A private place to be heard
A private medium reading is a one-to-one live appointment with John Strouse for someone who hopes to feel a connection with a loved one who has died. You may be carrying a question, a memory, a fresh loss, or a feeling that has been difficult to put into words. The appointment gives you a quiet, personal space to listen and respond without an audience or a group setting.
Privacy can matter deeply when a conversation touches family, grief, love, or a relationship that is still very present in your life. You choose where to join from, whether that is a room at home, a private office, or another place where you feel settled. Sessions are available by Zoom, FaceTime, or phone, so you can select the format that helps you feel most at ease.
You do not need to prepare a speech, share a long history, or explain your loss before the reading begins. John works with the person who is present for the appointment. Your role is simply to be honest about what feels clear, unclear, or meaningful as the conversation unfolds.
What makes the reading personal
John’s Heartfelt Mediumship® approach begins with the impressions and identifying details he receives. Those details might involve a personality, family relationship, memory, familiar habit, sense of humor, or another part of a loved one’s life that you recognize. The purpose is not to ask you to make a broad statement fit. It is to offer information that may feel genuinely personal before moving into a fuller conversation.
A meaningful detail does not need to be dramatic. A particular way someone spoke, a small shared routine, or a quality that belonged only to that person can carry weight because it is part of your relationship. You can say yes, no, or that you are not sure. There is no need to stretch an impression into a match, and there is no benefit in offering information you would rather keep private.
Every private medium reading has its own rhythm. Some people recognize a connection quickly. Others need a little time to place what comes through. You are welcome to hold a particular loved one in mind, though no ethical medium can guarantee that a specific person will come through. The session stays grounded in care, honesty, and your own experience.
An approach with room for your boundaries
A private reading should feel respectful from the moment it begins. John’s work is secular and non-religious, and he does not use fear-based claims, pressure, or promises about outcomes that no responsible medium can make. You are welcome to pause, ask for clarity, or take your time with what is shared.
If anonymity matters while scheduling, another person may pay for the appointment and forward the booking details to you. During the session, John works with the person who joins the call. You do not need photographs, names, personal objects, or a detailed account of your loved one’s life in order to begin.
Mediumship is a personal spiritual experience, not medical, legal, financial, or mental-health advice. It can sit alongside your beliefs and support system, while leaving you fully in charge of your decisions. If grief feels overwhelming or you are worried about your safety, a qualified counselor or health professional is the right source of care.
Choose the time that feels right
A 30-minute private medium reading is $110. It can be a comfortable choice when you would like a focused introduction to John’s work, have one central question, or simply want time to see how a live private session feels. A 45-minute session is $145 and gives the conversation more room to unfold without feeling rushed.
A 60-minute private session for one person is $175. It can be a good fit when you would like a more spacious experience, have questions you hope to ask, or want a little more time to listen and reflect during the appointment. Two successive 30-minute sessions can also be booked together for $190 when one person is arranging separate appointments.
All sessions are held live by Zoom, FaceTime, or phone. Sixty-minute sessions are also available with a Ukrainian or Russian interpreter. There is no universally right session length. Choose the one that feels manageable and gives you enough space for the kind of conversation you hope to have.
Prepare simply, then arrive as you are
Before your private medium reading, choose a setting where you can speak comfortably and will not be interrupted. A charged phone or reliable internet connection, water, tissues, and a notebook are usually enough. A few quiet minutes before the appointment can make it easier to arrive without rushing from the rest of the day.
You may bring a question if there is something you want to hold in mind, but you do not need a perfect list or a test for John to pass. Some people prefer to begin with an open mind and see what comes forward. Others want to ask about a relationship, a memory, or something left unsaid. Both are valid ways to begin.
If possible, leave a little time after the session as well. You may feel comforted, emotional, reflective, or uncertain what you think straight away. There is no correct reaction and no need to decide immediately what every part means. A walk, a quiet evening, or a journal entry can give the experience time to settle.
Book your private medium reading
When you are ready, choose the session length that feels right and select a time through John’s online calendar. Your appointment will be held live and privately, with room to listen, respond honestly, and let the conversation take the shape it needs to take.
John has worked with mediumship clients since 2006 and meets with people worldwide. Whether you are looking for comfort after a loss, hoping to feel close to someone you love, or simply curious about a private reading, you can join from the setting where you feel most secure.
For a practical question before booking, you can use the contact page. When the time feels right, the booking calendar offers a straightforward next step toward a private Heartfelt Mediumship® session.
Questions about private medium readings
What is a private medium reading?
It is a one-to-one live appointment with John for someone hoping to feel a connection with a loved one who has died. Sessions are held privately by Zoom, FaceTime, or phone.
Do I have to provide personal information before the reading?
No. You do not need to provide photographs, names, personal objects, or a detailed history. You can listen and respond honestly as the session unfolds.
Can I remain anonymous when booking?
If you prefer, another person may pay for the appointment and forward the booking details. John works with the person who is present for the session.
Can I ask for a specific loved one?
You are welcome to hold a particular person in mind, but no ethical medium can guarantee that a specific loved one will come through.
How much is a private medium reading?
Private sessions are available for 30 minutes at $110, 45 minutes at $145, and 60 minutes at $175. Two back-to-back 30-minute sessions may be booked for $190.