Services Available...
Tarot Readings...
Most readings that I do focus on your own personal development: mentally; spiritually and practically - how day to day life, and the situations you have, and will, face reflect on this. Please be aware that I can only give messages received through the cards, and I will always be honest about what they are saying, whether positive or negative, so please think carefully about whether you are prepared for these insights before asking for a reading. Readings will not be provided for those under the age of 18, or for other people.
I take an intuitive approach to tarot, and offer what some call might 'psychic' readings, although it is important to note that I am not a fortune teller; readings should be viewed with respect, treated as spiritual guidance, and should not be booked for entertainment purposes only.
Infrequently, loved ones who have passed over will try to connect through the cards, although this is uncommon, and clairvoyant readings are not offered as a service.
Types of reading available...
Celtic Cross Readings
These readings consist of at least 10 cards, and will give guidance as to your present situation, why the past has brought you to this point in your life, and how the current situation will progress. These readings take approximately 45 minutes.
In-shop: £12 / Webchat reading: £10
Past, Present, Future Readings
These readings consist of at 3 cards, representing the past, present and future; these will give guidance as to how the past has brought you to this point in your life, your present situation, and how the current situation will progress. The 3-card reading will provide an overview of your situation, with advice on how to best proceed with events, and how to best enhance your situation.
In-shop reading: £6.00 / Email reading: £3.50 / Webchat reading: £3.50
Daily Cards
This is a daily service. Each evening I will draw 3 cards for you: a card for the days energies, then the problems encountered, and finally direction to be taken on these issues. These readings are for daily reflection and meditation, if it is thought that anyone begins to view the readings as a 'life guide' or 'daily instruction', the service will be discontinued. A maximum of two people can be accepted for this personal service at any time. This service is provided by email.
One week: £14 / Two weeks: £28 / One month: £56
One card question
As provided with my All Experts service. This will analyse the energies surrounding your question. 'Yes and no' answers, specific dates, numbers and time periods cannot be given, as the tarot does not work in this way. Please provide your name, a detailed question and your date of birth.
Email: £1.50
Elemental Readings
These are only available to people experienced with developing their spiritual faculties. Readings involve exploring how each elemental influence is at work in your life (following the four tarot suits, as Batons with fire, Cups with water, Swords with Air, Coins with earth), exploring how they are currently manifest, any problems encoutered with the particular energy, and direction and channelling needed to incorporate the energy more fully into life. Please speak to me at the shop about the suitability of this type of reading.
In shop: £15.
To book a reading at Hocus, Herbs and Hopes in Liverpool, please send an email, specifying which type of reading you would like, the date you would like to book for, and any preferred time. Weekday appointments can be made by special arrangement only.
Alternatively you can pop into the shop on the day and see if any appointments are left. Payment for in-shop readings can be made on the day.
For webchat readings, please email the type of reading you would like, and times you are available. online readings can be paid for through PayPal, A payment address will be sent to you once the booking has been made.
Regretably, Celtic Cross email readings are no longer available.
Workshop Series:
Prehistoric Ritual and Religion
During this course we will cover the ritual aspects of each prehistoric period, (including the Palaeolithic, the Mesolithic, Neolithic and Iron Age) investigating how we can reconstruct religious beliefs and world view through the use of artifacts, monuments and ethnographic studies. The relevance of these practices today will also be discussed, as well as the links between prehistoric practices, ancient sites and modern Paganisms.
Tarot Workshop Series:
Session 1: An Introduction to Tarot.
This workshop is aimed at complete beginners, acting as an introduction to the tarot pack and its symbolism. The individual cards will be explored, and interpretation will be discussed in terms of tarot suits, elements and numerology. We will also learn some grounding and cleansing techniques which is a very important part of tarot use which is often ignored or trivialised! This session will run for 2.5 to 3 hours.
Session 2: Reading with Tarot.
This workshop is suitable for those who have taken the Introductory workshop, or feel that they are already up to this point of study. This session will act as an introduction to shuffling and cutting the cards, tarot spreads (Celtic Cross; 3 card spread), Q&A (modifiers, reversals and more), techniques for enhancing intuitive reading skills, and grounding and cleansing part 2. This session will run for 2.5 to 3 hours.
13 Week Tarot Course
This 13 week course is intended for beginners as an introduction to the Tarot. We will cover all of the cards, looking at the Major Arcana as a journey of life progression, and also how the numbers channel the energy of each suit for the Minor cards. Each week we will look at two numbers. Reading techniques, spreads and ethics will also be covered. This course is intended to provide a working knowledge of the cards, but to also develop your intuitive abilities whilst working with the Tarot, and practical activities will be included in each session to aid this.
A certificate of completion is availbel for all those attending a minimum of 10 sessions, with additional information added about any optional assessments you choose to undertake, which can include: a 3 card tarot reading; a Celtic Cross reading, and additonally a 1500 word essay for those wishing to deepen their understanding of the subject. It must be noted that nationally accepted tarot qualifications are not available, so these certificates will not be formal qualifications, but will reflect your abilities and what you have acheived during your study.
Either, or both tarot workshop sessions can be taken. The cost is £15 for one workshop, or £25 for both (per person) if taken together. 12 places are available for each session, if a minimum number of 6 people attend a session, the price per person will be reduced. Students, pensioners and people in receipt of benefits will be charged the reduced rate of £10 for one session, or £15 for both (proof required).
All of the above workshops will be held in Liverpool at Hocus, Herbs and Hopes, although internet based versions are also envisaged for the future.
Please email to register interest for these workshops, to receive updates on event dates, or for more information.
Workshops can be run for organised groups in other areas of the country by special arrangement.
Day Trips.
The Archaeology of North Wales
The north-west region of Wales is brimming with history, ranging from the megalithic tombs of the Neolithic, to the astounding settlements of the Welsh Iron Age. During these day trips I hope to take you to see some of the best archaeological monuments in the area, whilst explaining their history and meaning. A coach will be leaving from Liverpool, with additional pick-up points along the way to North Wales. Alternatively, people are able to meet us at the sites themselves if preferred.
Archaeological Surveying Methods.
A basic introduction to the range of methods used by archaeologists to survey ancient sites and monuments, followed by an afternoon of putting the theory into practice in the field! To take place in either North Wales, or the Lake District.