“Who Is Aleesha? And What is Reiki?”


Can I really get a distant attunement or session? The answer is YES!


A Reiki Master Teacher, who lives her Buddhist, Shamanic, with many eclectic Pagan beliefs, she home-schools two of her three spiritually enlightened children as her eldest has graduated and moved on to the school of life. Friend (and mother) to them, she is also a life-partner to her husband David. Her life truly is filled with light.

Aleesha is the Publisher, Editor, Graphic and Web Designer as well as a Regular Columnist for Timeless Spirit Magazine.

Aleesha teaches classes in Tarot and Reiki at her home in Agassiz, British Columbia (which is near Harrison Hot Springs and Chilliwack… and not too far from Abbotsford) but she also does a lot of distant sessions and distant attunements! As there is no time or space… you can receive a session or attunement anywhere, anytime you choose. For more information, read this page and feel free to contact Aleesha via email.

Aleesha works with crystals and other rocks. During a session she often uses stones to draw out dis-ease or to bring in attributes the client needs. To the left is a picture of one of her cherished stones. Her thirst for knowledge is never ending and learning about rocks is just one of the things she is focusing on at this time.

If you would like Aleesha to assist you to bring more health into your life through raw live foods or fasting, please visit her webpage here.

For testimonials from Aleesha's Teachers and Students, click here.

To read Aleesha's Articles on "Reiki Principles", click here.

Click here to view Aleesha's price list.

Aleesha has been on her spiritual path for over 20 years. She began reading Tarot and being attuned with the first degree of Reiki. Her first Reiki clients were animals. She worked with cats, dogs and horses, assisting them by communicating their thoughts and wishes to their human companions. Since then, she has worked with many human Reiki clients, and she has also provided readings using Tarot, Scrying, and communicating with people’s Guides and Angels. She seldom does readings for clients anymore. She usually only reads for students and friends. Her focus is on Reiki… channeling this energy, assisting people to grow and creating health within their physical beings is what inspires her today.

Aleesha was attuned as a Reiki Master/Teacher in 1998. Since that time she has lived her “Reiki Principles” and attuned students from all over the world. She does hands-on attunements beside her pond (in Canada) for students who live close enough to her; and distant attunements for her students in Australia, England, Holland, Switzerland, the U.S. etc. “Click here to read testimonials”

 

I am a Reiki Master Teacher. This means I've gone through the traditional 4 levels of Reiki, studying it's principles and using the energy in different and unique ways. I've been blessed with having this wonderful healing tool in my life since 1989. At this time I'm discovering that there are higher levels of Reiki and becoming attuned to them as well. This is a journey into Self which I never knew existed and it's an honour to be experiencing this level of enlightenment. These higher levels are brought to me by The Goddess and my Ancestor Guides. They began coming through the re-attunements I was being given by my student Seva (who is a Reiki Master Teacher) and now they often come simply when I am ready. I am told which level I'm being attuned to and what it's purpose is. At this point I'm not sure what I'm supposed to do with these higher levels, only that they exist and we cannot choose to receive them, they are chosen for us.

When I first discovered Reiki shortly after my daughter lived through spinal meningitis in March of 1989, I was spent; emotionally, physically and spiritually. Empty.

At a mini psychic fair outside a church I was asking a bookstore owner if he knew of a book which could assist me in… well, I didn't know what. But I knew I needed something. He asked me to sit down and let him channel 5 minutes of Reiki into my crown chakra (head).

I couldn't believe what I was feeling! This tingling, warm loving sensation was moving down my head, into my shoulders and into my heart. When he took his hands away the first words out of my mouth was "How can I do that?" I immediately signed up for an upcoming class.

Since that day my life has changed dramatically. I have found myself spiritually. I have greater joy and happiness as well. Reiki has changed every aspect of who I am and how I am.

Before Reiki I was vague, confused, a caretaker and very unsure of my esteem and worth. I never said what I meant in fear of alienating someone, so I just agreed with everyone all the time. I was never 'one' person. Rather I was different with everyone I was with depending on what 'role' I played, what 'person' I was with them. I never wanted my friends to get together because I never knew who to be!

