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Natal Chart Readings

Astrology Readings

I have been a professional astrologer since 2009 and thoroughly enjoy working with people using astrology as a guiding light. Here's a bit about my background and what drew me to become an astrologer.

A quality astrology reading can help us navigate through life more effectively, to not only meet challenges with more awareness, and to recognize and make the most of opportunities as well. An effective forecasting tool, astrology brings to light, much the same as a weather report, the likely conditions ahead, rather than specific, inevitable outcomes. Life involves choice, a function of freewill, and we are always altering the trajectory of our lives with every decision we make, big and small. A reading by a competent astrologer shines a clarifying light on the road ahead, allowing us to see the likely challenges and choices we will face. As astrologer Ray Merriman put it: "Astrology is a choice revealer, not a choice maker."

All readings are a dialogue, a conversation between you and me. Your concerns, challenges, and questions — what you want to delve into — will determine the focus of the session. People often come to me with difficult challenges and it can be very helpful to put those struggles in context, relative to a natal chart dynamic and/or a related transit, which often reveals the "silver lining" — an ability to see the bigger picture, longer view, and insight into the deeper, inner and outer influences at play.

You need not know anything about astrology, I am happy to explain the various influences in plain English with real life examples, devoid of confusing jargon. I have worked with people of all levels of astrology familiarity, from absolute beginners to fellow astrologers.

Session Options

I currently offer 90-minute readings over the phone or via Zoom for $240. For every reading, I draw up several charts: natal, natal aspects, transits (how the current planetary positions are impacting the natal chart), secondary progressions, solar arc directions (forecasting methods we use to move the natal chart forward), and the current solar return "birthday" chart. I spend several hours analyzing the various influences at play to produce a reading of the highest quality. With each session, high-resolution copies of your birth chart, "aspectarian" (natal aspect grid), and other charts used in the consultation are included. Following the reading I also offer extensive follow-up material (for those who want to delve deeper), a comprehensive addendum with additional information on the chart dynamics we discussed in the session and key dates, all customized for the client. This can range from 40-60 pages of my own written material on forecasting methods, planetary dynamics, influences of key natal houses and more.

For six months following an initial reading, one-hour follow-up sessions are available at a reduced rate of $100. Thereafter, 90-minute readings are available anytime for return clients for $200.

If you are ready to schedule a reading, please email me.

Astrology is too often seen as personality-defining and fortune-telling, which is definitely not my view of this ancient art. When competently practiced, astrology is fathoms deeper, richer and more meaningful than the banality one finds on too many websites and in pop astrology books: clichéd caricatures, shallow, stereotypical sign and planet descriptions. It is truly sad to see such a old, revered art and source of healing light and wisdom, reduced to such tripe for it is meant to reveal meaningful, multidimensional and fluid themes — archetypes that when understood can catalyze a far deeper understanding of ourselves, our purpose, and life in general.

The starry vault of heaven is in truth the open book of cosmic projection, in which are reflected the mythologems, i.e., the archetypes. In this vision astrology and alchemy, the two classical functionaries of the psychology of the collective unconscious, join hands.

— Carl Jung

Astrology is imbued with archetypal metaphoric meaning. Archetypes are symbols that speak to us from a very deep, collectively human place. Similar to dream imagery, they are instinctively attractive and occur throughout the world in interesting theme-and-variation that "vary a great deal without losing their basic pattern" as Jung described their universal manifestations. "Mythologems" as Jung referred to archetypes I think is a term more fitting as it conveys the multifaceted, multivalent quality ("gems") of these universal themes ("mythos"). We find these representations collectives in all cultures, indicating that human beings everywhere dip into the same, communal pool. Archetypes are like riverbeds, Jung wrote, which dry up when the water deserts them, yet can be found again at any time. Each is like an old course in which the water of life flowed for centuries, digging a deep channel for itself.

Astrologers know how to read, to recognize these motifs in the complex, dynamic interplay of planets, signs, and elements, beautifully and uniquely interwoven in every birth chart which describe an original tapestry of color and pattern: YOU. A reading by an experienced and perceptive astrologer is empowering: goes deep into the inner workings of the individual in an honest, inspiring and illuminating manner that can open one's eyes to a whole new way of seeing oneself and life.

