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4.0 out of 5 stars
A good basic introduction to hypnotherapy, 20 Feb 2002
By A Customer
This small paperback is a good introductory guide to hypnotherapy for anyone interested in the subject.It begins by giving an overview of the history of hypnotherapy dating back to the middle ages and looking at the way it has developed to become a useful therapeutic tool today. There is a chapter on hypnosis, describing briefly what it is and how it feels to be in trance, so that anyone wanting to visit a hypnotherapist for treatment has some understanding of the way it works. The rest of the chapter describes the various methods of hypnotherapy available and applications of each type. It looks at a number of types of hypnosis from the more commonly known stage hypnosis to self hypnosis, analytical and suggestion hypnotherapy. The chapter ends with answers to common questions prospective clients may have. There is a section about clinical applications of hypnotherapy. This briefly mentions some of the common uses of hypnotherapy such as phobias, pain relief, anxiety and gives a few case studies to illustrate the main points. The final two chapters are about going for treatment. They look at issues such as what to expect during the initial consultation, ways of inducing trance and what happens during trance. Again common questions are answered in a clear, easy to understand fashion. There are some useful tips on how to find a reputable hypnotherapist, what questions to ask them, things to think about before you even go for your first session with them. It also gives sound advice if you are not happy with the therapist you have initially chosen. The book provides a common sense approach to hypnotherapy and dispels some of the myths surrounding this popular complimentary therapy. It is a valuable resource for anyone wishing to know more about the basic hypnotherapy techniques before finding a therapist or beginning self hypnosis.
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