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Newsgroups: alt.hypnosis
Subject: FAQ 1 of 6 (5/97 version)
From: rhunter@halcyon.com (Roy Hunter)
Date: Thu, 1 May 1997 10:12:12 UNDEFINED
Welcome to the alt.hypnosis newsgroup! This latest version of the FAQ
was revised May 1, 1997.
This posting contains my answers to some of the most Frequently Asked
Questions concerning hypnosis (hence the title, "FAQ"). Note that the
"alt.hypnosis" group opinions on advertising will appear at the end of
the FAQ, followed by the new GLOSSARY of common hypnosis terms and
abbreviations, and the valuable RESOURCE GUIDE prepared by Paul Bunnell.
Many readers have praised earlier FAQ versions (revised occasionally),
so here is the first of six files for the 5/97 version. The FAQ has been
growing and evolving since its original posting; and new questions are
occasionally added as needed or in response to repeated requests.
Before reading my answers to some commonly asked questions, you may wish
to read the personal information which I've provided about myself.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * CONTENTS * * * * * * * * * * * * *
BACKGROUND OF FAQ AUTHOR (Roy Hunter)
QUESTIONS:
Questions 1-4 are in "FAQ 1 of 6"
Questions 5-10 are in "FAQ 2 of 6"
Questions 11-15 are in "FAQ 3 of 6"
Questions 16-21 & Ad comments are in "FAQ 4 of 6"
Resource Guide is in "FAQ 5 of 6" and "FAQ 6 of 6"
1. What IS hypnosis?
2. Does a hypnotized person give up control?
3. How does hypnosis feel?
4. How do we induce hypnosis? (Questions 1-4 are in "FAQ 1 of 6")
5. How may I learn self-hypnosis?
6. What is the difference between hypnosis and hypnotherapy?
7. What books and/or other sources can you recommend?
8. How can I choose a competent hypnosis instructor?
9. Which courses or instructors come highly recommended?
10. If I have a natural gift, why should I seek training?
11. What makes hypnotherapy different than cognitive therapy?
12. How can hypnosis be used to quit smoking or manage weight?
13. Can hypnosis be used to reduce pain and/or suffering from illness?
14. Is hypnosis dangerous?
15. Can you hypnotize someone without their knowledge?
16. Who is the leading authority on hypnosis?
17. What about stage hypnosis?
18. What about legislation to regulate hypnotherapy?
19. Is hypnotherapy covered by insurance?
20. Are people doing hypnotherapy and calling it something else?
21. What about so-called Past Life Therapy?
COMMENTS REGARDING ADVERTISING IN THIS NEWSGROUP
GLOSSARY (of common hypnosis terms & abbreviations)
RESOURCE GUIDE (Prepared by Paul Bunnell):
Books, book sources, computer sources
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BACKGROUND OF AUTHOR: My name is Roy Hunter, and I have been teaching
a nine-month professional hypnotherapy course in a college since 1987.
It was originally based on the teachings of my teacher and mentor, the
late Charles Tebbetts, who believed that all hypnosis is really guided
self-hypnosis. I concur with this, and also believe in a self-empowerment
approach. Additionally, my late mentor felt that most texts were too dry
because of authors trying to write in an academic style; so I'll write my
answers in these FAQ's with the same simple language and first-person
style that my books are written.
Please understand that my responses to the questions are based on MY
OWN EXPERIENCE rather than on scientific research (14 years full-time
hypnotherapy and 9+ years teaching); but many successful sessions
over a period of years validate my opinions as workable. Others may
have DIFFERING OPINIONS to the same questions presented here, which
might also be valid from their viewpoints (there is MORE THAN ONE
WAY to effectively help a client!). I consider myself an artist rather
than a scientist, and I teach hypnotherapy as an art.
My national honors in the profession include: 1990 Voice of the Year
(International Hypnosis Hall of Fame), 1991 Outstanding Service Award
(National Guild of Hypnotists), 1993 Dedication Award (Hypnosis Hall
of Fame), and 1995 Outstanding Service Award (International Hypnosis
Hall of Fame). Additionally, I'm the published author of three books:
SELF-HYPNOSIS FOR EMPOWERMENT (revised from the 1987 version published
as "Success Through Mind Power" by Westwood Publishing), THE ART OF
HYPNOSIS (1994, NGH; 2nd version Kendall/Hunt Publishing), and THE
ART OF HYPNOTHERAPY (1995, Kendall/Hunt Publishing). The revised
version of my first book, SELF-HYPNOSIS FOR EMPOWERMENT, is currently
available directly from me and only in electronic format.
Now that you know a little more about who I am, perhaps you will enjoy
reading my responses in this FAQ (1 of 6)...
* * * * * * * * * * QUESTIONS (and responses) * * * * * * * * * *
1. What IS hypnosis?
Opinions vary on the exact definition of this natural state of mind.
First of all, contrary to what is commonly believed by many, hypnosis
is NOT a "sleep" state even though a person in hypnosis may appear
to be sleeping. Some people assume that a hypnotized person is asleep,
especially because one who goes into a very deep trance can sometimes
have partial amnesia. I prefer the way my late mentor, Charles Tebbetts,
defined hypnosis, so let me quote his exact words as written in MIRACLES
ON DEMAND (which is currently out of print): "There is no legal definition
of hypnosis. Webster's dictionary describes it incorrectly as an artificially
induced sleep, but it is actually a natural state of mind and induced
normally in everyday living much more often than it is induced artificially.
Every time we become engrossed in a novel or a motion picture, we
are in a natural hypnotic trance (p. 211-212)."
I totally agree with the theory Charles Tebbetts taught: ALL HYPNOSIS
IS SELF-HYPNOSIS, AND THE POWER IS IN THE MIND OF THE PERSON BEING
HYPNOTIZED. So, in reality, the hypnotherapist is more like a guide
who facilitates the hypnotic process. Myron Teitelbaum, M.D., author
of HYPNOSIS INDUCTION TECHNICS, came to the same conclusion--as is
evidenced by what he wrote in the last part of Chapter 3: "The hypnotist
is merely the guide who directs and leads the subject into the trance
(page 18)." Yet even today there are debates over whether this is
true. (Simply by reading the postings on this newsgroup, you may soon
discover that people are still debating over who has the power!)
Additionally, the common belief evidenced by research is that a person
experiencing hypnosis slows down his or her brain waves from BETA
into ALPHA--although some people believe that we may actually enter
THETA during deep trance states. (THETA is normally the "dream" state
we pass through on the way to and from DELTA--or deep sleep.) Be aware
that since we must all pass through ALPHA on the way to and from sleep,
we could easily say that all of us experience hypnosis at least twice
daily. But in working with clients, I keep the explanation as simple
as possible. That being said, there are those who believe that a person
in a very deep state of hypnosis can actually attain THETA; but there are
also some who would debate that opinion.
To me, the most accurate way of defining hypnosis is to simply call
it "guided meditation." Since many of us enter a meditative or "trance"
state while listening to music, watching TV, listening to a good speaker
or a good sermon at church, or even while reading, you could say that
the hypnotist does not even have to be a live person. So if hypnosis
were ever outlawed, it would be virtually impossible to enforce, because
we would have to stop the freedom of speech and freedom of press--and
we would have to outlaw TV, music, sermons, political speeches, etc.!
On the other hand, if all hypnosis is--as Charles Tebbetts firmly
believed--really Guided self-hypnosis, then that truly makes the hypnotist
an artist! This is why I chose THE ART OF HYPNOSIS as the title for
the first volume of my major work based on the teachings of my late
mentor. Additionally, a friend of the late Milton Erickson told me
personally that Dr. Erickson was "an intuitive master of the art."
2. Does a hypnotized person give up control?
If this were true, then all hypnotherapists would have a 100% success
rate after only one session for every client who enters hypnosis.
But while countless thousands of ex-smokers have successfully used
hypnosis to quit, there are thousands more who still smoke, even after
being successfully hypnotized several times. (The same can be said
for people wishing to use hypnosis for weight control.)
Do we give up control of our minds during a movie? When is the last
time you got so involved during a movie or TV show that you actually
felt emotion? You were literally in a hypnotic trance, although you
still have the power to emerge from that state if desired. Your mind
may be guided by a movie, TV show, self-hypnosis tape, or hypnotherapist,
but YOU still have the power to resist. Even though there are some
people who seem to at least partially give up control of their minds,
that is because of misunderstanding who has the power. Certainly one
can be TRICKED into believing that he/she has "given up control" in
some forms of stage hypnosis or other experiments--but does that make
it right? I am part of the NEW ETHICS of hypnotherapy, perpetuating
what Mr. Tebbetts taught me to disclose: "ALL HYPNOSIS IS SELF-HYPNOSIS."
Once people really accept this concept, they may enter deep states of
hypnosis while still retaining the power to resist unwanted suggestions.
