Author
Mat Auryn
Mat Auryn is an influential author and teacher in the fields of occultism and witchcraft, with an audience that extends beyond the United States to an international level. His deep knowledge and experience come from years of dedicated study, practice, and training in a variety of occult traditions and esoteric orders, often under the guidance of prominent knowledgeable mentors. His award-winning books Psychic Witch and Mastering Magick offer practical insight and practices for those interested in psychic and magickal practices. He is also the author of The Psychic Art of Tarot and co-authored Pisces Witch with Ivo Dominguez, Jr. The books draw from a range of traditions such as astrology, Hermeticism, Wicca, Traditional Witchcraft, New Thought, Thelema, parapsychology, Jungian analytical psychology, Neoplatonism, and alchemy, making them versatile yet accessible guides for the spiritual seeker. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into more than thirteen languages, widening their impact.
Beyond writing, Mat worked for many years as a professional psychic and tarot reader in Salem, Massachusetts, as well as his own private practice. He also contributes to both specialized and mainstream publications, including a regular column in Witches & Pagans magazine. His work has been featured in Cosmo, Newsweek, The Boston Globe, OprahDaily, and others, and is also on display at the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft. Mat was the first recipient of “The Most Supportive Witch” award by Witch Way Magazine. He is also the co-host of THE CIRCLE IS podCAST with actress and author Rachel True. Mat is on the faculty of the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies in Rhinebeck, New York, where he teaches and leads retreats on psychic ability and magick. Now residing in California’s Bay Area, Mat is the co-owner of Datura Trading Co. and Modern Witch University. He continues to share his knowledge and insights through writing, workshops, interviews, social media, and lectures, consistently emphasizing the importance of personal growth and positive change through psychic and magickal empowerment.