ABOUT US
What Makes Our Services Unique?
We don't just stand there spacing out with our hands placed over you; we actually move the energy in ways that you can feel, working muscle tension out and restoring balance to your systems.
Hands on Reiki energy healing and Acupressure Massage
Tailored Wellness Solutions
Noticeable and timely results
Nourishing Your Body, Elevating Your Well-Being
"Every visit leaves me feeling refreshed, balanced, and truly cared for!"
What is Reiki (in a nutshell)
A Japanese style of alternative medical treatment. It's like a form of electromagnetic therapy that utilizes the most powerful technology available to mankind; the human mind, heart and will to stimulate and encourage healing of both the emotional and physical, yin and yang aspects of a person; .
The 'Ki' or Qi in 'Reiki' refers to the energy that circulates within everything in the universe. It works in a similar way to how blood circulates our bodies, or in the same way that thoughts circulate our minds and how emotions circulate the 'heart space'. Qi is the source of all movements of the body and within the body; both voluntary and involuntary. It's the energy source behind metabolic processes, digestion and all other forms of harmonious transformation in the body. The way of the microcosm is contained in the way of macrocosm, and with that being said; Qi is heavily influenced by mental and emotional workings and is moved via the will to make physical change in the same way that all physical creations begin as simple ideas and imaginings before being brought forth into physical, 3D reality.
The heart and brain generate an electromagnetic field around the body, however the heart's influence on this electromagnetic field is 60-100x stronger electrically, and up to 5000x stronger magnetically than the brain's influence. And with modern physicists coming to the conclusion that the physical world (as we know it) is made out of electromagnetic fields that basically amount to being nothing more than waves of energy (or Qi) that is heavily influenced by mental and emotional phenomena. With this understanding, the power Reiki has to benefit our lives becomes clear.
Reiki healers channel the “spirit” (meaning an attitude or mind state) of compassion, and use the will (or conscious heartfelt intention) to direct electromagnetic energy through the hands in order to influence and enhance the recipient's natural abilities to regenerate physically and recuperate mentally and emotionally.
Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use with enough practice and energetic attunements. It has been effective in helping the recovery of virtually every known illness and malady and always creates a beneficial effect of some sort, significant or subtle. It also works extraordinarily well in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.
What is Acupressure (in a nutshell)
Unlike acupuncture which uses needles to stimulate and influence the energetic meridians of the body, acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the power of healing touch to inject qi into specific energy/pressure points on the skin/muscle/fascia.
Qi is the source of all movement in the body, both voluntary and involuntary. It's also the energy source behind metabolic processes, digestion and all other forms of harmonious transformation in the body.
It is Scientifically proven that our psychology is heavily influenced by our physiology. Even if you're emotionally upset, just focusing on the thought "smile" will change your neurochemistry. to actually take it a step further and intentionally laughing out loud will flood your system with positive feelings and energy. Energetic blockages often manifest themselves in the form of low spirits, frustration, sadness, muscular tension, pain and maladies. However the application of counter pressure on specific energetic points associated with problem areas reinvigorates the musculoskeletal system's energetic circuitry, improving mood while simultaneously serving as a form of corrective flexibility training, as weak joints are supported by the strengthening and stretching of compensatory muscles in order to clear energetic blockages in the etherial/mental-emotional/ spiritual body.
Acupressure works similarly to a brace, compression wear or foam roller however unlike the aforementioned devices; the effects of acupressure are last much, much longer.
It feels different from regular massage, as Qi is channeled directly into the clients' energetic meridians; which releases muscular tension, stress and promotes the circulation of the clients's own Qi, which in turn leads to improved blood flow. As it goes, where Qi goes, blood flows, and as a result recipients may feel sensations of static, heat, or become relaxed to the point of sleepiness.
The many benefits of Acupressure from Shaq Wukong the Godhand include: chronic pain / stress relief, improved sleep quality, improved digestion, release of built up lactic acid, and chakra balance.