While it may be possible to trick some people into believing and acting
as though they have given up control, that doesn't necessarily prove
that hypnosis causes loss of control.
I proved this myself several years ago during a profoundly deep trance
when the hypnotist suggested that I shave my beard. I brought myself
right out of hypnosis and gave her a lecture on ethics that hopefully
she will always remember.
Let's start informing people where the real power is--within THEIR
OWN MINDS! This will empower them to protect themselves against being
tricked into giving up control. My ultimate goal is to help clients
attain their ideal self-empowerment. And we can begin by no longer referring
to people in hypnosis as "subjects." My own students are asked to use
the following definitions for people in hypnosis:
CLIENTS = People hypnotized for self-improvement, etc.
PARTICIPANTS = People hypnotized for practice, demonstration, stage
hypnosis, etc.
PATIENTS = People hypnotized for medical applications of hypnosis.
SUBJECTS = Those who are the subjects of someone experimenting with
hypnosis (whether for scientific research, or parlor games done by
untrained hypnotists), or someone who has been tricked into giving
up control. Please AVOID using this word to refer to clients or patients
experiencing hypnosis for a beneficial purpose!
In my opinion, the very fact that the scientific community has used
the word "subject" for so many decades is part of the reason why people
still fear hypnosis today. This very word implies giving up control...
and while there are those who wish to still use "disempowerment"
hypnotic methods by tricking people into giving up control, I believe
it's time to teach the truth about where the power is!
3. How does hypnosis feel?
Since hypnosis is a natural state of mind, clients are often surprised
that they hear every word. Unless one enters a deeper state, or at
least a medium state, he or she may not "feel" any different than
when relaxing in the favorite easy chair with a good book. One may
feel quite mellow, and may feel light (or weightless), or very heavy
as if sinking into the chair. If one enters a really deep state, the
feeling may be euphoric for some, or almost like being intoxicated
without the side effects. In a light state, it is entirely possible
for a client to believe that he or she was not hypnotized; so it is
important for a hypnotherapist to know how to competently handle the
pre-induction discussion as well as the discussion after hypnosis.
There are certain abilities which are enhanced during the actual hypnotic
process itself: (a) the ability to IMAGINE, (b) the ability to REMEMBER,
(c) the CREATIVE abilities, and (d) RESPONSIVENESS TO SUGGESTIONS.
Naturally, it is this last ability which creates the appeal of hypnosis
to some and the fear of hypnosis to others. And before you go experimenting
with hypnosis, be advised to seek competent "hands-on" training--or
at the very least, invest in a quality Home Study course! Simply reading
is not enough if you plan on facilitating hypnosis.
4. How do we induce hypnosis?
The late Charles Tebbetts taught that virtually all techniques of hypnotic
induction could be categorized into six main induction categories,
which he called INDUCTION TYPES. Once understood, a competent hypnotist
can use them as building blocks for creating almost limitless induction
techniques. They are summarized below:
a. EYE FIXATION (or "fixed gaze" methods) were primarily used during
the 1800's, and are the ones usually used by Hollywood. Many people
(including myself) do not respond to eye fixation inductions; thus,
people who might respond quite well to other induction types could
easily be mislabeled as "insusceptible" by a hypnotist employing only
this type of induction. Several of my clients who have successfully
responded to other induction types were erroneously told by an M.D.
or psychologist that they could not be hypnotized after failing to
respond to a fixed gaze induction.
b. PROGRESSIVE RELAXATION (and/or imagery) methods are frequently used
on self-hypnosis tapes, as well as by some who facilitate meditation.
Facilitators often use a relaxation induction (or guided imagery)
to have someone imagine being in a safe or peaceful place, and then
awaken to full consciousness. Often those who actually use hypnosis
inductions of this type will deny their use of hypnosis--and some
facilitators of such meditations have even told me that they don't
believe in hypnosis! A trance is a trance--is still a trance! And it is
a form of hypnosis regardless of what name it is called.
c. MENTAL CONFUSION methods are designed to confuse the conscious
mind, so that it simply becomes easier to just relax and "let go"
into hypnosis. Do not attempt this type of induction until you understand
it, and know what to do when a client enters hypnosis.
d. MENTAL MISDIRECTION methods employ active use of the imagination,
coupled with physical response, to hypnotize through responding to
suggestions. Personally, I believe a better name for this category
would be PHYSICAL RESPONSE TO IMAGINATION.
e. LOSS OF EQUALIBRIUM: most of us seem to have an inherited desire
to be gently rocked, as is evidenced by the millions of rocking chairs
available. How many mothers "hypnotize" their babies to sleep by rocking
them at night?
f. SHOCK TO NERVOUS SYSTEM (surprise): the paternal "rapid" inductions
frequently used by stage hypnotists are examples of this induction type,
employing a sudden emphatic command given in a surprising manner. The
participant or client will experience a "moment of passivity" during
which he or she will either resist the trance, or "let go" and drop quickly
into hypnosis. Some evangilists may unknowingly be hypnotizing their
followers by this method at faith healing services while shouting
a "heal" command. Although I very rarely use this induction type,
there seems to be a time and place for it once in a while.
When you understand these induction types, you may combine two or
more as "building blocks" for techniques which are as limitless as
your imagination. For more detailed explanations of these basic induction
types, as well as sample techniques, order my book THE ART OF HYPNOSIS:
MASTERING BASIC TECHNIQUES from Kendall/Hunt Publishing. It is the first
volume of a 500-page major work based mainly on the teachings of Charles
Tebbetts, and updated with my own professional experience, and is praised
highly by my peers. The second volume is THE ART OF HYPNOTHERAPY. Either
may be ordered from Kendall/Hunt Publishing at 1-(800)-228-0810.
AUTHOR'S NOTE: There are MANY excellent hypnosis books available besides
mine, and you may check Paul Bunnell's excellent resource guide for titles.
I've named mine in the FAQ because I believe it is appropriate to do so,
and because I believe the amount of time invested in preparing this FAQ
and maintaining it entitles me to refer to them. Additionally, the fact that
I've written hypnosis texts demonstrates my qualifications as author of
the FAQ for this newsgroup. While others might disagree with some of my
answers to these questions, regular readers of this newsgroup have accepted
me as the author of the OFFICIAL FAQ for alt.hypnosis since 1994.
FAQ 1 of 6 (revised 5/97) submitted by:
Roy Hunter, MS, CHt, Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor
Published Author and Professional Speaker/Trainer
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Newsgroups: alt.hypnosis
Subject: FAQ 2 of 6 (5/97 version)
From: rhunter@halcyon.com (Roy Hunter)
Date: Thu, 1 May 1997 10:12:52 UNDEFINED
This is the second FAQ posting, containing the answers to Questions 5-9.
You may wish to read the one entitled "FAQ 1 of 6" first if you have not
already done so, as it contains the Table of Contents and Questions 1-4.
5. How may I learn self-hypnosis?
The best way to learn self-hypnosis is by asking a qualified hypnotherapist
to teach you, and to give you post-hypnotic suggestions to reinforce
what you learn. Additionally, you may find it helpful to read a good
book on the subject. The one I like best is: SELF-HYPNOSIS AND OTHER
MIND-EXPANDING TECHNIQUES by Charles Tebbetts (Westwood Publishing).
A former member of British Parliament told me that, in his opinion,
the above book was one of the two best books ever written on self-hypnosis.
He also recommended my own self-hypnosis book to his students. (You may
e-mail me privately if interested in how to obtain my book. It is being
considered for publication by a major publisher.)
Also, SELF-HYPNOTISM by Leslie LeCron is very good, as well as HYPNOTISM
& MEDITATION by Ormond McGill (Westwood Publishing). I personally
enjoyed CREATIVE VISUALIZATION by Shakti Gawain (Publisher: New World
Library). Additionally, there are many good self-help books on visualization
that are really recommending self-hypnosis techniques even when the
author does not disclose that the techniques are forms of self-hypnosis.
Additionally, the Resource Guide has several listings for computer programs
designed to teach self-hypnosis.
6. What is the difference between hypnosis and hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is the use of hypnosis for self-improvement and/or the
release of problems. All hypnotherapy employs hypnosis; but not all
hypnosis is hypnotherapy. Additionally, mastering the art of hypnosis
does not necessarily mean one is qualified as a hypnotherapist. Contrary
to what many might believe, there is more to helping someone overcome
an unwanted habit than simply giving hypnotic suggestions. If a person's
subconscious resists positive suggestions for goal achievement, the
competently trained hypnotherapist is far more likely to be of service
than those with minimal training in hypnosis, or who are simply self-taught.
And a background in counseling is NOT a substitute for adequate training
in hypnotherapy when hypnosis is used to help people. (Refer to Questions
8 and 9 regarding training.)
