In episode 125 of the podcast astrologers Cassandra Tyndall and Tony Howard join the show to discuss some tips that clients can take into consideration when trying to choose an astrologer to get an astrological consultation from.

During the course of the discussion we focus in particular on some strategies for trying to find an astrologer that is right for you when getting a consultation.

You can find out more about Cassandra at CassandraTyndall.com

You can find out about Tony at AstroRaven.com

Below you will find an extensive set of show notes, which contain most of the points that we touched on in the discussion, followed by links to download or stream the recording of this episode of the podcast at the bottom of the page.

Show Notes

Here is most of our outline for this episode:

Getting a Consultation with an Astrologer

* The primary job of most astrologers is seeing clients.

* They act as consultants, and you can pay for their time, in order to use their knowledge of astrology in a way that is useful for your needs.

* Times vary, but generally a consultation can last an hour or more.

* Prices vary depending on things like how notable the astrologer is, how long they have been practicing, what they specialize in, what area they live in, etc.

Possible Issues with Choosing an Astrologer

* If you don’t know much about astrology, it can be difficult to know who to consult with.

* There are a lot of different options available.

* If you don’t know what is available, it might be difficult to identify the astrologer who would be the most well-suited for your needs.

* There is also a lack of standardization in the field, that makes it like the wild west sometimes.

* Also have to be careful since there can be some pitfalls.

* You might expect or assume certain things, but the astrologer you consult with me not actually offer those things.

* In some rare instances you might end up with someone who isn’t really using astrology.

* Could be a psychic/intuitive, tarot card reader, or maybe even someone who is putting on a front of some sort or pretending to have expertise.

* This is rare, but a possibility to be aware of.

What Type of Astrologer Are You Looking For?

* The first thing to be aware of is that there are different types AND traditions of astrology.

* Different types of astrology are different applications of the subject to different endeavors and human affairs.

* Different traditions of astrology are often specific types of astrology that come from certain geographical eras and time periods, and they often have unique technical and philosophical approaches.

* It is difficult to know what tradition to go with if you are new to the subject, but it is definitely good to be aware of the different types and applications of astrology, that way you know what is offered.

* Some different types or applications of astrology:

* Natal Astrology

* Relationship Astrology

* Predictive Astrology / Forecasting

* Electional Astrology

* Horary Astrology Questions

* Medical Astrology

* Financial Astrology

* Different traditions of astrology

* Modern western astrology

* Traditional astrology

* Psychological astrology

* Vedic astrology

* Chinese astrology

* etc.

* Are you looking for something local or is long distance ok?

* Although local is possible, you will have more options with long distance.

* There very well may be some good astrologers in your area though,