Photoshoot - Phototherapy
Photography is not just about creating a beautiful image — it can be a therapeutic act.
You may receive not only a photoshoot, but also emotional insight or even healing through the process of being photographed.
The essence of phototherapy lies in creating, perceiving, or experiencing photographic images — often followed by reflection and dialogue.
You can also take photos yourself (and this is not about selfies), exploring questions like:
Why this subject? Why now? Why in this way?
This process allows you to see more than just the surface — it opens a path to deeper self-understanding.
01
Preparation.
An initial conversation (in person or via video call) helps clarify your request and discuss ideas for the photoshoot.
Together, we decide which aspects of yourself you’d like to explore and express — and what you hope to see reflected in the images.
02
Photoshoot
This approach invites you into a state of creative flow — a deep, focused engagement with the process (as described by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi).
In an atmosphere of acceptance and play, you are encouraged to experiment with new poses, roles, and expressions. Spontaneity is welcomed. The photographer’s role is to create a safe space where you feel supported and free to explore.
In this state, you may feel released from habitual self-control and open to expressing authentic emotions — even unconscious impulses.
As Csikszentmihalyi noted, the flow state can transform your sense of time, leading to deep emotional experience and personal growth.
Emotions that arise during the session can be explored in conversation — either during or after the shoot.
There is also space to work with themes of sexuality — for example, through elements of erotic photography — if this aligns with your request.
This allows for a safe, respectful expression of sexual energy.
All work is done within clear ethical boundaries — both for the client and the therapist-photographer. This is essential for maintaining trust.
03
Completion and Next Steps
At the final stage, we discuss possible next steps — whether it’s continuing with creative sessions, engaging in personal photo practices, or exploring other forms of therapy.
The client receives the digital versions of their photographs — as material for ongoing self-reflection and growth.
A printed photo album can also be arranged for an additional fee.
If needed, follow-up online sessions can be scheduled. These provide space to reflect on changes noticed in everyday life, ask questions, and receive further support.
