Energy Therapy · San Diego
Energy Therapy in San Diego,
Some weeks, what you need isn’t more effort. It is an hour of stillness, light touch and someone else holding the space so you can stop holding everything. That is what an Energy Therapy session feels like for most people who try it.
At Saffron & Sage, Energy Therapy includes Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and medical Qi Gong. These practices come from traditions that describe the body in terms of energy. We describe them plainly: what happens in the room, how it feels, and why people book. Because we are an integrative clinic, your sessions can sit alongside Acupuncture, Massage and care from our Doctors.
- Gentle, fully clothed sessions
- Experienced, multi-modality practitioners
- Book online and pay at checkout
- HSA, FSA and LSA welcome, always gratuity-free
- Session
- About 1 hour
- Cost
- 1 non-medical credit · first visit $250
- Practitioners
- Doctor of Acupuncture, Reiki Master
- Payment
- HSA, FSA and LSA welcome
- Where
- 2555 State St, San Diego
New patients
How much does Energy Therapy cost? Two ways to start
Energy Therapy is paid for with non-medical credits. Start with a single first appointment, or add a consultation so our team can take a fuller history and review your labs, if you have them.
1 non-medical credit
Your first Energy Therapy appointment
- About 1 hour of Energy Therapy
- A quiet, fully clothed session
- A plan for what’s next
Non-medical credit + consultation
First appointment + consultation
- Your first Energy Therapy appointment
- A full consultation and health history, a $300 value, included
- Lab review if you bring recent results
New patients. Through November 26, 2026. Book online and pay at checkout. HSA, FSA and LSA welcome. We are direct pay and do not bill insurance; superbills are available on request.
After your first visit
Book Energy Therapy as you need it with non-medical credits, or save with a monthly plan from $275/month. See monthly plans
Not sure Energy Therapy is right for you?
Talk it through on a free discovery call first. Book a discovery call
Why patients book
Why our patients book Energy Therapy
These are the reasons we hear most from people across San Diego, from Little Italy and Downtown to Mission Hills, Balboa Park and Hillcrest. Your practitioner will ask what brings you in and suggest the session that fits.
Needing to slow all the way down
A full calendar, a busy mind and a body that rarely gets to rest.
Energy Therapy and stress →Emotional burnout
Caregivers, clinicians, parents and leaders who give all day and want an hour to receive.
Energy work and burnout →Wanting gentle touch
Deep pressure isn’t for you, or you want bodywork where you stay fully clothed.
Touch, stress and busy lives →A reflective, spiritual practice
You are drawn to practices that connect body, mind and spirit.
Understanding energy centers →Feeling stuck
A season where things feel heavy and you want a different kind of support.
Somatic and energy work →Midlife and big transitions
Changes in energy, routine and identity that ask for more rest and reflection.
Energy work in midlife →Head, neck and jaw tension
Craniosacral Therapy uses very light touch around the head, neck and spine.
What is Craniosacral Therapy? →Slow, mindful movement
Medical Qi Gong pairs simple movement with breathing you can practice at home.
Gentle movement and the nervous system →
The basics
What is Energy Therapy?
Energy Therapy is a group of gentle practices, such as Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and Qi Gong, that use light touch, hands held near the body, slow movement and breath, within traditions that describe the body in terms of energy.
In a Reiki session, you rest on a padded table, fully clothed, while your practitioner places their hands lightly on or just above areas such as the head, shoulders and feet. Craniosacral Therapy uses very light, still touch around the skull, neck, spine and sacrum. Medical Qi Gong comes from Traditional Chinese Medicine and combines simple movements, breathing and focused attention. Sessions can be hands-on, hands-off or sensory, with aromatherapy or sound.
We want to be clear and honest. The ideas behind these practices come from traditional and spiritual systems, not modern medicine, and we don’t make promises about results or claim they change anything in your body. What we can promise is a calm room, an experienced practitioner and an hour that is yours. Many people find that valuable in itself.
