Trust Psyche Podcast | Archetypal Astrology & Depth Psychology

A Conversation with Jessica DiRuzza and James Socci

In Episode 26 of Trust Psyche Podcast, Jessica DiRuzza, MFT has a conversation with James Socci. The two dialogue and question the story and meaning of Chiron, The Wounded Healer; themes of suffering, pain, and loss; what healing looks like; how User Experience applies to re-branding Trust Psyche; and their long-time friendship.

Check out the incredible work of James Socci, the mastermind behind our rebranding campaign:

I am a user, researcher, and facilitator for Amplified by Design. I collaborate with teams to help them better understand their customers’ needs and implement data-insights to create and improve services, products, and systems.

Additionally, I facilitate workshops and rituals, providing a structure to meaningfully experience some of the big stuff of life and to connect and play with what it means to be a human. I have been facilitating group work for over 14 years and believe in the power of intentional space for discovery, expression, connection, and creativity.

I've lived many lives. Previously I was a bartender working under one of the most respected authors and bartenders in the spirits world, Jeffery Morgenthaler, and a finalist in one of the most prestigious cocktail competitions in the U.S., Bombay Sapphire's Most Imaginative Bartender Competition. Before that, I worked at Esalen Institute as the executive assistant to the CEO and helped found the Integral Leadership Program.

The Joy of Astrology with Matthew Stelzner

In episode 25, I talk with my dear friend and brilliant astrologer, Matthew Stelzner. We dive into the joy of astrology and the joy of being professional astrologers. We also discuss the joy of watching the night sky and our love of sacred astronomy. Matthew is one of my favorite people to talk to about astrology, metaphysics, being human, and life.

Matthew Stelzner is a San Francisco-based professional intuitive guide and teacher, working with both astrology and tarot for 25 years. He also worked for many years as a professional facilitator and trainer of Holotropic Breathwork. As a group leader for workshops and trainings offering that method, he held space for people doing very powerful work in expanded states of consciousness. His combined experiences in these two main areas of work, along with his training in counseling psychology, have lead to a unique approach to working with clients that is all about trusting the healing force within each person to lead the way. His intuitive readings bring him so much happiness and gratitude, and he feels blessed to have had many magic experiences working with clients deeply committed to their own psychospiritual growth. He has a YouTube channel where he regularly publishes content on the joy of astrology and his website is matthewstelzner.com

Transit Astrology

In episode 24, Jessica shares her daily spiritual practice of transit analysis for helping her make meaning and navigate her life.

Sign up for her upcoming course Transit Astrology: The Art of Living at trustpsyche.com/transit-astrology. This course can be taken live via Zoom on April 11th for 8 weeks, or as a recorded version delivered in June. Sign up for either with an early bird discount until February 24th.

The Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn: Joy and Sorrow

Hello Everyone! I am proud to share with you my daughter, Luce Sophia DiRuzza. Luce was born in October as a Libra. As you can imagine, she has quite the powerful birth chart and quite the powerful entry into this world. She is fiercely sweet, loves music and dancing, has a wonderful sense of adventure, and loves to express herself—fully.  We are all doing very well and loving our time together as a new family.

In light of this Solstice, which was Saint Lucie’s Day before the calendrical reform (now it is on December 13^th), and this incredible alignment of Jupiter and Saturn as the Star of Bethlehem, I want to release my podcast episode 23 of Stream—The Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn: Joy and Sorrow.

This Stream is a real gem. Luce was inside of me when I shared my insights on this planetary alignment. She of course is born with the great conjunction, and I have the square natally. I think that with our combined energies—Luce, me, and the Cosmos—we were able to channel something precious.

So in honor of this Great Conjunction, the Solstice, and Luce, I share with you Stream 23.

I hope you enjoy listening.  I look forward to being with you in the New Year for New Beginnings. Luce has given me so much and there is so much to say.

Blessings of light to you.

The Symbiosis of Saturn & Uranus in Our Times

In episode 22, Jessica DiRuzza and Christina Hardy have a rich conversation on the Saturn-Uranus cycle of time and how it relates to our current moment (closing song: Travis DiRuzza plays Don't Stop by Fleetwood Mac).

The Great Conjunction: Jupiter and Saturn

Episode 21. The Great Conjunction is the coming together of two old friends - Jupiter and Saturn. This planetary alignment occurs once every 20 years. Right now, as you look to the southeast after sunset in the northern hemisphere, you will see these two magnificent celestial bodies, known as the Star of Bethlehem. We have cherished our time in viewing these two old friends in the night sky, night after night, here on our little island of Siesta Key in the Gulf of Mexico. Jupiter and Saturn will be visible to us in their conjunction until April of 2021 (began January 2020). This episode of Stream shares our understanding of Jupiter and Saturn. We hope you enjoy, old friend.

Soul Purpose, Creativity & Wholeness Weaving

In episode 20, Jessica DiRuzza, MFT and Michelle Anne Hobart, SEC, AMFT have a sacred conversation exploring Soul Purpose Astrology, Creativity, and Wholeness Weaving on Stream 20. To find out more about the upcoming online course with Michelle and Kyle Buller, check out http://www.settingsunwellness.com/new-products/awakeninghealers.

 

Michelle is a Spiritual Emergence Coach, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, holistic wellness educator, and multi-modality intuitive. She supports those who are awakening into their gifts to be fully seen, held, and honored in the ways they are co-creating with the Universe in this time of transformation. Michelle offers Akashic Record Insight & Healing, Soul Purpose Astrology, Chakra Balancing, and Spiritual Emergence Coaching to help people align to their mission, reconnect to their reSourcing, and bring their unique gifts out into the world.

 

Michelle's Website: www.creatingsacredspacewithmichelle.com

 

The Chariot: Venus Retrograde, Chiron & the Asteroids

In episode 19, Jessica and Travis DiRuzza discuss the Chariot, Venus Retrograde, Chiron & the Asteroids.

Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness and Astrology

Episode 17. At a time when we are each facing so many challenges and difficult circumstances, it can be helpful to understand trauma as part of the human experience. In a real talk discussion about love, astrology, trauma-sensitive mindfulness, friendship, purpose, and the current situation with COVID-19 & shelter in place, Jessica DiRuzza and David Treleaven share their perspectives on being human in the world right now. David and Jessica are both trained as psychotherapists and have been colleagues for over a decade. Join them as they have a meaningful and intimate conversation as two friends and professionals. 

David Treleaven, PhD, is a writer and educator working at the intersection of mindfulness and trauma. He is the author of the acclaimed new book Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness (W. W. Norton), and founder of the Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM) Community — a group committed to setting a standard of care within mindfulness-based practices, interventions, and programs. Through workshops, keynotes, podcasts, and online education, David focuses on offering mindfulness providers with the knowledge and tools they require to meet the needs of those struggling with trauma. He is passionate about connecting his audience with on-the-ground experts, and is closely engaged with current empirical research to inform best practices. Find his work at davidtreleaven.com.

Jessica DiRuzza, MFT, is a licensed psychotherapist, astrologer, and teacher. You can learn more about her and find her work at trustpsyche.com.

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Mars-Jupiter-Saturn-Pluto

In episode 16, Jessica invites Travis DiRuzza onto the podcast to discuss the current Mars-Jupiter-Saturn-Pluto alignment and its relevance for personal and collective themes, such as karma, ancient time, responsibility, incarnation, the current political scene, coronavirus, and the Star of Bethlehem.