Shantia

I am a certified Tarot and Cartomancy reader for the past 25 years. I also hold a diploma in rune reading, numerology dream interpretation. I also read astrological birth charts both intuitively & logically to highlight key dates and character traits that a client may need to be aware of. I also look at compatibility in romantic readings. I use this practical skill set in addition to clairvoyant flashes to provide intuitive guidance.

I discovered my gifts at the age of 7 when by beloved first dog and grandad passed away within a few months of each other. It seemed to open up a 'portal' of energy where firstly my dog and then my grand dad appeared to me on a number of occasions, followed by strangers. My mum was worried that I was imagining it and took me to a psychic convention. The psychics could tell that I was able to see spirit without me even seeing anything. I felt so grateful to them even at such an early age for their validation that I was not making it all up as a childish prank, and I became drawn to the tarot cards and astrology charts I saw, even though I was a bit scared at first. My gift of seeing spirit left after a year but positive psychic experiences at high school where I would read my friends playing cards to reveal who was to get asked out and exam results etc led me to remaining curious about the mantic arts and started by journey to study the subjects professionally as teenager in my own time privately alongside regular studies.

Yes I am a very typical Aquarian! Aquarians are known for their intuitive, insightful and spiritually open nature, which strongly reflects how I approach my readings and my connection to the universe. I am also a cancer rising, which means my birth chart is ruled by lunar energy. This gives me a deeply empathetic and nurturing quality that helps me to emotionally connect with clients during readings. My moon is in Taurus which keeps me grounded and stable though working with the more mystical side of life. It allows me to deliver clear and practical guidance rather than overwhelming or confusing messages. I often feel that my own birth chart is like my cosmic CV. Understanding my chart helped me realise that my intuitive & spiritual gifts were meant to be shared. It also gave me the confidence to begin offering readings to help others find clarity and direction.

I truly feel it is an honour and a privilege to read for anyone who chooses to work with me. When a client is drawn to a reader, I believe it reflects an energetic match and that there is something meaningful for both of us to learn and share through the experience. I approach every reading with genuine care and respect for the client. Whatever their situation maybe, you have a friend in me. I hold space in a non judgemental environment. My aim is not to create dependency but to empower my clients. I highlight key phases and influences in their lives while encouraging them to connect with their own intuition and inner wisdom, so they leave the reading feeling clearer, stronger and more confident in their own path.

I love going to gigs, concerts, events and shows. I love live music and I also help local creatives, musicians and authors with promotion. I enjoy spending time in nature, exercise, reading, writing and learning languages.

I have been professionally giving readings for 8 years, but I have been giving readings to family and friends since I was just 12 years old.

My most memorable experience was meeting psychic Uri Geller when I was 16. He seemed to pull me backwards to shake his hand with the power of his mind. In the days that followed shaking his hand I found that within minutes of getting a flash of something it would happen. I also had the name of a grand national winning horse pop into my mind out of nowhere (I don't give gambling advice it's just something that personally happened for me.) I also remember looking at my cousins birth chart and seeing that he was going to have twins about 2 years before he got married and had the twins.

In my readings I weave together several intuitive tools including Tarot, astrology, runes, Angel cards or even playing cards for anyone who feels they want guidance but are feeling apprehensive about tapping into the more mystical side of life. I also share clairvoyant insights that come through in between the set of tools I'm using so that I can offer the most complete and helpful guidance possible.

What first encouraged me to start giving readings were the natural intuitive experiences I was having, even when I wasn't intentionally trying to read for people. I would often pick up impressions, feelings or insights about situations around me and when I shared them with friends and family their feedback confirmed that what I was sensing was accurate and helpful. Their encouragement along with what I found from drawing up my own birth chart by hand made me realise that these gifts were worth exploring more deeply. The more I worked with people through tarot, astrology and intuitive practice the more I learnt and developed my understanding. Over time it became clear to me that these gifts were meant not just for personal insight, but to help guide and support others as well. It feels like a calling.

Come with an open mind and a clear intention. A reading works best when you are open to guidance and ready to reflect on the insights provided. Please don't be afraid of the imagery on the tarot, and remember that nothing is set in stone. Sometimes being aware of the current trend of something enables you to side step and issue.