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Cathy Wong: The Healing Journey of an IARP-Registered Reiki Master Teacher
From Life's Low Point to Renewed Hope · A Teacher Integrating Usui Reiki, the I Ching and Buddhist Wisdom
Cathy Wong teaches at Soul Love Center and is an IARP (International Association of Reiki Professionals) Registered Reiki Master Teacher (IARP no. 62694574). After a low point in life, she explored hypnosis, family constellations and various Western body, mind and spirit courses before finding direction through Reiki, the I Ching and Buddhist wisdom. She brings this integrated understanding into Soul Love Center's Usui Reiki courses.
This article introduces Cathy's healing journey, verifiable professional credentials, integration of Reiki with Eastern wisdom and the courses she personally teaches, helping you decide whether she is a suitable guide for your own path.
Cathy Wong's Credentials at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Identity | Soul Love Center Teacher |
| Reiki Qualifications | INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REIKI PROFESSIONALS Registered Reiki Master Teacher (IARP no. 62694574) |
| Reiki teaching | Internationally recognised Reiki certificate teacher (Practitioners Master of Usui Reiki) |
| Other professional qualifications | NGH internationally recognised hypnotherapist and family constellation practitioner |
| Integrative Wisdom | Usui Reiki, Tibetan Reiki, I Ching, Buddhism, Meditation and Insight |
| Personal instruction | Usui Reiki Level 1 to Master Level, Meditation and Insight Workshop |
| Contact | WhatsApp 9121 4927／Soullovecentre@hotmail.com |
In this article
- Cathy Wong's Healing Journey: From Rock Bottom to Better Circumstances
- Professional qualifications and institutional background
- Integrating multiple wisdoms: Reiki, Hypnosis, Family Constellations, I Ching, Buddhism
- Teaching philosophy: Cultivating virtue and wisdom, walking the path of righteousness
- The Courses Taught Personally by Cathy
- Reiki Sessions and Bookings
- Cathy's Teaching Videos
- Student Testimonials
- How to determine if a Reiki teacher is suitable for you?
- Frequently asked questions
The Journey
1. Cathy Wong's Healing Journey: From Rock Bottom to Better Circumstances
The Experience of Hitting Rock Bottom
Cathy openly describes herself as someone who has been through hardship. She experienced a shift from favourable circumstances to adversity, hitting rock bottom while facing difficulties with money, work, family and housing. That low point led her to search for a way to change her life meaningfully.
Exploring Different Holistic Methods
While seeking a way forward, Cathy explored hypnosis, family constellations and most Western body, mind and spirit courses. These studies gave her a foundation in understanding the subconscious and family-system dynamics, and she later became an NGH internationally recognised hypnotherapist and family constellation practitioner.
Encountering Reiki, I Ching, and Buddhism
Cathy says she is deeply grateful to have encountered Reiki, the I Ching and Buddhist wisdom. Guided by spiritual friends and teachers, she used Reiki for transformation and put Buddhist wisdom into daily practice. Within two years, she moved from adversity to better circumstances, rebuilding everything from zero.
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“The Buddha taught that life is impermanent. When facing difficulties, do not give up lightly. The key is learning to transform the root of the problem… The first step in spiritual practice is to recognise the problem’s true nature.”
