The Astro Psyche

In episode 627, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses the archetypal combination of Venus and Pluto.

She shares how these two represent deep relational experiences, psychological death-rebirth, and transformation within oneself that impacts relationships. These themes discussed in this episode can be applied to any Venus and Pluto aspect together; including Venus conjunct Pluto, Venus sextile ...

In episode 626, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses the archetypal combination of Venus and Chiron. She shares how these two represent relational healing when in any aspect together; including Venus conjunct Chiron, Venus sextile Chiron, Venus square Chiron, Venus trine Chiron, Venus opposite Chiron (and!) in any context; including: world transits, personal transits, and synastry. This is a...

In episode 625, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses neurodivergence, the signs of neurodivergent burnout, why this is so important for us to talk about as neurodivergent folks, the qualities of recovery from neurodivergent burnout, and how we can understand neurodivergent burnout through the planetary archetype of Chiron. She also shares how practices such as astrology, tarot, and ritual ca...

In episode 624, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses the archetypal combination of Mars and Saturn from a depth psychological perspective, particularly the theme of Mars and Saturn representing the development of mastery or an advanced practice in any field of study.

Reference: https://lairbhan.blogspot.com/2017/08/seeking-advanced-practice.html

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In episode 623, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses eclipses from a depth psychological perspective, particularly the phenomenon of the "devouring parent" in depth psychology, and how we can heal from early childhood experiences.

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In episode 621, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares about the planetary archetypes of Jupiter, Pluto, and Chiron and how from a depth psychological perspective these symbolically represent themes of power, authority, dignity, oppression/oppressor, child/adult, wounded/caregiver, privilege/marginalization, and a call to heal our relationship with wounding, power, and trauma.

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1. My Podcast is Changing: I'm taking a break from creating standard monthly "forecasts" in favor of creating more spontaneous and in-depth episodes based on my inspirations on astrology from a depth psychological perspective, and my other special interests including tarot, spirituality, & social justice. I'm excited to share more organically what's on my mind & heart as it arises...

In episode 616, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) is joined by astrologer and scholar Kenneth Miller (he/him), MA, ACVA II, Jyotish Kovid. We discuss our thoughts about working with the tarot as a spiritual practice as we prepare for our upcoming course on this topic. Please enjoy this episode!

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In episode 615, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the month from a depth psychological perspective including the Saturn-Neptune conjunction, Mercury-Venus-Sun-Mars making a square to Uranus, and more.

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In episode 614, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the month from a depth psychological perspective:

- Saturn-Neptune conjunction: practical & ideal, metaphysical & ordinary, this world & otherworld

- Mercury-Venus-Mars activate the Jupiter-Chiron-Pluto T-Square: accumulation of inner/outer resources, power, finding one's inner resources via spiritual or me...

In episode 613, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores the concept of psychological splitting in depth psychology. Psychological splitting is one of many psychological defenses we all use at one time or another to deal with anxiety, fear of the unknown, shame, or other intense feeling states where we feel not okay in some way. It is often seen in "all or nothing" perspectives, severe exalting o...

In episode 612, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores the concept of astrological confidentiality. For astrology enthusiasts and astrologers, there's often an excitement to share our personal birth chart placements or to ask about someone else's astrology chart as a way to connect. This episode explores the idea that keeping your astrology chart private is an option. You may want to exercise d...

In episode 611, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the month from a depth psychological perspective.

The astrology this month includes:

- Sun, Venus, Mars in Sagittarius & Capricorn

- Sun-Venus-Mars square Saturn & Neptune

(this connects in with the long-term storyline of Saturn conjunct Neptune from 2025 - 2027)

- Mercury in Scorpio & Sagittarius in December

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In episode 610, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores why we use the birth time in calculating a birth chart, what to do when you don't know the birth time (for yourself or others), and questions around identity if the birth time or house system changes.

References:

Astro Data Bank, James Hillman: https://www.astro.com/astro-databank/Hillman,_James

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