In a recent discussion about hypnotherapy, I mentioned the fact that some people were seeking help to free themselves from toxic relationships, to the surprise of those I spoke to.
For example, I remember Camille, 23 years old, on the verge of burn-out, according to her doctor, who came for a consultation to simply feel better.
With medical follow-up in place, I began my hypnotherapy session with a few questions to understand the origin or reasons for her discomfort. Camille was not able to identify a particular reason. However, as we talked, she began to tell me about a very painful relationship that had lasted 2 years with a young man. Camille told me that at first she had been completely captivated by this man, and then, when they had settled down together, he had gradually changed, constantly putting her down and gradually distancing her from her surroundings.
Drawing on her last strength, Camille had left. But since then, she felt drained, without energy, and especially, even if they were physically separated, she still felt dependent on this man.
Together, we began a process of reconstruction, working especially on her self-confidence and self-esteem, which had been damaged by this toxic relationship. Then Camille succeeded in freeing herself from this psychological hold, to finally feel that she was taking back control of her life.