Team Members
Relationships and Astrology was originally founded in the Fall of 2016 by Margaret Gray and Armand Diaz. It is currently run by the team of directors: Margaret Gray, Rachel Lang, Ashley Cooper and Anne Ortelee.
For more information on how Relationships and Astrology started, feel free to listen to this Podcast on Irish Radio.
THE RELATIONSHIPS & ASTROLOGY CENTER TEAM
Margaret Gray
Margaret Gray, MSW., B.A Counselling and Psychotherapy, is a consulting and teaching astrologer and psychotherapist based in Dublin, Ireland, although a part of her heart remains in Hawaii, where she lived for 10 years! Margaret’s work is grounded in a Jungian based psychological approach, integrated with a soul based perspective. Her main focus and interest is in the astrology of Relationships. Margaret was the original co-founder of ‘Relationships and Astrology’ in 2016 with Armand Diaz. More information at astrologypsychological.com
Rachel Lang
Rachel Lang, PMAFA, is a consulting astrologer and author of Modern Day Magic: 8 Simple Rules to Realize your Power and Shape your Life. Rachel is also an elected member of the Ojai City Council in Ojai, CA, and works at the intersection of spirituality and social engagement. Since 2006, she’s been working with individuals and businesses. She writes columns for the Omega Institute and Club Magic Hour and contributes to other publications. An internationally recognized speaker, Rachel leads retreats, teaches classes, and hosts workshops on topics such as Astrology for Creatives, Working with Magic, and Psychic Mediumship Development. She serves on the boards of the National Council for Geocosmic Research and the Economic Development Collaborative of Ventura County, and she is a passionate volunteer for a number of organizations. Rachellang.com
Anne Ortelee
Anne Ortelee is a certified astrologer by ISAR-CAP, AMAFA, NCGR-PAA Level 3 and OPA. She started to study astrology in 1994 and in 2001 became a full-time astrologer. Since May 1995, she’s volunteered for NYC’s NCGR Chapter and other astrology organizations. Anne was the Treasurer of OPA for 7 years. She’s on the Board of the CG Jung Foundation. Since December 1998, Anne’s lectured at astrology conferences including UAC 2012 and 2018. She writes a regular newsletter, offers a New Moon Webinar monthly, twitters daily aspects to 73,000 people and offers three weekly podcasts about astrology. Anne offers daily podcasts, songs and aspects to her Patreon subscribers. She opened an online astrology school in 2022. AnneOrtelee.com
Ashley Cooper - Project Manager
Ashley Cooper is a dedicated astrologer and accomplished project manager, seamlessly integrating over 15 years of experience in administrative and office management. As a fulfilled graduate of Debra Silverman's School of Applied Astrology, she stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of analytical precision and intuitive insight, skillfully weaving these elements together to provide a holistic approach to her project management role. As a multifaceted professional, Ashley is poised to navigate both celestial and corporate realms with unparalleled expertise. Notably, she serves as the Transit Talk Assistant for The Organization of Professional Astrologers (OPA), further showcasing her commitment to the astrological community and her ability to bridge the realms of cosmic wisdom and professional excellence. mtysastrology.com
Yvonne Smith Tarnas (On sabbatical until 2025)
Yvonne Smith Tarnas, Ph.D, MFT, is a psychotherapist and Jungian Analyst member of the C. G. Jung Institute of San Francisco. She practices and teaches an integration of psychotherapy and astrology and has presented her work at several conferences including the North South conference, the Synchronicity: Matter and Psyche symposium, ISAR conference 2016, and British Astrological Association conference 2019. Yvonne has recently taken over the role of co-director of Relationships and Astrology from Armand Diaz. archetypalpsych.com.
GUEST INSTRUCTORS
Carole Taylor
Carole Taylor, MA, FFAstrolS, is an astrological consultant and teacher. Her work is informed by Jungian principles and by studies in mythology, archetypal imagination and Hermeticism. She was formerly President and Director of Studies at the Faculty of Astrological Studies, founder of its online classes programme and an extensive contributor to its course material. She holds an MA in Myth, Cosmology and the Sacred, and is a tutor on the Sophia MA in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology at the University of Wales, Trinity Saint David. Carole is the author of Astrology: Using the Wisdom of the Stars in Your Everyday Life and co-author of Journey Through Astrology. More information at www.caroletaylorastrology.com
Jorge Lancinha
Jorge Lancinha is a Portuguese astrologer based in Porto, Portugal. He holds a degree in Fine Arts and has been studying Astrology and Spiritual Traditions since 2000. Jorge has been a fulltime professional astrologer since 2010. and from 2012, he has been developing training programs in Astrology. His focus is Psychological, with a Jungian Archetypal perspective. Jorge has an ISAR C.A.P. Certification. Exploring the human psyche within the context of spiritual development forms the foundation of his work as a consultant and researcher. Website: Jorge Lancinha - Astrology - Home