In episode 448 astrologer Isa Nakazawa joins the podcast to talk about how to give an astrological consultation, and some considerations surrounding reading birth charts for clients. 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. Isa's Podcast You can find more about Isa's new podcast here: https://futurostudios.org/podcasts/stars-and-stars/ You can also search for Stars and Stars with Isa on iTunes, Spotify, etc. 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 Listen to the Video Version of This Episode Listen to the video version of this episode on giving astrological consultations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEYZd4oRiNE - Transcript A full transcript of this episode is available: Episode 448 transcript