Reiki grounded me. It gave me a centre. Somewhere to begin, somewhere to plant myself and to grow from. It wasn't a miracle pill for change but it was a catalyst and opportunity. It brought things into my life, I believe, I never would have been open to before. 'Life' was flowing through me for the first time.

I began making changes in my life. Living the "Principles of Reiki" and as I lived these principles one moment at a time, I found myself changing into a person who I really liked and could actually respect!

What is Reiki? Well, "Rei" is Universal Life Energy, and "Ki" is Chi. Dr. Usui rediscovered the sacred sanskrit symbols in the 1890s. In the 1900s he attuned Dr. Hayashi and then in 1939 he attuned Master Hawayo Takata. She attuned 22 masters. I am under the lineage of Phyllis Lee Fukumoto - Master Takata's granddaughter.

Becoming attuned (whether hands on or by distance) to this energy means your chakras recognize the vibration of Reiki and you can channel the energy with a mere thought or intention. There is no need to 'get focused' etc. Your conscious or sub-conscious mind only needs to have the desire to channel and VOILA you are!

I'm hoping to assist each one of my students to feel the gentle loving touch of Reiki. It may change your life today, or it may just plant a seed for another day… As my mother always says, "Plant your shade trees, you never know when you'll need them!"

namaste'
Aleesha

 

Much of what Aleesha learns comes from her Guides and Angels. She believes very strongly that open, honest communication is needed with our Spirit Helpers and Ancestor Guides to achieve enlightenment and to walk our path. She assists students in creating that channel of communication for themselves through the use of Reiki and meditation.

Nothing about Aleesha is stagnant for long. She loves to grow and find new passions for herself. Working with crystals and rocks is one of them. Assisting Mother Earth through gardening, composting and cherishing Her is one of her many delights. Writing is another, she has been writing articles and a regular column for Body Mind Spirit Magazine since it’s inception until the October 2003 issue when she left to embark on a new challenge of creating a new online publication Timeless Spirit Magazine.

Aleesha was taught the art of Ear Coning by a Buddist Monk in Vancouver B.C. She has coned many ears, and also teaches this art.

Past Life Regression is another service she offers for her clients and students. During a reading, if a soul retrieval is required, she provides it. If the clients need to learn how to ground themselves, learn to meditate etc., she teaches them the basics. Assisting people with their paths and teaching enlightenment is Aleesha’s path.

Aleesha’s daughter says “My mom likes to teach people to fish, rather than just giving them a fish.” Aleesha prefers to teach people how to do all the services she provides so they can heal themselves and heal others. Private and group lessons are available.

Aleesha recommends many of her students read this book by Tira Brandon-Evans. It's a great way to get started for the spiritually enlightened beginner, even if you're non-Shamanic.

It teaches deep grounding exercises, aids with visualization, assists you in learning to trust your intuition, and so much more. By far one of the most superior books Aleesha's ever read on Shamanism. At $9.00 a copy it's a huge bargain… packed with truly invaluable information.

Please visit Elder Grove Press today and purchase "The Green and Burning Tree: A Faery Shaman's Handbook".

Please note Aleesha is no longer teaching meditation. After 7 years of classes, she was ready to move onto something new. She thanks all her past students and invites them to spend more time in meditation with their friends and families.

Because of the many requests she has had for her to teach tarot classes, Aleesha is teaching students in her home. She no longer sets up classes but if you would like to learn and perhaps have a few friends who would also like to learn - you can contact her and she'll create a class for you. (limited to 4 students per class) She only teaches small groups to create an intimate environment for growth and sharing, please email Aleesha is this interests you.

If you are interested in becoming a student or client of Aleesha’s, please do not hesitate to email her. Sorry, but she doesn’t provide free services. She believes very strongly an exchange is always needed whenever energy is provided. This is one of the first lessons Dr. Usui learned after being blessed with the miracle of Reiki in the early 1800’s, and it’s one of the many things Aleesha is emphatic about.

When you are constantly only giving and giving, and there is no energy coming back to you, you become empty. Exchange is vital to our growth and health. Money is one of the forms of exchange Aleesha accepts. She is open to other forms of exchange as well, although please remember an exchange only works if what is being exchanged is desired by both recipients. Some people’s exchange with her is money and here are the guidelines.



