About Stephanie Austin

My connection with astrology traces back to a childhood love of astronomy and mathematics. After working as a caseworker, Medicaid fraud investigator, and natural foods chef, plus many solo backpacking trips and travels to Europe and Asia, I began studying astrology in 1985 while obtaining a Master's degree in Consciousness Studies, a fascinating combination of psychology, philosophy, religion, and the new physics.

Other experiences and studies which have been important in my development: many years of inner work via Primal Therapy, Rosen Method bodywork, Aikido, A Course in Miracles, Tibetan Buddhism, Sufism, Santo Daime, Shamanic studies with Jose and Lena Stevens, John Milton, and Michael Harner, almost dying in Nepal, Ecopsychology and vision fast training at the School of Lost Borders, practitioner training at the California Flower Essence Society, a four year Teacher Training program with Leslie Temple Thurston, Jungian dreamwork, and meditation retreats with Leilah Be, Adyashanti, and Matt Kahn. 

Some of my personal strengths include: sensitivity and compassion, a love of learning, a deep commitment to inner work and waking up, experience with trauma and a knowledge that anything can heal. People often say they feel a sense of peace around me. When not at work, I’m often out in nature, dancing, or doing photography. The photos on this website were taken by me on the Olympic peninsula in Washington state.

In an interview with Steve Bhaerman on his Wiki Politiki Radio Show, I talk about my background and how to thrive in these challenging times. To listen to that podcast, click http://wikipolitiki.com/eco-astrology/ .