About me

Hello — I’m Elena, a registered and certified Advanced Reiki Practitioner and the founder of Holistic Energy Healing. My journey blends rigorous science with gentle, transformative energy work.

For over 15 years I lived and worked in London, building a career in biomedical and healthcare research at University College London (UCL) and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). I hold a PhD in Structural and Molecular Biology from UCL and an MSc in Biotechnology. That scientific background taught me how to investigate deeply, listen carefully to the body’s signals, and respect the complexity of human physical and mental health.

Alongside my research career I’ve practised yoga for more than 15 years. What began as a physical practice gradually unfolded into a profound spiritual and energetic path. My own turning point came when chronic insomnia, persistent health issues, and a restless nervous system revealed that something essential was stuck—not just in the mind, but in the body.

My intuition led me to explore meditation, breath and psychosomatic work and from there to Reiki energy healing. My training and personal experience have shaped a compassionate approach that integrates evidence-based understanding of the body with powerful energetic practices. I support people in balancing their energy state to reconnect with body’s innate capacity to heal.