Frequently asked questions — Holiswiss

Open the Therapists page on Holiswiss, search by city or canton and filter by specialty (naturopathy, sophrology, hypnosis, acupuncture…) and language. The interactive map shows practitioners near you across all 26 cantons, including smaller towns.

Both. Each profile states the formats offered: in-person sessions, remote via video call, or both. You can filter by your preference when searching.

Yes. Profiles are verified and show specialty, approach, languages spoken, prices and, where applicable, professional certifications (ASCA, RME/EMR) as well as authentic patient reviews.

Holiswiss covers all of Switzerland: Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Bern, Basel, Lucerne, Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Sion, Lugano and all 26 cantons (French-, German- and Italian-speaking regions).

The platform is available in English, French, German and Italian, and you can filter practitioners by the language they speak.

Generally not by basic insurance (LAMal), but many supplementary insurers reimburse sessions fully or partially when the practitioner is ASCA-, RME- or EMR-certified. The amount and percentage depend on your policy.

Most major insurers offer complementary-medicine cover: CSS, Helsana, Swica, Visana, Sanitas, Assura, Groupe Mutuel, Concordia. Check with your insurer which therapies are recognised and the annual cap.

ASCA (Swiss Foundation for Complementary Medicine) and RME/EMR (Empirical Medicine Register) are the two main registers recognising therapists in Switzerland. ASCA or RME certification is usually required for supplementary insurers to reimburse sessions.

Usually not for complementary therapies: you can consult a practitioner directly. Some supplementary insurers may request documentation, so check with your insurer before the first session.

Naturopathy, sophrology, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, osteopathy, reflexology, wellness massage, reiki, magnetism, meditation, kinesiology, ayurveda, aromatherapy, shiatsu, holistic coaching and many other complementary-medicine approaches.

Naturopathy supports overall health through natural means (nutrition, herbal medicine, lifestyle). Sophrology is a mind-body relaxation and stress-management method based on breathing, muscle relaxation and positive visualisation.

Start from your goal: stress and sleep (sophrology, meditation, hypnosis), pain and physical tension (osteopathy, reflexology, massage), overall support and vitality (naturopathy, acupuncture). Each profile describes the practitioner's approach.

Yes. Since 2015, complementary medicine has been enshrined in the Swiss Federal Constitution (art. 118a). Professional registers such as ASCA and RME regulate practice and issue certifications recognised by insurers.

Prices are set by each practitioner and shown on their profile. They vary by specialty, duration and region; typically between CHF 80 and 150 per session.

Practitioners can create their profile from the therapist area of holiswiss.ch. Basic listing is free; premium plans offer more visibility, a calendar, a CRM and online booking.

From a therapist's profile, pick an available slot and confirm online. You receive an email confirmation; some practitioners also offer automatic reminders before the session.

Yes. Reviews come from patients and are moderated before publication to ensure reliable, relevant feedback on each practitioner.