7. What books and/or other sources can you recommend?
When I studied hypnosis back in 1983, Charles Tebbetts required all
his students to read HYPNOTISM TODAY by LeCron & Bordeaux (Wilshire
Book Co.). Although it was written about a half-century ago, it stood
for many years as the leading book recommended by my mentor, along
with another book entitled HYPNOTHERAPY by Dave Elman (Westwood Publishing),
which I strongly recommend that any serious student of hypnosis purchase
and read, as well as John Hugh's HYPNOSIS: THE INDUCTION OF CONVICTION
(available from the National Guild of Hypnotists).
My own two-volume major work based on the teachings of my late mentor
is already resulting in many praises from my peers: THE ART OF HYPNOSIS
(1st edition sold out; 2nd version available from Kendall/Hunt Publ.); and
THE ART OF HYPNOTHERAPY. You may order either volume by calling toll-free at
1-800-228-0810; and receive a discount if you order both volumes together.
An OUTSTANDING resource list was compiled by Paul Bunnell, which is
posted as "FAQ 5 of 6" and FAQ 6 of 6" along with a partial list of other
books highly recommended by my peers. To avoid duplication, my list (which
previously appeared here) now appears in the RESOURCE GUIDE section
of this FAQ, along with Paul Bunnell's list of books and other valuable
resources.
8. How can I choose a competent hypnosis instructor?
Rather than simply telling you where to go, allow me to share my own
views regarding instruction itself. My opinions expressed here are
my own; this is NOT written in behalf of any hypnosis association.
However, my response is from the point of reference of a combination
of factors: my professional experience, my national involvement with
several hypnosis associations and other leaders in the profession,
my awareness that there are some who would like to control who can
legally practice hypnosis, and that there are legitimate concerns
raised about the inadequate training programs that are all too common.
Many 3-day to 5-day training programs have provided "certification"
representing that a participant can become a qualified or certified
"hypnotherapist" who can work with almost any client walking through
the door. And on 4/1/97, I saw a 3-day "certification" course flier
advertising that someone with a doctorate degree can become a
"Certified Medical Hypnotherapist" after only three days of training!!!
I'll respond to this question by quoting sections from pages 6-10 of my
own book, THE ART OF HYPNOTHERAPY:
"Charles Tebbetts said numerous times that there is no substitute
for practice to develop confidence and competence with the art of
hypnosis. In my opinion, this is even more true for those who wish
to teach the art of hypnosis. [portions deleted]...how can you determine
whether or not your prospective trainer is your wisest choice? First
of all, ask your prospective hypnotherapy teacher whether or not he/she
practices hypnotherapy on a full-time or part time basis, and for
how many years. This is far more important than his or her academic
credentials.
[snip]..."I would far rather see someone teaching basic hypnotherapy
with five years' experience in the profession than an instructor with
a doctorate degree who only occasionally uses hypnosis in his or her
practice of medicine or psychology--except for medical and/or other
specialized applications of hypnosis." (I believe specialty courses
should normally be taught by those who specialize in those applications
of hypnosis.)
It is also my opinion that newly certified hypnotherapists who jump
right into teaching hypnosis a few weeks after their certification
course are jeopardizing the credibility of our profession. Pay your
dues and get your experience first!
SECOND: Find out the length of the training. Is it a one-weekend
certification course? If so, forget it unless it is a specialized
application of hypnosis for those who are already using hypnotherapy
professionally. Most major hypnosis associations around the United States
have now endorsed a 100-hour minimum training requirement before one may be
considered a "certified hypnotherapist," even if said person has counseling
experience.
THIRD: Find out whether or not the techniques taught are client-centered
and the classes student-centered. Will you learn hypnotherapy techniques
that you must use on every single client? There is no hypnotic technique
I know of that will work on all of the people all of the time. Charles
Tebbetts taught what I call "diversified client-centered hypnosis." (This
definition was given to me by Maria Cobb, a competent hypnotherapist
practicing in Greensboro, North Carolina.)
Also, my teacher exclusively taught subject matter that was directly
related to the art of hypnotherapy. He did not believe we needed hundreds
of hours of classes on theories or on topics that have nothing to
do with the practice of hypnotherapy.
Additionally, has your instructor been certified as a hypnotherapy
instructor? Many hypnotherapy instructors are self-appointed! While
some self-appointed instructors may be competent, others might be
teaching courses that are not recognized by any of the major hypnosis
associations.
Last but not least, find out whether the approach is self-empowerment
or whether your instructor is treating people as "subjects" which
he/she dominates during therapy.
Realize that because hypnosis is an art, there is probably no such
thing as a perfect instructor. Be willing to learn from him or her;
but make certain you are also willing to continue learning and grow
beyond your instructor's viewpoints. DON'T EVER make the mistake of
thinking your instructor is the only person qualified to be an authority
in hypnotherapy. None of us has all the answers, and I do not recognize
anyone as the "leading authority" in hypnosis. We are all still learning.
If the only program available near you is a short one, be willing
to refer many of your clients to those who are adequately trained.
Make a commitment to yourself to pursue additional training ASAP,
and/or enroll in a home study course (check the resource guide). Even
if you have counseling experience, please do NOT let 3-day or one-week
certification instructors dupe you into thinking that their short
courses offer sufficient training to qualify you to use regressions
or other advanced techniques to deal with subconscious resistance
to change! (The National Guild's Code of Ethics FORBIDS the use of
hypnotic regression until you are trained in that area!) Don't get
stung by the consequences of their failure to respond to the light
of truth: there is NO SHORTCUT to learning hypnosis competently. The
increasing controversies over "false memories" have resulted from
therapists employing hypnotic regression without adequate training
in hypnotic techniques! ...and in many cases these are experienced
mental health counselors who have only minimal training in hypnosis.
9. Which courses or instructors come highly recommended?
The answer to this question will vary based on who you ask. My first
FAQ postings provided names and phone numbers of organizations which
I can comfortably recommend; but due to incessant criticism and flames
concerning organizations omitted or critiqued in those posts, I have
chosen to delete giving specific recommendations in an informational
posting. (NOTE: If you are seriously contemplating training, you may
wish to refer to Paul Bunnell's RESOURCE GUIDE, and do your homework...)
I recommend you interview your prospective instructor. Also, if you
study from someone who teaches one primary modality, be careful to
avoid the trap of believing that your instructor's techniques are
the only ones that are valid. NO technique, no matter how effective,
will work for all the people all the time. Be willing to fit the technique
to the client rather than vice versa. This requires width and depth
of training! It is absolutely impossible for most people to learn
enough techniques to accomplish this in just one week--no matter what
his/her academic credentials are.
If a one-week course or less is all that is initially available to
you, then you might consider investing in a Home Study course. Then,
please make a firm commitment to both yourself and your clients to
continue your training as soon as you can afford to invest the time
and money to do so, whether this is by investing in a home study course
as a supplement to augment the shorter course, and/or by traveling to work
with a competent trainer. When possible, please augment any Home Study
course with "hands-on" training.
Hypnosis is an art. I hope your instructor teaches it as such. Remember
that an art cannot be mastered overnight! Give yourself TIME to learn.
10. If I have a natural gift, why should I seek training?
Some people seem gifted in the art of hypnosis right from the very
first class, so it is possible that you could be good at non-therapeutic
aspects of hypnosis. But if you EVER plan on using hypnosis in a therapeutic
way to help people be motivated, or to overcome bad habits, etc.,
you run two risks if you fail to obtain "hands-on" training:
(a) First of all, and of VITAL importance, you run a risk of someone
being left with a negative impression of hypnosis if he/she fails
to respond to your attempts to help. Even the best of us cannot help
all the people all the time. But the probability of helping a client
is far greater if you have a good understanding of a variety of techniques
and disciplines, so that you may fit the technique to the client rather
than the other way around. Even if you understand the importance of
suggestion structure, some people may have subconscious resistance
to change. Frequently the failure is not theirs; but rather, that
of an inadequately trained hypnotherapist who tried to make the client
fit his/her technique or style. Believe it or not, this sometimes
happens with counselors or psychologists with little or no training
in hypnotherapy who use hypnosis because it is legal for them to do
so. For example, improper wording itself often cancels hypnotic suggestion.
(b) Second, you will simply not have the respect of hypnotherapists
who have respected hypnosis enough to invest in their own training.
If you ARE one of those who learned in only 3 to 5 days, do yourself
a favor and SEEK ADDITIONAL TRAINING, even if through a home study
course. This is important to both you and your clients.
Additionally, our legal survival as a profession is in danger because
of the very fact that there are self-taught people using hypnosis
therapeutically, as well as "certified" hypnotherapists who only completed
"certification" courses lasting a week or less. We as a profession
simply must increase our own standards if we are to prevent the A.M.A.
and A.P.A. from dictating who may or may not use hypnosis. Some with
doctorate degrees have been ACTIVELY trying to legislate us out of
legality in a number of states. We must start insisting that hypnotherapists
seek adequate training before calling themselves "Certified Hypnotherapists,"
or we must create a new name for those trained in advanced techniques!
