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I have seen Ardath on multiple occassions and she is absolutely fabulous! My
most recent Reiki session with her was one week after the death of my boyfriend. I needed an overall calming, relaxing energy
lift and that is what I got. She spoke words of wisdom to help me through my grief. I highly recommend Ardath! She is a
God Send to us all! Kristin Brown, Chicago, Illinois (Wilmette Public Schools Elementary Teacher),
7.23.12
___________________________________________________________________________________________ My injury first occurred 10 years ago when training to play collegiate football in
the offseason of my senior year of high school. At 17 I had become entrenched in power lifting and by 18 I was putting
up extremely high numbers on bench, squat, and power cleans. After taking a 5 day break for recovery, everything hit
me and came to the forefront in my body.
One morning I woke up and immediately collapsed, after trying to tough
it out, I eventually gave in and went to a doctor only to find out I had a multitude of issues with my back.
I was diagnosed with asymmetry in my spine, shmorl nodes, 2 slipped discs, a pinched nerve, dehydration in spine, and micro
tears throughout the muscles in my back.
After this, I ended up putting on 80 lbs over the next 10 years.
I'd diet, work out, and then due to intense pain or tweaking something in my back, I'd have to give up.
I recently decided to give this journey one last big effort and commit to changing my life around and that consisted of
trying things I normally would not.
After my first session with Ardath, I can say that this became a defining
moment in my life. For the first time in my life I saw things with clarity, I had better understanding of how to live
in the moment, and most importantly I lost sight of the pain my back.
I spent 10 years dealing with pain in
my back and now I have been pain free for almost 6 weeks. The only thing I feel now is soreness, but the good kind of
sore, from workouts.
During my time with Ardath, I also experience 2 kidney stones. I was in horrible
pain for 5 days, luckily on the day before I had to go in to get them removed, I went and saw Ardath and we focused on the
stones.
After leaving her office I felt that same horrible pain. Right when I got home, the first thing
I did was go to the bathroom and to my relief…..I passed one of the stones. Later that night I ended up
going to the ER again because of pain, and again to my relief, I passed the second stone.
Whether you believe
in miracles or not, my journey thus far has been nothing short of one. Life presents us with all sorts of opportunities
to try something new, to learn, to grow, and to better ourselves. I can say whole heartedly, that having the opportunity
to meet Ardath and work with her, is a defining moment in my life and has changed me for now and forever. Her work has
impacted me more positively than a life time of working with orthopedic specialists who always told me that my injuries would
limit me.
Ric C. 6.11.2012
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Hi Ardath! I've been meaning for a while to contact you, but things have been
crazy busy lately...in a good way.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you so
much for everything you have done for me, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Since I last saw you things have
improved tremendously. I've been running almost every day for the last month, and at least 5 times a week for the
last 8 weeks. I even started racing again - I set personal bests in both the 5k and half marathon distances in April.
My friends are totally blown away - they can't understand how I went from not being able to run a mile for most
of January and February to running fast times in April...but to be honest with you I'm not all that surprised. I
knew something special was taking place when I came to see you and I just had a feeling that if I could get healthy that
I was going to come back really strong.
On a more personal note, I feel like a lot of other
things are falling into place as well. Overall I've just felt much more at peace with things.
I readily admit that I don't fully understand or comprehend your practice. But I am a believer.
You were exactly the person I needed at exactly the time I needed you and I have no doubt our meeting was not by accident.
Often when I am out running, I think about things we talked about and being open and letting go, but something else
is happening too - when I am out there on my own, smelling the fresh air, doing something I love...I am thinking about God.
I get these crazy surges of emotion (I am fighting back tears thinking of this now while my students are taking tests!
Hah!) and when I get them it just warms my heart and lets me know He is near. I know now what gets me out the
door every day - running makes me feel closer to God.
You helped me get back out and run...but
more importantly, you brought me closer to God. For that, I can never, ever thank you enough. Kevin
H. Wilmette, 5.1.2012
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It was wonderful! I felt relaxed and grounded after the session in a subtle yet profound way.
My wife commented that I was more open than usual that evening. Doug R., Highland Park, 6.1.2012
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Dear
Ardath:
It was so nice spending time with you again and to have the opportunity to thank you for the reiki treatment
you performed on my wrist. I have to admit I was a bit skeptical in the beginning, but you made a believer out of me. Your
treatment transformed my pain from chronic and annoying to non-existent. And, it's been this way for over a year.
