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The Astro Psyche
by Shawna McGrath, LMFT
Astrology from a depth psychological perspective with psychotherapist and astrologer, Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her). Find out more: https://www.theastropsyche.com
Episodes
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Why I'm Teaching Chiron
In this episode, I share why I'm inspired to teach Chiron, my concerns about the the "wounded healer" idea, and how we can discover more about Chiron during Chiron's first return to its discovery place (Chiron in Taurus). Learn Astrology with me: https://www.theastropsyche.com/courses Depth...
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Venus-Pluto & Deep Experiences
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....
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Venus-Chiron & Relational Healing
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...
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Neurodivergent Burnout & Recovery
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…
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Mars-Saturn as Developing Advanced Practice
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…
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Eclipses & the Devouring Parent Archetype
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. new course 🦋 Chiron:...
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What is a Birth Chart in Astrology?
Episode 622: Welcome! I'm Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her), a depth psychotherapist and astrologer. In this episode I'm discussing "what is a birth chart in astrology?" from a depth psychological perspective. I'm teaching a 9-week online course on Chiron in Astrology. I would absolutely love to…
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Jupiter, Chiron, & Pluto: spiritual healing, tending to trauma, & revealing hidden medicine
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…
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Long-Term Personal Transits in Astrology
In episode 620, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores long-term personal transits in astrology from a depth psychological perspective. 🦋 Receive updates on my latest podcasts, articles, courses, and other offerings: https://www.theastropsyche.com/newsletter
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Uranus: unconventional, awakener, trickster
In episode 619, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores the planetary archetype of Uranus as it shifts into a new 7 year cycle in the sign of Gemini. We explore Uranus' symbolic manifestations of unconventionality, independence, awakening, and trickster ways…
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Update
Saying hello and a quick update, 3 things :) 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...
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March Astrology Reading 2026
In episode 618, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the month from a depth psychological perspective including Mercury retrograde in Pisces, Venus-Sun conjunct Saturn-Neptune, and more 🦋 Receive updates on my latest podcasts,...
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Eclipses & Complexes
In episode 617, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) talks about eclipses from a symbolic and depth psychological perspective. 🦋 Tarot as a Spiritual Practice Course starts Feb 22nd! https://www.theastropsyche.com/courses Sign-up for my newsletter to…
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Tarot as a Spiritual Practice
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...
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February Astrology Reading 2026
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. 🦋 Find out more about my...
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January Astrology Reading 2026
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…
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Psychological Splitting
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…
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Astrological Confidentiality
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...
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December Astrology Forecast 2025
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...
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Birth Time & Astrological Identity
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....
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November Astrology Forecast 2025
In episode 609, 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 in Scorpio from Oct 22 - Nov 21: conscious focus on emotional bonds and deepening into…
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October Astrology Forecast 2025
Announcement with this episode 🦋 I'll now be creating monthly forecasts in place of weekly forecasts. As my experience of astrology shifts, I want to honor what feels right for me and also shift how I show up here with you. Right now, this means monthly forecasts to allow for a wider perspective...
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Transits are Rites of Initiation
In episode 607, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores how transits are rites of initiation (ordeals we go through that transform us), how we gain more from transits by looking at them over a wider perspective (of time & psychic development), and how we can...
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Oct 6 - 12 Weekly Astrology: Feeling Feisty with Full Moon in Aries
In episode 606, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Full Moon in Aries on Mon, Oct 6 at 8:47pm PT at 14 degrees Aries - Mercury moves into Scorpio…
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Saturn-Neptune: Magic & the Metaphysical
In episode 605, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares how Saturn and Neptune both connect with and deepen our understanding of magic and the metaphysical. Professor of Religious Studies at University of Amsterdam, Jacqueline de Borsje, defined magic as: “words...
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Sept 29 - Oct 5 Weekly Astrology: Healing Your Voice with Mercury-Jupiter-Chiron
In episode 604, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - First Quarter Moon in Capricorn on Mon, Sept 29 at 4:54pm PT - Sun in Libra opposite Ceres in...
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Sept 22 - 28 Weekly Astrology: Rebirth with Libra Equinox & Mars-Pluto
In episode 603, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Sun moves into Libra (Fall / Spring Equinox) on Monday, Sept 22 at 11:19am PT - Sun opposite...
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Tarot Card Reversals
In episode 602, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses tarot card reversals (and other astrological factors), and how they add to the multiplicity and diversity of these symbolic languages. 🦋 Find my complete catalog of videos on YouTube...
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Sept 15 - 21 Weekly Astrology: Cosmic Reset with New Moon Solar Eclipse in Virgo
In episode 601, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - New Moon Partial Solar Eclipse in Virgo on Sun, Sept 21 at 12:54pm PT at 29 degrees Virgo - Moon, Sun,...
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Planetary Returns & Anniversaries
In episode 600, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses planetary returns from a depth psychological perspective and the importance of anniversaries as she approaches the 11 year anniversary of becoming a professional astrologer. You may find this a helpful...
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Saturn & Transformation of boundaries, limits, containment, & safe holding spaces
In episode 599, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) explores Saturn, it's symbolism, and relationship to transformation. Find my complete catalog of videos on YouTube Receive my Weekly Astrology Newsletter every Sunday I offer…
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Sept 8 - 14 Weekly Astrology: Alchemical Unions with Sun-Mercury Conjunctio
In episode 598, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo on Sat, Sept 13 at 3:52am PT - Sun & Mercury in Virgo sextile Jupiter in...
