Tarnas Becca

Becca Tarnas (Rebecca Tarnas)

Born: Thu Nov 26 1987, Monterey, United States

Fields: Archetypal astrology, philosophy and religion, depth psychology, imagination studies, and Tolkien scholarship.

Overview

Becca Tarnas, PhD, is a scholar, artist, and counseling astrologer known for bridging archetypal cosmology with the humanities. Her work engages the imaginative life of the psyche in dialogue with history, ecology, and culture, drawing on Jungian and post-Jungian lineages and the participatory, archetypal framework developed by Richard Tarnas and colleagues. She lectures internationally, offers consultations, and teaches accessible, research-informed courses to students at all levels.

Her approach emphasizes careful delineation, ethical practice, and experiential learning. She is widely recognized within the archetypal astrology community for integrative scholarship and clear, compassionate teaching.

Recent projects and work (through Oct 2024)

• Psyche & Cosmos podcast: co-hosted dialogues exploring archetypal astrology, cultural currents, and the contemporary zeitgeist.
• Archetypal Astrology Intensives: multi-week online programs on planetary archetypes, world transits, synodic cycles, and practice-based interpretation with supervised Q&A.
• Public lectures and conference talks: regular appearances at major astrology gatherings and interdisciplinary humanities forums, with new talks premiered each season.
• Editorial and scholarly contributions: continuing involvement with Archai: The Journal of Archetypal Cosmology and allied research networks.
• Tolkien studies: ongoing mythopoetic seminars on The Lord of the Rings, imagination, and creative vision.

News and highlights

• Active annual teaching calendar featuring webinars, masterclasses, and guest lectures announced via her website and social channels.
• Frequent podcast interviews and panel discussions with leading voices in astrology, depth psychology, and the humanities.
• Expanded course offerings on natal and transit technique, planetary cycles, and research methods for correlating historical patterns with world transits.
• Continuing community engagement through live Q&A sessions, reading groups, and collaborative events.

Publications

• Journey to the Imaginal Realm: A Mythopoetic Exploration of The Lord of the Rings (Revelore Press) — a study of Tolkien’s creative imagination and contemporary relevance.
• Articles, interviews, and reviews in Archai and related venues on archetypal astrology, ecology, imagination, and participatory epistemology.
• Short-form essays and announcements published on her website and shared via social media.

Background

• PhD in Philosophy and Religion (concentration in Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness) from the California Institute of Integral Studies; prior B.A. studies in the liberal arts.
• Former editorial leadership with Archai: The Journal of Archetypal Cosmology.
• Integrates counseling practice with scholarship, supporting clients and students in cultivating symbolic literacy and reflective practice.
• Part of the contemporary renaissance of archetypal astrology, contributing to transdisciplinary conversations linking psyche, history, and culture.

Selected topics addressed

• Planetary archetypes and world transits; Saturn–Pluto, Jupiter–Uranus, and Venus cycles.
• Jung, Hillman, Corbin, and the imaginal; myth, symbol, and creativity.
• Tolkien’s creative process, sub-creation, and ecological imagination.
• Method and ethics in counseling astrology; research design in archetypal studies.

Consultations and teaching

Offers one-on-one archetypal astrology consultations (natal, transit, and relationship work), mentorships, and cohort-based courses. Programs emphasize rigorous technique, historical case studies, and embodied, reflective learning suited to both beginners and experienced practitioners.

Social media and web

• Website: beccatarnas.com (essays, course updates, and booking info)
• X (Twitter): @BeccaTarnas
• Instagram: @beccatarnas
• LinkedIn: public profile under “Becca Tarnas, PhD”
• YouTube: official channel under her name with talks, interviews, and excerpts
• Newsletter: sign-up available via her website for events and new releases

Media and appearances

Featured in conference keynotes, plenaries, and podcasts dedicated to astrology, culture, and the imagination, including dialogues with widely recognized hosts in the field. Recordings and schedules are typically announced on her site and social platforms.

Contact

For press, invitations, or consultations, use the contact page on her website. Availability varies seasonally and is posted alongside course announcements.

Note: Details reflect publicly available information up to October 2024; consult official channels above for the latest updates.