Cosmic Inner Work

“Astrology is a Language. If you understand this language, The Sky Speaks to You.”
― Dane Rudhyar

About me

I am Melissa Perez, a Sagittarius Sun and Moon with Aries rising. My connection to astrology was sparked by my grandmother's deep love for ancient wisdom. Although astrology surfaced in and out of my life, it wasn’t until my first reading that I began to truly explore its significance.

The birth of my second son was a turning point, sending me into the depths of postpartum anxiety. It was a reckoning where I came face-to-face with patterns of self-abandonment, catalyzing deep personal transformation. During this time, astrology emerged as a powerful tool for self-reclamation, inviting me to broaden my understanding of my own journey. I learned to truly honor the many women I have been, am, and am yet to be.

As a mother, wife, poet, and Rites of Passage doula, I have surrendered and braved the deep initiations marked by anxiety, grief, loss, and rebirth. These experiences have expanded my capacity to hold the beauty and the heartache of life, allowing me to hold space for the nuances that shape our stories. Rooted in my own process of becoming, I create spaces for deep soul work, honoring your story, integrating its lessons, and inviting you to step into deeper trust - in you and your fullness.

I am also the co-creator of Embodied Mama, where we’ve developed two beautiful decks to support women on their embodiment and motherhood journeys. I hold certifications as a postpartum doula, Self-Holding Method practitioner, breathwork facilitator and intuitive astrologer, alongside over 13 years of theological study. These elements come together in my work, offering a grounded approach to inner work and embodied living.

Astrology, Story Weaving,

Doula Care and Ceremony.

My Offerings

Astrology Sessions

  1. Astrological Natal Session - $200 (75 min)
    In this session, we will explore the natal chart of you or your child, uncovering the unique blueprint and story unfolding through you. By illuminating your strengths, challenges, and potential paths, astrology offers a deeper understanding of your soul's journey, empowering you to navigate life with clarity and confidence. For those with a birth time, I integrate Sabian symbols enriching the exploration of the key themes guiding your life.

  2. Astrological Transit Review Session - $170 (60 min)
    We review current astrological transits to understand the energies influencing your life right now. This session is designed to help you navigate transitions intentionally, allowing you to align with the unfolding narrative of your journey.

  3. 1:1 Consultation for Returning Clients - $150 (60 min)
    These sessions offer a space for returning clients to process transitions, explore patterns, or navigate personal shifts. Whether you need clarity during a change or a moment to check in, we’ll work together to support your journey.

Mama Support Sliding Scale $300-$450 (3 sessions, 90 min each)
A personalized space to support your healing in the postpartum period. These sessions include birth story processing and ceremony to honor your transition, along with practical support such as breastfeeding guidance and light cleaning, ensuring you have the space and care you need to recover fully. Includes: The Mama Deck

Personal Mythos Journey - $750 (4 sessions, 75 min each)
Embark on a transformative journey designed to help you uncover the layers of meaning in your experiences, root into your innate wisdom, and take agency in shaping your evolving story:

  • Astrological Blueprint: A deep dive into your natal chart and potential curriculum, tools, and challenges.

  • Transit Exploration: Review current transits to understand how they are shaping your present experience.

  • Somatic Integration: Explore patterns through the body to support healing and growth.

  • Closing Ceremony: Honor your journey through a ritual of expression and integration.

“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”
― Carl Jung

Why this work?

  • An abstract outline icon with a starburst contained within a circle shape.

    Astrology

    Astrology is a powerful ancient tool that provides an objective lens to explore our inner and outer worlds. It offers a blueprint of the archetypes and cycles that shape our lives, allowing us to cultivate a more conscious relationship with our complexities and potentials. Through this awareness, we can wholly honor and embrace our evolving story.

    "We are all a plurality of voices; the more we can listen to all of them, the richer our experience of life becomes."- James Hillman

  • An abstract outline icon with diagonal lines within a circle shape.

    Doula Care

    Doula Care is a sacred practice of co-creating a healing space where mamas can rest, process, and honor the depths of their journey, fully embracing their transformation. Through a blend of practical and soul-tending care, I assist mothers in recovery and integration, offering everything from home support to ceremony in devotion to this profound initiation.

    "In the tender postpartum period, we are invited to sink into the depths of our own healing, to honor the transformation our bodies and souls have undergone."- Tammi Lynn Kent

  • An abstract outline icon with a rainbow-shaped pattern within a circle shape.

