How to Give an Astrological Consultation

Discussing how to give an astrological consultation, and some considerations surrounding reading birth charts for clients, with astrologers Isa Nakazawa and Chris Brennan.

Isa is the host of a new astrology podcast called Stars and Stars with Isa, where she interviews different celebrities and notable figures and reads their birth chart.

In this episode we delve into the intricacies of giving an astrological consultation, discussing the transition from studying astrology to practicing it professionally.

Isa shares insights from her own journey, highlighting the importance of preparation and presence during consultations. We explored how her background as an arts educator influenced her approach, emphasizing the educational aspect of astrological consultations.

We also discuss the dynamics of client interactions, the importance of understanding a client's background in astrology, and how to tailor consultations to meet their needs. Isa stresses the value of creating a collaborative environment where clients are encouraged to engage with their charts actively.

Additionally, we touched on the practical aspects of professional astrology, such as setting boundaries, handling payments, and the impact of online consultations versus in-person sessions.

Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive guide for aspiring astrologers on how to approach professional readings, emphasizing the importance of ethical practice and client-centered consultations.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Intro
00:02:24 Isa Nakazawa's background
00:07:30 Importance of seeing clients
00:11:45 How to prepare for a consultation
00:13:59 How Chris started out
00:17:11 Length of a consultation
00:20:13 Setting fees and promotion
00:27:42 Isa's natal chart
00:29:20 Isa's steps of reading a chart
00:36:29 Spectrum of different clients
00:38:43 Importance of context and building trust
00:42:58 First do no harm
00:49:23 Delineating placements
00:53:49 Clients who don't have an astrology background
00:56:67 What to establish with clients ahead of time
00:58:57 Birth times and Rectification
01:10:25 Interpreting a chart
01:24:36 Younger vs. older clients
01:29:29 How to talk about challenging placements
01:34:14 Synastry of family members
01:38:00 What if the client doesn't resonate with a delineation?
01:45:38 Wide variety of astrologers
01:47:27 Accountability, certification, standardization
01:56:29 Students putting off consultations for too long
02:01:42 Energy for consultations
02:04:24 Setting boundaries
02:06:25 Client confidentiality
02:09:14 Post-materials for clients
02:13:06 Isa's podcast
02:18:27 Closing credits