The Creative Astrologer: Effective Single Session Counseling

by Noel Tyl

Counseling astrologers can now take advantage of one of the newest and most exciting paradigms in modern psychology: the efficacy of single session therapeutic success. This groundbreaking work is written by Noel Tyl, one of the world's most respected astrologers, adding to his list of twenty-three texts that have informed two generations of astrologers. Over 700 creative connections are offered in this text to guide astrologers through planetary...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1567187404
• ISBN13: 9781567187403
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

A Fresh Approach

Other reviews here have explained the content and value of this book very well. I would add only that this work is important to the practicing astrologer because it does show how to focus on key elements of tension within the chart when a client seeks a consultation. Most people seeking astrological counseling for the first time are in some sort of crisis and need affirmation of and help with their experience. Using many examples that are clearly explained, Mr. Tyl does a superb job of showing how to be as effective as possible without wasting time. This work should be in every astrologer's library.

Useful methods to conduct consultation

This book can be said to be a very useful book for astrological practitioners who want to make the best of limited time for consultation. The title of the book says the "creative" astrologer, since Mr. Tyl believes that neither therapists' credentials (i.e., Ph.D., M.A., and so on) nor experience are not relevant to the effectiveness of therapy. The aim of this book is to instruct how to conduct an effective counseling and provide numbers of applicable examples. If possible, I recommend you to read Basil Fearrington's "The New Way to Learn Astrology" before reading this book. The author of "The New Way-" is a Mr. Tyl's student, who explains Mr. Tyl's theory very clearly. If you read this book first, you can understand easily theoretical background of "The Creative Astrologer~." In his creative counseling, Mr. Tyl emphasizes the importance of thinking deeper into parental influences and persistent tendencies that one have been continuing from childhood. In this sense, he takes much of the effects of transiting Saturn's aspects to Angles and to Saturn (7,14,28-30, 35, 42-45, 60 years old) in the natal chart. Also, he put weight on Moon due to its importance in developmental stage. In the late chapter is like a cookbook filled with his "creative" connections among planets and houses. Although I am not so much interested in the main parts of this book, i.e., case studies of a siingle session and his advice, this book can be of great use for practical use of astrology.

Relevant Astrology That Puts People First

More than any other living astrologer, Noel Tyl has wholeheartedly dedicated himself to the comprehensive blending of the very best that psychotherapy and astrology have to offer. His studies with the psychologists Henry A. Murray and Gordon Allport, the sociologist George Homans, the anthropologist Clyde Kluckhohn, and the theologian Paul Tillich have informed and enriched his perspective. His own vast individual experiences as a businessman, as a global traveller, as an artist and performer, and as the facilitator in thousands of therapeutic sessions with his astrological clients bring overwhelming clarity and credibility to everything he does. He never ceases adding value to the discipline of astrology, steadfastly helping it keep pace with the most sophisticated advances in modern humanistic studies. His influence is truly enormous-- it's fair to say that everyone who connects with a competent, knowledgable astrologer today owes Noel Tyl a debt of gratitude, directly or indirectly. Best of all, Noel Tyl never stops learning and growing, and he has shared the fruits of that ongoing growth in the nearly two dozen books he has authored or edited. In his newest book, The Creative Astrologer, he has expanded his vision of relevant personal astrology to a new, incredibly fulfilling level-- astrology, in his eyes, can immeasurably enrich people's lives as a single-session counseling approach that provides "insight study for self-help assistance," provided that the astrologer approaches this important work with consciousness, compassion, and creativity. In The Creative Astrologer, Tyl not only presents a convincing case for his view of astrology as a therapeutic tool for personal empowerment; he also provides detailed, step-by-step insights into the counseling process, dramatically illustrating his writing with case studies that make the theory a living reality on the page. There's much in this book on the nuances of communication in an astrological counseling session, with specific guidance on questioning techniques, presentation skills, objectification, creative listening, disclosure, and the like. There are solid, sensible tips on relating to client expressions of anger and depression; on discerning needs, feelings, and coping mechanisms; and on doing the necessary astrological preparation prior to meeting the client. Above all, this book is a call for astrologers to make creative connections (hence its title!) with clients and their horoscopes. Tyl notes that "the creative astrologer feels good about life, feels that there is a purpose for developmental tension" and can "relate the horoscope to the life being lived by the client." He admonishes astrologers "to look beyond the obvious; to play astro-detective." And throughout his book, he encourages astrologers to be sensitive in paying attention to their clients, to be competent and ethical, and above all, to think. "Together," Tyl says, "astrologer and cli

A Gift To Us All

I have recently finished reading "The Creative Astrologer" and must say that Noel Tyl has done it again! His well documented examples of how to relate what is suggested in the horoscope to the client (in terms that anyone and everyone can understand) is first class. The information and insights that he shares regarding the discussion of developmental difficulties which one may face in life are an absolute essential for anyone who is dealing with the psychological interpretation of the horoscope. This book provides the reader with a clear understanding of complex life situations and suggests techniques to effectively deal with them in a single counseling session. Within these pages one is shown, by example, how to work with the client and how to convey information in a clear and concise manner. We are provided with wonderful insights into understanding the significance of the client's body language, tone of voice, mode of dress, etc. The knowledge and wisdom that he shares with the reader is a gift to us all.

Creative Astrologer

In his latest book, "The Creative Astrologer", Tyl has expertly linked together astrology symbolism and psychological theory. Although at first view, this might seem like a book specifically aimed to astrologers, schooled in the complex understanding of astrological jargon. But the richness, poignancy of the client presentations makes this book readable and educational for the curious and interested lay person. The psychologically-oriented will also find this an intriguing adventure; replete with verbatim client sessions, eloquently and masterfully demonstrated therapeutic techniques, and an in-depth analysis of how astrology and psychology can work closely together.A masterpiece of material; a first in astrological literature; and presented by a master astrologer and clinician.