What Clients Have Said

Over the past several months I've noticed that I repeatedly come back to your reading for grounding during challenging times. It continues to touch and guide me in the places where I need it the most. I've had several astrological readings and your reading has been the most meaningful in a way that has lived with me. I go back to it often to read a section or a quote (that seems like you picked especially for me!) and it remains to be overwhelming, timely, and supremely relevant for this season of my life. I rarely say this about readings, but this investment was worth every. single. penny. I sincerely appreciate the research, references, and thoughtfulness you put into my report. I know it may be some time before I feel like I've completely consumed the reading. Until then, it will be an invaluable ally on my journey. — D.R

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"I've just listened to your recording of my reading, and I have to tell you, it is so accurate. I laughed at times with the accuracy of it, and as well, I cried hearing you voicing your understanding of who I am. It has been a really long, arduous road I've travelled so far, AND I know that I have the tools, and now the clarity and deeper understanding to change that." — M.O

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"I experienced chills at some of the insights and welled up with tears at others.Your articulations and examples of implied scenarios regarding the energies of my chart were spot on! Hard to explain what I mean, but I think you understand..I feel that this reading is an affirmation that the decisions I am making in my life right now are are in the correct flow.Thank You!" — K.R.

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"The reading you did for me is so right on. All the influences you said would be at work in my life these days certainly are and it is SO helpful to know about them!!!! (Helping me stay sane, and being more patient with myself). Thank you again!!!" — K.W.

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"Last summer, you did an amazing mid-heaven review, and since you sent it, I've written pages of reflections and really taken the time to assess my life, relationships, and goals because of it. I return to it every season the way a patient may check in with a doctor as a way to be accountable to the lessons in it, and to see if or how I've grown. I am tremendously grateful for the insight you shared." — M.F.

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"Thank you again for such an informative reading. It all resonates so clearly with me. I've never had a reading that has described how I feel so well." — D.U.

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"I just wanted to take a minute to tell you how often I go back to the reading you did for me. I listened to it twice, taking notes the second time, and now when I am feeling a little lost...or pissed off (:-) or just like I can't make sense of anything, I go back and re-read or listen to sections of it and it helps IMMENSELY! Thank you for all your talented and thoughtful work!" — T.F.

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"So flipping cool Elaine! I planted a seed today. I laughed and laughed near the end of your reading!!!! I am so riddled with fear..... OMG! I love how articulate you are. You are so talented. THANK YOU! xo." — R.M.

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"I am STUNNED by your scanning of my entire being. Have to read and read bit by bit as this is not an answer: "How to do this" or "How to do that" — it's a very thorough professional, very "spot on" analysis of the problem so prominent in my life. What you have given me is priceless." — K.B.

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"Elaine, your reading has enabled me to see the big picture as I've never seen it before. I've been aware of much of what you've spoken, but not had the clarity to deal with it. I really have had such an awakening with your reading, for which I will be forever thankful." — M.O

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"If you feel like you need insight re work/career then consider having a session with Elaine of Blue Moon Astrology. I'm really taken aback with the accuracy of Elaine's interpretation of my chart - in particular the 10th house, which can relate to career, areas to focus on & potential challenges...very insightful and empowering to work with the energy that is there and make some positive steps." — M.M.

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"I had an excellent time with Elaine during my reading. It was a first time for me and I did not expect it could be so accurate. I became aware of the filters through which I experience life. I appreciated that Elaine presented the more challenging parts of the chart as opportunities and not as some inevitable destiny: I came out in a very positive and hopeful mood. I would totally recommend her as a very thorough and compassionate astrologer." — F.W.

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"Elaine is SO knowledgeable and puts so much into the readings. It REALLY helped me to understand myself better and some of the major themes of my life." — T.C.F.

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"Elaine, I am so glad (& fortunate) I hired you to do a reading for me. Your explanations were so clear, precise and 100% accurate. To the "T"... The Cardinal T-cross reading so much resonates with me. The reading clarified my powerful 12th house and all the inner workings of the planets in that house. Thank you for delving into this mysterious zone and your valuable insight." — S.P.

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"I had a vague idea of how astrology worked prior to meeting Elaine; however I was pretty much limited to thinking that my personal character traits were given to me because I was born between two dates on a calendar. After reading her analysis of my astrology chart it became obvious that so much more is taking place. A reading with Elaine can help you determine actions you might consider to make the best of a rough spot in your life or even capitalize on an opportunity. Elaine includes information and advice so you can respond in an appropriate manner and with a healthy mind set. I could tell you other coincidences and interesting tidbits, but I'll stop here with a simple statement: Elaine Kalantarian is a talented astrologist with a keen intuition. If you're looking for some direction in your life you'd be well served to consult her." — J.Y.

 

To schedule a reading, please send me an email.


Notes

The woodblock print above, Meigetsuin Temple is the work of Kazuyuki Ohtsu.