I knew I had to write this review after my first Reiki appointment, but after my Reiki training class yesterday, I knew this had to write this immediately! I went in for my very first 60 minute Reiki appointment a couple weeks ago to deal with some stress due to drastic life changes. I have been feeling jumpy and "on-edge" for a while and needed some additional help/direction to provide relief. The space was incredibly cozy and all around felt good to be in. Immediately after meeting Marie, I knew she was a right fit. I appreciated her natural ability to make me feel right at home in a new space. The treatment itself was amazing. Having had smaller Reiki sessions before, I had an idea of what to expect, but during the full hour, I felt the tightness in my abdomen relax, and my breathing become easier. By the end of the hour, I was calm, glassy-eyed, and a little out of it (in a good way). I really feel that the treatment set the tone for how I coped with my stressors the following week. I didn't hold things in my body as much and felt calmer. Because I work in the health industry, I decided to also do a one-on-one Reiki training with Marie as well. I am still blown away by her kindness during the class. Not only did I receive amazing information and training, but the materials she gave me to study were very organized and well put together. We enjoyed talking about health and healing so much, that we did get off track with time (which I didn't mind because I was learning so much), but she was so kind in letting me hang out longer to get all the training I needed. She even provided lunch! I am so, so grateful for Marie and her generosity and can't wait to put Reiki in to my own practice. GO SEE HER!! read more

I have been to several reiki practitioners throughout my life, but nothing could have prepared me for my experience with Marie. I had been going through a difficult time and was experiencing terrible anxiety. I had lost someone close to me, and my sweet dog of 15 years had just passed. There was a heaviness that was weighing on my heart that just wouldn't go away. I had heard about this woman- Marie- from a mutual friend who insisted that I go try one reiki session with her. I had received reiki before, and was skeptical that anyone could help at this point. Moreover, Marie's office was 45 minutes from where I live. I finally got around to scheduling an appointment. It turned out to be one of the best decisions of my life. Marie is hands down the most gifted healer I have ever encountered. Her compassionate and intuitive nature were exactly what I needed. After one session with Marie, I felt like a whole new person. It felt like the weight had finally been lifted. She is such a bright and loving person who genuinely cares about her clients. When she told me she would follow up with me after our session, I was shocked to receive an email from her that night with all the information we had talked about that day. She gave me tools to continue to use at home to help with my grieving process. Her positive energy and genuine warmth is contagious. After two sessions with Marie, I was so impressed that I signed up for her Reiki Level I and II class. I couldn't be happier. I am forever grateful to Marie and the impact she has had on my life. If it's your first time experiencing reiki, or even if you are an experienced veteran, you will not be disappointed. read more

Zaanti Reiki - Naturopathic/Holistic Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I am a 25 year old guy. I study at an art school, go to comedy clubs, meet friends at dive bars, work at an ice cream shop....people often call me a "hipster" (though I have no idea what that means anymore). These details are superflous, but I mention them to enforce the idea that Reiki is for ALL types. Its a powerful healing tool that I deeply encourage everyone to at least try once. I sought it out because I wanted to be healthier in mind and spirit, and I was looking to pursue "alternative" avenues to achieve the such. After receiving Reiki, I've realized there's a lot more going on in our bodies than most of us realize. There's only so much pills, diet, and lifestyle choices can do for us. Reiki heals on physical, emotional, and spiritual planes. The quality of my life has increased considerably since starting my Reiki sessions with Marie. I experience great peace on a daily basis, I feel grounded and connected with the world around me, my relationships with people are deep and genuine, I laugh a lot, and I have great confidence in myself as a participant in Life's designs. Marie is an incredibly down to earth, welcoming, and wise woman. I felt immediately at ease walking into her center. She's very perceptive and sensitive, knowing at a deep level which parts of my self need healing. Marie is a Reiki Master in two senses. Not only is she adequately trained and experienced, but she has found the balance and intuition to make Reiki a very human and personal experience for her clients. Each session I've had with her has left me with new seeds of wisdom, messages she's channeled from above, which have flowered my life with much serenity and growth. The main thing I leave with, and the reason why I believe people like Marie are angels, is great insight on how to make being alive a truly enjoyable and loving experience! read more

