Today we’d like to introduce you to Debra Dellasala.
Hi Debra, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
My relationship with tarot began as a teenager. I was a casual reader, trying to interpret the complex symbols and hidden messages in the cards. I would often get frustrated and give up, only to find myself buying another deck a few years later. Finally, in 2015, when I was going through an especially tumultuous period in my life, I picked up the tarot again as a way to gain a measure of understanding and healing within my circumstances. This time it felt different. I now had enough life experience under my belt to comprehend the layered meanings and stories hidden within the cards. I began using my deck every day, recording my readings in a journal. In hindsight, it’s clear to me that I was finally emotionally ready to dive into the depths with the cards. As time went by, I began reading for close friends and family, mostly as a way to test my abilities. In 2018 an acquaintance invited me to do readings at a public event they were hosting. My first instinct was to decline. I never pictured myself as someone who could read tarot for the general public, especially because I had developed such a personal relationship with the cards. After receiving encouragement from many of my friends, I finally said yes to doing the event. That decision kicked off a journey I never expected to take but has enriched my life in so many ways. I started offering private readings at a metaphysical shop and attending public events. At one of these events, I met a DJ from a local radio station. They enjoyed their reading so much, it eventually led to me providing weekly readings for their listeners for almost 2 years. In 2018, I began studying reiki, eventually completing the 3rd level classes. In the spring of 2021, I enrolled in The Wild Woman Project’s Circle Leader training, where I learned how to facilitate new moon gatherings. It was also at this time that I was asked to teach a beginners tarot class at the shop where I was offering private readings. I created a three-part tarot class that I have been teaching ever since. In 2023, I met the owner of Mount Rose Center (formally Sault Haus) in Hopewell, NJ. I offered my tarot classes there, which eventually led to the creation of a monthly tarot share gathering, which is open to anyone who is interested in working with the cards-no experience is necessary. Today, I conduct readings and reiki healing sessions for private clients. I also provide readings at public and private events, along with facilitating the monthly tarot share and monthly new moon circles.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
This road has definitely had its share of twists and turns! There have been plenty of wins and a few losses, too. But the triumphs far outweigh any tragedies. One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced is being pushed WAY out of my comfort zone. I’m an introvert by nature and usually fairly cautious. But I quickly realized that if I wanted to make this work, I would have to take some wild chances and hope for the best. It’s a lot like diving into the deep end of the pool for the first time. You just have to jump in and trust that you’ll be okay. Ultimately, taking the risks has been so rewarding because I’m finally in alignment with what I am truly meant to be doing. It’s allowed me to grow and learn so much about myself and human nature in general. It’s taught me how to trust my inner guidance and to listen to what my heart is telling me, even if it doesn’t make sense in the moment.
With all of that being said, times have changed a great deal since I started doing this. There are new obstacles being raised, both in my personal life and in the world at large. These challenges have taught me the value of pulling back, giving myself the space to look at the bigger picture, then recalibrate where needed. I’ve found that it’s often better to take a break, rather than always trying to push through the difficult moments. Overall, it’s a delicate dance of holding on to who you are at the core while being open to new ideas and experiences.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
The bulk of my work involves providing tarot readings and reiki sessions to my clients. In addition, I co-facilitate monthly new moon circles and run a monthly tarot share at a local wellness center in Hopewell. My goal is to provide my clients with an opportunity to gain deeper wisdom about themselves and lean into their soul’s purpose in this life. I consider it an honor and privilege to help people discover how to navigate their world from a place of empowerment and expansion.
This is what clients can expect when they work with me. First, I will spend time getting to know them and their specific needs. Building a relationship with my clients is of the utmost importance to me. I want them to feel comfortable and know that they will receive a reading or healing session that is personally tailored to them. Next, I want my clients to understand that our time together will be an interactive experience. I love when my clients ask questions and provide feedback. It helps me to better understand their situation and give them the guidance that is most beneficial for them. Last, my desire is to offer my clients a safe space where they can find healing and clarity. I want my clients to walk away from their session with food for thought and the information they need to make better informed decisions about their lives. All of this comes from a deep desire to be of service and help people find their way through whatever circumstances they may be facing.
What would you say have been one of the most important lessons you’ve learned?
The most important lesson I’ve learned is that people have much more in common than they believe. I work with individuals from all walks of life. Every single one of them have the same core desires. To develop healthy, fulfilling relationships. To do work that is meaningful and allows their natural talents to shine. To discover their purpose in life and then pursue that purpose with passion. To have their basic needs met so they can feel safe and secure. To meet life’s challenges and make decisions that will show them how they can not only survive but thrive. It’s extremely gratifying to assist people in finding the answers to these questions as well as the inner strength to move forward towards the life they are meant to live.
Contact Info:
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