EXCHANGES:

The "energy" is free, it’s "time" which is precious.
I happily accept money orders or paypal whenever needed.

What is a hands on session compared to a distant one?

Your hands on session takes place in my home but if you are not available for a hands on session or if you live too far away then I can send the sessions to you, for you to take when the time is right. Both methods are equal in energy although distant attunements often take longer because you don't have my hands bringing you back when you are done (unless of course you choose to have a Reiki session AND an attunement or re-attunement at the same time). Rather you sit in the energy until you are done. Many of my students prefer a distant attunement to a hands on one. I know I do (for myself).

Reiki Priniciples

Just for today
     do not worry.

Just for today
     do not anger.

Honor your parents, teachers
     and elders.

Earn your living honestly.

Show gratitude
     to every living thing.

               - Dr. Mikao Usui




“TESTIMONIALS”

Every Reiki Master Teacher hopes her students will outshine her.
I am privileged in being Aleesha's Reiki 'Grandmother'. Aleesha's mastery of Reiki is unquestionable. I hope she will give me many more Reiki 'Great-Grandchildren' who will in turn create more Reiki Master Teachers in the years to come.

Tira Brandon-Evans - Reiki M/T
Aleesha's Reiki Grand-Mother
British Columbia, Canada

Once in a rare while a Reiki student comes along who is a very special, bright shining light. As a teacher you just know this one will go far, fulfilling every instructor's dream. When Aleesha came into my life I knew she was a rising star who would be making her mark on the world. She indeed embodies the truest and deepest principles of Reiki; and has far exceeded even my greatest expectations.

Her lineage is certainly impressive, as she is the Reiki daughter, grand-daughter, and great-grand-daughter in a lineage of Shamans, and her Reiki ancestry traces back directly to Phyllis Lee Furumoto; Master Hawayo Takata's granddaughter.

If you are fortunate enough to have the opportunity to be a student of Aleesha Stephenson, in my opinion you have found one of
the very best Reiki Master/Teachers available in North America.

Sincerely, Magi Frost - Reiki M/T
Aleesha's Reiki Mother
British Columbia, Canada



I am most fortunate, for on my life's path I have met someone who will teach me, guide me, love me, (regardless of my perfections and all my imperfections)… She is my Reiki Master Teacher (M/T).

One of the main things she has taught me is to stop rescuing people. By all means help, guide, talk, teach, listen, learn, love and care for them; but do not rescue them. For me this was, and still is, a difficult lesson to learn; to distinguish between helping and rescuing.

To rescue is to take on a person's karma by 'handling' the entire situation for them. Taking over and 'fixing' their problem. This is their lesson so they must find their own way out, they must be responsible for themselves. Learning where they are, how they got there, the part they played in creating this situation in their life… is their lesson. We are only brought into their lives to show them a way of repairing, learning, healing, and growing. We are not the controllers of their destiny. Sometimes people gladly hand over their problems to anyone willing to take them on.

Back in my 'self-thought hero' days when I was rescuing, I would jump into peoples lives and take over for them… fix it all up, only to end up in a mess myself. And then these people would go off and re-create the same scenario, only with different participants. Ironically, I figured out I was doing the same thing, jumping in and rescuing person after person. This was a lesson I had to learn, as I found myself again and again in a disheavelled heap after another rescue attempt (even though I called it 'helping').

To help is to enlighten, as to how they are creating these events in their life so it won't happen again. How many times have you done the same thing over and over again? So a crucial part of being there for others is to discuss why they have done and re-done this.

Assisting is to shine light and bring clarity to the situation for the person in need (be it yourself or another). This requires the skill of detachment; something else my loving M/T taught me. Stand back and don't become too emotionally involved in the outcome of other people's scenarios. It IS their choice after all, their life. Trust in the Universe/God/Goddess all will be as it should… perfect in this moment.

Below I've listed some of the many things my M/T taught me:

  • Don't be a rescuer.
  • A M/T learns from their students while teaching.
  • Be worthy of being trusted by others - live in honesty.
  • Trust in the Universe/God/Goddess.
  • Prosperity is a constant flow, not a one time occurence.
  • Ignorance is NOT bliss.
  • The Reiki principles are a way of living.
  • Walk your talk daily and teach by example.
  • Someone other than my Mum can love me regardless… and I am lovable!