The I Ching Wisdom Behind Adversity Giving Way to Prosperity
The expression “adversity giving way to prosperity” comes from the I Ching. Peace, hexagram 11, places Earth above Heaven and represents their energies meeting so that life can flourish. Standstill, hexagram 12, places Heaven above Earth and represents separation and obstruction. Their close relationship illustrates how adversity and favourable conditions can turn into one another: when obstruction reaches its limit, it can give way to openness. This is also Cathy’s starting point for bringing the I Ching into holistic teaching — difficulty is part of change, rather than the end of the journey. For more detail, read I Ching and Reiki: Applying Yin–Yang Balance to Energy Practice 。
Sharing Her Learning Through Soul Love Center
After emerging from her low point, Cathy hoped to share ways to cultivate merit and wisdom through Soul Love Center's courses. In her words: “Perhaps you feel uncertain, are searching for meaning in life or seeking spiritual growth. I hope my courses can be a spiritual friend, teacher and companion to you.” For more about the centre's philosophy, see About Us 。
Credentials
II. Professional Qualifications and Institutional Background
When selecting a spiritual teacher, verifying their qualifications is an important reference. Below is Cathy Wong's qualifications and background information of related institutions:
| Professional Fields | Qualifications | Related organisations |
|---|---|---|
| Usui Reiki | Registered Reiki Master Teacher（IARP no.62694574） | International Association of Reiki Professionals（IARP） |
| Reiki teaching | Internationally recognised Reiki certificate teacher (Practitioners Master of Usui Reiki) | — |
| Hypnosis | NGH-recognised hypnotherapist | National Guild of Hypnotists（NGH） |
| family constellations | Family constellations practitioner | — |
What is IARP?
IARP stands for the International Association of Reiki Professionals, an international association with members worldwide. Registered professional members must provide evidence of Reiki training and agree to its Code of Ethics. Members of the public can search for registered practitioners using the Reiki Locator on IARP's official website.
What is NGH?
NGH stands for the National Guild of Hypnotists, a US-based international organisation that establishes professional standards for hypnosis and provides certification and continuing education. Under NGH's professional principles, hypnotists do not diagnose medical conditions, treat them or prescribe for clients; hypnosis is an approach to personal growth and exploration of the subconscious. Cathy's hypnosis background is reflected in topics such as the advanced course's “inner programming: rapid subconscious change”.
What are family constellations?
Family constellations were developed by German psychotherapist Bert Hellinger (1925–2019). This experiential approach usually involves group participants representing members of a client's family, allowing less apparent relational dynamics to emerge. Cathy combines this with Reiki in the advanced course's “Reiki Family Constellations: The I Ching Philosophy” and the Master course's “Advanced Reiki Family Constellations”.
Integrated Wisdom
III. Integration of multiple wisdoms: Reiki, hypnosis, family constellation, I Ching, and Buddhism
Cathy's teaching has the most distinctive feature of integrating several originally independent wisdoms, corresponding to different levels of holistic wellbeing in the course:
| Wisdom | Focus level | How it appears in the courses |
|---|---|---|
| Reiki (Usui Reiki) | Energy balance and self-healing | Attunement, hand positions, and Reiki symbols at Levels 1 to Master |
| Hypnosis | The subconscious | Level 1: “working with emotions accumulated in the subconscious”; Advanced: “inner programming” |
| family constellations | Family relational dynamics | Advanced: “Reiki Family Constellations”; Master: “Advanced Constellations” |
| I Ching | Yin and Yang changes, macro framework | Advanced: “I Ching philosophy” and “the twelve meridians and their time-cycle theory” |
| Buddhist teachings | Merit, wisdom, karma and the nature of the mind | Level 2 「Understanding the Law of Karma」, 「Planting the Seed of Good Fortune」 |
Usui Reiki: The Balance of Energy
Usui Reiki is an energy method established by Japanese practitioner Mikao Usui. After attunement, the practitioner transmits Reiki energy with both hands to help relax and balance the body and mind. This is the foundation of Cathy's teaching. To learn about the lineage of Usui Reiki, please read What Is Usui Reiki? A Complete Introduction to Mikao Usui and Reiki and Mikao Usui 。
The I Ching: A Framework for Understanding Change
In Cathy's teaching, the I Ching is used to understand change rather than for divination: yin and yang wax and wane, while adversity and prosperity transform into one another. Students learn to use this framework to understand emotional fluctuations and stages of life. Further reading: The Five Elements and Seven Chakras: An I Ching Perspective 。
Family Constellations: Understanding System Dynamics
Many troubles are not just personal issues, but related to the relationships within the family system. Combining family constellations with the I Ching, see I Ching, Family Constellations and Reiki: Three Approaches to Deeper Healing 。
Buddhism: The Practice of Virtue and Wisdom
Cathy believes that Buddhism not only teaches the cultivation of human and celestial merit, but also helps to elevate the spiritual self and open the mind. She believes that to live richly, happily, peacefully, and joyfully, one needs merit, and people often overlook the most important point. The center has also offered free of charge Buddhist stories in the form of comic books, see Latest news 。
Teaching Philosophy
IV. Teaching Philosophy: Cultivating Virtue and Wisdom, Walking the Right Path
Philosophy One: Everyone has innate healing power
Cathy often quotes Usui: “Everyone has an innate ability to heal as a divine gift.” Her role is to help students awaken and trust that ability, making Reiki a tool for helping themselves and others.
