Come as you are.
Leave a little lighter.
Thoughtful Tui Na bodywork and Reiki, offering space to unwind, ease everyday tension and care for areas of discomfort.
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Qi is the vital energy that flows through the body.
Make room for
how you feel.
Life can leave us feeling tense, disconnected or simply in need of a little space. House of Qi is an invitation to slow down and pay attention to what your body needs.
Drawing on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the gentle practice of Reiki, I bring together hands-on bodywork and a calm, thoughtful approach to wellbeing.
Every person is different. Your experience will be shaped around your comfort, preferences and the techniques that feel right for you.
Two traditions.
One intention.
Tui Na
Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tui Na is a hands-on bodywork practice that works with the body’s meridians and acupressure points. Like acupuncture, it draws on the traditional understanding of Qi, but uses hand techniques and pressure instead of needles. Through techniques such as pressing, kneading and rolling, sessions offer space to ease everyday tension and reconnect with your body. I specialise in working with tension and discomfort in the head, neck and shoulders—areas where many of us carry the strain of everyday life.
Reiki
Originating in Japan, Reiki is a gentle spiritual practice based on the idea of universal life energy. I work with the intention of supporting energetic balance and helping to release what may feel blocked or held within. During a session, I place my hands lightly on or just above the body, creating space for reflection, emotional comfort and a deeper connection with yourself.
What to expect in a session
We begin with gentle massage to loosen the muscles and explore where you are holding tension. I then use Tui Na techniques to work with acupressure points and meridians, followed by Reiki and gentle Qigong-inspired energy work, with the intention of supporting balance and the flow of Qi.
Tui Na can sometimes feel uncomfortable as areas of tension are worked on. I describe this as “good pain”—a sensation that feels manageable and relieving, rather than overwhelming. Pressure is always adjusted to your preference, and you can ask for it to be changed or stop at any time.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, there is a saying: 不通則痛—“Where there is no free flow, there is pain.” It expresses the traditional view that discomfort can be associated with a blockage or disruption in the flow of Qi.
Meet Lorraine
I’m Lorraine Tai, and I created House of Qi to bring together my training in Reiki and Tui Na and my interest in the relationship between body, energy and wellbeing.
My background in Chinese martial arts and my practice of Qigong also inform my interest in movement, energy and the connection between body and mind. My intention is to offer a thoughtful space where you can feel supported, listened to and at ease.
House of Qi is a safe space for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent people. You are invited to share any preferences or adjustments that would help you feel comfortable and supported.
Qualifications & trainingTui Na
I’m certified by the UK Academy of Chinese Medicine, with training from Professor Engin Can (Enqin Zhang), president of the academy and a visiting professor at Shanghai and Zhejiang universities of Chinese medicine.
Reiki Level 2
I’m certified by The Wellbeing Workshop, London. This certification is accepted and verified by the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).
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Complementary wellbeing practices are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.