If we do not do so, there is a risk that hypnosis could once again
be controlled by an elite few.
Although I will admit these opinions are my own, they are strong ones based
on my awareness of problems that have arisen in recent years. Please don't
take short-cuts in your training, or you may be short-cutting both yourself
and your clients.
FAQ 2 of 6 (revised 5/97) submitted by:
Roy Hunter, Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor
Published Author and Professional Speaker/Trainer
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Newsgroups: alt.hypnosis
Subject: FAQ 3 of 6 (5/97 version)
From: rhunter@halcyon.com (Roy Hunter)
Date: Thu, 1 May 1997 10:13:22 UNDEFINED
This is my third FAQ posting, containing Questions 11-15. You may wish
to read the ones entitled "FAQ 1 of 6" and "FAQ 2 of 6" first if you have
not already done so, as they contain Questions 1-10.
11. What makes hypnotherapy different than cognitive therapy?
Cognitive counseling deals with issues at a cognitive level; and many
of life's problems require just that. When someone has to make difficult
cognitive decisions, competent professional help is absolutely essential!
For example, hypnotherapy is not a substitute for marriage counseling.
But when it comes to changing habits or behaviors regulated by the
subconscious, there is nothing faster than competent hypnotherapy
to facilitate subconscious change. However, hypnosis is NOT A PANACEA
for all life's problems, and it should not be advertised as such.
It's also important to realize that a competent hypnotherapist recognizes
that he or she is NOT licensed to diagnose (unless trained and licensed
to do so). While a physician, psychologist, or licensed mental health
practitioner may be qualified to diagnose or "label" the cause of
someone's problem, it is advisable for the hypnotherapist to avoid
doing so. Additionally, in my opinion, even when a licensed mental
health practitioner uses hypnosis, it is VITALLY important to avoid
projecting the preconceived opinion into the hypnotherapy session.
If that opinion is incorrect, it may taint the trance--making it difficult
to differentiate between repressed memories and false memories. This is
one of numerous reasons why you need specialized training in hypnosis even
if you are already a mental health practitioner.
A diagnostician formulates a professional opinion on the cause of
a problem. A competent hypnotherapist asks the client's subconscious
mind to disclose the cause, and then either proceeds or refers accordingly,
based on the information disclosed -- as well as his/her qualifications.
Here's a good analogy: psychologists and mental health counselors
could be compared to the "hardware" experts, whereas hypnotherapists
are only trained to improve the software. But even the "hardware" experts
need competent training in hypnosis if they plan on employing it.
With that being said, there are some traditional therapists who also emply
hypnosis, and thus prefer that traditional therapy be called by that name
rather than by the name of "cognitive" therapy.
12. How can hypnosis be used to quit smoking or manage weight?
There are many roads leading from San Francisco to New York; likewise
there are many ways to successfully help someone quit smoking. But
the KEY is simple: THE CLIENT MUST CHOOSE TO CHANGE. If this is not
so, long-term success is very unlikely.
I use a positive approach, based on the client identifying the benefits
of change. Hypnosis is used to sell the benefits to the subconscious
before any suggestions are given to quit smoking or reduce.
Some people use substitutes for old smoking triggers, and some do
not. I recommend one deep breath, as it has no calories and no side
effects. It is far better for the CONSCIOUS mind to choose the substitute
than for the subconscious, as one addiction might be traded for another.
Furthermore, if there is still pleasure associated with smoking, the
client needs to make a conscious decision to choose another way of
having some pleasure in a healthy manner, or there is greater risk
of backsliding. Some hypnotherapists unnecessarily use regression
back to the first smoke, based on the premise that the original cause
must be removed. But with smoking, more recent causes usually far
overshadow the original cause, which has often faded with time. However,
if there is subconscious resistance to the positive approach, I'll use
hypnotherapy (as described in the last paragraph of this question).
With weight reduction, I still start with the benefits approach. Often
there is more work to be done, however, as people may overeat as an
adjunctive response to another unresolved issue. Depending on the
cause disclosed by the subconscious mind, I may or may not be qualified
to help the client resolve the issue. Some clients are referred elsewhere.
If there is subconscious resistance to the more positive approach
for ANY type of goal, a client-centered approach would be to ask the
subconscious to reveal what the cause is so that it may be released.
(Without release from the cause, the problem may return.) Once the cause
is revealed by the subconscious, there are numerous techniques that a
competently trained hypnotherapist may use, including (but not limited to)
regression therapy or parts therapy. And before you use advanced techniques,
you are well-advised to have received competent supervised training in
such techniques!
13. Can hypnosis be used to reduce pain and/or suffering from illness?
Pain is a warning that something is wrong with the body, and it needs
to be diagnosed by someone qualified to do so. Any competent hypnotherapy
instructor emphasizes to his or her students the importance of requiring
a written referral from an examining physician before ever using hypnosis
to reduce pain or other physical symptoms. The exception (for those
who are not licensed to practice medicine) is if the examining physician
is physically present and/or is supervising the hypnotic process. Once
such permission is obtained, hypnosis can often be a very beneficial
ADJUNCT to appropriate traditional treatment.
Since the time of a hypnotherapist is not nearly as expensive as the
time of a physician, hopefully there will be greater cooperation between
the medical profession and the hypnotherapy profession in the future.
A competently trained hypnotherapist should know, even with a medical
referral, when to simply use hypnosis for symptom removal, and when
and how to use hypnosis to search for subconscious causes of the symptom(s).
Hypnosis can make a difference even with major disease! You might
be interested in reading LOVE, MEDICINE & MIRACLES by Bernie S. Siegel,
M.D. (Publisher: Harper & Row), and/or ANSWER CANCER by Steve Parkhill.
One of my professional goals is to help build a bridge of credibility
between hypnotherapy and traditional therapy.
14. Is hypnosis dangerous?
According to many instructors, hypnosis of and by itself is not dangerous.
If it were, we would all be in jeopardy every time we get engrossed
in a good book, movie, or TV show. But unwise use of suggestion may
create the opposite of the desired results if the person using hypnosis
does not understand the disciplines of suggestion structure. For example,
a suggestion such as "You don't like candy" will cause someone to
imagine candy, and imagination is the language of the subconscious!
What we say and how we say it creates images in the subconscious,
which does not know the difference between fact and fantasy. (If you
don't believe that last statement, hold your arms out in front of
you and close your eyes. Then imagine a bucket in one hand and 100
helium balloons in the other. Imagine SEEING water pour into the bucket.
HEAR it splashing, and FEEL the bucket getting heavy. After several
seconds of deep breathing, open your eyes and notice where your arms
are. Most people will notice a difference!) An untrained hypnotist
often talks about the problems to be avoided; whereas most competent
hypnotherapists focus on results--whether they use direct or indirect
suggestions, and/or discovering and releasing the subconscious cause(s)
of resistance to change.
However, with that being said, there are several areas of concern which
I believe need to be addressed here:
a. AVERSION SUGGESTION: In my opinion, the gross aversion suggestion
given in many group hypnosis seminars is very risky. If a person VIVIDLY
IMAGINES major disease as a result of smoking, and convinces himself
or herself that the disease will come if the smoking habit persists,
then how can we be sure whether the negative subconscious belief had
anything to do with creating the onset of the disease??? Suggestions
must be kept POSITIVE, affirming the desired results. Yet there are
books written by people with doctorate degrees which advocate the
use of aversion suggestion when dealing with tobacco and other addictions.
One of my former clients, desperate to lose weight, bought a suggestion
given by her psychiatrist to get sick whenever she tasted or desired
pizza; and she did so twice weekly whenever her husband called for
pizza delivery. After suffering for over a year, she saw me to have
the aversion suggestion removed. I am 99% opposed to most uses of
aversion suggestion, except very temporary and mild ones in rare cases
when numerous other attempted (and appropriate) techniques are resisted.
b. REGRESSIONS AND FALSE MEMORIES: First of all, let's consider the
fact that a COMPETENTLY trained hypnotherapist might, in some cases,
choose to hypnotize a client with a hypnotic regression being one
of the objectives to achieving therapeutic results! This is perfectly
acceptable if the hypnotherapist is trained in the effective handling
of client abreactions, understands the risk of false memories, AND
is also working within his or her field of competency. But if you
have not had "hands on" training in regression therapy, or if you
do not understand the difference between "leading" and "guiding" questions
or suggestions, BE ADVISED to avoid causing hypnotic regressions.
Because of the increased ability to fantasize, it is all to easy for
a compliant client to fantasize a suggested sexual molestation that
never took place!!! Some mental health professionals have found themselves
on the wrong end of lawsuits because of this very problem. This is
a glaring example of the dangers of projecting your own pre-conceived
opinions into the trance state created by your clients; so until you
know how to competently facilitate a hypnotic regression, DON'T --
not even if you are an experienced counselor.
