€ 20,35
Jessica Dore is a social worker who translates psychological concepts into tarot practice. Xaviera López illustrated 78 cards in vivid colours. The guidebook contains reflective exercises that connect card readings with behavioural patterns and mental resilience.
A deck that combines psychology and tarot for self-insight and reflection.
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Not every tarot deck has a social worker as its creator. Jessica Dore brings her clinical background to the cards. You see that reflected in the guidebook: where other decks explain symbolism, Dore writes about behavioural patterns, mental resilience and how you process emotions.
The deck follows the Rider-Waite-Smith structure, but the imagery is contemporary. Artist Xaviera López works with bold colours and direct compositions. The figures are recognisable, the symbolism is accessible without becoming flat.
The colours are vivid. No muted pastels, but strong contrasts that hold attention. Each figure carries its own emotional charge that is immediately felt. The archetypes are classic, but the execution is modern.
The cards are sturdy and feel good in the hand. The format is compact enough for daily use. The storage box is solid and protects the deck without unnecessary bulk.
The guidebook runs to 128 pages and does more than list meanings. Dore describes how a card relates to psychological concepts such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness. Each card comes with reflective exercises and writing prompts.
That makes this deck different from a classic RWS deck. You do not simply draw a card and read its meaning. You get guidance to recognise patterns in your own behaviour and work with them.
Draw one card weekly and use the writing prompt from the guidebook. The exercises are short enough to do immediately, deep enough to shift something.
This deck is designed for people who use tarot as a tool for reflection, not prediction. It works well for coaches, therapists and facilitators who want to use visual tools. Also suitable for beginners, because the guidebook explains psychological concepts in clear language.
The focus is on self-insight and growth. If you are looking for a deck with mystical symbolism or esoteric depth, this is less suitable. The tone is therapeutic, not spiritual.
Jessica Dore works as a social worker and combines that with a tarot practice. She has built a large online following by discussing cards daily from a psychological perspective. Her strength lies in translating clinical knowledge into accessible language.
Xaviera López created the illustrations. Her style is direct and colourful, with a focus on emotional expression. The figures feel contemporary without abandoning the classic tarot structure.
Is this deck suitable if you have no background in psychology?
Yes. Dore explains psychological concepts without professional jargon. The guidebook is written for a broad audience and assumes no prior knowledge.
How does this deck differ from a classic Rider-Waite-Smith deck?
The structure is the same, but the imagery is contemporary and the guidebook focuses on psychological processes rather than symbolic explanation. The emphasis is on self-reflection, not divination.
| Taal | English |
| ISBN | 9781401974718 |
| Uitgeverij | Hay House Inc |
| Auteur | Jessica Dore |
| SKU | 0021-GBS18 |
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