Intro Session - $25
New to reiki and/or GRA? Start here! Includes free silk eye mask, 15m assessment and 60m reiki + acupressure + percussive therapy session
Note: New members only
Rejuvenation for Body & Mind
Why Choose Us?
Free Silk Mask
GRA is dedicated to providing a peaceful retreat from your day to day. This is where holistic therapies and expert care come together to promote deep relaxation and overall well-being. And if the eyes are the windows to the soul, why not treat them in luxury?
Restorative Services
From full-body treatments to shadow work therapy, our range of services is designed to nurture your soul and revitalize your energy. That said, we're all about results and most clients typically see a difference between 1-3 sessions.
Commitment to Service
We prioritize quality, personalized care, and ensuring that every experience supports your journey to a healthier, more balanced life, even if it means we go over on time! At GRA "Overdeliver" is our middle name.
Meet The Godhand
Shaq Wukong
Certified Lvl III Usui Reiki Master / NASM Certified Fitness Professional / Martial Artist
Shaq Wukong, The Godhand, is a Mixed Martial Artist, NASM certified fitness professional, MMA conditioning specialist, Qigong expert and Jikiden Reiki Kenkyukai certified Reiki Therapist that comes from a long lineage of clairvoyants and healers. Since the age of four his parents noticed that Shaq was intutitive beyond his years and that the palms of his hands would often burn hot without explanation. Always an energetic and enthusiastic boy, he was introduced to tai-chi quan at the age of seven thanks to his older brother and began meditation and the cultivation of his internal qi/ki energy reserves.
An avid martial artist, he suffered a jaw injury around this same time that resulted in 16 stitches to his chin which led him to develop a slight speech impediment. However, he continued his martial arts practice and began MMA training at age 14 at Wai-Kru MMA. At age 16 he began practicing Taoist Qi-Gong mediation practices under the tutelage of Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming of the YMAA.
Through Dr. Yang's teachings, Shaq began to practice qigong acupressure massage on himself daily. This coupled with consistent meditation & the practice of Qi cultivation techniques unlocked something in him; the potential he had felt was lying dormant. In college he majored in exercise science at the George Washington University's School of Public Health and came to understand anatomy, physiology, biology and the body as a whole from a scientific point of view. With this understanding he would treat his own injuries sustained from Brazilian jujitsu training, which included a back injury in 2015 that left Shaq in so much pain that he couldn't even tie his own shoe. However through a combination of self administered percussive therapy, acupressure and qigong self massage; Shaq went to work on his back injury, as well as the musculature surrounding his own speech apparatus, and was not only able to successfully accelerate the recovery of his back injury but also able to treat the speech impediment he had developed in early childhood to the point that it has become largely unnoticeable. As a side effect of repairing his throat chakra, he also discovered his love for making music. That was when he knew for certain that he could help others.
In 2016, Shaq began to treat his friends and family to qi gong acupressure massages to mend their injuries, back problems and muscle soreness, much to their delight. Around the same time he was introduced to Reiki by a good friend, and was able to finally find a way to properly channel the energy that radiated from his hands since he was a child. After college, he returned to Boston and under the guidance and tutelage of Starr Sadaya Beauvais of Dovenstar Intuitive Reiki Center, he was certified by the Jikiden Reiki Kenkyukai in Usui Reiki Ryoho in 2017. Ever since, he has successfully treated patients experiencing:
Cyclical vomiting
Bipolar Disorder
anxiety
depression
mood swings associated with BP
IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
insomnia
arthritis
nerve pain
lockjaw
headaches/migraines
lower back issues
knee sprains
speech impediments
sleep issues associated with BP
nervous episodes associated with ASD
the list goes on.
Shaq Wukong the Godhand is a dedicated martial artist who was born to heal and help others to unlock their potential just like he was able to do for himself through the works of God, or the universe or whatever you believe. Whether its weight-loss, healing, chakra balance, you name it; The Godhand will lead you to a solution. Book a session today and find out for yourself what the Godhand can do for you.
What Our Customers Say!
