Caught in your spiritual shrink era? Here's how to find the right healer

If you’ve been sent healing energies your way through a pop-up by a spiritual shrink on your IG feed, it’s very unlikely for it not to have piqued any curiosity. Did you wonder if they’re worth your time (and faith)? For there’s always a possibility of life throwing curveballs due to the fault in our stars, right? For the unversed, a spiritual ‘shrink’ is an informal internet lingo coined for professionals who offer life guidance through a spiritual lens. The lens in question includes healing modalities such as tarot card and crystal ball readings, the Akashic Records, Reiki, sound healing, and the like.

If recent reports are anything to go by, an analysis indicates that searches for spiritual healing services rose 64 per cent nationally between April 2025 and March 2026 compared with the previous year, while searches for tarot-reading services rose 23 per cent. The information suggests it’s very likely that your folks have been consulting or have consulted a spiritual healer to make sense of things they may not often talk about. While it’s always intriguing to explore a world of possibilities beyond everyday logic, being prepared to view things from a zoomed-out perspective goes a long way, experts say. 

You are the magic 

“Spiritual healing is a supportive process; it guides, clears, and empowers, but the person also has to do their inner work,” cites Lavina Tilwani, a spiritual healer and tarot card reader. For beginners who’re keen on exploring the domain, especially in the digital space, there’s an unwritten rule to follow: do not give in to fear or remedies with budgets that go through the roof. 

Since there isn’t really a rulebook to refer to, some key points to tick off the list include comparing prices per minute (a session typically ranges from 15 to 35 minutes), reviewing testimonials, and checking their offline presence. “Most seasoned certified healers take their work offline, too. A degree of offline presence is crucial, no matter how big they are online. Personally, I’d suggest attending a session in real-time is one of the best ways to gauge the authenticity and the persona beyond the screens,” suggests Sheelaa M Bajaj, a renowned numerologist and spiritualist, who adds that a lot of people today are ‘spiritually shopping’. “As a teacher, my word of caution would be to search for the depth and trust no quick/overnight fixes. Every certified healer has a trainer. Lastly, look at the authenticity of your healer. What are they unwilling to discuss online? That should be telling.” 

Feedback is a two-way street 

While the idea of asking uncomfortable questions might feel unnerving initially, there’s only doom in dodging them. Clarity is key, and doing deep research before investing in any practice is sacrosanct. “At the core of all spiritual consultations lies empathy. One must also keep an open mind and be more receptive. This is an attribute that should go both ways. It’s imperative to find someone who is focused on allaying your anxiety, and not aggravating it under the guise of concern,” concludes Tilwani. 

While it’s widely believed that spiritual guidance can enhance emotional and energetic well-being, it can never replace medical or psychological treatment. And, if you’re really wondering where the magic is, look no further than yourself. 

 

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