Healing is a journey of reconnection, resilience, and transformation, and Christine Frey has dedicated her life to guiding others along this path.
In this exclusive interview with MysticMag, Christine shares insights into her work as the founder of Centerpoint Healing Services, where she brings a wealth of experience as a Reiki Master Teacher practitioner, Shaman, and trauma-informed advocate. Her services, deeply rooted in her own experiences as a survivor and advocate for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, offer a safe, judgment-free space for healing.
Through a blend of traditional practices and modern approaches, Christine empowers her clients to discover their inner strength and embrace their personal metamorphosis.
What inspired you to establish Centerpoint Healing Services, and how has your journey shaped the services you offer?
I was inspired to establish Centerpoint Healing Services because I am a Reiki Master Teacher practitioner and Shaman. My passion is working with people who need support and feel alone, unheard, and disconnected from themselves, especially survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
I am a survivor of forty-nine years of domestic violence and sexual assault, and I have been an advocate for survivors for thirty years. I am trauma-informed, currently on a board for domestic violence survivors, and I have worked as well as volunteered in many different positions to help support these survivors. I believe everyone deserves an ally, someone who will listen to them without judgment, and it is an honor to share a safe space with a person who is bravely sharing their story, possibly for the first time.
Can you explain the significance of Reiki attunements in the healing process and how they benefit individuals?
A Reiki Attunement is a process that initiates a person into Reiki, opening energy channels to channel universal life force energy. Attunements are given by a Reiki Master Teacher in person, or remotely, using Reiki symbols to focus the energy.
Benefits include improved energy channeling, enhanced focus and well-being, reduced stress, increased personal power, resilience, and a deeper connection to universal life force energy. This powerful initiation can bring profound changes to the practitioner’s life and should be approached with reverence and respect.
How do your in-person and virtual services cater to clients seeking shamanic healing?
My in-person Shamanic sessions begin with a short conversation to listen to the person I have the privilege to work with and I explain the basic process to them of what the service entails. I have a private studio with a quiet space to rest on my Reiki bed, where I have a bed warmer, pillows and bolsters to help people relax, blankets, and whatever else my client might need to further relax. I play some soft gentle music and we begin the healing session, where I communicate with the client as we do the session together.
The Shamanic healing sessions are more interactive than Reiki healing sessions, and my clients realize that they are also healing themselves which empowers them while improving their self-esteem and personal power. Virtual Shamanic healing sessions can be done by phone or absentee. If done by phone, I call my client, they are relaxed somewhere that they will not be disturbed, cozy and comfy. We then begin the session, similar to an in-person session. Another popular virtual option is the session where my clients go about their day, and I complete the session, sending a lengthy email with all of the information that came up as I did the healing work. Many people prefer this option, because they are so busy and don’t have downtime, and they have the email to refer to at a later time if needed.
Could you share insights from your blog post “Metamorphosis” on personal transformation and healing?
The metaphor of a cocoon metamorphosis is often used to describe the personal process of personal growth and transformation. Just as a caterpillar enters a cocoon to undergo metamorphosis, emerging as a butterfly, people can go through challenging or introspective periods (their own “cocoons”) that lead to profound personal development. We enter the cocoon and this stage represents a time of withdrawal or introspection. It could be a period of struggle, self-reflection, or healing.
Like the caterpillar, a person may feel confined or limited during this phase, as it often involves confronting fears, doubts, and past wounds. The second phase is transformation because, inside the cocoon, significant changes occur. For a person, this might involve learning, personal growth, emotional healing, or gaining new perspectives. This phase can be uncomfortable and challenging, but it’s necessary for growth. Emerging as a butterfly is the last phase, and this is when a person re-emerges, often with greater self-awareness, strength, and a new sense of purpose or direction.
Like the butterfly, they are now more beautiful, capable, and ready to explore new heights. This metaphor highlights the idea that growth often requires enduring difficult or uncomfortable phases, but these are absolutely essential for becoming a stronger, more resilient, and more fulfilled version of oneself. I absolutely love watching people in their metamorphosis process, and it is a privilege that I do not take lightly.
What role does the concept of “Inner Power” play in your healing philosophy?
My passion for helping people comes from the innate belief that inner power is the quiet strength within us that guides, motivates, and grounds us through life’s challenges and triumphs. It’s a combination of resilience, self-belief, and a deep connection to our values and purpose.
Unlike external power, which often relies on influence or control, inner power is self-contained and rooted in who we truly are. Drawing on your values, inner power could come from kindness, gratitude, and making a difference-recognizing that true strength often lies in gentleness, compassion, and a sense of purpose beyond oneself. It’s the light that guides you from within and the resilience that keeps you steady, even when life feels dark.
How do you integrate traditional healing practices with modern approaches in your services?
I integrate traditional healing practices with modern approaches in my services, by continually learning new skills, staying active and educated in trauma-informed care and practices, actively doing the work to support survivors outside of my sessions, and being a good human being. It is extremely important to embody my passion to help others by doing the work, and not waiting for others to do the work.
So many people say they want to help others, yet they do not step outside their comfort zones by sharing their time, talents, and hearts to do so. It is not difficult to be a good human being.
Find out more at: www.centerpointhealingservices.com
