Tina Marie

I very much enjoyed my Skype session with Karen Smith, which I requested after I discovered that I am currently experiencing my Chariklo Return.  Karen is well-versed in the subject of Chariklo, a relatively newly discovered heavenly body, named for the wife of Chiron.  The reading was wonderful.  Karen validated what I think is going on in my life right now, how this energy is manifesting (and in what sector of my chart), and how I can use this energy to meet the challenges I am currently facing.  She helped me learn more about this placement in my natal chart as well as its relationship to the current transits and what a Chariklo Return means to me personally.  We discussed other transits and I felt that this was a more than productive use of my time, especially as the year is just beginning and I am gearing up for an intense ride at that.  I highly recommend Karen – noted astrologer and a dear person with whom it was a real pleasure to speak and compare notes.  Having had many readings in my life, I am used to various styles.  Karen’s is warm and collaborative, so the conversation flows nicely and still we managed to uncover several important points along the line for me to consider as I embark on this year’s journey.  Affordable, informative and delightful – what could be better?  Give her a listen and you’ll be glad you made the time.

California, 2020.

Rosalie Thomas

The session I had with you was unforgettable… gentle and sensitive. You explained the process very well which reassured and relaxed me. I would definitely wish to experience that again- wonderful!

Edinburgh, 2013.

Adrian Bain

You gave me and extra valuable insight into my inner self (the real me). I left your therapy room with a renewed sense of vigour, vitality, and self-purpose.

Edinburgh, 2013.

Lindsey Coates

I have attended several of Karen’s Moon lodges and it’s so hard to define the magic that Karen facilitates at these sessions. She holds a safe space for sharing and sisterhood – weaves astrological insight, mythology and shamanic practice into a gorgeous two hours.

Each one I’ve been to has involved a shamanic journey. Karen’s voice and guided journeys are powerful and always result in me returning home with another part of me unearthed, things released and learnings facilitates. And I always have a magnificent nights sleep.

Canterbury, 2019.

Leonora Sanchez

Having an astrological reading with you, it’s been a gentle eye opening-

by giving me a sense of appreciating the placement of planets and degrees within my birth chart, and teaching me that there is nothing negative or sinister about them— on the contrary, they are great assets- gives me the opportunity to be truly me. And by your reading you showed me that ‘diamonds are birthed in the dark’. Thank you.

Medina, London, 2020.

Sarah Bullock, MA

I approached Karen for a 1:1 skype astrology session after reading her incredible blog post on Lilith, her writings speaks volumes to me.

Karen is both insightful and very knowledgeable on her subjects, her readings clear, precise and FULL of deep information different to any astrology reader I have had before.  Karen’s method of reading whilst current is seeped in the history of myth and astrology, the linking with asteroids and mythological characters that feature in our star system and my chart resonated deeply enabling me to have many ‘ah hah’ moments as they highlighted challenges I have faced and current questions I am facing.

I thoroughly recommend Karen as an astrologer and wouldn’t hesitate to seek her wisdom again for myself.

Sussex, UK, 2020.

Scarlet Ainsley

Thank you so much for your reading last week, you’ve given me so much to think about. Several aspects of my life make so much more sense now – and I’m looking forward to working constructively in these areas instead of battling against them.

I’m astonished that you identified a turning point in my life with such accuracy (month and year) – I’d privately thought that it had marked a change for me but that you saw it in the charts confirmed it. I’m looking forward to the future now and my current feelings about being ‘stuck’ make more sense.. Thank you for the advice about self-care and new areas for me to consider. I look forward to more readings with you..

U.K, May 2020.

Sarah Lane

I had a very insightful, informative and inspiring chart reading with Karen last week (via zoom). Karen is a highly intuitive and approachable person who led me through my chart and offered me many insights into several areas of my life. Karen also allowed me to understand the significance of my Chiron return and how to approach it with gratitude. I was also extremely inspired after my reading to begin planning a creative project which I had previously hesitated about pursuing. Overall it was lovely to connect with Karen and I would highly recommend having a reading with her.

U.K, January 2021.

Joshua Monje

The astrology session I had with Karen was a first for me. Her pedagogical nature and her open-mindedness immediately established a sense of trust and transparency. I am most grateful for her insight, and am convinced that the takeaways from my session will allow me to add another layer of reflection with regards to my life decisions in the years to come.

France, January 2021.