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Sept 1 - 7 Weekly Astrology: Transformation of Boundaries, Limits, Containment, & Safe Holding Spaces with Saturn & Lunar Eclipse in Pisces
In episode 597, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Saturn moves back into Pisces from Mon, September 1st - February 13, 2026 - Mercury moves into Virgo on...
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August 25 - 31 Weekly Astrology: Deep Discoveries with Venus-Pluto
In episode 596, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Venus moves into Leo on Monday, August 25 at 9:27am PT - thru Sept 19 - Venus in Leo opposite Pluto in...
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Healing & Self-discovery with Venus-Chiron & New Moon in Virgo: Weekly Astrology for August 18 - 24
In episode 595, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Venus-Jupiter in Cancer square Chiron in Aries - Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries - Sun moves...
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Eros & Logos with Venus-Jupiter in Cancer & Mercury Direct: Weekly Astrology for August 11 - 17
In episode 594, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. This week's astrology speaks to the complimentary ancient Greek concepts of Eros (love, attraction, the life force of desire) and...
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Motivation & Dedication with Mars-Saturn & Full Moon in Aquarius: Weekly Astrology for August 4 - 10
In episode 593, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Mars moves into Libra on Wednesday, August 6th at 4:23pm PT - Mars in Libra opposite...
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Connecting your Inner Heart with Sun-Mercury Cazimi: Weekly Astrology for July 28 - Aug 3
In episode 592, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Venus in Gemini sextile Chiron in Aries - Venus moves into Cancer on Wednesday, July 30th at...
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Cultivating Your Vibrance with New Moon in Leo: Weekly Astrology for July 21 - 27
In episode 591, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) shares with you the astrology of the week from a depth psychological perspective. The astrology this week includes: - Sun moves into Leo on Tuesday, July 22nd at 6:29am PT - Sun in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini…
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Integrative Healing with Sun-Chiron & Mercury Retrograde: Weekly Astrology for July 14 - 20
The astrology this week includes: - Sun in Cancer square Chiron in Aries - Last Quarter Moon in Aries on Thursday, July 17th at 5:37pm PT - Mercury stations retrograde in Leo on Thursday, July 17th at 15 degrees Leo - Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Gemini … Reflection Questions: 1. How can you…
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A New Cycle Begins with Uranus in Gemini: Weekly Astrology for July 7 - 13
The astrology this week correlates to the very beginning of a new cycle of experiencing the unexpected, liberation, divergence from norms, and disruption of long-held traditions. This cycle can include innovation as well as destruction. It's a signal of unexpected changes that lead to…
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Awakenings with Venus-Uranus: Weekly Astrology for June 30 – July 6
The astrology this week shows a time of unexpected awakenings, liberation, and moving into divergent ways of being. The astrology this week includes: - Sun square Ceres - First Quarter Moon in Libra: on Wednesday, July 2nd at 12:30pm PT - Venus conjunct Uranus - Venus moves into Gemini - Venus...
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New Moon in Cancer + many Mercury aspects: Weekly Astrology for June 23 - 29
The astrology this week shows a time of new beginnings that may feel complex and multifaceted. A New Moon highlights the square of Jupiter to Saturn-Neptune which brings into focus questions about identity, vision, ideals, and how practical application is possible in daily life. Mercury also…
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Finding your Path Forward with Sun-Jupiter Solstice in Cancer: Weekly Astrology for June 16 - 22
The astrology this week brings big energy with the Solstice Sun moving into Cancer to make a square of Sun-Jupiter to Saturn Neptune. This energy shows a time where we’re expanding as well as contracting, creating as well as dissolving, and finding a path forward in physical world as well as the...
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Expanding Your Potential with Full Moon in Sagittarius + Jupiter in Cancer: Weekly Astrology for June 9 - 15
The astrology this week brings a combination of vision, inspiration, enthusiasm, as well as practicality. There’s a tension here that’s asking us to bring our inspirations into reality. You may feel pulled in many directions, and a pressure to make something real. The astrology this week…
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Trickster Magic with Mercury-Jupiter in Gemini: Weekly Astrology for June 2 - 8
The astrology this week brings some trickster energy with Mercury making several aspects and changing signs. There are several themes around shifts in perspective that seem like a natural unfolding following the New Moon in Gemini last week. This week elaborates on the last and simultaneously…
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Curious Beginnings with New Moon in Gemini: Weekly Astrology for May 26 - June 1
Edit: This weekly astrology is actually for May 26th - June 1st. I said the wrong dates in the intro, my apologies for the confusion! :) The astrology this week brings a new beginning and a burst of ideas, communication, and overall the potential for many shifts in your perspective. These shifts...
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Foundational Transitions with Saturn in Aries: Weekly Astrology for May 19 - 25
The astrology this week has a gravity to it. Saturn moves into Aries to mark a new chapter of life around our experience of time, limits, and responsibilities, as well as our experience of devotion, determination, and confidence. Saturn reminds us to focus on what’s important because our time and...
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Authentic Embodiment with Full Moon in Scorpio: Weekly Astrology for May 12 - 18
The astrology this week reflects deep feelings! It's a powerful time for getting more acquainted with the true nature of your Self. This week's astrology includes: Full Moon in Scorpio on Monday, May 12 at 9:56am PT: Illumination of deep feelings that may feel unexpected or revelatory, feeling or...
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Healing Messages with Mercury-Chiron in Aries: Weekly Astrology Forecast for May 5 - 11
This week's astrology shows the potential for healing messages to come through. You may also find yourself contemplating deeply on what really matters to you. This week's astrology includes: - Mercury in Aries conjunct Chiron: Healing words and thoughts, healing messages. These thoughts or…
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Astrology from a depth psychological perspective with psychotherapist and astrologer, Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her). Find out more: https://www.theastropsyche.com
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