About Black Walnut Botanicals
Black Walnut Botanicals is a small herbal business founded by herbalist and astrologer Christie Hanrahan in 2025.
We create herbal medicine in small batches made from organic and wild crafted sources. We offer herbal medicine and products from our main line of black walnut botanicals as well as a unique line of products crafted using astrological timing and elections for our Astral Preparations line. If there's anything specific you're looking for that is not listed on my website, please go to the "Contact" page and send us an email!
In addition to selling physical and digital herbal items, we also provide herbal consultations, astrological readings (included but not limited to: natal chart, solar returns, medical astrology, synastry, astro*carto*graphy, current and future transits), as well as energy healing services like reiki, guided master plant dietas, life coaching. Soon to come, herbal consultations and death doula services. The main goals for our business are to promote the use of herbal products and provide a variety of holistic services to enhance overall well-being at all stages of life. Our unique approach, combined with a background education in herbalism and astrology, sets us apart in the industry.
Owner's Background and Education
Herbalism and Astrology Education
The owner of Black Walnut Botanicals has a background education in herbalism and astrology, which has deeply influenced our unique approach to creating herbal products and providing holistic services.
My education and guidance has been from leaders in the industry, including:
Herbal Education: Courses with Kyle Denton with Tippecanoe Herbal Apothecary, Margi Flint and Earthsong Herbals, Linda Conroy of Moonwise Herbs, Tavis Lynch and Mariah Rogers of WI Mycological Society, Stacy Quade of Energy For Life Connection through Whole Foods Co-op,
Aromatheraphy specific Education: Rebecca Schultz, CCAP with Aurora Healthcare and the Andrew Weil Center For Integrative Medicine,
Astrology Education: Mentorship with JayJay Astrology and Astromancy by Dawn, additional education with Chris Brennan Helenistic Astrology, Kira Sutherland medical astrology, Judith Hill Medical Astrology, Christopher Warnock Green Magic Astrology
Energetic Healing Modality Education:
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Usui Reiki: Mouse Savaiano, LMT with Aurora Healthcare, Melissa Cowhurst with Natural Healer
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Tantra Reiki: Krishna Sharma with Virtued Academy International
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Zodiac Reiki: Bernardo Nardella with Accademia Holistica Avanzata
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Tai Chi and QiGong: John Burns, DPT with Aurora Healthcare
Certifications
Our team at Black Walnut Botanicals holds certifications in various holistic practices and healing modalities, ensuring that we offer high-quality services and products to our customers.
Experience in the Industry
With our extensive experience in the herbalism and astrology industry, we have gained valuable insights and knowledge that we incorporate into our offerings to benefit our customers.
Our Holistic Approach
At Black Walnut Botanicals, we believe in a holistic approach to well-being, incorporating herbalism, astrology, energy healing, and other modalities to support our customers in their journey towards optimal health and wellness. Our philosophy revolves around personalized care and creating a nurturing space for individuals to explore natural healing methods.