Samira Heshmati

I had a reading with Karen a few months ago. I am still gathering valuable information from that reading. She recorded it for me and I have gone back to listen to it multiple times to unpack all the gold.  Karen has a way of gathering the astrological information and blend it in intuitively with the person she is reading for. I felt so validated and seen through the reading. She asked great questions, which enabled me to really participate in unlocking the gifts. Thank you! 

California, February 2021.

Kenlyn Kolleen

I found Karen serendipitously online and immediately booked a reading to find out where the divine feminine goddesses and energies show up in my astrological chart. Wow! Karen connected so many dots between the work I do in the world and these celestial bodies. Seeing my chart and naming the connections supported a new vision to come through for my next offering. I’m so grateful and highly recommend a reading with Karen.

California, September, 2021.

Mary Jo Bull

If your followers are even vaguely considering a reading with you, I am here to strongly encourage them to do so. My time with you revealed so much, I’m still processing it three weeks later. You are really gifted, Karen, in that you draw from shamanic and mythos and archetype and gnostic wells of knowledge—you synthesize those disparate realms to paint a deeply profound picture for your client. Your prices are reasonable even without a discount and you are very generous with your time. I hope followers will take the plunge with you!

February 2022.

Rachel Cheer

I approached Karen for a natal chart reading- I am a curious novice in all things related to astrology.

We had a Zoom, and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect however Karen was very patient in answering all of my questions and explaining things at a basic level for me.

It was an emotional experience, utterly fascinating and quite mind expanding!

I would recommend Karen to help you as she is so knowledgeable, very friendly, and gentle with the information she presents.

Brilliant experience.

March 2022.

Andreea Bradu

The astrological session with Karen was powerful, profound and very inspiring. Her passion for her work, her integrity and dedication, her deep and gentle feminine holding, her wonderful ability to truly listen, her knowledge and strong connection with the mythological sphere of understanding and the astrological archetypal realm has enriched so much  the exploration space and brought forth many valuable insights, supporting the process of healing.

I do recommend anyone who wishes to gain a deeper understanding about their birthchart and the myths embedded in it, to have a session with Karen.

Thank you, Karen, the session was a delight.

Andreea Bradu- Musician, Artist, Astrologer, Medicine Woman.
August 2022.

Timothy

Karen was able to facilitate the most sacred of alchemy for me: the ability to confront the darkest aspects of myself safely. In a spirit of absolute trust and safety I was able to access fear-based energies at a deep level and confront them. She has changed my life with her light.

Edinburgh, October 2022

Esther Lohneis

I had an astrology reading with Karen where we looked at different charts she had drawn up including the sun sign one, solar chart for the coming year and one which included asteroids which gave a much broader and more detailed set of astrological interpretations than I have ever experienced before.  Karen’s wide knowledge of cosmology & myth / archetypes informed my reading to such an extent that I actually felt seen properly for the multi-layered person (& soul) that I am.  Her recommendations on follow-ups I could do to expand on the information she gave me have proven to be very relevant to my life, both historically and currently.  If you want to go beneath the surface and understand yourself & your life path some more, Karen is the astrologer you need to go to.  This reading has so much relevance for where I find myself right now and I have also gained a larger perspective on where I have been.  Thank you Karen, I am so grateful for your care, sensitivity and grounded knowledge which taken altogether have delivered me a knockout reading!

England, UK. August 2023

Sharyn Moore

I found Karen through her Gnostic Woman Blog , (quite by chance), and was immediately curious about having a reading after seeing her pieces on ancestral astrology, and the asteroid goddesses Vesta/Hestia and Lilith. I am so glad I followed my intuition when it came to having a reading. I found Karen’s approach to an astrology reading very refreshing. She didn’t predict my future or interpret the symbols and aspects using simplified constructs found in ‘key-word’ astrology. Karen shared her extensive knowledge of mythology with an invitation to explore the wisdom of what these age old stories held for me, thus giving me a new perspective to reflect on. I am so grateful for the emergent experience that Karen offered and her sage counsel on finding the answers within. I have no hesitation in recommending her.

Sharyn Moore, Western Australia.

Suzanne Corbie, January 2024

My consultation with Karen was immensely helpful and supportive in identifying and articulating a long standing issue that I finally feel able to confront. I now  have greater clarity to move forward with a greater understanding of how I arrived where I am and where I need to focus. I also found Karen was able to hold my own vulnerability in such exploration, with strength and kindness. I am incredibly grateful for the time that I spent with her. I have known many astrologers and readers and it is rare I recommend, but I highly recommend Karen to anyone searching for self exploration and clarity.