Read what our clients have to say about us
“I have experienced a number of Reiki practitioners over the course of my life. I find it very helpful for slowing down my mind and body, and re-tuning my energy. Shaq is one of the best (maybe THE best) practitioner I have known. He is kind, a good listener, and very present during the session. In a recent session, I told Shaq that is is like a "chakra mechanic" because I always feel like I had an energetic tune up when I leave. Thank you, Shaq!"
David C.
"Shaq is not only professional, he is courteous, understanding, knowledgeable, and a master at his craft! Since starting our sessions, I no longer use a cane to walk, my anxiety has decreased and my back pain has significantly decreased! I now only take medication as needed instead of daily due to the acupressure treatments.
He creates a relaxing atmosphere that is paired with soothing sounds and earthy scents. His energy is powerful with every touch, which is why I’ve made so much progress. I no longer need surgery and I am forever grateful for Shaq!"
Lily Y.
My experience was amazing! Tried the acupressure service looking for pain relief after feeling mild neck/back sprain pain for over a week. Shaq was very knowledgeable and professional. The session was veryyy relaxing and helped me instantly feel relief from pain while also broadening my neck range of motion! Also helped me feel more calm and relaxed energetically. I feel amazing after leaving the session!
Will definitely keep working with Shaq, really excited to try the other services available on your website!
Thank you again!!!
Jo R.
I am a relatively new client of Shaq. His reiki treatments have already been transformative. He brings great wisdom, kindness and compassion to his sessions. I feel so fortunate to have found him. Thank you, and blessed be!
Eric D.
Last week I limped into my Reiki session . Close to tears because I was in so much pain. I had worked a lot the past week and somehow had injured / twisted my right knee while kneeling down for a task.
I thought I needed to go to the ER . I had iced overnight tried to stretch but I couldn’t shake the pain .
I already had my regular session scheduled so I went.
When I say heeling hands !!! Shaq knows exactly how I most likely injured myself and how to fix it !
After about 1.5h massaging my knee and hamstring and me working on my breath I slowly calmed down.
I could not feel the pain anymore after I got off the table.
If it wasn’t for Shaq and his heeling hands I would have most likely ended up in the ER getting x ray and a cortisone shot.
I cannot recommend him enough ! It’s been over 2 weeks and I’m still pain free !
Ulrike S.
Relieve your confusion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reiki?
Reiki is a Japanese form of alternative medicine that works like electromagnetic therapy. It promotes stress reduction, relaxation, healing and clears and balances the chakras which are the energy centers responsible for governing the different sides of our personalities. Reiki practitioners direct "Ki" or electromagnetic energy through their hands in order to bolster and improve the recipient's immune system and overall ability to heal themselves and be well. It’s this electromagnetic energy that the "Ki" in "Reiki" refers to. Ki, also known as "Qi" can be equated to bio electricity or life force energy aka: the energy needed to be alive and animate your body.
How should I prepare for my first session?
You can wear whatever you live but it is advised that you wear relaxed, loose fitting clothes. Shoes are best left off during sessions, but you may wear them if you wish (unless you're receiving acupressure on your feet). Flip flops are fine too. If you're just coming from work then however you're able to modify your outfit to your liking for maximum comfort will be perfect.
What is acupressure?
Unlike acupuncture which uses needles to stimulate and influence the energetic meridians of the body, acupressure uses the power of healing touch to inject qi into specific energy/pressure points on the skin/muscle/fascia. Energetic blockages manifest in the form of muscular tension, pain and maladies. Godhand R&A's Acupressure techniques reinvigorate the musculoskeletal system's energetic circuitry, while simultaneously serving as a form of corrective flexibility therapy.
This form of deep tissue Qigong massage works similarly to how a foam roller or a brace does through the application of qi imbued counter pressure applied to relax and lengthen the overworked muscles throughout the body, while the underworked musculature is reinvigorated and brought back into neural alignment and recruitment by the qi. Our physiology, posture, and the tension we feel in our bodies has a huge impact on how we feel overall, the energy or "vibe" we give off and how well we're able to tap into and access the different parts of our personalities as well as the human psyche. This applies to all muscles throughout the body especially those along the spine.
