In the discussion of psychoanalytic treatment technique asking a patient questions appears to be a controversial act. Considerations regarding this controversy are discussed phenomenologically and placed in the context of various theoretical approaches. Questions posed by an analyst are presented from the points of view of manner, meaningfulness, necessity, usefulness and possible disturbing effects. The analyst's questions are presented as part of the active effort to bring about transformation in the therapeutic process. When reflecting on the treatment, specific questions help the psychoanalysts to clarify their individual working model.