Hypnotherapy Scripts, 2nd Edition is a straightforward, practical guide for doing Ericksonian hypnotherapy. This book not only explains the rationale for every step in the hypnotherapeutic process, it also contains sample scripts for each step. This edition of Hypnotherapy Scripts guides professionals through the construction of their own hypnotherapy induction and suggestion scripts. Verbatim sample transcripts of various induction and therapeutic suggestion procedures with detailed guidelines for creating one's own hypnotherapeutic inductions and metaphors are included. Recent research and writings on the role of unconscious processes, wellness, and positive psychology have been added to this edition. Also included is a detailed review of the diagnostic trance process, a therapeutic procedure unique to this text.
Author(s): Ronald A. Havens, Catherine Walters
Edition: 2
Publisher: Routledge
Year: 2002
Language: English
Pages: 280
HYPNOTHERAPY SCRIPTS A Neo-Ericksonian Approach to Persuasive Healing
Copyright
Contents
Preface to Second Edition
Preface to First Edition
Acknowledgments
Part I Concepts and Instructions
Chapter 1. A Neo-Ericksonian Orientation
The Effectiveness of Scripts
Pain Is the Primary Symptom
Comfort Is the Primary Goal
Our Multiple Minds Must Interact
Injured Interactions Cause Pain
Injuries Elude Examination
Pain Leads to the Source
Awareness Promotes Healing
Assistance May Be Needed
Conclusion
Chapter 2. Conducting a Diagnostic Trance
How the Diagnostic Trance Process Works
Step 1: Focus on the Discomfort
Step 2: Wait and See
Step 3: Imagine the Solution
Example of a Diagnostic Trance
Why and When to Use a Diagnostic Trance
Chapter 3. On Doing Hypnotheraphy
How Trance and Hypnotherapy Work
Pre-Trance Considerations
Steps in the Hypnotherapeutic Process
Guidelines for the Use of This Book
Part II Scripts
Chapter 4. Trance Induction
Induction Selection Criteria
Category IA: Basic Induction Script
Category IB: Another Basic Induction Script
Category II: Confusion Induction Script
Category III: Conversational Induction Script
Category IV: Naturalistic Induction Script
Category V: Revivification Induction Script
Category VI: Simulation Induction Script
Category VIIA: Eye Fixation and Arm Levitation Ratification Induction Script
Category VIIB: Eye Closure Ratification Induction Script
Category VIII: Brief Induction Scripts
Category IXA: Traditional Self-Hypnosis Training Script
Category IXB: Rapid Self-Hypnosis Training Script
Chapter 5. Direct Approaches to Change
The Nature of Direct Statements
Example of Treatment Using Direct Statements
The Nature of Direct Suggestions
The Nature of Similes
A Direct Approach for Creating a Pleasant Experience
A Direct Approach for Establishing Goals Posthypnotic Predetermination
A Generic Direct Approach: # 1
A Generic Direct Approach: #2
A Direct Approach for Depression
A Direct Approach for Low Self-Esteem
A Direct Approach for Anxiety
A Direct Approach for Victims of Abusive Childhoods
A Direct Approach for Impotence and Anorgasmia
A Direct Approach for Premature Ejaculation
A Direct Approach for Unexplained Infertility
A Direct Approach for Insomnia
A Direct Approach for Self-Consciousness
A Direct Approach for Psychophysiologic Disorders
A Direct Approach for Procrastination
A Direct Approach for Rehearsing Future Performance
Chapter 6. General-Purpose Metaphors
Just Trust the Unconscious
Lake Life
Building a House
The Train Trip
Erickson's Wisdom
The Movement of Ideas
Vacations
Chapter 7. Managing Chronic and Acute Pain
Chronic Pain Management Script
Anticipated Short-Term Pain Management Script
Chapter 8. Recovering From Trauma and Grief
Little Dreams: A metaphor script for adul survivors of child sexual abuse
An Apple Tree: A metaphor script for adul survivors of a recent assault
Prediction and Control: A metaphor script for adult survivors of disasters and acts of terrorism
