1. Which approach do you use?
Ask which astrology tradition and techniques the practitioner uses, what training they have completed, and how they explain their work to a newcomer. A certificate tells you about a course or assessment; ask what it involved rather than treating the label as a guarantee.
You can ask: “I am new to astrology. How would you describe your approach, and what would our first session involve?”
2. What can we cover in one session?
Say what brings you to the consultation and agree on a realistic scope. A general birth-chart introduction is different from a session focused on one area of life. Ask how much time is available for questions.
For career or relationship questions, describe what you want to reflect on without expecting a certain job, partner, or date to be guaranteed. Decide which topics you do not want to discuss.
3. What is the full price?
Confirm the total fee and currency, session duration, preparation, taxes, written notes, recording, and follow-up. Ask whether anything discussed during the session could lead to an optional extra charge.
You can ask: “What will I receive for this price, and can you send the details before I book?” Keep the reply with your booking confirmation.
4. Which birth details do you need?
Ask whether the practitioner needs the date, location, and exact time of birth, and how an approximate or unknown time changes the session. Do not invent a precise birth time to complete a form.
Birth-time rectification is a separate service some practitioners offer. Ask about its method, cost, and limitations before agreeing. Share only the information needed for the service.
5. How will you protect my information?
Ask where your details and any recording will be stored, who can access them, how long they are kept, and how to request deletion. Clarify whether recordings are optional and whether your information goes to outside software or AI services.
You can ask: “Will you record the session or share my chart with anyone? Can we proceed without recording?”
6. What happens if plans change?
Get cancellation, rescheduling, refund, late-arrival, and missed-session terms in writing. Ask what happens if the practitioner needs to cancel or if a technical problem interrupts an online session.
Make sure the booking terms work for you before paying. A directory listing is an introduction; your service agreement is with the practitioner.
7. What is outside your scope?
Ask which questions the practitioner will decline and how they handle uncertainty. Avoid promises of guaranteed outcomes or pressure to buy an urgent remedy. You can pause, decline a service, or leave a conversation.
Astrology is an interpretive practice and is not a substitute for qualified medical, legal, or financial advice. Keep important decisions grounded in appropriate professional support.
A short message you can adapt
Hello, I am considering a first consultation to explore [topic]. Could you explain your approach, the session length and full fee, which birth details you need, and what is included? Please also share your privacy and cancellation terms. I would like time to review the details before booking.
Use the downloadable checklist below to keep the answers together. Clear answers and comfortable boundaries matter more than a pressured decision.
Take your time. Find your fit.
Explore the directory, compare approaches, and reach out when you feel ready.
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