I can't thank you enough. Stay well. Regards, Lita
Lita Blachman, 4.4.12, Chicago
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My
dear friend,
Today my husband Bruce had his radiation treatment, and I credit you and Reiki for getting us to it. He
was so terribly sick and weak from pneumonia, but absolutely had to have the brain MRI in order to have the radiation. We
are on a fast fight against time, and this was imperative. An MRI requires that the patient lie flat and be still, but that
is nearly impossible with the shortness of breath and coughing from pneumonia. You volunteered to send distance Reiki.
He had not slept much at all due to coughing, and even that was only by sitting upright in a chair. I sat in the room with
him during the procedure (sending Reiki as well) and was almost in tears watching him just fall asleep. He barely coughed
at all and the technicians were able to get the data needed by the Radiation Oncologist to prepare the plan for today. Now
that it's done, we can move on to the next phase of his treatment and you know you will play a part in that as well!!!
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!! Love you, Janice Janice D., 3.27.2012, Glen Ellyn
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Thanks Ardath, for a relaxing session that energized
me for the rest of the day!
Sherri S. Wilmette, 3.14.12 ___________________________________________________________________________________________
ardath...what can i say..that
was so profound yesterday...you have a gift... a healer....i was almost speechless when i left yesterday the work was
so amazing to me its not easy to put into words.....anyway i'll see you soon...wow that's about all i can say ..xxxxxxxxxxxxxooooooooome Melissa P., Winnetka 1.29.12 ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Ardath is fabulous! She is an expert and her field. She is gentle and kind and lovely. Thanks Ardath! Joanne M., Chicago 10.13.11 ___________________________________________________________________________________________
I have known Ardath for many many years and have recently been treated to
her Reiki skills. Earlier in the year I became a widow, and decided to have Ardath help me work through my grief. I came to
the Reiki session with an open mind not really expecting much, and then, to my delight, found a weight lifted from my sadness.
Ardath is compassionate, and her healing touch brought a welcome respite from what normalcy had become.
Jean L.,
Evanston 9.15.11
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Ardath is so gifted. The session left me with room to breath again, relaxed, relieved,
energized and grounded. I feel connected and so grateful to have such an incredible intuitive and energy healer work with
me. I have had lots of reiki...Nothing that even comes close to as good as this. Cari J., Glenview 9.2.11
___________________________________________________________________________________________ It was so wonderful! Thanks Ardath! It really helped me both emotionally and physically. You have been so generous.
I will definitely book something with you in the future. And will, of course, refer you heartily! Thanks again! Claire C., Chicago 7.13.11
___________________________________________________________________________________________ Perfect! Ardath did a fabulous job. It was so cool asking questions of my guides and loved ones. I received validation
regarding my path. Thanks! Joanne M., Evanston 6.3.2011 ___________________________________________________________________________________________
I went to see Ardath about 4 weeks after I had injured my back. In the meantime, I had seen my internist and
had been referred for physical therapy. I was very faithful doing the daily PT exercises, but they didn't seem
to be helping. Eventually, my sister recommended Ardath and by the time I made an appointment, my right hip and knee
were also hurting! I had 3 Reiki treatments within a week -- after which about 95% of the pain was gone! I didn't
need to use the muscle relaxers or the pain medication which my doctor had prescribed. I must admit that I don't
really understand exactly how Reiki affects the healing process. But from my perspective, the results have been remarkable. Judith M.,5.3.11 ___________________________________________________________________________________________
I am typing this with one hand, my right, because over
the past week I injured my left shoulder and rotator cuff. The pain was so bad that it hurt (throbbing and aching)
even when I wasn't moving. I couldn't move to get dressed the pain was so bad. I have missed an entire
week of work which I have NEVER done. Ardath
came to my home 2 days this week to give me healing Reiki. Now, after 2 sessions with her, my shoulder doesn't hurt unless I move it. I can actually
use my left hand in a small range of motion. I am following
Ardath's suggestion and doing NOTHING for the next 3 days. I am so impressed with her skill that I am referring
my sister to her for healing of a back injury. Ardath truly has a gift! Celia M., Wilmette 4.15.11
___________________________________________________________________________________________ Ardath provides the unbelievably wonderful service of healing. Reiki was a new modality of healthcare for me back
in 1999 when I began to see her. I must admit I was a bit of a sceptic until I became a regular client. Over many years and
many treatments, Ardath has helped me through many difficult times by providing much needed healing. Of course my scepticism
went away and I am a true believer. I have seen Ardath perform Reiki on others as well and
the results are always amazing. Plus, she is an wonderful professional person and it is always a joy to spend healing time
together. I strongly recommend her services. Danny Kopelson,
Chicago, 2.25.11
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Hope During Difficult Times. My mother recently was
diagnosed with Stage IV cancer and she was feeling very weak. Ardath did Reiki on her and re-energized my mother and also
brought her deep relaxation during a very anxious time. I am so grateful to her for helping my mother in her symptoms and
in bringing hope back into our lives. My mother felt significantly better after her time with Ardath and I highly recommend
her.