Qigong pressure-point massage brings us back into alignment, reinvigorates the body, improves flexibility & corrects altered joint mechanics. After a single session, you’ll start to see changes to your body, mind and energy levels.
What are reiki and acupressure good for / what are the benefits?
For Reiki:
Relieves stress, anxiety, and depression
Promotes a state of inner peace and relaxation
Reduces or alleviates pain (chronic or otherwise)
Bolsters the body’s natural healing factor
Accelerates physical healing of injuries
Clears & balances the chakra energy system (another name for the different aspects of your personality)
Brings deep and restful sleep (Beneficial for those with insomnia!)
Promotes emotional healing and mental well-being (Beneficial to those with Bipolar disorder, ASD, ADHD you name it!)
Assists the body in cleansing toxins
Supports allopathic and holistic treatment
Reduces side-effects from medications, chemotherapy, anesthesia
For Acupressure:
Relieves muscular tension and stress
Improves circulation
Reduces or alleviates pain (chronic or otherwise)
Minimizes headaches and migraines
Reduces inflammation and soreness aiding in the tissue recovery process
Stimulates & balances the chakra energy system (another name for the different aspects of your personality)
Brings deep and restful sleep (Beneficial for those with insomnia!)
Promotes emotional healing and mental well-being
Assists the body in digestive activities
relieves menstrual cramps
helps manage cancer related fatigue and nausea
What does 'reiki' mean exactly?
The traditional characters for reiki are 霊気 . While it seems that Google and most people will translate reiki as "universal life force energy”, this can be a little confusing. The real translation for 霊 (rei) is something more like:
spirit
soul
phantom
While the translation for 気 (ki) is more so something like
mood
energy
vitality
spirit
moral.
This would give us a definition of 'reiki' that's something to the effect of 'state/energy of the spirit', which we can think of as a moral, or way of existing and manifesting into "reality" as it's experienced and observed.
How does this relate to anything? Theres energy all around us. Not just coming from radio towers and the like. If you've ever been to a sporting event, concert or spent a holiday with family then you know what I mean. Reiki Healers are conduits for harmonious healing energy to pass through, not the source of the energy. The energy in reiki comes from "Kuan Yin" the spirit (or representation) of compassion; which is accessible to everyone. Just as anyone can feel closed hearted, anyone can also feel open hearted and compassionate. Now, as far as "spirit" goes, we should think of principalities or ways of living, feeling and expressing rather than some sort of silly ghosts or phantoms! With that being said, Reiki is literally a way to change your condition or state of being into one which fosters good health and emotional well being.
What is 'ki' or 'qi'?
Ki, also known as "Qi" can be equated to bio electricity or life force energy: the energy needed to be alive and animate your body. Qi is the source of all movement in the body, both voluntary and involuntary. It's also the energy source behind metabolic processes, digestion and all other forms of transformation in the body.
Qi-gong is the practice of cultivating and using this qi or ki. A person's level of qi is represented in their overall vibrance, their ability to access and make use of different parts of their personality and ability to express themselves as an individual spirit in both the 3rd dimension as well as the higher esoteric dimensions of reality. Qi cultivation is done through various avenues including specific forms of meditation, breathing practices, physical exercises and dietary practices. Contact the Godhand directly to find out more!
What should I expect to feel during a Session?
For Reiki:
During the session, you might notice warming, cold, tingling or throbbing sensations in certain areas. In other areas, you might not notice anything at all. Even if you come in with a particular problem area, you may experience a sense of relaxation that affects your whole body. You may feel the energy in the heart center and feel emotional as a result, which is totally normal. You might even fall asleep during the session, which is also incredibly common!
