Patrice

Astrological consultant in major life transition. Seeking mind-expansion and creative possibililties and honest passionate connections.After a successful career in the fashion and media industries, a series of difficult life challenges led me to revision a new vocation aimed at helping individuals transform themselves through esoteric studies.I have been practicing astrological counseling in New York City since 2003. I have studied with New York's top astrologers, among them John Marchesella, Eileen McCabe and Anne Ortelee. A member of NCGR (National Council of Geocosmic Research) and ISAR (The International Society for Astrological Research), I am pursuing the certificate program in Evolutionary Astrology in England. EA is a form of karmic astrology founded by Jeffrey Wolfe Green that focuses on past life analysis as a key to understanding one's current journey.I currently write a column for The Resident, a Manhattan weekly and teach a course "Astrology for Tarotists".As a tarotist, I apprentice with world-renowned psychic/tarot expert, Patricia Canova.I'm not so evolved that I haven't had my addictions to fashion and glamour. Here's my former life in a nutshell . . . Calvin Klein fashion director, Bloomingdale's fashion director, Romeo Gigli, Vogue Patterns, custom tailor, vintage clothing collector (20's and 30's), pre-Hayes code films, Danceteria, Downtown New York, Tribeca, fashion model, dj wife, proud mother of model/rock star son . . .And now my pitch . . .WHAT ASTROLOGY IS AND ISN'T WHY ASTROLOGY IS COOLAstrology is a tool to understand yourself and your patterns. It gives one the key to understanding one's behavioral patterns and familial programming. Once we understand our conditioning, we can alter it and learn to use our energy and the energy of the universe in a more productive manner.How does astrology work?Astrology isn't divination. It's a diagnostic tool and more akin to an educated guess. Twelve planetary symbols and signs, along with placement and relationships between then, yield a multiplicity of interpretations. The more seasoned or intuitive the astrologer, the more accurate the reading.Your chart is a psychological template of your life and shows past, present and future tendencies. You have many chances to "get it right". But no amount of luck will substitute for self-awareness.My goal as a modern astrological counselor is to desmystify this modality/form of healing and provide practical and inspirational support toward changing your life. Rather than be a victim of fate, you can be a co-creator of your destiny.There are many benefits to astrology:Personal/Emotional Psychological programming received in childhood Pivotal childhood events that shape your present personality/mindset Father/mother, male/female dynamics Sibling issuesCareer Direction Destiny, how you are meant to be seen in the world Specific and unique talents Communication style Timing for career pathRelationships The "ideal" partner Your emotional and sexual needs/attractions Dynamics/purpose of specific relationships Times for lovePast Lives/Karma Unfinished business you bring back from past lives Previous traumas/shadow experiences that "haunt" you now Where you've been and where you're supposed to go Contacts with "soulmates"With conscious application and absorption of information, the benefits of a counseling session are many. They include:Self-acceptance and forgiveness More conscious decision making More productive use of energy and talents Healthier work and family dynamics More fulfilling relationships Getting in touch with your destiny and potentialWhy not see your life for the magnificent picture/ drama/ journey/ opportunity it is? The energy is going to happen, so you might as well enjoy the ride!