Your guide to intuitive healing, Usui Holy Fire III Reiki Master Trainer, Monique Bouffard.
Reiki has been a transformative experience for me, and it has helped me to heal on many levels. I have also seen the profound healing effects that Reiki can have on others and want to share this amazing gift.
Energy healing, and the ‘laying of hands’ is a practice that has been around for centuries, taking many different forms. It is based on the belief that we all have an energy field that surrounds and permeates our bodies, and that this energy field can become blocked or imbalanced, leading to physical, emotional, and spiritual problems.
Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive practice that involves the practitioner placing their hands on or near the client’s body to channel healing energy to them. I am a member of the International Reiki Training Association, and am certified as a Reiki Master and Trainer. Using my intuition and perception to identify areas that need healing, I channel energy that my client’s own body uses to heal itself. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space, and am passionate about helping people to heal and to live their best lives.
Giving back to the community is important to me, and I dedicate time to volunteer Reiki services at The Dempsey Center for people who have cancer and their family members. In addition, I am a member of The Healing Tribe, a non-profit dedicated to providing energy work and massaage therapy to people who can not otherwise afford it. Donations to The Healing Tribe fund these services.
I look forward to continuing to learn from my clients and others, and sharing that wisdom with you.
Monique’s Story
In the world of corporate America, I found myself climbing the ladder of success. My career took several twists and turns across a variety of industries and vocations – through the years I have worked in a prison, managed a convenience store, led education and service programs for a non-profit agency, managed insurance claims, led process improvement efforts in banking, and headed up product management and development for a global tech company. Continuously striving for new challenges and talented people to work with, I held the title of Vice President in several prestigious companies. However, throughout my career I had also been working to manage my health, having been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in my early twenties. Living with a chronic illness that left me disabled at the most inopportune times, and struggling through debilitating medication side effects pushed me to expand my awareness of healing modalities. Having discovered how to conquer Multiple Sclerosis through diet and self-care, the desire to share my experiences grew. An inner yearning persisted — a desire to expand my understanding of health and wellbeing, and to use my skills to help others create their best life.
In the midst of this internal quest, I discovered a side of myself I hadn’t fully embraced — an intuitive side that allowed me to keenly observe and understand the needs of others. It was during this soul-searching journey that I stumbled upon the transformative practice of Reiki.
Reiki, with its roots in ancient healing traditions, captivated me. It resonated with my desire to channel my skills and talents toward making a positive impact on people’s lives. I dedicated myself to studying the intricacies of Reiki, delving into the art of energy healing. The ability to heal, to connect with others on a deeper level, and to empower them on their own journeys has became a driving force. Now, I blend what I learned in the corporate world with healing energy and I’m helping people on their own journeys. Today, I use what I know to connect the seen and unseen worlds, bringing healing and peace to those who are ready for their own journeys of change and improved well-being.