ANIMAL REIKI WORKSHOP
November 14, 2026 | Saturday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (ET)
100% live online via Zoom – IN ENGLISH

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Description

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This workshop invites you to explore the world of Animal Reiki, combining practical experience, intuition, and scientific research. Through guided meditation, clear explanations, and opportunities for reflection and sharing, we will explore the practice of Reiki and its potential role in supporting the well-being of both humans and animals.

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We will explore how animals respond to their environment and to human presence, the importance of respecting their boundaries and choices during Reiki sessions, and how Reiki can be integrated thoughtfully and responsibly into a veterinary context. We will also examine the scientific literature on Animal Reiki, discussing available studies, their findings, and the limitations of current research.

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Caring for animals also means caring for the people who care for them. Veterinary professionals and animal caregivers often face emotional demands associated with illness, suffering, difficult clinical decisions, and loss. Compassion fatigue and occupational stress can affect their own well-being. A dedicated part of this workshop will explore how Reiki may serve as a complementary self-care practice for veterinarians and caregivers, offering an opportunity to cultivate relaxation, emotional awareness, and moments of reflection.

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Whether you are new to Reiki or already have experience with the practice, this workshop offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Reiki for animals and explore a more compassionate approach to the well-being of animals and the people who care for them.

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Please note: This is an introductory educational workshop, not a complete Animal Reiki training course. It does not include Reiki attunements or initiations, certification, or qualification as a Reiki practitioner or Animal Reiki practitioner.

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Contents of the Workshop

• What Reiki is and how it can be practiced with animals

• The potential physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual benefits of Reiki

• Understanding animals' responses and respecting their autonomy during Reiki sessions

• Integrating Reiki responsibly into veterinary medicine

• An overview of scientific research on Animal Reiki, including current evidence and limitations

• Reiki for veterinarians and animal caregivers: self-care, emotional well-being, and compassion fatigue

• A practical experience with guided meditation

 

Exploring the Potential Benefits of Reiki

 

For Animals

Reiki is used by practitioners as a complementary approach to supporting animal well-being. Potential areas of application include:

• Supporting relaxation and helping animals cope with stressful situations

• Providing comfort to elderly, ill, or injured animals

• Offering supportive care during recovery from illness or surgical procedures

• Complementing veterinary care for animals with chronic conditions

• Supporting animals who have experienced neglect, abuse, or mistreatment

• Offering comfort during palliative and end-of-life care

 

For Veterinarians and Animal Caregivers

Caring for animals can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be emotionally demanding. Reiki may offer a complementary opportunity to:

• Create moments of relaxation amid demanding routines

• Support emotional well-being and personal self-care

• Develop greater awareness of one's own emotional and physical needs

• Create space for reflection when facing suffering, difficult clinical decisions, or loss

• Explore supportive practices in the context of compassion fatigue and occupational stress

 

Reiki is intended to complement, not replace, appropriate veterinary care or professional mental health support. Research into its effects on animals and humans is still developing, and further studies are needed to establish its effectiveness for specific outcomes.

 

Who This Workshop Is For

Animal lovers interested in exploring Reiki for animals

• Reiki practitioners who wish to learn more about its application with animals

• Veterinarians and veterinary students

• Veterinary nurses, technicians, and other animal health professionals

• Animal caregivers and people involved in animal welfare

• Anyone interested in Reiki, animal well-being, and caregiver self-care

 

No previous Reiki experience is required.

 

Important:

This is an introductory workshop designed to provide information, discussion, and a guided practical experience with Reiki in the context of animal well-being. It is not a complete Animal Reiki training course and does not include the full curriculum, attunements or initiations, or assessment associated with a formal Reiki training program. Attendance does not grant a Reiki practitioner title, Animal Reiki practitioner qualification, or certification.

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Cost

• General admission: US$53

• Tufts students: US$26

 

The Tufts student rate is offered to make the workshop more accessible to students interested in animal well-being, veterinary medicine, and complementary approaches to care. Proof of student status may be requested.

 

Format

This workshop will be presented online in English.

 

All you need to participate is a good internet connection and a computer with a webcam and microphone, as well as access to Zoom.

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Upon registration, you will receive an email with the Zoom link to access the workshop. Please remember to check your spam folder if you do not receive the confirmation email in your inbox.

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The Workshop Will Not Be Recorded

This workshop will not be recorded. One of the unique aspects of online workshops is the opportunity for interaction, discussion, and sharing among participants. These exchanges can be personal, and we want everyone to feel comfortable participating openly.

 

E-book

All participants will receive a complimentary e-book on the workshop topic after the event.

 

Facilitator

Claudia Ruga Barbieri is a holistic veterinarian who combines scientific knowledge with complementary approaches to support the well-being of companion animals. She earned her veterinary degree from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) and completed a specialization in Homeopathy at Escola Gaúcha de Homeopatia (EGH-RS), Brazil.

In her practice, she works with homeopathy, Reiki, flower therapy, and phytonutrients to support animals' physical, emotional, and behavioral well-being. She is an Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki Master, an ICRT Animal Reiki Master, and a Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki® Master. In addition to her clinical work, she is an independent researcher exploring the use of Reiki in veterinary and human health. She is a professional member of the Reiki Membership Association and serves as a Director for the Center for Reiki Research.

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