Valsan introduced the study of Islamic esoteric doctrine, in particular that of Ibn Arabi and his school, into the context of the "traditional studies" based around the work of René Guénon (Shaykh 'Abd al-Wahid Yahya), of which he was a constant and effective defender.
Valsan integrated the study of Islamic esotericism, particularly that of Ibn Arabi and his followers, into the framework of traditional studies established by René Guénon, a position he vigorously upheld.