Training & Certification
Learn Devi Reiki™
Entering the Sacred Stream. This is an initiation into the spiritual lineage of Devi Reiki™, so that you become an empowered channel for Devi Reiki™ to flow through you.
Lineage Training
Learning Devi Reiki™ is a commitment to offering yourself as a vessel through which Devi's Wisdom (Rei) and Life Force Energy (Ki) may flow. It involves understanding Reiki through a feminist, shamanic, non-dual tantric, and trauma-informed theological lens that is intended to support a paradigm-shift in how you relate with yourself and the world. Each level combines experiential practice, embodied learning, spiritual education, energetic transmission, and ethical grounding. Training unfolds progressively in depth, responsibility, and authority, honoring both the traditional Usui Reiki lineage and the distinct spiritual current of Devi Reiki™.
Training is offered at three levels: Level I – Shoden (First Teachings / foundations of self-healing), Level II – Okuden (Inner Teachings / working with others), and Level III – Shinpiden (Mystery Teachings / transmission, leadership, and stewardship).
Training pathway
First Teachings
Devi Reiki™ Level 1
Foundations of Self-Healing and Spiritual Practice
In Level I, Shoden, you become a certified Devi Reiki™ Shoden practitioner for your own healing and spiritual growth. You are empowered to channel Devi Reiki™ for yourself and others at the novice level, establishing a grounded foundation in energetic awareness, ethical practice, and self-healing.
What You'll Learn:
- • Introduction to ritual: creating sacred space
- • Devi Reiki™ Purification Journey I
- • The history and evolution of Usui Reiki
- • The Usui Reiki Five Principles (Gokai)
- • Devi Reiki™ theology and cosmology
- • Earth as Living Goddess
- • Devi Reiki™ Level I (Shoden) Empowerment (Reiju)
- • Devi Reiki™ meditations and foundational techniques
- • Experiential and embodied learning practices
- • Energetic anatomy and subtle body awareness
- • Introduction to intention, intuition, and the clair senses
- • The Three Pillars of Reiki
- • The Three Jewels of Reiki
- • Kenyoku, Byosen Scanning, and Beaming
- • Trauma-informed ethics
- • Hand positions for self-treatment
Class Details:
Format: Weekend intensive (2 days)
Location: Online via Zoom (live)
Schedule: Saturday & Sunday
10:00am–7:00pm (U.S. Central Time)
Inner Teachings
Devi Reiki™ Level 2
Working with Others and Deepening Practice
In Level II, Okuden, you become a certified Devi Reiki™ Okuden practitioner, empowered with the three Usui Reiki Okuden symbols. At this level, you are qualified to practice Devi Reiki™ for others in the traditional hands-on and distant healing styles. This is the level at which you may begin practicing Devi Reiki™ professionally, if you choose.
What You'll Learn:
- • Devi Reiki™ Purification Journey II
- • The three Usui Reiki Level II (Okuden) symbols
- • Devi Reiki™ Level II (Okuden) Empowerments (Reiju)
- • Usui's Hatsu Rei Ho meditation
- • Devi Reiki™ meditations and techniques
- • Koki-Ho and Gyoshi-Ho
- • Hand positions for treating others
- • Providing complete Reiki sessions
- • Distance healing methods (Enkaku Chiryo)
- • Experiential learning and supervised practice
- • Working with others in a trauma-informed way
- • Exploring aspects of Devi
- • Cultivating a personal relationship with Devi
- • Ritual energetics for Devi Reiki™
- • Deepening personal and professional practice
- • Trauma-informed healing principles
- • Professional ethics and boundaries
Class Details:
Prerequisite: Devi Reiki™ Level I
Format: Weekend intensive (2+ days)
Location: Online via Zoom (live)
Schedule:
Friday: 7:00pm–9:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am–7:00pm
(U.S. Central Time)
Mystery Teachings
Devi Reiki™ Master
Transmission, Leadership, and Stewardship
In Level III, Shinpiden, you become a certified Devi Reiki™ Master, empowered to teach Devi Reiki™ at Levels I & II, and to train other Devi Reiki™ Masters.
You are empowered with both the Usui Reiki Master symbol and the Devi Reiki™ Master symbols, and you assume responsibility as an authorized lineage bearer and teacher of Devi Reiki™, entrusted with transmitting the teachings with integrity. This training unfolds slowly and intentionally over a six-month container, emphasizing integration, discernment, and embodied leadership.
