Usui Reiki is the Tibetan/Japanese lineage of Reiki. Usui Reiki treatment consists of laying the hands on/or above the body in a prescribed pattern and allowing the energy of life to flow through the hands to the person being treated. The basic element of life energy is the essence of this healing practice. Because this is so, Reiki can be used in any situation where there is a desire for and openness to healing. Usui Reiki is the Tibetan/Japanese lineage of Reiki.