Meet Reverend Judith Catalano, one of the co-founders behind the establishment of the Community Church for Spiritual Growth. She also holds the role of director at the San Jose Psychic Institute, an institution that has been serving our community since its inception in 2010. At the institute, they offer a diverse range of classes tailored to cater to both those who are stepping into the realm of spirituality and individuals who are earnestly committed to nurturing their spiritual journey. Their curriculum encompasses a spectrum of offerings, including psychic kindergarten for an interactive and enjoyable learning experience, as well as a comprehensive one-year clairvoyant program.

​Can you describe a specific instance where your clairvoyant abilities provided insight or guidance that had a significant impact on someone’s life? How did this experience unfold, and what were the outcomes?In our teachings, we cover clairvoyance, which involves perceiving energy from the space located just above the forehead – commonly referred to as the ‘third eye.’ Every person possesses this potential, and it’s time for everyone to tap into it. So, when you inquire about this, you’re essentially delving into something quite interesting.

Throughout my extensive experience, having conducted over 6,000 sessions, I’ve realized that as a psychic reader, I’m not only interpreting others but also learning about myself in the process. Each individual who comes to us becomes like a psychic book, a unique text to decipher.
Imagine this hypothetical scenario: I close my eyes to read someone, and I observe a dark, crackling energy situated at the back of their head. This energy corresponds to the spiritual aspect of the physical body. It appears like tightly bound energy around the neck and upper back – perhaps akin to fibromyalgia or simply tension.
What transpires in this reading is intriguing. As psychic readers, we have the ability to perceive this energy and then use clairvoyance to remove it from our own energetic space. Essentially, we are healing ourselves through the act of interpreting others. However, the outcomes for the person in front of us are determined by their own spiritual journey – we can’t impose or influence their choices.

Ultimately, the true benefits of this practice emerge for those who engage with it on a personal level.
Many people are curious about the ethical considerations surrounding clairvoyance. How do you ensure that your readings or interpretations respect the privacy and well-being of the individuals seeking your guidance?Initially, I was considering the ethical aspect of readings, wondering about the ethical implications in this field. Then, it clicked – you’re referring to the image of TV psychics or individuals resembling gypsy psychics. Let me clarify, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with gypsy psychics; it’s merely a term. What you’re pointing towards is a viewpoint that could be described as atheistic, where the existence of spirits is questioned.
In the realm of psychic work, there indeed exist practitioners who could be labeled as charlatans. However, when it comes to our practice, we operate within a spiritual community. In a psychic reading, it’s a form of communication between spirits. We don’t impose instructions or dictate actions. We view everyone as a creative being and respect their autonomy. Our approach is centered on acknowledging and greeting the individual’s true essence – a timeless, creative spirit within a human vessel.

We’ve established a written agreement that clients read and sign before their sessions. This emphasizes our stance as not being typical psychic advisors who offer step-by-step solutions for certain outcomes. Our approach is distinct.

As for confidentiality, since we approach this from a spiritual perspective, it’s akin to a confessional. When someone sits before us, they’re baring their soul, and we hold this act in the highest regard. Our respect for their privacy is unwavering. We don’t casually share what we perceive, even though this might put us at a disadvantage in terms of publicity.
Indeed, there might be misconceptions, like equating ‘clairvoyance’ with ‘psychic’ abilities. To clear the air, ‘clairvoyance’ is derived from the French term meaning ‘clear seeing,’ while ‘psychic’ originates from the Greek word meaning ‘of the spirit.’ We’re not just dabbling in mere psychic activities; our focus is on nurturing spiritual capabilities.