What You'll Learn:
- • Devi Reiki™ Purification Journey III
- • Master-level Mystery Teachings
- • The Usui Reiki Master symbol
- • Devi Reiki™ Master symbols
- • Devi Reiki™ Master (Shinpiden) Empowerments (Reiju)
- • Advanced experiential and initiatory practices
- • Advanced Ritual energetics for Devi Reiki™
- • Devi Reiki™–infused shamanic processes
- • Working between the worlds (liminal and subtle realms)
- • Working with the Wisdom Dakinis of the Tibetan elemental mandala
- • Teaching Devi Reiki™ to others
- • Sensitivity for the cross-cultural and syncretic aspects of Devi Reiki™
- • How to facilitate Devi Reiki™ Empowerments (Reiju)
- • Exploring Devi-related mythologies
- • Introduction to Devi Reiki™ Ritual Theater
- • Trauma-informed teaching and mentorship
- • Devi Reiki™ leadership and lineage responsibility
Class Details:
Prerequisites: Devi Reiki™ Levels I & II, plus application
Format: Six-month training container
Location: Online via Zoom (live)
Training Structure:
- • One intensive weekend per month for six months:
- - Friday: 7:00pm–9:00pm
- - Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am–7:00pm (U.S. Central Time)
- • Six Monday evening Devi Reiki™ Circles with Q&A
- - Monday following each intensive weekend
- - 8:00pm–9:30pm (U.S. Central Time)
- • Assignments submitted between training weekends
- • One 120-minute private meeting with Emery
- - Purpose: to assess energetic transmission, theological understanding, and readiness to represent and transmit the Devi Reiki™ lineage
Student reflections
"I have an affinity for Emery's Devi Reiki™, and through studying with her, I developed a deeper relationship with myself and my faith. Learning from her gave me a greater understanding of Reiki and expanded my spiritual awareness."
— Chardonnai Bondurant-Crummel
"Since taking your level I & II class, I have been integrating reiki into my daily life with great results. It really resonated with me when you said Reiki didn't stop things from happening but allowed you to navigate them better. I have found that to be extremely true in my experience since our class. I have also used reiki with my first coaching client now, and I noticed a huge difference by just calling in the presence of reiki for our sessions."
— Maurissa Ray, Life Coach
"Recently, I trained in Reiki I & II with Emery Lauten. The eye-opening experience was nothing short of amazing. The course is taught from an open and friendly perspective, so not only do you come away with some pretty intense training, but you also gain insight into Emery's personality, which glows throughout the course... The ability to communicate on that level is a rare quality indeed."
— Master Wayne Boozer, Martial Arts Instructor
"After spending two days in Reiki I & II with Emery Lauten, I could choose all kinds of glowing words saying that the class exceeded my expectations and that Emery was one of the best teachers I've had (both of which are true). But at the end of the day this is what is real: Fortunately, there are many reiki teachers and many types of reiki. Yet, I would not take a class in any other reiki style, and I would always choose Emery first as my reiki instructor."
— Karen Romine
"The first time I met Emery at Ecstatic Dance in Houston, Texas, I felt an instant soul connection. Her energy is passionate, sacred, loving, humble, and devoted. Anything Emery sets her sights on is sure to receive nourishment from a soul full of wisdom and light. I am so grateful for her teachings, as they are healing in and of themselves."
— Jessie Rae Ellis
"Words cannot begin to describe the wonderful experience of Reiki I & II taught by Emery Lauten! This was a powerful and enlightening experience, and I am proud to have had the chance to have her as my teacher and mentor. I learned so much last weekend. The meditations and experiences were awesome! I cannot wait to take the Master Level training with you!!!"
— Carmen Fairbanks
"I am deeply pleased with my decision to receive reiki certification from Emery Lauten. Her location had a serene ambience which made the experience very enjoyable. Feeling the energy of Emery's warm and nurturing spirit especially enhanced my learning experience. The instruction was thorough, intriguing, inspiring and rewarding... The training sparked new spiritual and mystical insights which brought pleasant benefits into my daily life."
— Lily C. Brown
"Emery and her reiki classes were great! I studied reiki with a different instructor last year and ended up feeling that I didn't have a solid foundation, and that the teacher didn't value the true gift of reiki. Thankfully, Emery's classes renewed my passion for reiki and helping others! She taught reiki history and techniques that my previous instructor didn't even mention! Emery is truly a gift to us all."
— Jennifer D. True
Who should study Devi Reiki™
This training is for you if:
- •You are navigating a major life transition, spiritual awakening, or dark night of the soul
- •You feel called to offer Reiki healing that is trauma-informed, earth-centered, and grounded in feminist spirituality
- •You want Reiki training that doesn't blame, bypass, or minimize lived experience
- •You care deeply about the Earth, ecological justice, and planetary healing
- •You are seeking spiritually mature lineage training, not New Age trends or toxic positivity
- •You want to study a complete theological and spiritual system, not just a technique
- •You are committed to your own healing, transformation, and service to others
- •You feel called to a movement of love, liberation, and transformation
Ready to enter the sacred stream?
Devi Reiki™ trainings are offered throughout the year. Class sizes are intentionally small to ensure depth of learning and community connection. Join the waitlist to receive your invitation to register when upcoming trainings are announced.
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