Edith Hathaway Astrology Services
Edith Hathaway is an international astrology consultant based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in practice since 1980 with 45 years of experience. She is among very few astrologers certified to advanced levels in both Western and Vedic (Jyotish) astrology, holding NCGR Level IV, Master Astro*Carto*Grapher, and the CVA's highest Vedic title, Jyotish Brihaspati. Her specialisms include Vedic timing techniques, relocation, mundane astrology, and biographical chart analysis. A strong fit for clients who want a high-credential reading drawing on both traditions, or who need precise Vedic timing work. She has consulted internationally for over four decades. Website: edithhathaway.com.
About
Edith Hathaway holds NCGR Level IV certification as Consulting Astrologer (1989), Master Astro*Carto*Grapher certification from Jim Lewis (1988), Jyotish Kovid from the Indian Council of Astrological Sciences (1996), CVA Jyotish Visharda and CVA Jyotish Kovid from the American Council of Vedic Astrology (2010), Jyotish Brihaspati from CVA (2012, its highest title), and Jyotisha Mahasagara from the Raman and Rajeswari Research Foundation, Bangalore (2013). She was a founding member of the American Council of Vedic Astrology (1993) and has served as faculty and board member of both the American Council and the American College of Vedic Astrology since 1992. Her primary Vedic influence was the late Chakrapani Ullal; she trained in locational astrology under Jim Lewis. She has lectured at UAC 2018, ISAR 2016, Kepler College, and major international conferences, contributing to panels on US presidential elections and mundane astrology. Her book In Search of Destiny received the Eric Hoffer Book Award in Nonfiction E-book (2013) and was a San Diego Book Awards finalist.
Readings
Forecast / Transits / Progressions / Solar Return, Birth Chart, Relocation / Astrocartography
Forecast / Transits / Progressions / Solar Return
Useful if you want to know what is coming up in your life and when to act, wait, or prepare.
Birth Chart
A good starting point if you want to understand yourself better. Your patterns, strengths, and what drives you.
Relocation / Astrocartography
Useful if you are considering moving to a new city or country and want to understand how different places might affect your life.
Strengths
Spiritual / Karmic / Life Purpose, Timing & Cycles, Crisis & Transitions
Spiritual / Karmic / Life Purpose
Good if your questions are about life purpose, soul direction, or why certain patterns keep repeating.
Timing & Cycles
Good if you want to know when something is likely to happen or when to make your move.
Crisis & Transitions
Good if you are going through a major change or a difficult period and need perspective.
Approach
Vedic / Jyotish, Modern Western
Vedic / Jyotish
A traditional Indian system with different methods and often a stronger focus on timing and life events.
Modern Western
The most common approach. Focuses on who you are, your patterns, and how you can grow.
Session Types
Video, Phone
Video
You speak with the astrologer face to face over video. The most interactive format.
Phone
A live session by phone. Same as video but without the camera.
Languages
English
Location
Santa Fe, NM, United States
Website
Experience
45 years
Typical Price Range
Astrology Schools
Kepler College, British Association for Vedic Astrology (BVA), Other / Non-listed / Lineage-based training
School Notes
Formal training and certification in Western astrology via NCGR (Level IV, 1989). Trained in Astro*Carto*Graphy under Jim Lewis (1988). Vedic training leading to Jyotish Kovid (ICAS, 1996) and dual CVA qualifications (2010). Faculty and board member of the American Council and American College of Vedic Astrology since 1992. Lectured at Kepler College (International Astrology Day 2020).
Credentials
NCGR (National Council for Geocosmic Research), American Council of Vedic Astrology (ACVA), Other / Non-listed
Credential Notes
NCGR Level IV Consulting Astrologer (1989). Master Astro*Carto*Grapher certification from Jim Lewis (1988). Jyotish Kovid, Indian Council of Astrological Sciences (1996). CVA Jyotish Visharda and CVA Jyotish Kovid, American Council of Vedic Astrology (2010). Jyotish Brihaspati (CVA's highest title, 2012). Jyotisha Mahasagara, Raman and Rajeswari Research Foundation, Bangalore, India (2013). Founding member of the American Council of Vedic Astrology (1993). Eric Hoffer Book Award winner in Nonfiction E-book (2013). San Diego Book Awards Finalist, Spiritual and Inspirational category (2013).
Mentors / Teachers
Other / Non-listed
Mentor Notes
Jim Lewis (founder of Astro*Carto*Graphy) was the confirmed mentor and certifying teacher in locational astrology (1988). The late Vedic astrologer Chakrapani Ullal is cited as a key Vedic influence; Edith wrote a tribute to him at his passing in 2017.
Publications & Media
Books
- Navigating by the Stars: Astrology and the Art of Decision-making (1991)
- In Search of Destiny: Biography, History and Culture As Told Through Vedic Astrology (2012)
- A la recherche du destin (French translation of In Search of Destiny) (2018)
Articles
- 86 articles at edithhathaway.com covering mundane astrology, Vedic timing, politics, biography
- Geocosmic Journal (NCGR spring 2016) (2016)
- Astrologic magazine and journals worldwide
Courses & Teaching
- Audio course on Vedic Ascendant Charts (re-released on mp3 with PDFs) (2015)
Interviews
- Interview with Amata Gioviale Astrologa (YouTube) (2024)
- Interview with Andrew Mason, Netera Alchemy UK
Conferences & Lectures
- UAC 2018 (2018)
- ISAR 2016 (2016)
- Kepler College International Astrology Day (2020)
- FAC 2019 (2019)
21 articles at edithhathaway.com also available in French translation by Patricia Depasse. Lectures available as mp3 and mp4 with PDF at edithhathaway.com web store (18 products as of 2025).