future, and parallel lives at what Jason calls a soul or monadic level, more multidimensional than a typical Reiki session.

What to expect in a session

Sessions run 90 minutes, $222, with hands-over-body channeled energy, sound, sage, cedar, and Egyptian oils. Experiences with Sekhem vary from person to person. Clients have described feelings of deep relaxation, warmth, emotional release, greater clarity, peacefulness, and a stronger sense of connection with themselves. Some people also describe physical sensations or shifts during or following a session. These experiences are personal and are not presented as expected or guaranteed outcomes. None of this is a medical claim. It's complementary support, not a quick fix.

Serving the Big Island

Online sessions are the main way to work with Jason right now. In person is by request: reach out and Jason will confirm. In person, Galactic Breathing and Sekhem take place at his small studio in Hawaiian Paradise Park at 10am, 11am or noon, since it gets hot after 2pm, or Jason can travel to home locations by arrangement during regular business hours, easily within a 25 mile radius. If in person business picks up, a larger space or an office in Hilo may grow out of that. To arrange an in person session, reach out. Online is available anywhere in the world, same 90 minute format.

What it feels like in the room

People who've never had energy work done sometimes expect something dramatic, and mostly it isn't. You lie down, fully clothed, in a quiet space. Jason settles you into deep relaxation, then works with hands lightly on or just above the body while channeling the energy. Sound and vibration often enter the session at some point, along with sage, cedar, and Egyptian oils. Most people describe the sensation as a heavy, floaty calm, sometimes drifting toward sleep, sometimes staying fully aware the whole time. Both are normal. There's no version of this that's the correct experience to have.

Why "near me" still matters even with online sessions

Even though Sekhem sessions with Jason work well online, some people like having the in-person option when they are on Hawai'i Island. Being physically present for the sage, cedar, and Egyptian oils used in session adds a sensory layer that's harder to replicate remotely, and the grounding into the earth chakra can feel more immediate with your feet literally on Big Island soil. If you're on the island or visiting and have the flexibility, you can ask about an in-person session, though online is the simplest place to start and both are legitimate ways to do this work.

What people usually ask when they first call

Most first-time callers or messages ask some version of three things: does this actually work, what if I'm skeptical, and what should I expect to feel. Jason answers all three the same way every time: he can't promise a specific experience because everyone's session is different, skepticism doesn't disqualify you from getting something out of it, and the most common feeling is deep relaxation, sometimes with more happening beneath the surface that shows up over the following days.

Getting to an in person session

If you request an in-person session, Jason will confirm the specific location and any parking notes when you schedule. His small studio is in Hawaiian Paradise Park, near Kea'au, a short drive up on Hwy 130, and he can also travel to home locations by arrangement. If you're coming from Kona side or further out, factor in the drive time across the island, which can run over an hour depending on conditions, and consider whether the online option might suit your schedule better for that particular visit.

A note for people newer to this kind of work

If this is the first time you've looked into any form of channeled energy healing, whether Reiki, Sekhem, or something else entirely, it's reasonable to feel a mix of curiosity and skepticism at the same time. That's a normal starting place, not something you need to resolve before booking. Jason's sessions don't require you to arrive already convinced of anything. Show up, stay open, and let the experience itself inform what you think rather than trying to decide in advance.

If you want the full picture first

Read Sekhem vs Reiki for the detailed comparison, or what to expect in a Reiki-style session for a general walkthrough of what this kind of energy work looks like in the room. For the lineage question specifically, how Sekhem and Reiki connect goes into more depth. When you're ready, you can book directly.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Reiki practitioner near me on the Big Island?

Jason Donaldson works mainly online right now, with in person sessions by request, but his practice is Sekhem, not Reiki. See the comparison for the difference before booking.

How far will Jason travel on the island?

In-person sessions are by request, at his small studio in Hawaiian Paradise Park or at a home location by arrangement. Contact him directly to see what can be arranged.

What does a session cost?

$222 for 90 minutes, online or in person by request.

Can I book Reiki specifically somewhere else and still read about Sekhem here?

Of course. The point here is to give you the real comparison in hand either way.

Does energy work like this replace medical care?

No. It's complementary support alongside medical or mental health care, never a replacement for it.