I was interested in experiencing and learning about Reiki and found Zaanti Reiki on Yelp. I emailed Marie and scheduled my first Reiki session with her. Upon arrival, I was greeted with a warm smile and glistening eyes by Reiki Master, Marie Kahle. Instantly, I felt connected and comforted in her presence. I was welcomed to her cozy candlelit space with calming music softly playing in the background. As soon as I laid down on the table, I could smell the aromatherapy scented sheets and feel the heat radiating from the bed and my body melted into relaxation. Marie performed Reiki on me and I was hooked! The mesmerizing scent of Palo Santo along with Marie's warm touch transcended my body and mind into a state of bliss. When I got up from the table I felt rejuvenated, recharged, yet calm and relaxed at the same time, it was unlike anything I have experienced before. The aches and pains from my stressful workday seemed to have vanished. My vision was restored, as everything seemed really vivid and clear. I felt great! I knew right then that I wanted to pursue performing Reiki on others, to help them achieve this incredible state. Since that day, I have attended Marie's Reiki I & Reiki II classes that were absolutely awe-inspiring, invigorating and deeply moving. Learning hands-on with Marie, Delphina and my peers gave me a unique experience witnessing first-hand the presence and power of energy. Marie and Delphina are extremely gifted instructors, always willing to share, guide and inspire others. I highly recommend taking their courses and experiencing Reiki from Marie. These experiences have changed my life, as I have found the healer within. I plan on opening my own Reiki studio in the Northwest Suburbs so that others may benefit from the profound healing and health benefits of Reiki. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, MARIE !!!! read more

Anybody who walks through the doors of Zaanti will forever have their lives changed. 100%. I cannot even begin to articulate how powerful of an impact zaanti has had on my life. Just tonight, I had a group of friends over who I had met over the course of a year taking classes at Zaanti, and they all share the same sentiment. Marie and Delphina are angels. They are natural healers and their light literally rubs off on you. The services that they each provide are out of this world incredible, the courses they teach are AMAZING, and their ability to bring like-minded people together is utterly beautiful. This place is so much more than a Reiki shop - it's like a Mecca for anybody on the spiritual path. You will be vibing so high after you leave here that you won't ever want to come down. When the student is ready, the teacher appears. read more

I had my very first reiki session ever with Marie. She is super joyous and energetic. She is also very knowledgable about reiki and other spiritual things. I felt some of the energy flowing through my body during the healing, and feel/felt very calm and clear afterwards too. I had to take away a star though because I felt that she was talking to me too much during the healing. Perhaps I should have spoken up. I kept falling into a deep trance but waking up out of it because she was chatting and asking me questions. It felt like I was getting super casual healing from one of my girlfriends. Maybe I should have told her I was wanting a more deep meditative experience. I did feel pretty nice afterwards, but I have to admit I felt like the talking was a distraction, and I felt it would have had even stronger effects had I been able to relax. I would still recommend her healing service because it was effective and informative. I'd especially recommend her for spiritual newbies who are leery of weird new-agey mystic-gypsy types. She is very down to earth and personable. I might explore other practitioners for a better fit for my healing, although I would imagine her classes are great because she is very cheerful, fun and knowledgable. So I might still return for that. read more

I was fortunate to experience a reiki session with Marie last month. I was unsure what to expect as I had heard a little about reiki but had never had any personal experience. As soon as I walked in I was at ease as Marie is one of the most peaceful and kind people I have ever met. I was told what the session would involve and asked if I had any questions. My session with Marie left me feeling both calm and energized, I"m not sure how that works but it's the truth. I felt a feeling an overwhelming sense of peace throughout the rest of my day. I look forward to going back and highly recommend others check Zaanti out!! Thanks Marie!!!! read more