Healing can take various forms, from physical to emotional and spiritual. Could you share a case where your healing practices contributed to a notable transformation or recovery in someone’s health or well-being? What modalities or techniques did you employ?My perspective on this is centered around a core principle – healing from within, from your very essence as a spiritual being. You, as a spiritual being, are the creator of your own physical form. This fundamental idea shapes our teachings. We guide individuals in understanding and harnessing their spiritual anatomy within the context of the human body.
When you mention psychological, neurological, and emotional aspects, our approach involves holistic healing. As spirits, we aren’t isolated fragments. For instance, when dealing with emotions, we address the second chakra and even the amygdala in the brain. These aspects contribute to mental image pictures present in your personal energy field, which subsequently influence your thoughts and actions. By identifying and clearing out those mental image pictures that aren’t authentically yours, we address the psychological dimension.
While psychology is a human construct designed to decipher human behavior, our approach transcends such frameworks. We don’t operate within the confines of conventional psychology, which often involves years of cyclical analysis. What we can achieve in about five minutes often takes others a decade of therapy. This difference stems from our spiritual perspective, which bypasses the complexities of human-created systems.
Observing the field of psychiatry, I hold immense respect for it, having friends both within and outside the profession seeking readings and healings from me. However, I perceive a detachment in its approach, often aligned with analytical and atheistic viewpoints. It seems clinical and detached, lacking a holistic understanding of the human experience.

Of course, I’m not dismissing medical interventions entirely. If I were to break my arm, I’d undoubtedly seek medical attention. Our approach is distinctive – we address the spirit within the body, facilitating profound healing at the spiritual level. When this internal healing occurs, tangible changes manifest externally.
Many people are interested in harnessing the power of manifestation to achieve their goals. Can you provide an example of a time when you effectively guided someone through the process of manifesting their desires? What key steps or principles were involved in this manifestation journey?Absolutely, the power to create and manifest is one of your inherent spiritual abilities. Alongside this, there’s the ability to heal.
As spiritual beings, we originate from a state of well-being, and you are fundamentally a creator. Remarkably, everything that unfolds in your reality is a product of your creation – whether it’s positive, negative, attractive, or challenging. This philosophy forms the foundation of our introductory course known as ‘Tap into Your True Self.’ This course delves deep into this concept, and we dedicate two comprehensive classes to it.
In this learning journey, you acquire a foundational spiritual tool referred to as the ‘mock up’ tool. It’s essentially a technique for creating your desired outcomes. Our website’s blog page and testimonials offer detailed examples, providing insights into the range of things that students have manifested using this tool.
Personally, I can share some instances of what I’ve manifested over the last two decades. For instance, I haven’t purchased my own car in 20 years. I’ve utilized the mock up tool to attract new cars as gifts from others. This process often involves invoking our healing masters to assist us in these manifestations. Even in everyday scenarios like going to a shopping center, I employ this technique to easily secure a prime parking spot right upfront.
Moreover, I recall wanting a specific pair of shoes. As someone who isn’t fond of traditional shoe shopping, I put out the image of the desired shoes in my mind, with the condition that they be on sale. To my amazement, I spotted the exact pair at a non-specialty store called Ross department store. These shoes were in my size and marked down to a mere $12. This experience illustrated once more how we integrate the manifestation tool into our lives.
This tool, the ‘mock up,’ is something we teach in our foundational class ‘Tap into Your True Self,’ offering you the means to harness your creative potential.

Manifestation often requires aligning one’s thoughts, emotions, and actions. How do you help individuals overcome potential obstacles such as self-doubt, limiting beliefs, or conflicting intentions that might hinder their ability to successfully manifest their desires?Manifestation often hinges on aligning your thoughts with energetic connections. However, assisting individuals in surmounting obstacles like self-doubt, limiting beliefs, or conflicting tensions that obstruct their successful manifestation is crucial.

This is an excellent question. In our ‘Tap into Your True Self’ foundational class, we deeply explore this aspect. One particular module, occurring in the fifth week of the curriculum, is titled ‘Happiness.’
Challenges such as self-doubt and conflicting ideals embody energies that you, as a spirit, have absorbed. Your inherent ability as a creator can be likened to a natural flow. I recall my childhood, a time when I was distinctly aware of this process. If I desired something, I’d visualize it, project the mental image, and within a week, it would materialize – be it a new shirt or a toy. My young understanding communicated with the supreme being that creation is simple and enjoyable, an innate spiritual aptitude.

