Preparing for Your Session
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing in light colours — white or pastels work well as they don't interfere with the light frequencies. Avoid wearing jewellery, particularly anything metallic, as some practitioners believe this can affect energy flow. Dark clothing isn't prohibited, but lighter shades are often preferred.
Eat lightly beforehand rather than arriving on a full stomach, which might make lying still uncomfortable. Some practitioners suggest avoiding caffeine for a few hours before your session, as it can make relaxation more challenging. Arrive with an open mind but no specific expectations — people's experiences vary considerably.
Bring a bottle of water for afterwards, as many people feel mildly dehydrated following sessions. If you wear contact lenses, check with your practitioner whether you should remove them — this varies depending on the specific techniques being used.
The Session Experience
Your practitioner will begin with a brief consultation about what brings you to light healing and any current health concerns. They'll explain their particular approach — some work with coloured LED panels, others use crystal lamps or filtered natural light. The room will typically be dimly lit and peaceful, often with gentle background music.
You'll lie on a comfortable treatment table or reclining chair, fully clothed. The practitioner positions various light sources around or above your body — perhaps a red light near your lower torso, blue over your throat area, or full-spectrum illumination bathing your entire form. Each colour placement usually lasts 5-15 minutes, with the whole session spanning 45-60 minutes.
Some practitioners incorporate other elements: crystals placed on your body, essential oils, or gentle touch work alongside the light therapy. Others work purely with light and colour, adjusting intensity and hues throughout the session. The lights feel warm rather than hot, and most people find the experience deeply soothing.
Towards the end, lights are gradually dimmed or removed, and you're given a few minutes to rest in the quiet before slowly sitting up.
What You Might Feel
Most people experience profound relaxation — the kind of deep rest that makes your limbs feel heavy and your breathing slow naturally. Some report tingling sensations, warmth spreading through their body, or gentle pulsing feelings in areas where lights are positioned. Others simply drift into an almost meditative state.
Emotional responses vary widely. Some people feel uplifted and energised, whilst others experience a gentle emotional release — tears aren't uncommon and are considered perfectly normal. You might notice colours appearing behind closed eyelids, even when lights aren't directly shining on your face.
After the session, many people describe feeling 'lighter' or more balanced. This sense of wellbeing often persists for several hours, though some feel temporarily tired — similar to how you might feel after deep massage. A few people report unusually vivid dreams that night or heightened colour sensitivity for a day or two.
Not everyone has dramatic experiences. Some simply enjoy an hour of peaceful relaxation without specific sensations, which practitioners consider equally valid responses.
Aftercare and Integration
Drink plenty of water over the next few hours, as this supports whatever energetic shifts may have occurred. Avoid intense activities immediately afterwards — this isn't the time for vigorous exercise or stressful meetings. Instead, allow yourself to move gently back into your day.
Some practitioners recommend avoiding alcohol for 24 hours, believing it can interfere with the session's effects. Others suggest spending time in natural light the following day, particularly morning sunshine, to support your body's natural rhythms.
Keep a simple journal of how you feel over the next week. Note any changes in sleep patterns, mood, or energy levels. Some people report benefits appearing gradually over several days rather than immediately.
Schedule your next appointment before leaving if you're planning a course of sessions. Many practitioners recommend waiting at least a week between sessions to allow integration time.
Planning Your Course of Sessions
Most practitioners suggest an initial course of 6-8 weekly sessions, allowing time between each for your system to integrate the work. Some people notice shifts after just 2-3 sessions, whilst others find the cumulative effect builds more gradually.
After the initial course, many people choose monthly maintenance sessions, particularly during challenging periods or seasonal transitions. Others prefer intensive blocks — perhaps 3-4 sessions over two weeks when facing specific stressors.
Your practitioner will guide you based on what you hope to achieve and how you respond to the first few sessions. Some work best with consistent weekly appointments, whilst others benefit from flexible scheduling that follows their natural rhythms and life circumstances.
