Advanced Hypnotherapy : Hypnodynamic Techniques

by Watkins, John G.; Barabasz, Arreed F.

• ISBN13: 9780415956277
• ISBN10: 0415956277
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2007-11-29
• Publisher: Routledge

Summary

This book focuses on tested hypnoanalytic techniques, with step-by-step procedures for integrating hypnosis into psychoanalytic processes. In its examination of the latest thinking, research, and techniques, the book discusses historical origins of hypnosis as well as how to apply it to current events, such as using hypnosis in the treatment of trauma with soldiers coming out of the war in Iraq. The text shows how hypnosis can be combined with psychoanalysis to make it possible to understand the subjective world of clients. Its accessible nature, rich detail, and significant updates make the book an invaluable resource for the professional who wishes to incorporate hypnosis into his or her practice. With the authors' extensive and impressive knowledge, careful updates, and comprehensive coverage of the proper and appropriate techniques to use, this volume is an indispensable addition to the field.

Author Biography

Arreed Barabasz is professor and director of the Hypnosis Laboratory at Washington State University.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Acknowledgments	p. xi
Introduction	p. xiii
Introduction to Hypnoanalytic Techniques	p. 1
Hypnoanalytic Insight Therapy	p. 5
The Psychodynamics of Hypnotic Induction	p. 17
Hypnodiagnosis and Evaluation	p. 35
Advanced Abreactive Techniques	p. 57
Sensory Hypnoplasty and Hypnography	p. 95
Realities, Dreams, and Fantasies	p. 125
Projective Hypnoanalysis	p. 151
Dissociative Hypnoanalysis	p. 193
Ego-State Therapy	p. 235
Hypnotic Transference, Counter-Transference, and the Therapeutic Alliance	p. 273
Existential Hypnoanalysis and the Therapeutic Self	p. 303
References	p. 321
Index	p. 347
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