If the above warnings about false memories aren't enough to convince you
to obtain competent training, ask yourself how easy it would be for a
"UFO abductee-wannabe" to convince both himself/herself and a hypnotist
that a real abduction took place? Also, if a hypnotist is convinced that
an overweight person starved to death in a past life, it is amazingly
easy for the subconscious to fantasize something to validate that opinion.
In short, people REGARDLESS of their degrees (or lack thereof) should avoid
using hypnosis to validate a pre-conceived opinion about the cause of a
client's problem.
c. PAIN MANAGEMENT: Since pain is a warning that something is wrong
with the body, the cause should be discovered by someone who is licensed
to diagnose. See my comments for Question #13.
d. ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOR: No ethical hypnotherapist would even consider
trying to use hypnosis to induce criminal or anti-social behavior,
nor trying to deceive someone into doing such. Furthermore, research
seems to indicate that a person would not knowingly accept suggestions
to break the law unless he/she is already inclined to do so. Nonetheless
there are occasional postings on this newsgroup claiming that some
people have been the subjects of secret government experiements involving
drug-induced hypnotic mind control experiements. Although I am not
personally aware of such experiments, there have been many questionable
things done over the centuries in the name of scientific research.
I personally believe that a normal person could resist unwanted suggestions
(especially if he/she knows that hypnosis is self-hypnosis), but I'm
not qualified to state what might or might not be possible with certain
mind-altering drugs. Also, people can be tricked even in a fully conscious
state; so it might be unwise to let an unscrupulous person hypnotize you.
e. FORENSIC HYPNOSIS: If you plan on using forensic hypnosis, perhaps
you should read TRANCE ON TRIAL (Scheflin and Shapiro) and then decide
whether you wish to seek additional training in that field first.
And, unless you have a legal background or background in law enforcement,
make certain that the training you receive is specialized and adequate.
Even with all my years of experience in hypnotherapy, I still avoid
the use of forensic hypnosis.
f. DEPENDENCE: The dependence issue should not be a concern with any
client of a hypnotherapist who seeks to help a client become self-empowered.
And client-centered techniques are designed to help clients use the
power of their own minds to change, while the hypnotherapist is simply
the guide or facilitator of such change. And since I'm a firm believer
in the benefits of self-hypnosis, perhaps you could say that I've
become dependent on self-hypnosis because it works! Furthermore, I'll
put myself on the receiving end of hypnotherapy whenever I require
it. Self-hypnosis is like lifting a chair; but when I'm moving a piano
in my subconscious, it's much easier with someone on the other end
helping to lift.
15. Can you hypnotize someone without their knowledge?
In my opinion, we should not ask whether this is possible, but whether this
would be ETHICAL!
This question is included in the FAQ because there are many who want to know.
Unfortunately, just as people can be tricked while fully aware, they can also
be tricked into hypnosis without knowing -- or even believing -- that they
are in a hypnotic trance!
IMPOSSIBLE you might ask? Well, ask yourself how many times you've been
literally HYPNOTIZED by television! Since hypnosis is a natural state of
mind, you can even enter hypnosis without realizing it while sitting in
Church on Sunday listening to the sermon.
The best way to recognize the spontaneous hypnotic state is to be AWARE
of when your imagination starts working vividly. Realize that since all
hypnosis is really self-hypnosis, YOU have the ability to MONITOR all
suggestions going into your mind...unless, through ignorance, you have been
tricked into giving up control. Refer back to Questions 1 & 2.
Now I'm going to state an opinion that may be considered the most
controversial of this FAQ...
It is my opinion that religious cults often control their membership
through group hypnosis. This belief is partly based on my own past
experience as a member of a religious cult. It took several years
for me to overcome the guilt and become fully "de-programmed" from all
the manipulative subconscious programming done by my former church.
So it is now my opinion that some religions regularly hypnotize their
membership without their ever knowing it. Does that make it ethical?
FAQ 3 of 6 (revised 5/97) submitted by:
Roy Hunter, MS,CHt, Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor
Published Author and Professional Speaker/Trainer
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Newsgroups: alt.hypnosis
Subject: FAQ 4 of 6 (5/97 version)
From: rhunter@halcyon.com (Roy Hunter)
Date: Thu, 1 May 1997 10:13:52 UNDEFINED
This is my fourth FAQ posting, containing Questions 16-21. You may wish to
read the other FAQ postings first if you have not already done so, as they
contain Questions 1-15.
16. Who is the leading authority on hypnosis?
This is a difficult question to answer. There are some who hold themselves
up as such, but the longer I'm in this profession the more I realize
there is to learn about the art of hypnosis.
Who is the leading authority on music? Music is an art. Would you
consider Barbra Streisand the leading authority on music? Of course
not... but she is a master artist! Would you consider a music professor
at Juliard a leading authority? In classical music? In popular music?
In country Western? And is there a difference between an artist and
an expert who is an "authority" on any one area of music? It's only
a matter of opinion. Whose opinion? And is the "authority" also a
good artist?
Hypnosis can be used to reduce pain. Hypnosis can be used to quit
smoking. Hypnosis can be used for weight reduction. Hypnosis can be
used to overcome phobias. Hypnosis can be used to reduce stress or
anxiety. Hypnosis can be used for entertainment. Can any one person
be an expert in all areas? It's only a matter of opinion. Whose opinion?
I personally recognize the late Dave Elman as a leading 20th Century
pioneer of widespread acceptance of hypnosis by physicians. I personally
recognize LeCron & Bordeaux as 20th Century pioneers as well. I personally
recognize the late Milton Erickson, M.D., as the Grandfather of modern
hypnotherapy. I personally recognize the late Charles Tebbetts as
the leading authority of his day on diversified client-centered hypnosis.
I personally recognize Arthur Winkler, PhD (still living), as the leading
authority on spiritual uses of hypnosis. I personally recognize Ormond
McGill (still living) as the world expert on stage hypnosis. Since medical
applications of hypnosis is not my area of expertise, I am not qualified
to give my opinion on the leading authorities of medical applications
of hypnosis, past or present.
There are some who give public seminars for smoking cessation and/or
weight reduction who represent themselves as "authority" within the
hypnotherapy profession; and the negative aversion suggestions and/or
disempowerment approach indicate to me their lack of training. They
frequently make promises of outrageous "success rates" which are as
unbelievable as they sound. If they knew half of what they say they
know about hypnotherapy, they would inform their audiences how to
wisely choose a hypnotherapist for the needed private followup sessions.
They would be doing everyone a favor by supporting the local hypnotherapist.
Success in marketing does not qualify that person as an "authority"
in hypnosis. Let him or her who is considered a "leading authority"
be so designated by others and not by himself or herself.
There are some who feel they are so much more qualified than others
that they would like to have total control over all who practice hypnotherapy.
There is already an uphill battle because certain psychologists would
like to outlaw hypnotherapy by defining it as part of the practice
of psychology. See my comments in question 18.
17. What about stage hypnosis?
This is a broad topic that could easily justify a separate FAQ. If an
experienced stage hypnotist wishes to write one and label it as the "Stage
Hypnosis FAQ," please feel free to do so. Meanwhile, here's my opinion...
The reason most people do things they might not ordinarily do during a
hypnosis show is primarily because of the expectations. Many of those
same people might refuse similar suggestions in the privacy of a hypnotherapy
office. While most hypnotherapists believe that all hypnosis is really
guided self-hypnosis, it is also true that a person will respond according
to his/her beliefs! So if a person enters hypnosis during a stage
show with the belief that the hypnotist has control, he/she will respond
accordingly unless given a suggestion which there is strong emotional
resistance to refuse. Some people can be tricked into giving their
power away, but that doesn't make it right to do so.
Many hypnotherapists are totally against stage hypnosis; but again, my
belief is that stage hypnosis of and by itself is neither good nor bad.
Rather, it depends on the way it is presented. Some hypnotherapists forget
that stage hypnosis has kept interest in hypnosis alive since the days
of Mesmer. Let's appreciate that fact!
18. What about legislation to regulate hypnotherapy?
In 1987, Washington State enacted a law requiring anyone practicing
hypnotherapy for compensation to be a "Registered Hypnotherapist"
unless practicing hypnosis within his/her scope of practice in another
licensed health care field. "A Law Relating to Counselors -- RCW 18.19"
also requires that hypnotherapists abide by professional standards
of ethics, but it gives freedom to the hypnotherapy profession to
be self-regulated, thus providing benefit to both the profession and
to the general public.
