The world is full of distractions, temptations, and unavoidable demands. All of which take us away from our bodies and our purpose. Within competition for our attention, and manufactured desires, it's easy to lose even a clear sense of self, or meaning in life.

It takes immense courage and integrity to resist giving in to despair and nihilism in the face crisis and adversity, and to remain anchored in our bodies and values every day. Finding the motivation, energy, and time for self-care and nurturing nourishing relationships requires that we becomes stewards of the sovereignty of those dear ones, the more-than-human world, and the other humans we share the Earth with. In our current world finding and expression our authenticity demands bravery.

That's what my consultations are for. To help you remember who you are, so you can get back to the BASICS.

Bravery.
Authenticity.
Sovereignty.
Integrity.
Courage.
Stewardship.

From these basics, embodied empowerment and grounded growth follow naturally. While a consultation can't miraculously wash your dishes, or end late-stage capitalism, coming to a place of better understanding who you are, and of the time and purpose at hand, can help you to feel:

• extra confidence in pursuing your goals
• greater acceptance of the process of paying your dues, building your skills
• pleasantly patient while working toward your next big opportunity
• an added sense of pride and accomplishment in what you're achieved so far
• more clarity about your gifts and strengths
• more optimism about your ability to overcome obstacles

A consultation isn't just a hype session. It's a chance for you to be witnessed without judgment, and to receive honest (and oracular) reflections. Over the years the catch-phrases I've used to describe the work have changed - tuning it to your synchronicity frequency, embodied empowerment and grounded growth, back to BASICS... But they all point to the same thing: the absolute magic that it knowing and believing in yourself.

My Favorite Work

I love helping people find the thread of continuity in their personal development and evolution. It gives me true joy to hear about the dreams, once tucked away, that are increasingly asking to be heard, and lived. Whether that's a career change, coming out, moving overseas, or giving yourself permission to commit to an un-monetized hobby. I'm here for it. I'm here for you.

It's an honor and gift to be able to do the work that I do. So I thank you here for your interest, and your trust - if I get the opportunity to meet you.

There are two ways you can get a consultation with me. For most folks that's through this website, or directly through my acuity calendar. But if you're local to, or headed through, the Olympia area, you can find me at Radiance Herbs & Massage on Thursdays where you're welcome to drop-in for a quick session. Or even just pop in to say hello.

I accept cash, Venmo, and PayPal for in-person walk-ins at Radiance. You get a special local/IRL discount!

Online Sessions

All sessions with Bear are conducted via Zoom by default. If you prefer to use Signal or Discord, reach out to make arrangements before booking.

If the session is through Zoom, you'll have the option to record on your own device. (No need to wait for a link to be emailed!)

A couple of years ago I started an experiment with mini Zoom session follow-up in lieu of a post-session email. Think of it as included in the cost of the original session price, or as a complimentary bonus, as you prefer. Either way it's about 20-minutes, totally optional, but highly recommended. In the follow-up session you can review progress with remediation, check in about any results for elections, or clarify anything you've been pondering since then.

You are welcome to email me if you prefer. Just know that I'm best in real-time and in-person, and you'll get the fastest response by "popping into my office".

Sliding-Scale Sessions

I continue to offer sliding-scale sessions as I always have. It's important to me to make sessions as accessible as I can. I also occasionally open up pay-by-donation or dana-only sessions (as I can). They're right there on my booking page - no special hidden link or anything.

Book Your Session Here

You can book on my calendar right from this page!

Rescheduling, Cancellations, and Refunds

Rescheduling Policy

Sessions can be rescheduled up to 48-hours in advance via the link in the confirmation email.

If it's less than 48 hours from your session time and something has come up, just email me at: consults@bearryver.com as soon as possible. While it's generally not an issue to reschedule after that window, it is possible that you may have to wait a few weeks for the next open session.

I reserve the right to charge a $35 administrative fee if there's repeated late reschedules. It's never happened, but it's here in the T&C's.

Cancellation Policy

Sessions can be cancelled up to 48-hours before the session start time via the link in the confirmation email.

• Regular cancellations must be made more than 7-days in advance of the schedule session start time and are eligible for a refund*.
• Short-notice cancellations need to be made more than 48-hours in advance , and are eligible for a partial refund*.
• Last-minute cancellations made less than 48-hours in advance are not eligible for a refund.

*Refunds are less processing fees, see below.

Refund Policy

Any refunds issued are less processing fees, those will vary depending on which payment processor you chose. Usually those are under 4%.

Additional fees are withheld for short notice and last minute cancellations and reflect work already begun and/or the ability to offer that session time to another client.

• Regular cancellations are eligible for a 100% refund less processing fees.
• Short notice cancellations are eligible for a 70% refund less processing fees.
• Last-minute cancellations are not available for a refund.
• Missed appointments are not eligible for a refund. However, you may request a code to reschedule.
• Once served, sessions are not eligible for a refund.

Recording Sessions

A couple of clients have asked about session recordings. While it's not essential to have a recording of your session, it's a great idea for a lot of reasons.

Because of costs associated with storing and transferring huge files, my preference is for you to record the session on your own device - if that's possible. You don't have to wait. I Bear don't have to play musical terabytes. Win-win, right?

If it's not possible - you only have a phone or tablet, etc. - and you'd like a recording, that's a-okay. I can record for you. However, you'll need two things in order to get the recording:

1. You'll need to use the follow-up session link to schedule a little windo to pop into my office and ask for the recording.
2. You'll need somewhere to store the video, as I won't keep it after I transfer it to you.

Please Note:

This Bear doesn't bite! I'm a person like you, too. If something comes up, just reach out. I'm committed to being of service and building reciprocal relationships of trust. I'm happy to work with if you just reach out.

Book Your Session

Sessions can also be booked via my scheduler here: bearryver.as.me

Questions?
Email: consults@bearryver.com

Learn More about My Work

Making sure you've found a great fit for your astrology consultation is important. Checking testimonials, bio, and certifications is one thing you might want to consider.

You can learn more about my certifications and training, my background, and what prior clients have to say about me with the links below.

Bear Ryver is a professional astrologer helping his clients hone strategies for grounded growth and embodied empowerment by bringing them back to the BASICS. Winner of OPA’s Most Promising Astrologer in 2018, Bear has lectured at conferences like NORWAC and ISAR. He holds certifications in Hellenistic, Electional, and Horary astrology, and specializes in Intersectional Astrology. He was a teacher for the Portland School of Astrology, and has volunteered as a mentor for AFAN. When he’s not talking stars, or pulling cards, you can find him climbing rocks and playing guitar.