Ep. 38: Sexual Misconduct and Advocacy in Massage Therapy - Healing Hands and Hidden Battles with Brendan Carr

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In this episode of the Handcrafted Therapies Podcast, host Julie Alexander is joined by Brendan, a recent graduate of Kikino Massage School. They tackle the difficult and potentially triggering topic of sexual misconduct, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community and the massage therapy profession.

Brendan shares his personal experiences with abuse, his journey to establishing boundaries, and the challenges faced by gay massage therapists. The discussion includes the impact of dating apps misrepresenting massage therapists and the importance of creating a safe and professional environment for clients. They conclude with the idea of starting a petition to address these issues, highlighting the significance of empathy, authenticity, and forgiveness in the healing process.

In this episode, Julie and Brendan:

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1. Ep. 38: Combating Sexual Misconduct and Supporting LGBTQ+ Voices in the Massage Community with Brenden Carr (00:00:00)

2. Welcoming Brendan to the Podcast (00:01:56)

3. Trigger Warning and Topic Introduction (00:02:24)

4. Brendan's Personal Journey (00:03:57)

5. Overcoming Abuse and Addiction (00:06:23)

6. Coming Out and Family Rejection (00:07:18)

7. Finding Chosen Family and Establishing Boundaries (00:08:43)

8. Sexual Misconduct in the Gay Community (00:13:23)

9. Challenges Faced by Gay Massage Therapists (00:15:07)

10. Addressing Misconceptions and Solutions (00:20:16)

11. Human Trafficking in the US (00:23:08)

12. Human Trafficking in the Gay Community (00:23:45)

13. Safety Concerns in Massage Therapy (00:24:57)

14. Empowering Clients with Boundaries (00:25:52)

15. The Importance of Empathy and Support (00:30:36)

16. Forgiveness and Personal Growth (00:32:38)

17. Addressing Sexual Misconduct in the Industry (00:38:48)

18. Closing Thoughts and Affirmations (00:40:08)