Crystals existed for millions of years and their use has been recorded since the start of humankind (around 60,000 years ago). They have the power to enable and heighten certain gifts such as clairvoyance, past-life regressions and spiritual energy work, which relies on your aura and chakras.

I love to incorporate crystals into my healing practices as they can absorb, transmute and direct the energy within the body’s energy filed (or auric field). I use a wide variety of crystals which differ greatly, depending on the type of mineral they’re made from and the conditions they grow in. All these differences change the effect a crystal has energetically on one’s mind, body and soul.

To put it simply, when thinking about what is crystal healing therapy, I usually try to explain it to my clients in a very easy to understand way – it is a holistic and natural therapy that taps into the energetic power of healing crystals, and in the way that they affect a person on all levels. During a crystal healing session, a therapist will place crystals on or/and around you, to help unblock, heal, focus and direct energy.

What is crystal healing and how does it work?

Crystal healing is based on the belief that we’re all made up of different energies. When these energies become stagnant, unbalanced or even blocked, illness can occur. Crystals and gemstones can help unblock, balance and direct energy where it is most needed, thus gently supporting the mind, body and soul to heal in the most therapeutic way possible.

As a crystal healer, I am currently learning and expanding my knowledge and skills in different precious stones and crystals, their usage and how they affect us, so I can use them accurately in all my crystal healing sessions.

The type of crystals that I use and the positioning of them depends on what the person is seeking support with. This can range from physical concerns (such as headaches or stress), all the way to emotional or spiritual concerns.

Typically, the client lies down in a healing environment where the energy is high and cleansed, and the practitioner will place the stones on specific parts of the client’s body and/or around his energetic field.

Many crystal healing practitioners feel guided to perform healing on one’s mind, body and soul by progressively healing the 7 main chakras of the body, thus relating each chakra to specific crystals that have the same colour and the most benefits, starting from either the root chakra up, or the other way around.

Knowing how to use crystals for chakra healing in the right way is a very important part of a healer’s practice. I like to practice chakra crystal healing quite often on myself and my clients, however, depending on each person’s needs at the particular time and space when they require healing, I let myself guided towards the stones that I feel will benefit the most.

What are the benefits of crystal healing?

Crystal healing is a complementary and natural therapy, which can be used alongside traditional medicine, and it has zero negative side-effects.

The most often benefit that people report is the deep relaxation that takes place during a crystal healing session and after. This relaxation aids a healthy general well-being, and it’s particularly useful for people that struggle with stress and anxiety. Also, it can help alleviate physical pain and sleeping issues, as well as releasing tense muscles.

On an emotional and spiritual level, crystals can enhance self-esteem, promote clarity and nurture a sense of peace and centeredness, just to name a few.

Anyone and everyone can benefit from crystal healing. However, if one’s sceptical about this type of holistic treatment, they will naturally close themselves off. This is why the key to reap the most benefits from crystal healing is to have an open mind and no preconceptions about the healing process or the journey.

Crystal healing is not a ‘fix me up’ kind of treatment, but more of an interactive process which relies on you being actively involved in your own spiritual and self-development journey.

What to expect in a crystal healing session?

All crystal healing sessions will be completely tailored to you and they will greatly differ depending on the nature of your concerns or challenges.

Firstly, you will begin with a consultation to speak with the therapist about what brought you to them and what are you hoping to heal/gain from crystal healing.

The therapist will then ask a number of questions whilst looking at all the aspects of your health (physical, mental, emotional and spiritual) to get a good picture of where you stand right now, and how will he/she be able to help you heal and transmute all that no longer serves you.

After the consultation, the therapist will know what approach will work best for you, which healing crystals to use and how/when to place them. That’s when you’ll lie down comfortably on a sofa (fully clothed), and once you feel relaxed and with your eyes closed, your therapist will start to place crystals on/around your body.

Sometimes, your therapist might use a dowsing pendulum to help decide where exactly should they place their crystals for maximum healing. These crystals will then be left in their place for a specific amount of time (usually between 20 minutes to an hour), time in which you’ll be encouraged to breathe deeply and relax.

During the whole session, the therapist could add or remove crystals depending on what they feel is taking place in your energetic field. Whilst doing so, you might experience physical sensations such as warmth or tingles, or you might not experience anything at all. And that is perfectly ok, as that doesn’t mean that your energies haven’t been affected. Trust that healing is taking place within.

Once the session is over, the crystals will then be removed and you will be encouraged to ground yourself in your body by becoming aware of your surroundings and physical sensations.

You will then be recommended a number of crystal healing sessions (and most often, people will choose to have ongoing sessions to support their overall health and spiritual journey).

Whilst the healing takes place, usually people experience a deep energetic detox, as negative energy will start leaving their physical bodies. This can lead to intense and challenging emotions being brought to the surface, so it’s important to make sure that your crystal healing therapist is qualified and experienced enough to support you all throughout your journey. 

My crystal healing experience

Crystals and gemstones have been a big part of my life since the beginning of my spiritual journey. Slowly and with time, I began more and more curious in the different types of crystals, their properties and specific benefits on our mind, body and soul.

This is why I am now learning a professional course in crystal healing, with the aim of becoming a certified crystal healer therapist so I can practice crystal healing on others to help them heal and improve their life quality.

As I wanted to share my knowledge and experience in crystals with the world, I wrote another lovely article that contains a lot of useful information, and it’s called The Beginner’s Healing Crystals List, so make sure to check it out!

If you are curious about what is crystal healing therapy, or if you are interested in receiving this type of healing, get in touch with me and I will be happy to serve you in any way possible.

As with Angel Reiki Healing, when the right time will come for both you and me, I am looking forward to welcome you in my future healing sessions, to help you heal your mind, body and soul with the help of crystals, gemstones, and the divine power and light of the Angelic Realms. 

Crystal healing has the power to raise your vibration, renew your energy and transform your health and wellbeing in miraculous ways.