Lamees K., Chicago, 12.13.10
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This was my first appointment with Ardath. I had never met her before but trusted the recommendation of my friend.
Since "I live in my head a lot", my head has been processing this experience and I find it amazing that Ardath has
such skill to reduce stress and develop deeper understanding of how to let it go. This has been a very stressful year and
I look forward to my next appointment. I think it will be very meaningful.
Stevey S., Glen Ellyn, 11.14.10
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I came in for a session prior to oral surgery, which I was anxious about. I left the session feeling relaxed and calm
about the upcoming surgery, which went quickly and smoothly with no complications. In fact, I fell asleep ten minutes into
the appointment, which truly reflects how calm I was; even the periodontist was surprised!
Diana I, Wilmette, 11/7/2010
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OMG! You're
an Angel! I am a very happy girl today.Seriously - it is almost freaky how much better my neck is. Very
little pain, and I always have some, so I might just miss it if it wasn't there. I won't wait a month to have
another session. :)
Janice D., Wilmette, 11.3.10
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After having my first full Reiki session with Ardath, I can actually breathe better and more deeply. In addition my
lower back and elbows where hurting, bone pain and now the pain has subsided. I have bad anxiety and today feel
a sense of clarity and am less anxious. I actually slept better for the first time in months. Ardath intuitively worked on
areas that I did not even let on that I were painful, and the Reiki helped to push away the pain.
Cathie M.,
Wilmette, 11.2.10
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March 2009 I realized I had lost my sense of smell and taste. I had nothing. No differentiation between smells,
nothing. I went the regular course, doctors, specialists, tests, cat scans, brain scans, etc. No one found anything. I
had no reason for this loss, no injury or anything like that. I didn’t know what to do to help with this issue.
I decided to try some alternative medicines(what did I have to lose?). I tried acupuncture which did nothing for
my senses.
I started Reiki with Ardath May 2010. I now have an overall sense
of well being and am more relaxed. I feel more centered, just an overall sense of well being. And I began to realize
my sense of smell and taste were coming back. I definitely have several tastes and smells that are recognizable now. Even
those smells that I cannot recognize, I do sense a different smell. (As before, I would say my senses were a flat line –
no difference). I look forward to every session with Ardath and my husband has even stated that I am more calm overall. This
calmness is an overall change, not just for the day that I have the session, but for a long time.
I would recommend to try Reiki for any issues. Even if you don’t have any problems, just for the overall
calmness and peace and sense of well being you receive.
Virginia P., Northbrook, IL 8.12.2010
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I came to Ardath with a large, painful, swollen bruise on my leg from a
biking accident I had. The injury
was a couple weeks old but was taking
forever to go down. Ardath worked on me for about 1/2 hour. I saw an
immediate improvement in my leg. The swelling was down significantly
and the overall size was much smaller.
When I woke up the next morning,
there was even more improvement. I have to say, she turned me into a
"believer!!"
Michelle Elster, Lincolnwood, IL 7.14.2010
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“I was a Reiki "virgin" until I met Ardath - I am so glad she was my first! What a wonderfully relaxing
and rejuvenating experience. For me it felt like the calming feeling of chi flowing that I experience during a great acupuncture
session, but without the needles. Ardath is inviting and comforting in her approach and process. I highly recommend Ardath
for Reiki. Find out for yourself - you are in for a treat!”
