Introduction to Clinical Hypnosis: The Basics and Beyond

By Gary R. Elkins

Clinical hypnosis has many well-established applications including: pain management, stress management, treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety disorders, hot flashes and menopausal symptoms, smoking cessation, treatment of sleep disturbances, coping with medical procedures, as an adjunct to pediatric care, treatment of habits, facilitating mindfulness, and emotional regulation. This book provides the basic foundational knowledge in clinical hypnosis.

This comprehensive introduction to clinical hypnosis provides all of the readings and information relevant to an Introduction to Clinical Hypnosis workshop or training. It can be used as a stand-alone textbook or as a companion to an introductory workshop on clinical hypnosis. This is a state-of-the-art resource that covers topics ranging from the history and theoretical foundations of clinical hypnosis, definition of hypnosis and hypnotherapy, principles of hypnotic inductions and formulation of hypnotic suggestions, deepening hypnotic state, dealing with resistance, presenting hypnosis to clients, treatment planning, and ethical and professional issues. In addition, this introductory text covers the research evidence for clinical hypnosis, applications in child hypnosis, assessment of hypnotizability, pain management, integration with mindfulness and related interventions, as well as certification in clinical hypnosis and life-long learning.

The wealth of knowledge to be gained from this book is foundational to becoming well informed and skilled in hypnotherapy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BHGBDSYN
• ISBN13: 9798356041006
• Release Date: October 2022
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"