Seva Kourzis - Reiki M/T
First - Fourth Degrees
Queensland, Australia



The first attunement I received was hands-on from a Master/Teacher here in the Netherlands, so Aleesha wasn't my first Reiki Master. Then why change to another M/T? I think its important my Reiki M/T is someone I respect and with whom I want and can have a relationship, because Reiki isn't just about getting an attunement (or two, three, four). Reiki is a way of life, and this implies your M/T will be someone who shares part of your (spiritual) growth. With Aleesha I do have this relationship. I am very happy I chose to become one of her students. She is a great teacher, she has and will always assist me in every way possible.

I have received all 4 reiki attunements (M/T level) and some re-attunements by distance. I can assure you - my experiences of receiving the distant attunements have been even "stronger" than the one I received hands-on.

Thanks Reiki-Mom!
luv ya,
Kaz - Reiki M/T
First - Fourth Degrees
Tzum, Netherlands

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Aleesha wants to change the world, so that's just what she does; she spreads light and healing in all directions. Each of her days are spent living the Reiki principles.

Aleesha has an inner fire, a spark that sets things in motion and makes positive changes happen.

I truly believe Aleesha loves and cares about, each of her students. It's been years since I was first attuned to Reiki by Aleesha, and she has been there for me to this day.

Aleesha is a rare treasure.

Toria Betson - Reiki Master
1st, 2nd and 3rd degrees Reiki
U.S.A.



Aleesha is a unique and caring teacher. She provides a comfortable learning environment and has a teaching style which made me feel very relaxed and at ease. Her insightful approach to teaching urged me to live and experience 'outside the box'. This creates a synthesis between the ancient techniques, and learning to listen and be guided by my own intuition.

The Reiki journey allows me to feel such a connection to everything. It is a beautiful learning experience which enables me to approach life in a healthier way; body, mind and spirit. It allows me not only to grow myself, but to help heal others as well. As one who is travelling along a healer's path, I have to say, I am so happy I have had such a wonderful teacher.

Thank you, Aleesha!

Kelly 2nd Degree Reiki
First and Second Degrees
British Columbia, Canada



When I met Aleesha, I knew she would be the teacher for me. Her amazing tarot classes taught me to open and trust my intuition. Her confident guidance and vibrant spirit make each class a unique learning experience.

Grateful for your teachings Aleesha

Amanda
Tarot and Meditation Classes
British Columbia, Canada



My oldest daughter and I are both quite interested in alternative health, healing and all matters spiritual. My daughter found a class for First Degree Reiki at the local recreation centre and we registered for it. Neither of us knew anything about Reiki but were open to learning. At the first class we were warmly welcomed by Aleesha. The class was intimate - four of us - which was very nice. My daughter and I found it to be a phenomenal experience. Aleesha kept us on track. Her classes started and finished on time. It was without doubt the most enlightening and relaxing class I've ever taken. Aleesha has a lovely sense of humour and an extensive background in healing. No matter how stressed I was from the days (weeks) events, I always left our little group feeling completely relaxed and at ease. I was enormously sad when the course was over. Aleesha has been very generous in making herself available for questions or comments over the years.

I don't use Reiki as much as I could and have fallen out of practice with it over the years, but when I received a treatment on the final night from one of my classmates, a chronic aching back was relieved for 10 days or more. Reiki works! Take an attunement - be better for it. Be changed for it!

Tami Ford
1st and 2nd degree Reiki
B.C. Canada



I am so glad I chose Aleesha as my Reiki teacher. She is a warm, caring supportive teacher. There was no rush or pressure for my Reiki attunements. They were each so unique and simply amazing!! Any questions or concerns I have, she is always there to answer them. I cannot put into words how amazing my Reiki Mom is. :) Thank you Aleesha.

Tina Vanderveen Reiki Master
1st, 2nd and 3rd degree Reiki
B.C. Canada



Ok first off I want to say thank you so so much for not only sharing your gift with me but for being ever so yielding to the call that is on your life.