For Acupressure:
You may notice similar sensations to a reiki session via warming, cold, tingling or throbbing sensations in certain areas. However due to the nature of the massage you will mostly feel squeezes and physical pressure on your muscles. As a result you may feel heat at Qi/Ki is channeled into the areas of need. All treatments will take these sensations into account and Qi will be administered according to the patient's needs.
What should I expect from my first session?
For Reiki:
The first session is to establish a baseline and get to know where you are energetically. You'll complete a short 10-15 min questionnaire on relevant medical history, your current state of being and what you're looking to achieve health wise.
Once complete, you'll lie face up on the table and be guided through a short meditation. From here the Godhand will place his hands a few inches over specific energy centers and you'll begin receiving reiki starting from your head, proceeding down to your feet for the first half (depending on session length). You'll then lie face down to receive a light reiki massage starting from the base of the skull down to the ankles. The Godhand will then place his hands over the head once again where you'll receive a final dose of reiki before closing the session.
Subsequent sessions will begin to get more specific as the Godhand will spend more time on the energy centers that need more attention. Resultantly the Reiki massage portion may be omitted or extended depending on need or preference.
If you're receiving distant reiki then you will check in on the phone with Godhand prior to the session. It is advised that you find time and space to yourself to relax, listen to some gentle music, and meditate peacefully while you receive reiki for the length of your session. If you must get up and attend to life, that is fine as well. The reiki will reach you either way.
For Acupressure:
The first session is the same as the reiki session as far as establishing a baseline and the questionnaire goes. However you'll begin by lying face down on the massage table where you'll be guided through a short, relaxing meditation. The Godhand will then place his hands on the heart and crown chakras to establish a connection via Qi. You will then be lead through a light tendon stretch before you receive a specialized acupressure massage starting at the neck, shoulders back and spine before heading to the arms and hands, legs and then feet. Depending on the information you provided in the questionnaire, the Godhand will focus on the areas that need the most attention. The Godhand will then place his hands over the heart and crown chakras to give you one more dose of Qi before closing.
Subsequent sessions will address the areas that need the most attention. Resultantly, the arm and hand massages and/or the leg and foot massage portions may be omitted or extended depending on need, preference and/or length of session.
Is reiki or acupressure dangerous?
Not at all! It's safe and effective on all populations: from the elderly, to children, and pets. It can even be used to imbue certain objects with positive, healing 'ki' or energy. It's almost more dangerous if you don't receive reiki or acupressure at some point in your life so make sure to book an appointment today!
Who the heck is Shaq Wukong the Godhand and what sets Godhand R&A apart from other therapists and healers? aka why should I choose GRA?
Shaq Wukong, The Godhand, is a Mixed Martial Artist, NASM certified fitness professional, MMA conditioning specialist, GWU School of Public Health alumni and Jikiden Reiki Kenkyukai certified Reiki Therapist that comes from a long lineage of clairvoyants and healers. He approaches what he does from both an esoteric and scientific point of view to work with you and understand where you're coming from.
As someone who truly understands what it's like to feel powerless under the conditions of life, Shaq will fight hard and give his all to ensure that you receive the help that you seek. We all need a hand sometimes. And the Godhand is right here for you. Get started today by booking a 90 min complimentary session or visit the about page to learn more!
Is reiki or acupressure dangerous?
Not at all! It's safe and effective on all populations: from the elderly, to children, and pets. It can even be used to imbue certain objects with positive, healing 'ki' or energy. It's almost more dangerous if you don't receive reiki or acupressure at some point in your life so make sure to book an appointment today!
What are the benefits of Percussive Therapy?
• Reduces muscle inflammation
• Corrects altered joint mechanics
• Improves circulation
• Reaches deeper layers of muscle than regular manual massage can
• Helps breaks up scar tissue and other adhesions so muscles can recover quicker
• High frequency application of pressure minimizes soreness and muscle tension in ways hands cannot by themselves
• Helps prevent DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)
COMPANY
LEGAL
TERMS OF USE
PRIVACY POLICY
ADDRESS
FOLLOW US
© 2025. Godhand Reiki & Acupressure. All Rights Reserved.