ABOUT HELENE WILLIAMS

My interest in holistic healing spans many decades.  Thirty years ago I was exploring macrobiotic diets, homeopathy, and the benefits of exercise and yoga.  I entered the healing profession in 1999 as a registered nurse working in the fields of oncology and hospice. While both of these areas challenged me both emotionally and professionally, my experiences allowed me to truly learn the meaning of empathy and to become more spiritually connected. Most importantly, it taught me just how comforting and meaningful the touch of a hand can be for someone who is suffering, in pain, or going through the dying process.

In 2006, I made the decision to go back to hospital nursing and was fortunate to be part of a team that embraced the holistic components of Reiki, aromatherapy, music therapy, massage, and guided imagery.  After taking my Reiki I training and sharing Reiki with patients, I was so impressed that something so simple and easy to learn had such dramatic effects in promoting relaxation, which in turn allowed the healing process to take place.  My patients were more relaxed, their pain was often reduced or relieved, and in some cases, they went home earlier than anticipated. 

Reiki also helped me to learn about caring for myself. Prior to learning about Reiki, I had struggled my entire life with anxiety, depression, and an overwhelming fear of public speaking. In my Reiki journey, I’ve learned that with consistent daily meditation and self-Reiki practice, I can maintain a calm mind and an open heart.

In addition to my regular teaching practice, I am also available to teach Reiki and meditation in hospital and corporate environments.  I also provide contracted services to create holistic programs in healthcare settings. My vision is that Reiki be embraced as a spiritual practice for healing, compassion, and well-being.

Educational Background:

  • 1999 RN, Lancaster General College of Nursing and Health Sciences

  • 2007 Reiki I, Gigi Jantos, Reiki Master, Harrisburg, PA

  • 2007 Reiki I, II, Master; Kate Mikusko, Reiki Master, Lititz PA

  • 2011 Reiki I, II, Master; Laurelle Shanti Gaia, Reiki Master, Sedona, AZ, International Center for Reiki Training

  • 2012 Karuna Reiki Master; Laurelle Shanti Gaia, Reiki Master, Sedona, AZ, International Center for Reiki Training

  • 2013 Reiki Drumming Certification; Michael Baird, Reiki Master, Sedona, AZ

  • 2012 Shinpiden Graduate, Frans Stiene, Reiki Teacher, Usui Reiki Ryoho, International House of Reiki

  • 2014 Animal Reiki Certificate, Kelly McDermott Burns, VT

  • 2016 Bachelor’s Degree, Nursing, Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

  • 2023 Mindful Meditation Teacher Certification (two-year program), The Awareness Training Institute and the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California at Berkeley with Jack Kornfield & Tara Brach

  • 2023 RKMRI Medical Reiki Master Certification

My experience includes the following:

  • Seventeen years of providing Reiki  sessions in hospital, hospice, extended care, and veteran administrator’s settings

  • Presentations on Reiki and holistic health care at national nursing conferences

  • Participated in a hospital-based Reiki research study

  • Implemented and facilitated a hospital Reiki Volunteer Program

  • Reiki practitioner for Caring Hospice Services

  • Volunteer Reiki practitioner/meditation facilitator for the Lebanon VA Medical Center since 2019

  • Established the Lancaster Community Reiki Clinic in 2013

  • Keynote speaker at the 2019 Cincinnati Reiki Day

  • Panel member on Reiki’s Gifts webcast, 2020

  • Podcast Interviews: From Doctor to Patient with Dr. Diva Nagula (2021); Dive into Reiki with Nathalie Jaspar (2021; 2022); Be the Light with Maria Kammerer (2019)

  • Corporate mindful meditation facilitator

  • 2021 - 2023: Reiki Unified Board Member

  • 2021 - Present: Center for Reiki Research Board Member

  • 2022 - Omega Institute Faculty, Wisdom of Reiki Conference

One of my greatest passions is in teaching Reiki and mindfulness meditation to others and seeing how transformative it can be for them. These practices are life-changing, self-empowering, and have the potential to help you achieve your greatest goals!