Join us in an inspiring conversation with our guests, Karen Harrison, a seasoned counselor and Reiki practitioner, and Jillian Power, who is part of and works with the LGBTQIA+ community.

Karen candidly reveals how she mishandled a situation in class despite her vast experience and training. This realization catalyzed her deep dive into understanding the unique needs and experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Reiki community.

And her student, Gillian, shares with us how Reiki helped her through her own transition - and how, as practitioners, we can affirm and support our LGBTQIA+ clients and students.

Together, we explore the definitions and proper use of pronouns, debunking misconceptions and misunderstandings that can exist within the Reiki community regarding LGBTQIA+ identities. 

We also talk about practical strategies for creating safe and inclusive spaces, highlighting the importance of reaching inclusivity in our Reiki practices and delve into the desires of the LGBTQIA+ population, learning what they want their Reiki practitioners and teachers to know and do. 

Finally, Gillian offers guidance on how Reiki can play a vital role in supporting and empowering this community, providing tools for healing and growth. 

Reiki holds so much potential for promoting more peace and love, providing support and positivity to the communities who need it most. Let’s use the insights from this podcast to become greater allies and take steps toward making a real difference in the LGBTQIA+ community with Reiki. 

Karen Harrison is a Senior Licensed Reiki Master Teacher with the International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT). She teaches various Reiki levels, including Holy Fire® III Karuna Reiki® Master and is the Co-Director of the ICRT's Licensed Reiki Master Teacher Training Program. Since starting her Reiki studies in 1993, she has trained with several ICRT teachers and Japanese Reiki Masters. Her work has also featured in the Reiki News Magazine.

Besides Reiki, she's a licensed Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist, with 22 years of spiritual counseling at Unity Church of Overland Park, Kansas.

Gillian Power, a trans woman and registered Reiki Master, brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to our conversation. Hailing from the Midwest, Gillian discovered the transformative power of Reiki during her transition in 2013/2014, an experience she'll share in depth on our podcast. Apart from her spiritual journey, she currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer for Lambda Legal, a non-profit law firm dedicated to advocating for the LGBTQIA+ community and individuals living with HIV. Gillian's insights into her transition, her spiritual awakening, and her commitment to Reiki all weave together to offer a unique perspective on the intersection of Reiki and the LGBTQIA+ experience.

Contact Gillian:
www.gillianpower.com
[email protected]

Karen's article:  Working With LGBTQIA+ Reiki Clients and Students
Gillian's article:  Working with Transgender People
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