    Story Weaving

    Story Weaving invites us to make meaning of our experiences and envision how we want our stories to unfold. With insights from astrology and somatic awareness, we honor the stories our bodies hold and the archetypal patterns we live by. This practice helps us attune to the river beneath the river—the soul's currents and the songs longing to be sung through us.

    "Your soul’s story isn’t about finding yourself; it’s about creating yourself. We each have a mythopoetic identity — a story as unique as a fingerprint." - Bill Plotkin

I'm Ready!

Pillars of care

Intentional
Affirming
Generative

Testimonials

  • “I’ve worked with Mel both in 1:1 and astrology and I cannot recommend her enough. She’s the kind of support everyone longs for. Mel brings old soul energy and dynamic spice. She has an innate wisdom combined with a beautiful humility to life that makes her medicine so unique.”

    -Whitney

  • "Every time I’ve received a reading from Melissa, it resonates deeply with me and leaves me feeling more aligned in my life. These sessions have guided me through many phases, helping me recognize the larger themes of my journey. With her years of experience and intuitive gifts, Mel has helped me recognize the unfolding story of my life. I highly recommend her!"

    -William

  • "My one-on-one birth chart session with Mel was incredible. Not only is she knowledgeable in astrology, but she is also deeply in tune with spirit. You can truly feel her passion and energy throughout the session. I highly recommend Melissa—if you’re feeling called to connect with her, do it!"

    -Chelsea

  • "Life-changing. Mel has a warm energy that instantly provides comfort and support. My session with her helped me reconnect with my body in a way I've never experienced before. I felt energy and emotions releasing that I had been holding onto. It was truly healing. She's an angel and I'm beyond grateful that our paths have crossed."

    -Ashley

  • "My session with Melissa empowered me to embrace and nurture myself, transforming my perspective from seeing myself as an enemy to honoring even my most vulnerable parts. I connected with my inner child and healed wounds I wasn't even aware of. I look forward to the healing that continues to unfold. Thank you, Melissa, for your love."

    -Johnny

  • "My reading with Melissa was life-changing. She helped align my compass to my true north, bringing clarity to my destiny and deeper acceptance of my path. Since then, I’ve felt a rooted sense of peace about my journey. During the session, I felt immense love and care, truly seen and heard. I highly recommend Melissa to anyone curious about astrology—you won’t regret it!"

    -Raffaella

  • “Melissa is absolutely incredible. She possesses a vast wealth of knowledge, insight, and a strong intuition. Her chart reading was rich and brought clarity to my path, illuminating many aspects of myself in a new way. I've also turned to her for guidance during significant life events and important decisions. She's a powerful practitioner and a wise witchy woman. I highly recommend anything & everything she offers!”

    -Prudence

Frequently asked questions

  • I am here for those who seek to honor and embrace the multifaceted nature of their being—those who are ready to explore and expand their capacity to hold their nuances and vastness.

    I believe that we all embody various archetypes, and there is room at the table for everyone. As Nor Hall states, "When we understand our archetypes, we begin to heal." This process invites us to facilitate conversation among all parts of ourselves, creating a greater sense of belonging and acceptance.

    Whether you're navigating motherhood, personal transformation, or simply seeking to deepen your connection to your own story, my work is designed to support your journey of self-reclamation and empowerment.

  • Each session is tailored to your needs and where you currently are in your journey.

    Astrology serves not to predict your story but to reveal the potentials, challenges, and tools inherent in your life, allowing you to intentionally engage with your unique blueprint.

    It’s a collaborative effort: the more open and engaged you are, the deeper we can go together.

    After the session, my hope is that you feel more grounded, empowered to be with your story and your season, and able to trust in your life and its natural unfolding.

  • My primary focus is on supporting mothers and women, but my services are open to anyone seeking self-reclamation and desiring support in their story weaving and meaning making process.

  • Come with an open heart and mind, and reflect on what you’d like to explore or any specific challenges you’re facing. It’s also helpful to create a quiet, interruption-free space to foster a conducive atmosphere for our work together.

  • I request a 24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Unfortunately, no refunds are available for late cancellations.

  • Yes, I offer sliding scale options to ensure accessibility for all. Please reach out to discuss your needs.

Ready to dive in?

Reach out!

“I hope you will go out and let stories, that is life, happen to you, and that you will work with these stories... water them with your blood and tears and your laughter till they bloom, till you yourself burst into bloom.”
― Clarissa Pinkola Estés