Saying Goodbye: A metaphor script for adult survivors of child abuse and childhood trauma
Buried Treasures: A metaphor script for adult victims of child sexual abuse
Letting Go: A metaphor script for unresolved grief or bereavement
Chapter 9. Dealing With Depression
The Wicked Stepmother: A metaphor script for depression with underlying self-criticism
The Wreck: A metaphor script for depression associated with a sense of failure and helplessness
Royal Service: A metaphor script for depression associated with self-defeating efforts to please or protect others
The Hearing Test: A metaphor script for low self-esteem
Chapter 10. Alleviating Unwarranted Fears
The Worst Thing: A metaphor script for anxiety disorders
Inflated Resumes: A metaphor script for social phobias
A Quiet Birth: A metaphor script for generalized anxiety and panic attacks
Fortune Telling: A metaphor script for phobias
Alien Thoughts: A metaphor script for obsessive-compulsive disorders
Chapter 11. Concentration and Success in Work, School, and Sports
Raising Dogs: A metaphor script for procrastination
The Invisible Barrier: A metaphor script for removing self-imposed boundaries to achievement and fear of success
Contents under Pressure: A metaphor script for test or performance anxiety
Climbing Mountains: A metaphor script for fear of failure in any endeavor
Knot Perfect: A metaphor script for worries about being imperfect
Microscopes: A metaphor script for nervousness about public speaking and sales presentations
Magnifying Glass: A metaphor script for enhanced concentration
Absolute Amazement: A metaphor script for experiencing iflowî or getting into the izone
Chapter 12. Overcoming Sexual Problems
Dinner for Two: A metaphor script for improving male attitudes about sex
Learning to Ride: A metaphor script for sexual inhibitions in general
Beautiful Gifts: A metaphor script for premature ejaculation
Explosions: A metaphor script for female anorgasmia
Looking: A metaphor script for impotence
Chapter 13. Enhancing Relationships
World War I: A metaphor script for interpersonal conflicts perpetuated by old hurt feelings
Territoriality: A metaphor script for jealousy
Playgrounds: A metaphor script for insecurity and mistrust
Droughts: A metaphor script for difficulties with emotional commitments
Become as Little Children: A metaphor script for parental attitudes toward their children
Chapter 14. Medical Issues
Protective Ants: A metaphor script for increasing immune system responses to infections
Raft Trips: A metaphor script for high blood pressure
Breakdowns: A metaphor script for cardiac anxieties following a heart attack
Warming Trends: A metaphorical and direct approach for migraines
Drawing Attention: A metaphor script for insomnia
Trust: A metaphor script for relaxation prior to dental work, surgery, chemotherapy, and other intrusive medical procedures
Chapter 15. Problems in Living
Antiques: A metaphor script for dealing with an unwanted divorce
True Believers: A metaphor script for people who are obsessed by thoughts and feelings about old lovers or ex-spouses
Breaking Free: A metaphor script for mid-life crises
Migrations: A metaphor script for uncertainties about career or life goals
Magnetic Attractions: A metaphor script for spiritual longings
Chapter 16. Impulse Control and Habit or Addiction Problems
A Smoking Abstinence Script
A Weight Management Script
A Generic Habit Problem Script
Carry On: A metaphor script for compulsive gambling
Outlaws: A metaphor script for kleptomania
Chapter 17. Trance Termination Procedures
Step I: Reviewing Trance Learnings
Step II: Ratification Suggestions
Step III: Reorientation to Wakeful Awareness
Step IV: Distractions
Step V: Follow-up Questions
Chapter 18. Writing Your Own Hypnotherapy Scripts
Writing Trance Induction Scripts
Writing Metaphorical Anecdotes
Recording, Listening, and Editing
Postscript
Appendix A: Results of the Research Project to Study the Effectiveness of Scripts
References