Our innate ability to create is effortless and enjoyable. Yet, societal influences such as parental teachings, religious doctrines, governmental structures, and sociocultural norms often imbue us with notions of struggle and limitation. We might hear that life is arduous, or that one must toil vigorously to achieve desires. However, as spiritual beings, our creation originates from a state of ease.

What we do in our teachings is work with the specific energies you mentioned. Various individuals grapple with distinct hindrances residing within their energetic space. Examples include beliefs like ‘you can’t surpass your father’ or ‘you can’t have more than your sister.’ These mental images are energy patterns that contribute to self-doubt. Interestingly, the voice of self-doubt is often not your own; it’s influenced by beings inhabiting your space.
Our clairvoyant programs delve into exploring these diverse energies and entities residing within different individuals. We provide tools to disentangle and clear such energies, allowing you to embrace your authentic self and tap into your innate creative potential. Our mission is to guide you towards natural and unhindered creation.

  In the Your Next Step program, (A space for graduates of the Clairvoyant Program) we learned to heal our body on the DNA level.
​It was an amazing healing, which I incorporate into my routine meditations.  I use my psychic surgeon (This is a healing guide that students learn how to work with in a beginning class called “Healing II '')  to remove energy  from my space that is not mine. I noticed a scar from my previous surgery became much smaller and faint in color after a few weeks of energy work. It was a great validation seeing the changes on my physical body. 
Graduate of CV program, Sunny

​One of my favorite things about the Clairvoyant program has been the healing work we do on ourselves and each other.

​Although some of us have graduated out of the CV program, we make time to stay on top of our energy work on a weekly basis. We share healing requests as they come up from our friends and family, and we love to get updates on how it positively impacts our communities. If you have ever questioned if it is real or not… try a class and see for yourself. Our lives have changed forever and we are deeply grateful for the tools we’ve learned, use & share. 
- Nas, Tam, Kate

In the middle of 2022, I received a notification that there will be extra $10,000 in property tax next year!
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I made a mock-up that I would get extra income to cover it. One day, I was contacted by an HR recruiter from a Tech company for an interview. The opening matched perfectly with my expertise and I got the job offer very quickly. The new job provides me with a better working environment and the extra income for the increased property tax.  A lesson learned was to enjoy what I am creating for myself and have fun experiencing it.
 
Your Next Step Program Student, Sunny

But they had long-since stopped: I had not had one in decades.  Now I was having these headaches again. Not too severe, but unpleasant, uncomfortable and certainly a distraction from getting anything done. 

​I had never known what triggered them, nor ended them, so long ago. I had been meditating for about 10 years of that point, but none of the tools I had available seemed to control the headaches. Not meditation, diet, exercise or breathing. Now I was once again looking for relief.

I have been teaching meditation for 35 years, and practicing as an aura reader for even longer. I had a date scheduled to exchange readings with my colleagues at CCSG. It occurred to me to ask them what they saw connected to my migraines. They told me about some silver energy in my head. Once they pointed it out, I could see it too. I found I was able to move the energy. I had accomplished a spiritual healing. I wondered if it would have physical effects: could it relieve my headaches?

In a couple of months since that reading and healing I have experienced a few very mild headaches, which might have been the onset of more severe ones in the past. But I focused my attention on clearing the silver energy out of my head and being present myself. So far I have not had any strong headaches since that day.

In 44 years of meditation practice, and during thousands of aura readings, I have experienced several miracles and witnessed even more. But I didn't really expect to be able to cure my own headaches. With a little expert clairvoyant feedback, I was able to find and move energy that I knew didn’t belong in my head. I believe we are all spiritual beings inhabiting physical bodies, and that if we give our bodies the right energy they will give us health and wellness. I have no medical training, but I do believe, that with a little spiritual guidance, I cured my headaches.
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​—Rev Marc Shargel is a long-time teacher at CCSG

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