In other states, the ASCH has made attempts to pass legislation that
would outlaw hypnotherapy unless done by someone with a doctorate
degree or by a licensed mental health care professional. They succeeded
in Texas, and the hypnotherapy profession is now fighting to reverse
a law which in my opinion should be considered unconstitutional because
it erased an entire existing profession. This type of restrictive
legislation is in my opinion nothing more than a "turf war" designed to
protect the pocketbooks of an elite few at the expense of many competent
hypnotherapists as well as those among the general public who may be
unethically denied their right of free choice for alternative therapy.
Also, such turf wars apparently are not just limited to the psychologists.
According to information I've received from the O.P.E.I.U. (AFL/CIO),
there have already been attempts made in at least two states to legally
require hypnotherapists to belong to the A.C.H.E. in order to practice
hypnotherapy; although Gil Boyne sent me an e-mail stating that the
information I received is incorrect. At his request, that e-mail was
reproduced in an earlier version of this FAQ -- along with a letter from
Rev. Scott Giles with an opposing point of view. However, in order to minimize
controversy, I have deleted both e-mails from the current version of the FAQ.
In early 1996 there was much debate over a controversial bill in California.
While many of us residing in other states were asked not to meddle, we
were extremely interested because we believe that events which took
place in California could impact our profession nationwide. Again, I will not
take space in this FAQ to reproduce the arguments pro and con. However,
because some hypnotherapists who opposed AB 2696 believe that the Union
backed the bill, it is appropriate for me to state that the O.P.E.I.U.
did NOT back AB 2696 in its revised format. Hypnotherapists all across
the country were glad to learn that AB 2696 died.
Where do I stand personally on legislation? I oppose turf wars. In my
opinion, NO ONE GROUP nor any one hypnosis association should have
total control over hypnotherapy in any state or any country. Be loyal
to principles, and give your loyalty in degrees to those organizations
and/or leaders who EARN it -- and NOT to those who simply demand it or try
to pass legislation to enforce loyalty. Let the legislation serve
both the profession and the general public rather than serving the
elite. It is my hope that whatever legislation passes in any state will
become a win/win for both the hypnotherapy profession AND the public,
just as we have inside Washington State. The public can benefit by the
requirement of hypnotherapists to follow professional ethical standards,
and hypnotherapy can benefit by BOTH increased credibility AND possible
insurance reimbursement.
19. Is hypnotherapy covered by insurance?
Because of the Washington State legislation requiring registration of
hypnotherapists, doors are finally being opened for insurance reimbursement
inside Washington...and it may soon spread to other states.
Certain health care plans now include coverage for hypnotherapy under
certain circumstances when done by a Registered Hypnotherapist. While the
scope of coverage is somewhat limited, and only a few plans offer such
coverage, this is a start!
Additionally, Boeing covers smoking cessation as an employee benefit even
when hypnotherapy is used. ONLY the employee is covered; the cost is 80%
reimbursed up to the first $200, and the employee must submit a special
reimbursement form to Boeing rather than going through his/her normal
health insurance plans. (Note: If the Boeing employee is unable to obtain
the proper form through his/her local Boeing plant, one may be obtained by
contacting the Boeing Company in Seattle at Mail Stop 11-56.)
Perhaps it's time for the general public to ask their insurance companies
to offer coverage for hypnotherapy! There was a time when chiropractic was
not available in any insurance plan...yet now there are numerous health
plans that include chiropractic.
It's time for hypnotherapy to be recognized!
20. Are people doing hypnotherapy and calling it something else?
A trance is still a trance, regardless of whether it is called hypnosis,
meditation, visualization, progressive relaxation, creative daydreaming,
auditing, rebirthing, etc. Most people experience trance states frequently
without ever realizing it.
Facilitators in seminars often employ group hypnosis without disclosing to
their audience that hypnosis is being used!!! In some cases, the facilitator
actually realizes that he/she is hypnotizing the audience. In other cases,
the facilitator doesn't even realize that hypnosis is taking place! This is
OFTEN true in church, where a minister who literally hypnotizes many in the
congregation will actually command those same people to avoid hypnosis!
One religious organization actually employes hypnosis under a different name
while telling its members to avoid using hypnosis! YOU decide the ethics of
this. How would you like to be hypnotized by the same person repeatedly, and
be given suggestions to return week after week, and then be given suggestions
to refuse to let anyone else ever hypnotize you???
It's time we awaken out of our mass hypnosis. Perhaps the true hypnotherapist
is actually DE-hypnotizing people from the negative trances induced upon us
by the world around us.
21. What about so-called Past Life therapy?
This is among the most controversial hypnotic techniques. While many can
truthfully argue that there is no scientific evidence to support the validity
of past life regressions, there are those who argue with equal fervor that
clients have enjoyed profound benefit from past life regressions (PLR).
Does one person's belief OR disbelief in PLR make it true or untrue? Most of
those reading this FAQ have already formed opinions pro or con, or somewhere
inbetween. Before revealing my somewhat ambiguous opinion, consider SEVERAL
possible explanations...
a. FANTASY OR METAPHOR: This is a possible explanation for many PLR's, and
is plausible even if you believe one or more of the other explanations.
b. ACTUAL PAST LIFE MEMORIES: Many people believe that this explanation
can neither be proven NOR disproven by science. While it has been said
that extraordinary claims demand extraordinary proof, the scientist might
wisely ask "Can it be proven?" while others might ask, "Can you disprove it?"
If something cannot be proven to be true, does that prove it to be untrue?
c. SOUL-TAPPING: Is it possible for us to tap into actual memories of a
soul that lived in the past? Perhaps we can be like a VCR, playing the
tape of selected memories by tapping into the Universal Library where the
book of life is kept, etc., or Akashic records, or by tapping into the
actual memories of a departed soul.
d. UNIVERSAL CONSCIOUSNESS: Some people believe we can tap into the Holy
Spirit or Universal Consciousness, and find any appropriate memories of
an actual soul that lived in the past...as though all such memories
remain permanently circulating in the universe.
You are free to choose your own explanation(s) which best serve you. However,
if you are a practicing hypnotherapist, it is my opinion that we should work
within the CLIENT'S belief system! It is your personal right to decide
which of the above explanations you choose to believe. However, the most
client-centered approach is to AVOID projecting your own belief into the
client. Please do NOT facilitate a PLR if the client does not request it.
Likewise, please do NOT criticize a client for requesting a PLR if you do
not believe in it. Either honor the request, or refer him/her elsewhere.
PLR is discussed at length in Chapter 13 of THE ART OF HYPNOTHERAPY. But I
must tell you that you still might not know my own beliefs regarding this
controversial technique evern after reading my book!
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FAQ 4 of 6 (revised 5/97) submitted by:
Roy Hunter, MS,CHt, Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor
Published Author and Professional Speaker/Trainer
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Newsgroups: alt.hypnosis
Subject: FAQ 5 of 6 (5/97 version, glossary added )
From: rhunter@halcyon.com (Roy Hunter)
Date: Thu, 1 May 1997 10:15:41 UNDEFINED
This is my fifth FAQ posting, containing the new GLOSSARY and the first
part of Paul Bunnel's excellent Resource Guide. You may wish to read the
other FAQ postings first if you have not already done so, as they contain
my answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
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abreaction: emotional discharge, usually due to remembering past pain
anchoring: establishing a trigger which, when activated, will trigger certain
responses, happens randomly in life, but can be suggested during
hypnosis (also see triggers)
age regression: guiding a hypnotized person backwards in time by his/her age
WARNING: Only those trained in regression therapy should do this!
alpha: a state of the mind where brainwave activity slows down to a range of
from 7-14 cycles per second, during which we experience hypnosis, and
which we pass through on the way to and from sleep daily
altered consciousness: synonomous with alpha; terminology used to refer to
the state of mind we experience during hypnosis, meditation, or any
form of trance
aversion suggestion: suggestions given that emphasize negative aspects of a
habit, such as smoke smelling horrible and making someone sick
awakening: the act of bringing a person up out of trance and into full
conscious awareness
beta: that state of mind we are in during most of our waking hours, the
thinking mode
deepening: in hypnosis, this refers to attaining a more profound trance state
delta: that state of mind we enter during deep sleep, total unconsciousness
direct suggestion: suggestions given as commands
expectancy: having expectations of a certain outcome
eye-fixation: induction involving staring at an object
false memories: fantasies that are experienced during a mishandled regression
which are believed to be repressed memories rather than fantasies
FMS: abbreviation for False Memory Syndrome
hypnosis: a trance state which is guided by someone or something other than
the person experiencing the trance (there are numerous definitions by
different experts)
hypnotherapist: a trained professional who uses hypnosis to help people with
self-improvement and/or for therapeutic purposes
hypnotherapy: the use of hypnosis for self-improvement and/or for therapeutic
purposes
hypnotist: anyone who guides another person into hypnosis
ideomotor responding: having client answer questions via finger movement
imagery: using the imagination to fantasize or remember events
indirect suggestion: permissive suggestions
induction: a technique that guides (induces) a person into a hypnotic state
initial sensitizing event: an emotional event that is the ORIGIN of a certain
problem, creating a sensitivity to feelings; such as claustrophobia
being traced back to being locked in a closed at age 3
ISE: abbreviation for Initial Sensitizing Event
NLP: abbreviation for Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a modality of change
evolved from the teachings of Milton Erickson
NS: abbreviation for Non-Smoking programs
old tapes: a term frequently used to describe memories that are replayed in
the imagination in a manner that may influence our behavior and/or
attitudes
original sensitizing event: alternate name for initial sensitizing event
parts therapy: a complex hypnotic technique where the therapist talks with
various parts of the mind, such as the inner child and inner adult
WARNING: Only those trained in this technique should use it!
