Hypnosis for Insomnia and Better Sleep
You lie awake in bed. You count the hours before the alarm rings. You wake up exhausted,
even after a full night’s sleep. Insomnia isn’t just a one-off problem—it is a signal
that your body, mind or emotions are under tension. Hypnosis offers a gentle and effective
approach to restore truly restorative sleep.
Unlike sleeping pills or the exhausting thought “I must sleep”, hypnosis works on unconscious
mechanisms: you reclaim calm, the ability to let go and a natural sleep rhythm that fits you.
To understand how hypnosis works, you can read:
What is hypnosis?
Between sessions, to support your nervous system and deepen the process, you can use the app:
Hypnosis with Maude Favre – App Store.
Why Does Insomnia Set In?
Insomnia is rarely “just a sleep issue”. It signals an imbalance in your vigilance,
stress system, emotions or internal rhythm. Whether you struggle to fall asleep,
wake repeatedly, experience nightmares or awaken too early—the root often lies deeper.
Insomnia can be triggered by :
- prolonged stress,
- chronic anxiety,
- emotional overload,
- irregular lifestyle rhythm,
- ruminating thoughts at bedtime.
Hypnosis helps recalibrate these rhythms, soothe your mind and restore genuinely restful sleep.
How Hypnosis Helps You Sleep Better
During a hypnosis session, you enter a calm, secure altered state of awareness. This state
supports deep relaxation, nervous system regulation and access to your internal resources.
In the session, hypnosis may help you to :
- reduce mental activity before bedtime,
- soothe physical and emotional tension,
- reinstate stable sleep rhythms,
- reduce night-time awakenings or nightmares,
- recover deep, restorative sleep.
With time, you may notice measurable improvements: faster falling asleep, improved sleep quality,
refreshed energy in the morning.
This Session Is for You If…
- You take a long time to fall asleep;
- You wake several times during the night;
- You wake too early and can’t go back to sleep;
- Your sleep no longer restores you;
- Your mind is active when you should be resting;
- You want to restore a natural, peaceful sleep rhythm.
Session Process
The session begins with a conversation about your sleep, your bed-time ritual,
your tensions and your expectations. This sets the groundwork for the hypnotic work.
You are then guided into hypnosis: you remain aware but more relaxed, open and receptive.
The process helps release blocked emotions, reduce alert patterns and re-establish rest cues.
You leave the session with a sense of calm, clarity and the possibility of “a new night”.
Multiple sessions may be recommended to stabilise your sleep patterns and transform
your nightly habits.
FAQ – Hypnosis & Insomnia
1. How many sessions will I need?
For many people, 2-3 sessions help restore significantly better sleep rhythms.
2. Can hypnosis replace sleeping pills?
No. Hypnosis is a complementary support. If you are on medication, maintain it and consult
your doctor.
3. Will I fall asleep during the session?
You may drift into a light sleep, but you remain conscious and free. The process is always respectful.
4. Should I change my bedtime routine after the session?
Yes. Complementing the work with habits that encourage rest (less screen time, soft light,
calm breathing) is recommended. The app
Hypnosis with Maude Favre
can support you between sessions.
5. Can I combine with other techniques?
Yes. Hypnosis pairs well with kinesiology, relaxation or other therapeutic approaches for sleep.