5 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Remote Energy Healing Practice

Whether you're starting a remote healing practice or adding virtual sessions to your existing work, stepping into online delivery brings new questions.

What platform should I use? Do I need a consent form? What if something goes wrong during the call?

These details may seem small, but when they’re overlooked, they can affect how confident you feel and how professional your sessions appear. Even experienced practitioners can unintentionally create uncertainty for their clients when the online experience lacks clarity or structure.

At EMPA, we’ve supported hundreds of holistic and energy healing professionals in making the shift to virtual work. We've seen that a handful of early missteps are both common and easy to avoid with the right awareness.

In this article, you’ll learn five of the most common mistakes new remote practitioners make, why they matter, and what to do instead so your virtual sessions feel confident, clear, and aligned with the quality of care you’re committed to providing.

Mistake 1: Treating Your Energy Healing Session Like a Casual Zoom Chat

You log on for your client’s session and greet them. Then…what?

The session starts to drift. You’re not sure when to transition. You forget to explain what they should expect. You wonder if they’re confused, or checking the clock, or checked-out of the process.

By treating a remote session too casually, we lose our ability to conduct an anchored conversation and guided experience.

And while you don’t want to feel scripted, you do need a sense of rhythm. A flow. A container.

What to do instead:

• Start with a calm welcome and walk them through the session structure
• Use gentle transitions: “We’ll begin with a check-in, then move into the energy work…”
• Create ritual; even a simple opening breath together can signal, “We’re beginning now.”

When you treat the session with care, your client will feel it, even through a screen.

Mistake 2: Using the Wrong Technology Tools for your Healing Practice

You don’t need a full studio setup. But the wrong technology, or unfamiliar tools, can erode trust quickly.

Poor audio, unreliable platforms, and no backup plan make for a shaky experience.

What to do instead:

• Use HIPAA-compliant, secure platforms (Zoom Pro, Doxy.me, etc.)
• Test your mic, camera, and connection before each session
• Turn off notifications and silence devices
• Have a simple backup plan if the call drops (continue over a phone call, have a hotspot prepared, etc.)

When your tools feel solid, you feel more grounded and comfortable in the workspace you’ve set up for yourself. By extension, your client will feel more confident, too.

Mistake 3: Neglecting the Energy of the Space

Where you work affects how the session feels — to you and your client.

Your space is part of your presence. And energy moves through your environment.

If the space is cluttered, noisy, or visually chaotic, it pulls attention away from the session. Even if your energy is clear, your setting may not support it.

What to do instead:

• Choose a quiet, dedicated spot for remote sessions
• Keep your background simple and tidy
• Light a candle, burn incense, or use a grounding ritual
• Clear the space energetically before and after

Your environment tells the client: you’re safe here, and I’ve prepared this space for you.

Mistake 4: Skipping Your Client’s Signed Informed Consent for Their Healing Session

A signed informed consent form isn’t just a box to check on your to-do list. This is a foundation for trust and a necessary piece of documentation for a safe practice.

When you skip it, you blur boundaries and weaken the professional container.

What to do instead:

• Send a clear, simple consent form ahead of the session
• Include what your work involves, how sessions run, and any limits
• Confirm they’ve read and agreed before starting
• Revisit consent with a verbal check-in before the session begins

Consent makes clients feel empowered, respected, and safe — before a word of healing is even spoken.

Mistake 5: No Follow-Up or Integration Support

Your client logs off… and that’s a wrap! However, for them, the energy is still moving; and they may feel raw, open, or unsure.

Healing doesn’t stop when the screen goes dark.

What to do instead:

• Gently close the session with reflection and opportunity for the client to share their insights, if they wish
• Offer clear post-session guidance (water, rest, journaling, etc.)
• Send a brief follow-up email the next day
• Consider offering optional integration support or add-ons

A little aftercare goes a long way. It helps clients feel seen, held, and respected.

What’s Next: Avoid Common Remote Healing Mistakes

Launching remote healing sessions or adding them to your existing practice does not require reinventing your work. What it does require is clarity around preparation, communication, and follow-through so your sessions feel consistent, professional, and supportive for both you and your clients.

If you are unsure about your technology, your setup, your consent process, or what happens before and after a session, those gaps may affect client trust and your own confidence. These mistakes are common, especially when moving online, but they are also preventable!

To help you avoid the most common issues covered in this article, we’ve created a free, practical resource for practitioners: The Remote Practice Guide.

At EMPA, we support energy and holistic practitioners in building safe, ethical, and professional practices, both in person and online. Being professional does not mean being rigid. It means being prepared, intentional, and aligned with the level of care your clients expect.

You already know how to deliver meaningful sessions. This guide helps ensure your systems support that work every time you log on.

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not provide legal, financial, or medical advice. The examples are general, and coverage may vary by policy. Always refer to your insurance provider or policy language for specific details, as the policy terms take precedence. For legal concerns related to your practice, consult an attorney.