My Approach to Tarot Reading
I read tarot without the fluff. We use the cards to see what is actually happening, name the patterns underneath, and choose next steps you can act on. No fortune telling. No theatrics. Just a practical, honest conversation that leaves you clearer than you arrived.
The Four Pillars of My Approach
I’m not here to tell you what you want to hear. I’m here to tell you what you need to hear.
Tarot with me is honest. I will not soften the message just to keep you comfortable, because that does not help you move forward. If the cards bring up challenges or things you have been avoiding, we face them together and keep it kind.
I care about clarity more than comfort. You will never get scare tactics or shame from me. You will get truth that helps you make sense of what is going on and what to do next.
I’m not here to predict your future. I’m here to help you create your future.
The future is not fixed. The cards show patterns, influences, and options that exist right now. What happens next is shaped by your choices.
My role is to help you see your options clearly and choose with confidence. You leave with perspective and practical next steps, not a script you must follow.
I’m not here to just talk at you. I’m here to collaborate and have a real conversation.
This is not a lecture. It is a two-way process. I bring the deck, structure, and intuition. You bring your story and insight. Together, we make meaning that fits your life.
The reading unfolds in dialogue. We test what lands, ask better questions, and connect the dots in ways that feel useful and real.
I’m not here to impose my beliefs or exclude anyone. I’m here to create a responsible, affirming space that honours your world.
You do not have to share my spirituality for tarot to work. Religious, spiritual, sceptical, or none of the above, I meet you where you are. I will never try to convert you to my beliefs.
I keep the space ethical and affirming for every identity. As a queer, non-binary reader, I know safety matters. Everyone is welcome at my table, and care is not optional.
How A Session Works
- Set a focus. We shape a clear, open-ended question or theme together.
- Draw the cards. We choose a spread or read freely, depending on what fits your situation.
- Read the images. We look at symbols, suits, numbers, and the story between the cards. I guide, you respond.
- Connect to real life. We check what resonates, spot friction or blind spots, and map real choices.
- Close with next steps. You leave with one to three actions that match your capacity, plus prompts to revisit later.
I also have signature spreads designed for specific moments, like the Mirror Moment spread for self-check-ins, the Inspiration Unfucker spread when creativity is blocked, and the Liminal Lobotomy spread for big transitions. We pick what actually serves you.
Who This Is For
- You want guidance, not someone declaring your fate
- You are sceptical but open to a grounded process
- You are navigating change, creative blocks, work stress, or relationship shifts
- You want an affirming space where your identity and story are respected
What I Will Not Do
- Predict a fixed future or give death dates
- Diagnose health or replace medical, legal, or financial advice
- Spy on third parties without consent
- Scare, shame, or tell you what to do
Ethics And Boundaries
- Consent first. I check before we look at sensitive topics, and you can pause or stop any time
- Confidentiality. Your reading stays private
- Age 18+
- Trauma-aware, LGBTQ+ inclusive language as standard
You can read my full ethics policy here: Ethical Tarot Readings.
Sceptics Welcome
You do not need to believe in anything for this to work. Think of the cards as a mirror and the reading as a structured conversation. If something does not land, we say so and look again. The point is clarity, not forcing meaning.
In Person Or Online
- Manchester. I read in person at FLOW by Transcend or at my home reading space.
- Online worldwide. Zoom sessions use the same structure and care
Before You Book
- A focused, open-ended question helps, but if you don’t have one, we’ll find it together
- Give yourself five minutes to settle before we start
- If you like prep, read: How to Prepare for a Tarot Reading
After Your Reading
- Take a photo or jot down what landed so you remember
- Give yourself space before making big decisions
- If you want structure, read: What to Do After a Tarot Reading
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you use reversals?
Sometimes. If reversals add useful nuance for your topic, I include them. If they create noise, I leave them upright. I check your preference at the start and keep the approach consistent for that session.
Will you tell me bad news?
I will tell you the truth with care. If a difficult pattern shows up, we name it, pace it, and focus on options. You will not be left spooked or helpless; the point is to leave with language for what is happening and at least one next step.
Can you read about other people?
With boundaries. I do not pry into someone else’s private life. We centre your choices and your side of the dynamic. For example, instead of “What are they thinking about me,” we might ask, “What do I need to know about this dynamic and my best move.” Instead of “Will they come back,” try, “What is my most compassionate path forward, and what will help me heal.”
Do I need to be spiritual or believe in tarot?
No. Curiosity and honesty are enough. Treat the cards like a mirror and the session like a structured conversation that helps you think and feel your way through a situation.
How long are sessions and how do I choose?
Anything under 30 minutes is a taster. 30 minutes is my standard session for one clear topic. We usually work with 6 to 9 cards and go deep enough to peel back layers and land a solid next step. 45 minutes is the sweet spot for most people; we can unpack nuance, sit with the conversation, and look at 9 to 12 cards with a couple of oracle pulls. 60 minutes is for full exploration, either a big life change or several angles of a situation.
What spreads do you use?
I choose tarot spreads that fit the moment. Sometimes we use a spread with positions like Present, Challenge, and Advice; sometimes we read freely without a fixed layout. Positions help organise the story; when something needs more detail, I pull clarifying cards.
Can tarot predict the future?
I don't claim to predict the future. It isn't helpful. If I told you that in six weeks someone in a brown suit would hand you a million pounds, you'd spend those weeks scanning for brown suits The future isn't fixed. It is in flux. Tarot helps you see what sits under the surface so you can make better decisions and shape what comes next. It doesn't predict the future. It helps you make it.
What if a topic feels sensitive or triggering?
We slow down. I check consent before going further, and you can pause or stop at any point. If a topic is not suited to tarot, I will say so and suggest safer ways to approach it. Care comes first.
What should I do before and after?
Before a session, bring a clear, open-ended question if you can and give yourself a few minutes to settle. Afterward, take a moment before big decisions, review your notes in a day or two, and notice what still resonates. If you like more structure, see my guides on how to prepare and what to do after a reading.
How confidential is the reading?
Sessions are private and handled with care. I do not share details outside the session. If you need written notes for yourself, I can provide a brief summary at your request.
Ready to Go?
Book your reading today and step into a journey of genuine insight and empowerment.