Working through the chakras was so powerful most nights, a few nights I think I fell asleep a little to soon, but even then my sleep was so so peaceful.

The most wonderful part was that somewhere along the end of the first week or the beginning of the second it dawned on me that I had never held or touched my own body for any length of time. You know showers are really quick, rub here splash there in then I'm out. But spending twenty minutes with my hands over my womb, on my breast or near my heart was so so powerful.

Through REIKI I learned unconditional love for self. Through that love I've become better at loving my husband and children. I've been more tender, patient and conscientuous of the details that make a difference when relating to others.

I've also become more aware of the urgency of realy BE- ING and becoming a healer and the desperate need of other women and their families. I've been more appreciative of the spirit within and deliberate in my efforts to seek out the divine feminine.

I'm more confident today, more self assured. Spiritually stronger with a keener sense of purpose. THANK YOU FOR THAT GIFT!!!! Yeah all this happened through my 21 days of REIKI.

I've also diminished my fear of having an upcoming surgery. Next week I'll being having my fertility restored . I'm ecstatic and fearless about the procedure and ever welcoming this renewal. Using REIKI all week long to prepare and immediately there after to expedite my recoverya nd healing. We'll be trying to conceive soon there after too… I'm 39 and greatful to still be experiencing my moontime.

Still growing, learning and studying. Looking forward to a reattunement of even level 2 in the near future. Working on a new alter in my bedroom, kind of a sacred place for pray and reflection and of course HEALING TOUCH.

You've been a gem, jewel, GODDESS!

Blissfully yours,
Ayesha
NAMASTE
1st degree Reiki
Nashville, USA



I first met Aleesha when I came upon her website looking for a Reiki treatment. I was taught by someone else, but I wanted to experience having a Reiki treatment by someone other than the person who taught me. I first met Aleesha in September 2009 and had four sessions in four consecutive days, 'WOW' I was totally blown away by how I felt during and after my sessions. I couldnt believe how great I felt plus totally amazed when having the session how fast they went, I couldnt believe that an hour and a half had passed. It takes a lot for me to relax and chill out, but this was achieved. PURE RELAXATION, PURE BLISS:) I was very much impressed and I booked in for another four sessions in my last week, before I left Canada. I had re-attunements with Aleesha during these two lots of sessions and the visualisations I had during them were "WOW", I hadn't had any visualisations when I had my first attunements so I was elated.

Before I even left New Zealand for January 2010, I arranged for another four sessions during the first week of being back in Canada and another four sessions, and again in my last week of being there. I had more re-attunements whilst having these treatments and I was totally blown away with the visualisations, I was a happy camper to say the least. Aleesha is a lovely, friendly person with a great sense of humour and her family is lovely, including her extended family ie: cats, dogs and fish :D

Her extended family (cats and dogs) like to make themselves known and like to be acknowledged, they are the meet and greet 'representatives' of the house, a great team :) The kittens are a crack up, they like to enjoy the treatments as well, the kittens like to play up a bit when 'they' think things are getting too serious, they like things to be kept light hearted and fun, 'oh' and the light grey older cat joins in as well, this one tends to enjoy the treatment with you and sneaks in when Aleesha isn't looking hehehe :D, You are made to feel like the family, its a great atmosphere.

Thank you my friend, its been a blast, see you next time!

Namaste
KMT-NZ
Reiki M/T
New Zealand



Not feeling very well, I decided to give a Reiki session a try for the first time. Aleesha and Tina worked on me together. I started off in the sauna for 45 minutes and then got onto the massage table for my session. They were very good at making me feel comfortable and relaxed. I'm really glad I decided to give it a try. I've been feeling a lot of pain and discomfort, and taking medication for the pain was not an option I wanted to take.

The day of my Reiki session I felt energized for the rest of the day and the next day I was still energized and my pain has subdued! I look forward to my next session and highly recomend it to anyone suffering with pain. This is the best I've felt in weeks… it's nice to finally have some relief, and I credit it all to my Reiki experience. (Jody was attuned to first degree shortly after.)

Jody M.
1st Degree
Harrison Hot Springs, BC, Canada



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