Barbara-Lynn Freed is an astrologer, teacher, and founder of the Center for Transformational Studies. She has practiced as a professional astrologer since 1980 and offers a transformational approach that works with birth charts, outer planet transits, planetary returns, and astro-locality. Her astrology emphasizes evolutionary goals, karmic challenges, soul purpose, major life turning points, and psychological insight. Her broader background includes long-term western esoteric and cross-cultural spiritual study, teaching, and summit speaking in astrology and related fields.