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Biodecoding · 23 August 2024

What happens in a biodecoding session?

By Arantxa Pisón, licensed health psychologist, register no. G-2337

When we first hear about biodecoding, it is natural to be curious about what happens in a session. This therapeutic approach, which seeks to identify and release emotional conflicts, has grown in popularity, but many people wonder how a typical session unfolds. In this article, I will guide you step by step through what happens in a biodecoding session, from the first contact with the therapist to the emotional release it aims to achieve.

Preparing for the session

Initial consultation

Before the first session, there is usually an initial consultation. This first meeting allows the therapist to learn about your history, your current concerns, and the physical or emotional symptoms you want to work on. It is a space where you can express what has led you to seek help through biodecoding.

Setting a goal

During this initial consultation, you and the therapist will work together to define the goals of the session. These goals will guide the whole biodecoding process, making sure that the work done is relevant and beneficial for you.

How the session unfolds

Exploring your personal history

Once the session begins, the therapist will guide you through your personal history. This exploration aims to identify moments of conflict or trauma that could be related to your current symptoms. Sometimes these moments are not obvious and need in-depth analysis to be uncovered.

Techniques used

The aim of these techniques is to help identify the “bioshock”, the specific moment of emotional conflict that is causing your physical or emotional discomfort.

Decoding the emotional conflict

The decoding process

Once the conflict has been identified, the therapist will guide you through a process of emotional release. This process, known as decoding, may include expressing repressed emotions, reprogramming limiting beliefs, and establishing new perspectives that support your wellbeing.

Release techniques

Some of the techniques that might be used at this stage include guided visualisation, inner dialogue therapy or conscious breathing exercises. These tools will help you release the conflict and integrate new ways of thinking and feeling into your daily life.

What happens after the session

Integration and reflection

After the session, it is essential to reflect on what was worked on. This integration time will allow you to take in the new perspectives and the emotions released, helping you incorporate these changes into your everyday life.

Follow-up

Depending on how complex your situation is, follow-up with additional sessions may be needed. These sessions will help consolidate progress and continue addressing other emotional conflicts that may arise.

A biodecoding session is a deep, personal process designed to identify and release the emotional conflicts that affect your physical and emotional health. If you would like to experience this process and discover how it can benefit you, I invite you to find out more about my online biodecoding therapy. It is the first step towards holistic healing and greater wellbeing.

Arantxa Pisón

Arantxa Pisón

Licensed health psychologist, register no. G-2337. I work in Vigo and online.

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