Energy Balancing Technique to Aide in Healing for Children — A guest post by Dr. Mary Riposo

Dr. Mary Riposo received her Doctorate in Child and Family studies and has MANY gifts she shares with the world.  Mary is a healer (practicing MANY different modalities), licensed counselor, life coach, teacher of many healing modalities and works with the diagnosis and treatment of Autistic Children.   Mary is also a fellow New York Stater and I really hope to meet her as it would definitely be an honor.  Mary has such a kind heart and through her studies has recognized the importance of Energy Balancing for children.  She has included an Energy Balancing Technique you can use on your children that will help them whether they are special needs or not. Mary shares the belief that we are all healers and this technique can be done by anyone with great benefit.  It is my pleasure and honor to bring you a guest post by Dr. Mary Riposo.

Energy Balancing Techniques for Children

A Guest Post by Mary Riposo, PhD

As a child psychologist, I have become increasingly aware that children growing up today are living in conditions of high stress, and more and more children are being diagnosed with developmental delays, as well as serious medical and mental health conditions. In fact, we hear in the news almost every day that conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Sensory Integration Disorder are on the rise. Because I use an integrative approach to healing, I have found that the behaviors that go along with these conditions can often be remedied by using a simple energy balancing technique that parents can do themselves.

We all intuitively use touch to balance our own energy. When you are stressed or have a headache, you instinctively rub your temples. If you’ve ever hit your finger when using a hammer, you know that you instinctively grab that finger with the other hand to make it feel better. You also use energy balancing techniques with your child on a regular basis. Consider this; what’s the first thing you do when your child falls down or otherwise gets hurt in some way? You hold them, rub the sore spot, or kiss it to make it ‘all better’.

You intuitively know what is needed to make your child feel better. And your child knows that your energy is healing; that’s why they come to you first when they are hurt or scared. You know when your child’s energy is balanced; they’re happy, healthy, and curious about their environment. You can also easily tell when your child’s energy is out of balance; they’re irritable, throw temper tantrums, refuse to eat, and can’t seem to fall asleep easily. They may also line up toys, flap their hands, or repeat the same word or phrase over and over again. These are behaviors often seen in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

However, most typically developing children at some time have difficulty with self soothing and reestablishing their own balance. In my practice, I use Reiki and other energy balancing modalities to help the children that I see balance their energy. But I also teach parents to use simple energy balancing techniques with their children at home. In fact, the best time to begin using energy balancing methods with your child is at bedtime, when children’s energies are naturally waning. Incorporating anything new is best achieved by adding it to your child’s existing routine. If you typically read a bedtime story to your child every night, then try adding this simple technique to your story time routine.

Position yourself so that you are next to your child. Then take a few deep breaths and settle yourself down. Focus on what you’re doing and reduce any distractions. Then, place one hand on your child while you’re reading the story. At the end of the story, stay with your child for a few moments longer, focusing on the connection between yourself and your child. As you focus on that connection, send loving energy to your child. Feel the love moving from your heart, down your arms, and into your hands. Let it fill you up and move into your child. Remain with this feeling for up to five minutes. By this time your child will have likely fallen asleep. Then go about the rest of your evening.

If your child is aversive to touch, then try this technique after he or she has fallen asleep. You will likely notice that you feel better afterward as well. If your child is very active, even while asleep, you can sit next to, or on the side of the bed, and send the loving energy to your child with your intention. Just look at your child and send the energy while holding them in your attention. Children who receive energy balancing on a regular basis tend to be happier, healthier, and have less behavior problems.

Bio:

Mary is a School Psychologist, licensed Professional Counselor, and Reiki Master Teacher. Her businesses include the Center for Integrated Energy Healing and Alternative Autism Solutions. Mary is the author of “Using Reiki Techniques with Children: A Guide for Parents and Professionals”. She also teaches a specialized Reiki class for parents and professionals who would like to use the technique with children, including children with special needs. For more information, visit her websites: www.IntegratedEnergyHealing.com, www.AlternativeAutismSolutions.com

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