Ellen Rogin, Highland Park,
IL 9.17.2009
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I have known Ardath for many years and have witnessed her growth to Reiki Master and now the owner of Reiki by Ardath.
It was destined. I have been enjoying Reiki for many years and have experienced a number of practioners, but none as powerful
and thoughtful as Ardath. I usually visit Ardath filled with anxiety and stress. I leave feeling 100% better and better able
to face the world and live. I highly recommend Reiki by Ardath.
Danny K., Chicago, IL, 5.8.2010
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I've been
getting Reiki treatments for years from various Reiki Masters. Ardath is wonderful and clearly has a gift. I came away from
my session "floating" -- letting go of all my worries -- very relaxed. Slept very soundly last night after my session.
Would definitely recommend Ardath! Margie
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I wasn't sure what I wanted from this experience, but it was calming and wonderful.
I could feel the stiffness in my back just float away. I could certainly recommend this. Gail G., Wilmette, IL 3.19.2010 ___________________________________________________________________________________________
I came to my first session with little prior knowledge of Reiki, but I needed spiritual
healing. I got what I had come for. I felt instantly that my path to centering and balance was cleared and I also experienced
a sense of letting go and great relief. I signed up for two more sessions, and I do believe I am hooked. I would recommend
Ardath to my friends and for anyone seeking balance and reconnecting with the body. Sally B., Kenilworth, IL 3.12.2010
_______________________________________________________________________________________ Ardath,
The relief from my everyday stress is amazing. Each time we do a reiki session, I think that I'd like one daily. Thank
you for your gentle, relaxing, warm hands.D
Debbie K., Evanston, IL
Dear Ardath,
I can not begin to tell you about the positive
effects of your Reiki treatment. That evening I
felt as if a black cloud had been lifted. I hadn't even realized how insanely stressed I was getting and how I
was overworking myself and even creating more stress. I guess when I go to a healer what I need is an "energy
shift" and I totally got that from your treatment.
Physically, some interesting things happened-- the "bug"
that I've been fighting off progressed rather quickly through my system after the Reiki treatment. Dizziness and headaches were 100% gone.
Thanks again,
Anne Discepolo, Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher, Richmond, IL
I've known Ardath for
many years on a professional level and recently had the opportunity to experience her therapeutic Reiki skills. Truly a wonderful
stress relieving experience, Ardath has the ability to connect the mind and body to help her clients reach states that really
begin to heal. Her mix of listening skills, experience with the art of Reiki, and true caring for your well being will
leave you amazingly relaxed. I highly recommend Ardath for your healing needs, it will be a memorable experience.
Chris O., Naperville, IL
I've known Ardath professionally for some time now. She has a very
deep insight into personal energy. Even a light treatment by her had immediate effects for me.
Mike
S., Evanston, IL
I am a complete newbie about Reiki and similar non-traditional therapeutic methods, but Ardath
came highly recommended, so I tried a session with her. All I can say is wow! I really felt like something intensely relaxing
was happening, and afterwards it felt like I just finished the best massage ever. Since then I've had a few more
sessions that were equally as satisfying, and she even did a "distance Reiki" with me over the phone when I was
feeling too poorly to come in. I can't explain it but that session worked almost as well, and I recovered from the cold
I had in about half the time it usually takes me. (Yes that could well be complete coincidence, but it made an impression
on me anyway.)
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I would highly recommend having a session with Ardath. Experienced or brand new to Reiki; you will be in for a treat
!! I felt refreshed, recharged and in a very good place. .. You won't be disappointed. Thank you for introducing me to
the wonderful world of Reiki! Ar; Thanks again for a great experience! Heather S., Chicago, IL
____________________________________________________________________________________________ Ardath is a highly sensitive + intuitive healer who uses her ability for the complete benefit of her clients. Today,
she helped me heal a sprained rib muscle. On past occasions she has worked on surgical recovery + emotional healing w/me.
Each time I have regained my mobility quickly w/reduced pain. She also inspired me to study Reiki + has generously shared
her breadth of knowledge with me. I highly recommend her Reiki classes!
Arlene Z., Skokie,
IL ___________________________________________________________________________________________ For additional information, check out our facebook page.
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