past life therapy: regression into real or imagined past life
PLR: abbreviation for Past Life Regression
PLT: abbreviation for Past Life Therapy (PLR is used more often)
post-hypnotic suggestion: a suggestion given during the trance state which
is acted upon after emerging from the trance state
PR: abbreviation for Progressive Relaxation
progressive relaxation: induction involving the progressive relaxation of
various parts of the body
PT: abbreviation for Parts Therapy
rapport: a comfortable feeling between client and hypnotist resulting in a
level of trust, resulting in greater ability to respond to suggestion
reframing: using the imagination to imagine a different outcome of a past
event, such as combining Gestalt therapy with regression therapy to
facilitate release (also used in NLP)
regression: going back in time during trance to remember past events, and
replaying them in the imagination, often with accompanying emotions
self-hypnosis: a self-induced trance state
stage hypnosis: the public use of hypnosis purely for entertainment purposes
subconscious: that part of our mind which is the seat of imagination,
emotion, artistic abilities (and other skills), and which takes care
of numerous functions without our conscious awareness, such as
automatic functions of our organs, etc.
subjects (of hypnosis): the term used by many to describe a person who is
in hypnosis (NOTE: the word "client" is used with increasing
frequency by hypnotherapists)
systematic desensitization: use of programmed imagery in a systematic way
to help desensitize someone from an anxiety or phobia
theta: that state of the mind we are in while dreaming
time distortion: the term for a unique phenomenom where we lose conscious
awareness of how much time has passed (examples: 5 minutes can seem
like 20 minutes, or vice versa) Affirmations
triggers: something seen, heard, felt, etc., which "triggers" a response,
urge, memory, or emotion, etc., such as turning the key in the car
might "trigger" a smoker to light up a cigarette
WT: abbreviation for WeighT
zzz: sleeeeeeeeep
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RESOURCE GUIDE
* * * * * * * * * *
Here is the 4/2/97 version of the RESOURCE GUIDE prepared by Paul Bunnell.
This first part is contained in FAQ 5 of 6; the second part is contained
in FAQ 6 of 6. Note that Paul may post a more recent version before the
next revision of the FAQ.
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From: pbunnell@concentric.net (P. Bunnell)
Subject: Hypnosis Learning Resources (Apr 97)
Date: Wed, 02 Apr 1997 07:11:23 -0500
===================== HYPNOSIS LEARNING RESOURCES =====================
APRIL 2, 1997
This is a list of sources of information available for those who wish
to learn more about hypnosis, or how to do hypnosis or self-hypnosis.
Please feel free to contact me with any corrections or additions to this
list which you feel would be helpful.
I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL OR EXPERT ON HYPNOSIS. Questions of a personal
nature regarding the benefits and changes possible through hypnosis
should be directed to qualified hypnotherapists.
- Paul Bunnell, pbunnell@cris.com
*** This list is also available on the World Wide Web at --
<http://www.concentric.net/~pbunnell/hypnosis.shtml>
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Books recommended by readers of alt.hypnosis and others
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SELF-HYPNOSIS: The Complete Manual For Health And Self-Change
Brian Alman, Peter Lambrou; Brunner Mazel
HELPING YOURSELF WITH SELF-HYPNOSIS
Frank Caprio and Joseph Berger; Prentice Hall.
HYPNOSIS, the Application of Ideomotor Techniques
David B. Cheek; Allyn and Bacon
HYPNOTHERAPY
Dave Elman; Westwood Publishing
CREATIVE CHOICE IN HYPNOSIS (VOL. IV)
Milton H. Erickson; Irvington Publ.
HYPNOTHERAPY: AN EXPLORATORY CASEBOOK
Milton H. Erickson, Ernest Rossi; Irvington Publ.
HYPNOTIC REALITIES: The Induction of Clinical Hypnosis and Forms of
Indirect Suggestion
M. Erickson, E. Rossi & S. Rossi; Irvington Publ.
COUNSELING HYPNOTHERAPY: THE SYNERGISM OF PSYCHOTHERAPY AND HYPNOTHERAPY
Charles J. Francis; National Guild of Hypnotists
THERAPEUTIC TRANCES, The Cooperation Principle in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy
Stephen S. Gilligan; Brunner Mazel
TRANCE-FORMATIONS
John Grinder and Richard Bandler; Real People Press.
A HANDBOOK OF HYPNOTIC SUGGESTIONS AND METAPHORS
D. Hammond; WW Norton
THE WISDOM OF MILTON H. ERICKSON, VOL I & II
Ronald Havens; Irvington Publ.
HYPNOSIS: THE INDUCTION OF CONVICTION
John C. Hughes; National Guild of Hypnotists
SUCCESS THROUGH MIND POWER
Roy Hunter; Westwood Publishing
* Revised edition is SELF-HYPNOSIS FOR EMPOWERMENT, and is
available from the author in electronic format.
THE ART OF HYPNOSIS: MASTERING BASIC TECHNIQUES (2nd ed.)
Roy Hunter; Kendall/Hunt Publishing.
THE ART OF HYPNOTHERAPY
Roy Hunter; Kendall/Hunt Publishing.
TIME LINE THERAPY AND THE BASIS OF PERSONALITY
Tad James & Wyatt Woodsmall; Meta Publications Inc.
THE PROFESSIONAL HYPNOTISM MANUAL
John G. Kappas, Ph.D.; Panorama Publishing Company
THE WIZARD WITHIN
A. M. Krasner; American Board of Hypnotherapy Press
HYPNOTISM TODAY
Leslie LeCron & Jean Bordeaux; Wilshire Book Co.
SELF-HYPNOTISM: The Technique and Its Use in Daily Living
Leslie LeCron; Signet
HYPNOTISM AND MEDITATION
Ormond McGill; Westwood Publishing
SOLUTION-ORIENTED HYPNOSIS
William O'Hanlon, W.W. Norton & Co.
TAPROOTS: Underlying Principles of Milton Erickson's Therapy and Hypnosis
William O'Hanlon, W.W. Norton & Co.
THE THEORY AND PRACTICE OF HYPNOTISM
William J. Ousby
ANSWER CANCER, THE HEALING OF A NATION
Stephen C. Parkhill, Health Communications
A CLINICAL HYPNOSIS PRIMER
George Pratt, Dennis Wood, Brian Alman; John Wiley & Sons
SELF-HYPNOSIS AND OTHER MIND EXPANDING TECHNIQUES
Charles Tebbetts, Westwood Publishing
HYPNOSIS INDUCTION TECHNICS
Myron Teitelbaum; Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd
ESSENTIALS OF HYPNOSIS
Michael Yapko; Brunner Mazel
TRANCEWORK: An Introduction To The Practice of Clinical Hypnosis
Michael Yapko; Brunner Mazel
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Sources of Books, Cassettes & Video
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Advanced Neuro Dynamics, Inc.
books by Tad James
see listing under "Training Courses and Videos"
* Catalog available on request
Amazon.com Books
http://www.amazon.com/
(Internet discount book ordering service
with a large selection)
The American Institute of Hypnotherapy (AIH)
16842 Von Karman, Suite 475
Irvine, CA 92714
800-872-9996 (outside CA)
800-634-9766 (inside CA)
714-261-6400
* Catalog available on request
Blue Ridge Book Gallery
Banner Elk, North Carolina, USA
Used, Rare & Out-of-Print Books
Hypnosis books: http://www.mercury.net/~wgwinter/hypnosis.htm
Home page: home page: http://www.mercury.net/~wgwinter/
email: bluebook@appstate.campus.mci.net
Felicity Press
PO Box 92
Islington NSW 2296
Australia
* http://www.ozemail.com.au/~felpress/
* E-mail: felpress@ozemail.com.au
Felicity has acquired a number of secondhand books on the topic
of hypnosis. For a list of available books, email Mark Owen at
felpress@ozemail.com.au
Filmakers Library
Source for: Milton H. Erickson, M.D.
Explorer in Hypnosis And Therapy
Produced by Jay Haley and Madeleine Richeport
56 min. Video. Sale $250. Rental $75.
This video is a fascinating portrait of the life and work of Milton
H. Erickson, M.D. (1901-1980). It contains rare archival footage of
Erickson at work, allowing the viewer to see his extraordinary
ability to heal both body and mind through hypnosis.
