A.J. Barrera is one of the youngest psychics mediums in the media today. He started his professional psychic career at just 19 years old. In this interview we will see how A.J. got his early start and what support he had growing up. He also shares with us his prediction about psychics and mediumship over the next 50 years.

Q: A.J. tell me how you got started as psychic and how did your family feel about you starting this endeavor? Was it the family business?

A: It all began when I was in the sixth grade. Seeing psychics and fortune tellers on TV caused both disbelief and curiosity. Soon I found himself practicing with a deck of Tarot Cards, determined to prove (to myself and others) that so-called “psychics and mediums” can’t possibly connect to the Other Side. On the contrary, I discovered an interpretation of my own for each tarot card I studied.

Once I realized I had a unique ability to identify with the tarot, I began using them to describe personal information of fellow peers, as well as predictions of future events.

My journey took an even greater turn in high school when my teacher Ellen Marron, a medium herself, noticed my gift and quickly became my mentor. Marron took me underneath her wing and continued to help guide me in my journey of understanding, as well as help me to appreciate my abilities. Once I began assisting others with guidance; I naturally began to develop my abilities on my own; finally understanding what I had been tapping into for so long.

It wasn’t until I was 19 years old when a Los Angels radio station, KOST 103.5 had a evening show "Angels In Waiting" which aired on Sunday nights from 7pm – Midnight when my career as a professional psychic medium really took off.

As for my family accepting what path I was walking down; my father didn’t believe in it nor my mother due to their  Catholic upbringing. Myself being raised as Catholic, it was consider the devils work and that we should not disturb the dead (hence rest in peace). The fact is that they are more alive then we are! For the most part, my parent thought it was a "phase" that I was going through, now that I am 25 years old–I jokingly tell them both "look, its not a phase anymore."

Q: It’s amazing that your family didn’t force you to stop and that they seems supportive of your "phase." How did you grow to be a celebrity psychic?

A: I’ve grown to become a celebrity psychic by merely doing what I love to do, which is helping people. I was coined a "Celebrity Psychic Medium" on FOX News radio when they asked about my connections with people in the business. I have met and read for many people in the entertainment business, but the main thing is to keep it real and keep things balance. Those who are in the entertainment business (actors, musicians, producers, writers, authors, etc.) have a gift as well which is why they are being recognized.  I just use my gift to help these normal people just as myself to give some insight/guidance.

Q: Sylvia Browne is the most famous of psychics, but then you have Chip Coffee, James Van Praagh, John Edward, Lisa Williams even Edgar Casey is still famous for his predictions.  Is this a male or female dominated business? What is the difference between female and male psychics if there is one?

A: I feel in a sense its kind of 50/50 but more females are recognized with the ability.  I like to look back at the older mediums actually such as the Fox sisters, Emma Britten, Allen Kardec, Eileen Garrett, who were really well known for their time in the 1800′s. I personally don’t feel there is a difference between male & female psychic. I feel its how the psychic uses their ability to strengthen them. Our mind is like a muscle the more nutrition & vitamins you give the stronger it gets.

Q: When you look 50 years into the future how do you think the planet will evolve as far as psychics and the paranormal goes?
A: As far as psychic mediums goes (which I mention a lot on radio and TV interviews) is that the whole "psychic mediumship" is not going to be a big phenomenon because everyone will be in tuned to the spirit world and themselves to make that connection directly. I feel that we are already in a shift where "Spirit" or "The Divine" is already preparing people to wake up and open their eyes by allowing producer & writer to put these movies on the big screen where all will see & perhaps witness some "paranormal" experiences.

Q: What difference do you want to make in the world as far as your work is concerned?

A: The goal as a psychic medium is not to be just "the messenger" for people. I want to give and show awareness that the soul still survives after death and there is a deeper connection where love comes from. We all fear the unknown and I want to give people an understanding into one of the greatest mysteries, which we call death.

Q: Do you feel we are still to closed off and skeptical about the unknown? What advice do you have for those who are skeptical?

A: Death is merely a transition that we make to the other side and some people just need to be a little bit open minded. I don’t mind if you’re skeptical, but be an open skeptic. Sometimes people are just so closed minded — they need to experience what psychic mediumship is all about rather than jump to conclusion or thinking and reacting the way they were brought up.

Q: Please let us know where we can find you in the future.

A: You can find me at the following:
www.ajbarrera.com
www.facebook.com/ajbarreramedium
www.twitter.com/ajbarrera
www.newskyradio.com
www.achieveradio.com