How Energy Therapy fits into integrative care here
At Saffron & Sage, energy work is one part of a bigger picture, not a substitute for medical care. Patients often pair it with Acupuncture, Massage, Breathwork or Meditation and sound, and our team can see what else is in your care.
If something you are feeling needs medical attention, our practitioners will say so and point you to our Acupuncturists, Naturopathic Doctors or medical team first. You leave each session with a suggestion for what could come next, not a package you have to buy.
What it feels like
What a session feels like, and what it isn’t
You stay fully clothed the whole time. Your practitioner explains what they will do before they start and asks where touch is welcome. You can ask for hands-off work, or for touch to stop, at any point. The room is quiet, sometimes with soft music or a calming scent.
People describe the experience in different ways: deep relaxation, warmth, tingling, drowsiness, emotion, or nothing much at all. All of these are normal. Some people fall asleep. Energy Therapy isn’t diagnosis, isn’t medical treatment and doesn’t replace care from a Doctor or Licensed Therapist.
Prefer no touch?
Ask about:
- Hands-off Reiki, with hands held just above the body
- Medical Qi Gong, which you practice yourself with guidance
- Aromatherapy or sound-based sessions
Your visit
Your Energy Therapy appointment, step by step
Book online
Choose your Energy Therapy session, pick your practitioner and a time, and pay at checkout. New patients start with the $250 first appointment.
Complete your intake
Complete your intake online before you arrive, so your time together starts focused on you. Wear soft, comfortable clothes, and plan to arrive about 10 minutes early for your first visit.
Your Energy Therapy session
You rest on the table, fully clothed, while your practitioner works quietly. For Qi Gong, you move and breathe together.
Your plan
Take a moment before you stand, drink some water and share anything you noticed. Plan a slower evening if you can.
Our sessions
Types of Energy Therapy we offer
Craniosacral Therapy uses two non-medical service credits. Medical Qi Gong uses one. Not sure which fits? Tell us what’s going on on a free discovery call and we’ll point you to the right session.
1 non-medical credit
Reiki
A Japanese practice in which your practitioner places their hands lightly on or just above the body, moving slowly from head to feet. You rest, fully clothed. Most people describe it as deeply calm.
A Reiki Master’s journey →1 non-medical credit
Hands-Off Reiki
The same practice without physical contact, with hands held just above the body. A good choice if you prefer not to be touched.
1 non-medical credit
Craniosacral Therapy
Very light, still touch around the skull, neck, spine and sacrum, usually lasting several minutes in each position. People who prefer gentle bodywork, or who carry tension in the head, neck and jaw, often choose it. Two non-medical credits.
Your first craniosacral session →1 non-medical credit
Medical Qi Gong
A practice from Traditional Chinese Medicine that combines simple movements, breathing and Meditation. Your practitioner guides you, and you leave with a short routine to practice at home. Despite the name, it is a non-medical wellness session. One non-medical credit.
1 non-medical credit
Chakra-Focused Reiki
A Reiki session organized around the seven energy centers described in yogic tradition, often with a short conversation about what you want to focus on.
The chakras, explained →1 non-medical credit
Aromatherapy Energy Session
A quiet, restful session using essential oils chosen for how you want to feel, with or without light touch.
1 non-medical credit
Cord Cutting
A guided visualization used to reflect on and let go of an old relationship or attachment, in a calm, guided energy session.
Cord cutting, explained →1 non-medical credit
Reiki with Acupuncture or Massage
Many patients add a few minutes of Reiki to an Acupuncture or Massage appointment. Ask your practitioner.
How we integrate care →1 non-medical credit
Energy Therapy and Breathwork
Some members book energy work after a Breathwork session, as a quiet place to land. Our team can suggest an order that suits you.
Your practitioners
Meet our Energy Therapy team
Energy Therapy is given by practitioners trained in Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and Medical Qi Gong, as part of our integrative care team.
DACM, L.Ac, CMT
Dr. Scott McFarlane
Director of Clinical Excellence, Doctor of Acupuncture and Massage Therapist. Massage and bodywork, Acupuncture, Chi Nei Tsang, Qi Gong, Reiki and herbal medicine.