Principle Two: Strict Standards for Teacher Training
For Master training, Cathy insists that students first build practical Reiki experience, because “only a solid foundation in Reiki case practice can make a competent teacher”. She asks Master students to observe their words and actions with a Master's self-discipline and mindfully preserve the authenticity of Usui Reiki.
Principle Three: In-Depth Practice in One Tradition
Cathy believes that “among the eighty-four thousand Dharma doors, practising one path deeply can bring great understanding”. She encourages students to explore and practise consistently so that Reiki can contribute to a better quality of life.
Principle Four: Progressive Integration of Body, Mind and Spirit
Her Usui Reiki courses progress through three dimensions: body, mind and spirit. Level 1 focuses on the body, Level 2 on the mind, and the advanced course on spirituality. This integrated approach is explained in What Is Mind–Body–Spirit Integration? Self-Care for Hong Kong City Life 。
Courses by Cathy
5. The Courses Taught Personally by Cathy
| Courses | Theme | Course duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Usui Reiki Level 1 Certificate Workshop | Body: two attunements, the chakra energy system and full-body hand positions | 11:00–17:00 | HK$900 |
| Usui Reiki Level 2 Certificate Workshop | Mind: three symbols for power, emotions and distance | 11:00–17:00 | HK$1,380 |
| Advanced Usui Reiki Certificate Workshop | Spirit: Master symbol, I Ching philosophy and the meridian time cycle | 11:00–17:30 | HK$1,880 |
| Usui/Tibetan Reiki International Master Certificate Workshop | Teacher training: attuning others and the complete teaching process | Four days plus one follow-up day | HK$8,888 |
| The Beginner Meditation and Insight Workshop | Mindfulness Foundation, Breathing and Awareness | Please WhatsApp to inquire | HK$480 |
| Meditation and Insight Workshop — Advanced | Advanced Insight Meditation, Emotion and Physical Awareness | Please WhatsApp to inquire | HK$680 |
The Master course is open only to students who have completed Advanced Usui Reiki. On completion, the centre awards the relevant certificates and an IARP-recognised Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master certificate. For a detailed comparison of all courses, see Our services or read Choosing Reiki Courses in Hong Kong: Four Levels, Fees and Content . For Reiki as a career, see A Career in Holistic Wellbeing: The Path to Becoming a Reiki Teacher 。
Reiki Healing
6. Reiki Sessions and Bookings
If you are temporarily not interested in learning Reiki, Soul Love Center also offers one-on-one Reiki healing appointments. During the session, you just need to wear clothes and lie down or sit quietly. The practitioner will place their hands lightly or above your body to help you enter a relaxed state.
Reiki is a complementary relaxation and self-care practice and cannot replace medical care. The US National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) states that it has not been clearly shown to be effective for any health-related purpose, although harmful effects have not been identified. Consult a registered doctor first for health concerns. For the session process and booking methods, see Reiki Healing in Hong Kong: Fees, Sessions and Booking and Is Reiki Healing Effective? Scientific Perspective on Energy Healing 。
Videos
7. Cathy's Teaching Videos
To get a sense of Cathy's teaching style, watch her on Videos content shared on the page:
- The True Meaning of Dai Ko Myo Symbols｜The Path to Awakening Inner Spiritual Awareness
- The Application of Sei Hei Ki Symbols
- How to use 【Reiki】 to heal
More videos can be viewed at Soul Love Center's YouTube channel ；Cathy's introduction video is included in Our Teacher 。
Student Stories
8. Student Sharing
Over the years, students have shared changes in their emotions, family relationships, attitudes to work and everyday lives through Reiki practice. One student particularly memorable to Cathy faced debt pressure when joining the course. After completing it, she practised and worked on transformation wholeheartedly each day, reporting two years later that life was becoming increasingly positive.