A while ago I was not a big believer in Reiki. I didn't know much about it and it sounded a little far-fetched. My mind changed completely when I met Marie. So did my life :-) she has more than the healing touch. Every visit I leave unbelievably relaxed. To say that it's changed my demeanor would be an understatement. This is absolutely the real deal :-) read more

I visited Zaanti Reiki today and really enjoyed my session with Marie. She has a grounding, kind, and non-judgmental presence that helped me to feel comfortable immediately. I work in the helping field for my profession so it felt good to receive care from someone else for a change! I highly recommend Zaanti Reiki- thank you Marie for helping me to reconnect to myself again! read more

Marie is such a kind and lovely soul! She is an exceptional reiki practitioner. I always feel like a weight has lifted and much calmer, lighter, less stressed (basically amazing!) after a session with her. Reiki with Marie has been something I have incorporated into my life. I do believe that we cannot always perceive the energy and negativity or stresses that trouble us that we carry- and reiki is a way to clear that energy and help us be better versions of ourselves. I also should mention that I saw Marie in July of 2016 and asked her to clear the space for me to get pregnant- and I got pregnant that month. Coincidence? I don't know =). But extremely happy to have Marie in my life and the benefit of Reiki! Highly recommend!! read more

I am writing a review of Zaanti Reiki, particularly, Marie because I feel I have a truly remarkable story to tell. While I read Yelp reviews I don't review places/services hardly at all. So thanks to all of you Yelpers who are so diligent in reviewing. If I could give more stars I would!! How I came to see Marie was through a good friend of mine who was seeking Reiki for herself. She sent me a link and from there I had started searching the web for more info.I was diagnosed with breast cancer and was scheduled for a double mastectomy with reconstruction on May 22. I was really dreading the recovery process. My search on Reiki and surgery, mastectomy led me to several positive Reiki and surgeries articles. Called a few places in Chicago, left messages re: their experience with Reiki and mastectomies Only Marie called back a couple of days later. She wanted to do a little research for my situation. She was extremely honest and didn't make any promises but told me what Reiki can provide for me. She told me of Dr Oz who now uses Reiki before his surgeries. I made an appointment. I wanted a Reiki session BEFORE my surgery as many of the articles I read had people getting Reiki right before their surgeries. On May 20, I had my first session with Marie. When you meet Marie, it likes meeting a friend you haven't seen in a while. She's very friendly, kind and makes you feel so at ease. For Reiki all you do is lay down and relax! Marie does the rest! My session was an hour long. I am here to tell you about my results of Reiki. On May 22 I had my surgery. I had talked to several survivors who told me that I would be on Vicodin for probably 1-2 weeks due to the pain. I was also told I may have an extreme sore throat from the breathing tube, possibly no appetite for a while, possible nausea or headache, constipation from the meds and of course pain! When I woke up in the recovery room, the nurse was concerned with my pain management and throat. I had no sore throat, dryness and hoarseness but no discomfort whatsoever! No nausea. I was given a pump of Demerol by the nurse and taken to my room. The pump of Demerol was self-administering...I didn't use the pump once during my overnight and almost next day stay. The catheter located between my new breasts that automatically pumps a localized pain med directly I asked to be removed the next day...even though I was highly encouraged to keep it for that day and next...It was removed at noon on Thursday, the 23. I also ate on Wednesday, and on Thursday with an appetite! While I had discomfort - anyone who has had this surgery can relate to the discomfort from the darn drains - I had 4, I wasn't having pain. I wanted to know what my pain was going to be like so I would know - I know this sounds silly but I needed to know what the point of no return was going to be like while in the hospital, Well, I wasn't taking Vicodin, only Tramadol,. I was given one in the hospital during the day, and one when I finally went home at 430. Still no pain. Discomfort for under surgery.my arms and one drain portal. But I also knew there is always some discomfort after On Friday, I stopped taking my Tramadol except at night and started with 400 mg of Ibuprofen every 6 hours. Everyone, including my doctors, and of course women who have gone thru this, and others who have had major surgery can not believe how little pain I had. I was walking up and down stairs Friday. Eating regularly and all other things regularly by Saturday - Memorial Day I was feeling the TE more but still no pain. When I am asked why do I think this is the case, the only thing I can attribute this to is my Reiki session!! I am in average shape at best, so it is not because I was in already great shape. Everything I read about Reiki and pain management from surgeries was true for me. One week later, 2 drains have been removed and I take ibuprofen when needed. Again women and men who have gone thru this know the discomfort of the drains, TE etc. But I never had pain, just typical discomfort according the nurses etc. I encourage anyone who is going to have major surgery to try a Reiki session with Marie. You have absolutely nothing to lose. If nothing else, you will walk away feeling refreshed and relaxed. Took my mom yesterday was having hip problems - she felt fantastic and still does. Do I think Reiki is a cure all - I don't know enough to know. All I know is that I had a Reiki session before my surgery and I walked away from my surgery with no pain. My healing has been uneventful other than my atypical experience. I wanted something other than pain meds to handle my pain and I got it. Reiki has been around a long time. Skeptics think what you will. I only know my own experience. Reiki worked for me. Thanks Marie for making my experience turn out more positive than expected!! read more

