Michele Finey / Celestial Insight Astrology Services
Michele Finey is a modern psychological astrologer based in Altona, Melbourne, Australia, with over 45 years of experience. She holds an FAA Diploma in Astrology and advanced diplomas in Hypnotherapy and Professional Writing. Michele is now primarily focused on research and writing rather than personal consultations — if you are looking for a one-on-one reading, this is worth confirming before booking. She is the author of four books including The Test of Time: Exploring Stationary Planets (2022) and Astrology for Storytellers (2025), and she produces a widely used annual Australian Astrology Calendar. Her background in hypnotherapy and mind-body medicine brings a distinctive depth to her psychological approach.
About
Michele began teaching herself astrology in 1980, going on to study with Alan Johnston and at the Melbourne School of Astrology with Sean McNamara. She gained her FAA Diploma in 1985 and later added advanced diplomas in Hypnotherapy and Professional Writing and Editing. She has been a member of the Federation of Australian Astrologers since 1985, and is also a member of the Association of Professional Astrologers, the Cosmic Intelligence Agency (Agent 36), and the NCGR. Her particular interests include mundane astrology, planetary cycles, medical astrology, and mind-body medicine. Her articles have appeared in The Mountain Astrologer, Dell Horoscope, Wellbeing Astrology Guide, the FAA Journal, the NCGR Journal, and Nature and Health, among others. She wrote the Health and Wellbeing Report for Esoteric Technologies' Solar Fire suite (2006). Her books include Secrets of the Zodiac (Allen and Unwin, 2009), The Sacred Dance of Venus and Mars (The Wessex Astrologer, 2012), The Test of Time: Exploring Stationary Planets (2022), and Astrology for Storytellers (2025). She has presented her research throughout Australia, in the US, and via webinar, and produces a free monthly astrology newsletter INsight with over 500 subscribers.
Readings
Forecast / Transits / Progressions / Solar Return, Wellbeing & Lifestyle, Birth Chart
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.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
Good if you want to understand patterns in your energy, health, or emotional cycles through your chart.
Birth Chart
A good starting point if you want to understand yourself better. Your patterns, strengths, and what drives you.
Strengths
Wellbeing Focused, Psychological Insight, Timing & Cycles
Wellbeing Focused
Good if your questions relate to health, energy, or lifestyle patterns.
Psychological Insight
Good if you want depth and self-reflection rather than predictions.
Timing & Cycles
Good if you want to know when something is likely to happen or when to make your move.
Approach
Psychological, Modern Western
Psychological
Focuses on inner life and self-understanding rather than prediction. More like a mirror than a forecast.
Modern Western
The most common approach. Focuses on who you are, your patterns, and how you can grow.
Session Types
Video
Video
You speak with the astrologer face to face over video. The most interactive format.
Languages
English
Location
Altona, Victoria, Australia
Website
Experience
45 years
Typical Price Range
Astrology Schools
Faculty of Astrological Studies (UK)
School Notes
FAA Diploma in Astrology (1985), studied with Alan Johnston and at the Melbourne School of Astrology with Sean McNamara.
Credentials
Federation of Australian Astrologers
Credential Notes
FAA Diploma in Astrology (1985). Also holds advanced diplomas in Hypnotherapy and Professional Writing and Editing. Member of FAA, APA, CIA, and NCGR.
Mentors / Teachers
Mentor Notes
Studied with Alan Johnston and Sean McNamara (Melbourne School of Astrology).
Publications & Media
Books
- Secrets of the Zodiac (2009)
- The Sacred Dance of Venus and Mars (2012)
- The Test of Time: Exploring Stationary Planets (2022)
- Astrology for Storytellers (2025)
Other
- Health and Wellbeing Report (Solar Fire / Esoteric Technologies) (2006)
- Australian Astrology Calendar (annual publication)
Regular contributor to The Mountain Astrologer, Dell Horoscope, Wellbeing Astrology Guide, the FAA Journal, the NCGR Journal, and Nature and Health. First article published in 1985. Monthly newsletter INsight in publication for over 14 years.