Each person's experience and feelings are different, and the following sharing is only an individual experience: Student Testimonials 、 Reiki and Abundance: Real-Life Experiences 、 Real Stories: How Usui Reiki Students Experienced Abundance and Change , and What Does Reiki Attunement Feel Like? Students Share Their Experiences 。
Choosing a Teacher
9. How to determine if a Reiki teacher is suitable for you?
- Verifiable credentials: does the teacher belong to a professional organisation whose membership can be checked? IARP members, for example, can be found through the official Reiki Locator.
- Course system complete: Does the teacher provide a sequential course from Level 1 to Master Level?
- A compatible teaching philosophy: do the teacher's values match your needs? For example, would you like an integrated approach combining the I Ching and Buddhist wisdom?
- Rational and honest: Will the teacher exaggerate the effectiveness of Reiki? Responsible teachers will clearly state that Reiki cannot replace medical treatment.
- First try before deciding: You can watch videos, read articles, or WhatsApp chat to feel if you are compatible.
More detailed selection criteria can be read Where to Learn Reiki in Hong Kong: Seven Factors to Consider ; for differences between Usui and Tibetan Reiki, see Usui Reiki vs Tibetan Reiki: 5 Key Differences 。
FAQ
Common Questions About Cathy Wong
What Professional Qualifications Does Cathy Wong Have?
Cathy Wong is an IARP (International Association of Reiki Professionals) Registered Reiki Master Teacher (IARP no. 62694574), an internationally recognised Reiki certifying teacher (Practitioners Master of Usui Reiki), an NGH internationally recognised hypnotherapist and a family constellation practitioner.
What is IARP?
IARP is the International Association of Reiki Professionals, an international organization that recognizes Reiki practitioners. To become a registered professional member, one must submit proof of Reiki training and agree to abide by IARP's professional codes of conduct. The public can use the Reiki Locator on the IARP official website to find registered members.
How Does Cathy Wong Integrate the I Ching into Her Reiki Teaching?
Cathy uses yin-yang change in the I Ching as a framework for self-awareness rather than divination. The Advanced Usui Reiki course includes “Reiki Family Constellations: The I Ching Philosophy” and “the twelve meridians and their time-cycle theory”.
Which Courses Does Cathy Teach?
These include Usui Reiki Level 1 (HK$900), Level 2 (HK$1,380), Advanced (HK$1,880), Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master (HK$8,888), and Introductory (HK$480) and Advanced (HK$680) Meditation and Insight Workshops.
Can I Learn Reiki with Cathy Without Any Prior Experience?
Yes. Usui Reiki Level 1 Certificate Workshop is designed for beginners and requires no religious background or special gift. The Master course is open only to those who have completed Advanced Usui Reiki.
How to contact Cathy Wong teacher?
You can contact her via WhatsApp 9121 4927, email Soullovecentre@hotmail.com, or contact form Query courses and Reiki healing appointments.
For more questions, see Frequently asked questions All articles on Reiki and holistic wellbeing, please browse Article library 。
Important notice: the Reiki, hypnosis, family constellation and I Ching approaches described here are complementary methods for self-awareness and self-care. They do not constitute medical advice or replace diagnosis or treatment by a registered doctor. Student accounts describe personal experiences only.
Begin Your Journey of Body, Mind and Spirit with Cathy Wong
Whether you would like a Reiki session, to learn Usui Reiki for self-care or to become a Reiki teacher, contact Cathy to explore the right starting point for you.