I recently took a class in Reiki 2 and it change my life! Marie the Reiki Master was very serene and caring. The group was small which I loved and I met really wonderful people as well. The course involved group Reiki and all students were attuned with both Reiki masters Marie & Delphina. The attunement process felt like a deep meditation/Clearing sensation if that makes sense. Lastly, the vegetarian lunch was delicious! I will definitely be coming back for my masters in the future! Can't wait to use my new certification in Reiki 2! read more

I recently started seeing Marie for Reiki treatments as part of my recovery from shoulder surgery. She helped me years ago after I broke my foot and remembered how much it helped. Even more effective this time around! Wow, has it made a big difference in pain management, keeping grounded through the healing process and even being able to sleep through the night. Not having a lot of experience with Reiki, I wasn't sure how long the benefits would last, but have been pleasantly surprised to find that a weekly treatment has done wonders thus far. Thank you, thank you, thank you! read more

Marie was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable on reiki. She shared very interesting stories and information regarding it throughout our session. It almost felt as though my session was a bonus crash course, too! She is truly a kind soul and I recommend her if, like me, you are new to reiki. It was a very pleasant experience and I sat up afterward feeling "the buzz." You won't know what it feels like until you try it for yourself :) read more

My acupuncturist had told me about Marie and how well reviewed she was. I'm dealing with a lot of negative emotions such as anger, anxiety, and ptsd due to the loss of my daughter. I meditate, practice yoga and mindfulness, have good eat/sleep/exercise habits but I needed something more to help with all of these uncontrollable negative emotions. I'm also pregnant again and want to create a positive nurturing environment for my new baby. I had my first treatment a couple of days ago and I have felt remarkably more peaceful and in control of my thoughts and emotions, more clear. Marie has a great energy and I instantly felt comfortable and trusted her. I'm so grateful to have found her. read more

Magical and transformational are two words I would use to describe my reiki session with Marie. She is an extraordinarily kind, intuitive, and gifted healer. The reiki space is calming and relaxing. It's easy to tune-out the rest of the world and with Marie's guidance and energy, turn inward for healing, answers, and spiritual alignment. It really is a life-altering experience. Highly recommended! read more

Marie is a breath of fresh air- radiant, sincere, and best of all she has a really great sense of humor. Conversations with her are so refreshing and I can't recommend her enough as a healer. I can't wait to see her again! read more

Marie is a wonderful Reiki healer and I'm blessed to be able to have had sessions with her. What a beautiful experience to treat yourself to! A lot of prior anxiety and physical pain that I had dissipated after a session. You will feel so relaxed and peaceful after your session with her! read more