Read bio →
Cristin D. Smith
Founder and CEO, Spiritual Director and Life Coach. Spiritual Direction, Life Coaching, Breathwork and Reiki.
Read bio →Book online
Book your Energy Therapy
Choose your Energy Therapy session, pick your practitioner and a time, then pay at checkout. New patients, start with the $250 first appointment below.
New to Saffron & Sage? Start with your first appointment for $250, normally $300.
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Location
Energy Therapy near Little Italy, San Diego
Saffron & Sage is in Mission Hills, just north of Little Italy, a short drive from Downtown, Bankers Hill, Point Loma and North Park. Many patients come in before or after work.
Hours: Monday and Thursday 8am to 2pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8am to 8pm.
Questions
Energy Therapy FAQs
How much does Energy Therapy cost in San Diego at Saffron & Sage?
At Saffron & Sage, Energy Therapy is paid for with non-medical credits. New patients can book a first appointment for $250 (normally $300) or a first appointment and consultation for $300 (normally $600). After that, book online and pay at checkout, or save with a monthly plan from $275 a month. HSA, FSA and LSA dollars are welcome.
What is Energy Therapy?
Energy Therapy is a group of gentle practices, including Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and Qi Gong, that use light touch, hands held near the body, slow movement and breath. They come from traditions that describe the body in terms of energy.
What does Reiki feel like?
Most people describe it as deeply relaxing. Some notice warmth, tingling or heaviness; some feel emotional; some fall asleep; some notice very little. All of that is normal.
Does Energy Therapy work? Is there evidence?
We want to be honest. The ideas behind Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and Qi Gong come from traditional and spiritual systems, and research on them is limited and mixed. We don’t claim they change anything in your body. People book them because they value the calm, the gentle touch and the time to rest.
Is Energy Therapy safe?
These are very gentle practices. Tell us at intake if you are pregnant, have had recent surgery or a head or neck injury, or have any condition you are being treated for. Energy Therapy should never replace medical care or delay seeing a Doctor.
Do I have to undress?
No. You stay fully clothed for Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and Qi Gong. Wear something soft and comfortable.
Will my practitioner touch me?
Only with your permission. Reiki can be done hands-on or hands-off, Craniosacral Therapy uses very light touch, and Qi Gong involves no touch at all. You can change your mind at any time.
How long is a session?
Plan for about an hour for most sessions, including a short intake.
How often should I book Energy Therapy?
That is up to you. Some people come once when life feels heavy; others book every few weeks as part of a regular routine.
Reiki vs Massage: what’s the difference?
Massage works hands-on with muscle and connective tissue, with pressure you can feel. Reiki uses light or no touch while you rest fully clothed. Many patients enjoy both, sometimes on the same day.
What is Craniosacral Therapy?
Craniosacral Therapy is a very gentle, hands-on practice in which the practitioner rests their hands lightly on the head, neck, spine and sacrum. It is quiet and slow, and you stay fully clothed.
Can I use HSA or FSA for Energy Therapy?
We accept HSA, FSA, HRA and LSA funds. Your plan administrator decides which services are eligible, so please check with your plan. We are direct pay and do not bill insurance; superbills are available on request.
Do I need to be a member?
No. Anyone can book Energy Therapy online and pay at checkout. Membership unlocks preferred pricing, member-only offers and events, and other perks.
Where are you located?
2555 State Street, Suite 101, San Diego, CA 92101, just north of Little Italy. The entrance is on West Maple Street. Call (619) 933-2340.
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Book your first Energy Therapy appointment
Start with a single first appointment for $250, or add a full consultation for $300, normally $600. Not sure yet? Our team will listen, explain your options and help you pick the right Energy Therapy session and practitioner.
All medical services are provided by Kasawa Medical APC dba Saffron & Sage MD. Energy Therapy at Saffron & Sage is a wellness practice. It isn’t diagnosis or medical treatment and doesn’t replace care from a Doctor or Licensed Therapist. Please tell us at intake about pregnancy, recent surgery, injuries or conditions you are being treated for. If you are in crisis, call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911.