Hypnosis in Geneva: Frequently Asked Questions

Hypnosis in Geneva offers a personalised approach to working with a natural altered state of consciousness. Contrary to common misconceptions, being hypnotised does not mean being asleep. You remain conscious, present and able to hear what is happening around you.

The experience can be described as a form of deep relaxation and focused inner attention. As attention naturally turns inward, it may become easier to approach certain situations, emotions or habits from a different perspective.

Maude Favre provides personalised hypnotherapy sessions adapted to each person’s goals, needs and individual pace.

People seek this type of support for many reasons, including stress management, sleep difficulties, self-confidence, fears, habits and smoking cessation. If this is one of your goals, discover the dedicated page about hypnosis to stop smoking.

Guided audios can also be used between appointments to support relaxation and personal well-being. You can find a selection of guided sessions in the Hypnose avec Maude Favre app.

What happens during a hypnosis session?

A session usually begins with a conversation to clarify your goal and understand your individual situation. You are then gradually guided towards physical relaxation and focused mental attention.

Unlike stage hypnosis, hypnotherapy is based on collaboration between practitioner and client. You remain aware throughout the experience and retain your freedom of choice. You can speak, move or open your eyes at any time.

This focused state can provide an opportunity to approach emotions, habits or patterns of thought from another perspective and access personal resources that support the changes you wish to make.

What is the hypnotic state?

Many people have experienced a state similar to hypnosis without necessarily recognising it. It can happen when driving along a familiar route on “autopilot” or when becoming completely absorbed in a film, book or piece of music.

During these moments, attention becomes highly focused while some external information temporarily moves into the background. Therapeutic hypnosis uses this natural capacity for absorption and concentration within a structured setting.

You remain actively involved throughout the experience. The process is based on your participation and a relationship of trust with your practitioner.

Why consult a hypnotherapist in Geneva?

People choose hypnotherapy for many different reasons. Each session is adapted to the individual’s situation, goals and needs.

Common reasons for seeking support include:

• stress and mental overload;
• anxiety and emotional tension;
• sleep difficulties;
• fears and phobias;
• weight-related goals and eating habits;
• support with certain forms of pain alongside appropriate medical care;
• smoking cessation;
• emotional fatigue;
• self-confidence and personal development.

This approach can also support personal development, particularly when the goal is to strengthen inner confidence and develop a more constructive perception of yourself. Discover more about hypnosis for self-confidence.

A personalised therapeutic approach

Everyone responds differently. For this reason, each session is adapted to your goal, individual sensitivity and personal pace.

Hypnotherapy can form part of a personal well-being or development process and may also be used alongside medical or therapeutic care. It does not replace medical diagnosis, treatment or professional medical care when these are required.

The aim is to provide a professional setting where you can explore your own resources, work with certain habits or perceptions and progressively support the changes you wish to create.

Frequently Asked Questions