The moment Marie and I spoke on the phone I knew I was meant to meet her. She has a wonderful calming energy. Marie and I met at a point in my life where I needed healing, she offered me the opportunity to quite my mind and helped recenter my thoughts and purpose. read more

Marie is a **GIFTED HEALER**. Her compassion and sensitivity to the needs of her clients are 2nd to none. The Reiki Sessions are worth every penny especially if you can afford to go on a regular basis. The Reiki Classes/Workshops are taught in a way that makes you feel safe and like you are among family. A gf of mine, living out of state, took Reiki training at the same time as I did. When we discussed and traded info on our experiences it was clear that Marie and Delphina had presented and demonstrated knowledge in my Reiki training farrrrrrrrrrr beyond that of my gfs experience. That's not coming from a place of Ego or loyalty. It's just a simple and honest observation and statement of fact. Zaanti Reiki is the kind of place that makes you want to petition Yelp to add a 6th star. read more

Marie is my Reiki Master, and as such I can not say enough about the ridiculous elevation I feel after a Reiki session with her. I really have to wait a few extra minutes before I can drive:). It is an experience that can not be fully relayed in words.....if you are on this path you will find her. read more

Chicago has been absolutely blessed with this wonderful new Reiki center with the most loving, peaceful, joyous, gifted healers. I had the great pleasure of taking Reiki attunement classes I and II in May 2011 with Delphina Aldama and Marie Kahle - the Reiki Masters of Zaanti. This experience was life-changing for me, and was one of the most incredibly beautiful experiences of my life. Delphina and Marie are very giving and gentle souls, and put together a very comprehensive Reiki training for our class. We learned the history of Reiki, including the lineage dating to M & D, we learned how to administer Reiki, what it means, the many avenues of self-healing and the healing of others that can open up to you upon attunement, we were able to practice on one another, and so much more - I could go on and on, it's difficult to put such a beautiful experience into words. I felt very energetically healed, open, and brimming with love upon leaving, and feel blessed to have made connections with my classmates and the instructors. I cannot iterate enough - the experience changed my life, and I am excited and grateful to continue in a Master attunement class at Zaanti in a month. Beyond the classes, Maria and Delphina are gifted and well-practiced Reiki Masters who offer Reiki healing sessions - one of the most relaxing, stress-reducing, meditative, cleansing, cathartic experiences you can have. It's a great way to take care of yourself and harmonize your body, spirit, and mind. I am so so so happy Zaanti is in Chicago to help foster healing for all :-) read more

I had been curious to try Reiki and booked an appointment to see Marie on my birthday and it was the best gift I could ever give myself! Marie is AMAZING. I'm totally hooked on reiki after seeing her and have gone back multiple times since. I even took a Reiki class from her! Marie explains everything throughout the session and her knowledge and insights have opened up a whole new depth of understanding for me. Marie is a true, natural-born healer and the best part is she does Reiki because it is her heart's work. She does this to share her tremendous gift with the world. She is kind and generous and I can't say enough good things about her! I am so glad I found her and recommend her and reiki to anyone who is interested. read more

Joyful healing happening here! Marie exudes natural positive energy. I've come out of every session feeling lighter and more grounded at the same time - a wonderful combination. What a world it would be if everyone approached their work the way Marie does. Her passion is contagious. Lucky us. read more

I was a little nervous about Reiki, but after 4 sessions, I have to say I'm hooked. Marie is so personable, gentle, and positive, she can brighten anyone's day. The Reiki itself is also very healing and I leave with a strong sense of peace and the biggest smile on my face. I can definitely say that Marie and her healing has helped me deal with my anxiety, doubts, and nervousness, in all areas of my life, and I would recommend her to all of my friends!!! read more

Marie is as good as they get! I have learned so much from her about healing, and every time I walk out of there after my session I feeling amazing! I can really feel energy shifts through my body as they are being released. If it is your first time with Reiki, look no furthur and make an appt. She is down to earth and a ray of sunshine. :) read more