How to Support Yourself After an Energy Healing Session
The hours and days following a session are just as important as the session itself. Just like your body needs time to heal after a workout or emotional experience, your energy body also needs space to process and shift. Here’s how to support yourself in the best way possible after a session:
1. Give It Time
Energy healing doesn’t always provide instant “aha” moments or immediate pain relief (though sometimes it can!). More often, the shifts unfold gradually—layer by layer. Emotional or physical imbalances that have been held in the body for years don’t usually vanish overnight. In each session we release what is brought to the surface by the subconscious mind, remove it, and then allow the body to adapt to the changes. We can’t release more than what the body is ready to release, even if we really want to speed up the process. Be patient with yourself. Trust that everything will happen at the perfect time. Healing is a journey, not a sprint.
2. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Your body is made up of nearly 90% water, and water is a powerful conductor of energy. After a session, hydration becomes even more important. Drinking plenty of water helps flush out released energy and supports the body in recalibrating.
Tip: Aim for more than your usual water intake for the next 24–48 hours. Add a pinch of sea salt or a squeeze of lemon if you like to help your body absorb it more effectively. Some of the electrolyte drink mixes on the market are healthy choices too, but some can be very high in sugar, so just be aware. Also, some people really enjoy soaking in epsom salts after a session to relax. Even a foot bath using epsom salts can be beneficial.
3. Understand Processing Symptoms
After a session, you may experience what we call “processing symptoms.” These are normal and temporary signs that your body is adjusting to the energy shifts.
Some common symptoms include:
Feeling emotional or weepy
Mild headaches or fatigue
Temporary resurfacing of old thoughts or memories
Digestive shifts
Changes in sleep or appetite
A sense of “nothingness” or emotional flatness or feeling a bit “off”
These experiences are your system clearing and recalibrating. If you notice them, try not to resist. Stay curious and compassionate with yourself, and trust that your body knows how to move through it.
If you ever feel overwhelmed, gentle movement, grounding practices, or even light distraction (like watching a favorite feel-good show or spending time in nature) can help your system self-regulate. Sometimes just going to bed earlier than normal can be a good idea too.
4. Celebrate and Anchor the Shift
Something simple but powerful to consider is taking a moment to celebrate yourself after your session. Your subconscious loves reward, and celebration helps anchor the idea that healing is a positive and supported process and reminds you that you just did something beneficial for your health and wellness.
Celebration doesn’t have to mean throwing a party. It can be:
Saying a quiet “thank you” to your body
Enjoying your favorite drink or treat
Listening to music you love
Taking a relaxing bath
Writing down a few things you're grateful for
5. Support Your Nervous System
Gentle self-care is essential after a session. Try:
Taking a salt bath
Journaling what you're feeling
Walking in nature or grounding barefoot outdoors
Doing light stretching or breathwork
Getting extra sleep
These practices help your nervous system integrate the changes in a calm and supportive way.
6. Schedule Your Next Session Intuitively
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to how often you should book sessions. Some clients feel ready for another session in a few days; others prefer to wait a few weeks. If you’re unsure, listen to your body and emotions—when you're feeling stuck again or ready to go deeper, that's a great time to have another session.
As a general guide:
If you're working through something intense, weekly or biweekly sessions can help build momentum, especially when you first get started with energy work.
If you're in a maintenance or growth phase, monthly sessions may feel just right.
Remember:
The effects of energy healing are often subtle, yet profound. Trust that the shifts are happening, even if you don’t feel them immediately. Every session moves you closer to balance, clarity, and freedom.
Your body and energy know exactly how to heal. Your only job is to support yourself with gentleness, hydration, gratitude, and presence.
If you ever feel unsure or need extra support in between sessions, I’m always here to help.
