Frequently asked questions
Is Ericksonian hypnosis suitable for everyone?
Ericksonian hypnosis is a flexible approach, but it is not automatically suitable for every situation. It requires active participation, even if gentle: agreeing with the process, being able to follow simple instructions and having a goal clear enough to guide the work.
The initial call is precisely there to check the frame: your request, current state, expectations and any precautions to consider. In cases of severe psychiatric disorder, significant dissociation, persistent pain or unexplored medical symptoms, medical or psychological advice may be necessary before considering hypnosis.
Can hypnosis be done online?
Yes. An online session can be relevant when the setting is stable enough: a quiet place, a reliable connection, the possibility of not being interrupted and basic physical comfort. Hypnosis does not depend only on being in the same room; it relies above all on attention, the relationship, the voice, inner imagery and the way the person enters the experience.
Online sessions can be useful when distance, expatriation, travel constraints or scheduling make in-person appointments difficult. Some requests are very well suited to this setting. Others require more care, and this is discussed during the initial exchange.
Can sessions be held in English or German?
Sessions are mainly held in French. English or German can also be used when this better fits your situation: international background, expatriation, life between several languages, or a need to express certain experiences in another language.
How many sessions are needed?
There is no standard number that applies to everyone. Some very focused requests may evolve in a few sessions; others require more gradual work, especially when they involve long-standing habits, recurring emotions, a life transition or several dimensions at once.
The most important point is to define an observable and realistic goal: what should be different in the way you react, feel, decide or act? From there, the pace is built progressively. The work is not a fixed program: it adapts to your evolution, to what emerges during sessions and to your ability to integrate change between appointments.
Does hypnosis replace medical care?
No. The hypnosis offered here is part of a support, well-being and personal change process. It does not replace a diagnosis, treatment, prescription, psychotherapy or medical follow-up when these are necessary.
If you are already followed by a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist or other healthcare professional, hypnosis may possibly complement that work, with caution and respect for the existing framework. Never modify or stop a treatment without the advice of the professional following you. In case of doubt, safety and appropriate medical advice always come first.