* Filmakers Library, 124 East 40th Street, New York, NY 10016
* Phone: 212-808-4980, fax: 212-808-4983
* http://www.filmakers.com/PSYCHO/PSYCHO.html#Milton H. Erickson, M.D.
* E-mail: info@filmakers.com
Roy Hunter
Video tapes, cassettes and books are available directly from Roy
Hunter, author of The Art of Hypnosis and The Art of Hypnotherapy.
The items available include video tapes demonstrating inductions and
hypnotherapy based on the work of Charles Tebbetts. For more details,
contact Roy Hunter by e-mail at: rhunter@halcyon.com
Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI)
(Panorama Publishing Company)
18607 Ventura Blvd, Suite 310
Tarzana, CA 91356
orders: 800-634-5620
fax: 818-344-2262
* Catalog available on request
iBS - Internet Book Shop
6 Isis Business Centre
Pony Road
Oxford, OX4 2RD
England
"The largest online bookshop in the world"
* Tel: +44 ( 0 ) 1865 771772
* Fax: +44 ( 0 ) 1865 771766
* http://www.bookshop.co.uk/
* E-mail: support@bookshop.co.uk
Information Unlimited
* Inquiries: 603-673-4730, Orders: 800-221-1705
* Fax: 603-672-5406
* http://www.amazing1.com/hyp.htm
* E-mail: wako2@xtdl.com
* Source for the following books: Post-Hypnotic Instruction,
Hypnosis Today, New Concepts of Hypnosis, Self-Hypnosis:
a Conditioned Response Technique, Modern Hypnosis, and
Secrets of Hypnosis
Irvington Publishers
740 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
orders: 603-922-5105
fax: 603-669-7945
Kendall/Hunt Publishing
orders: (800) 228-0810
Meta Publications Inc.
PO Box 1910
Capitola, CA 95010
* 408-464-0254
* fax 408-464-0517
* source for "Patterns" 1&2, by Bandler/Grinder
* http://www.purenlp.com/metapub.htm
The National Guild of Hypnotists
orders: (603) 429-9438
W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.
500 Fifth Avenue
New York, N.Y. 10110
orders: 800-233-4830
717-346-2029
fax: 717-346-1442
Home page: http://web.wwnorton.com/
web page for books on Hypnosis/Erickson/Psychobiology:
http://web.wwnorton.com/blurbs/npb/hypnosis.htm
Tools For Exploration
http://www.tools4explore.com/
email: 70303.3164@compuserve.com
Over 1000 products for enhancing energy, consciousness and health:
mind machines, tools, tapes and books.
Use the Search function for "hypnosis" or the topic of your choice.
The categories on the Browse Products page do not show all (and in
some cases _any_) of the products available. This site has some
cassettes from Richard Bandler, including the Hypnosis in Munich set.
TranceWorks
1444 Appleton St.
Long Beach, CA 90802
* (562) 436-8875
* E-mail: mayam@kaiwan.com
* http://www.TranceWorks.com/
TranceWorks maintains a constantly updated supply of used books
on hypnosis, NLP and other topics, including many of those appearing
on the H.L.R. recommended book list. Books are available by such
authors as Bandler and Grinder, Braid, Erickson, Haley, LeCron, Hull
and Zeig. For more information or to request a copy of the list of
current books available, send email to: mayam@kaiwan.com
Westwood Publishing
700 S Central Avenue
Glendale, CA 91204
orders: 818-242-1159
fax: 818-247-9379
* Catalog available on request
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Training Courses, Videos and Organizations
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** U.S.A. **
Advanced Neuro Dynamics, Inc. (Tad James)
1833 Kalakaua Ave., Suite 908
Honolulu, HI 96815
* 800-800-6463
* 808-941-2021
* fax: 808-951-0417
* Catalog available on request
The American Institute of Hypnotherapy (AIH)
16842 Von Karman Ave, Suite 475
Irvine, CA 92714
* 800-872-9996 (outside CA)
* 800-634-9766 (inside CA)
* 714-261-6400
American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH)
2200 East Devon, Suite 291
Des Plaines, IL 60018
* 847-297-3317
* fax: 847-297-7309
The Eastern Institute of Hypnotherapy
Virginia Beach Office
1168 First Colonial Rd., Suite 12
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
* 804-496-2552
* Allen S. Chips, DCH, Exec. Director
* Offering training for certification in Clinical Hypnotherapy,
EIH provides the entry level student with a broad foundation
in modern hypnotherapy and NLP.
The Milton H Erickson Foundation
3606 North 24th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85016
* 602-956-6196
* Fax. 602-944-6529
* Web page: http://www.erickson-foundation.org
* The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc., is a federal nonprofit
corporation. It was formed to promote and advance the contributions
made to the health sciences by the late Milton H. Erickson, MD,
during his long and distinguished career. The Foundation is
dedicated to training health and mental health professionals.
Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI)
18607 Ventura Blvd, Suite 310
Tarzana, CA 91356
* 818-344-4464
Hypnotherapy Training Institute
4640 Sonoma Highway
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
* (800) 256-6448
* (707) 579-9023
* fax: (707) 578-1033
* Home page: http://www.sonic.net/hyp/
* E-mail: hypno@sonic.net
* School licensed by the State of California, including state approved
diplomas. Approved for Certification by the American Council of
Hypnotist Examiners.
Institute of Transformational Therapies
6595 Roswell Road N.E., Suite 828
Atlanta, Georgia 30328 USA
* Web page: http://www.mindspring.com/~martinef/hypnosisA.html
* E-mail: martinef@mindspring.com
* The Institute of Transformational Therapies exists to educate,
train and certify individuals in the professional use of healing
therapies using a broad range of East-West treatment modalities,
including Transformational Hypnosis and Reiki.
International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association
4110 Edgeland
Royal Oak, MI 48073
* (810) 549-5594
* Anne H. Spencer, PhD, Founder
...continued in FAQ 6 of 6...
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Newsgroups: alt.hypnosis
Subject: FAQ 6 of 6 (5/97 version)
From: rhunter@halcyon.com (Roy Hunter)
Date: Thu, 1 May 1997 10:16:51 UNDEFINED
Here is the 4/2/97 version of the RESOURCE GUIDE prepared by Paul Bunnell.
This second part is entitled FAQ 6 of 6; the first part is contained
in FAQ 5 of 6. Note that Paul may post a more recent version before the
next FAQ revision.
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Training Courses, Videos and Organizations
(cont.)
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Mid-state Hypnosis
P O Box 111
Jonesburg, MO 63351
* (314) 488-3319
* See listing under WWW Hypnosis Sites for more details
The Omni Hypnosis Training Center (Gerald Kein)
197 Glenwood Rd
DeLand, FL 32720
* orders: 800-226-5346
904-738-0408
* fax: 904-736-7598
* E-mail: omni@totcon.com
* Home page http://www.omnihypnosis.com/
* Catalog available on request
The web site provides a summary review of the video tapes and
training courses available from Gerald Kein and his Omni
Hypnosis Center in Florida. His video courses have been highly
praised and recommended by participants of alt.hypnosis.
Saichek/Vail Associates
7001 West Center Street
Wauwatosa, WI 53210 USA
* (414) 258-0663
* Home page http://www.hypnotherapy.com/
Founded in 1978, is a personal therapy and professional training
facility endorsed by the International Medical & Dental
Hypnotherapy Association, the American Association of
Professional Hypnotherapists, and the American Association of
Behavioral Therapists. Our professional training earns State of
Wisconsin Psychologist's Examining Board CEU's and State of
Illinois Social Work CEU's. They have available a training video
titled: Hypnotherapy With Resistant Clients: An Introduction to
the Ericksonian Method
St. John's University
31916 University Circle
Springfield, LA 70462
* (504) 294-2129
* Arthur Winkler, PhD
* Degrees are available in several areas, including hypnotherapy,
which have theological accreditation. Also, an outstanding book
of hypnosis scripts is available for certified hypnotherapists.
Dr. Michael Stower
* E-mail: drmike@flash.net
* Web page: http://www.drmike-hypnosis.com/setindex.html
* Offering Continuing Education and Certification training
for hypnosis in Dallas, Houston and San Antonio Texas.
Dr. Stower is a nationally known speaker and motivator and
has conducted more than 400 seminars in the United States.
** CANADA **
Orca Institute
1202 - 1255 Bidwell St.
Vancouver, B.C, CANADA V6G 2K8
* Telephone: 1-604-683-8710, 1-800-665-ORCA (6722)
* Fax: 1-604-683-8620
* Home page - http://www.raincoast.bc.ca/n/orca.html
* E-mail - sbilsker@axionet.com
The Orca Institute was established in 1986 in Vancouver. They offer a
200 hr. onsite and distant learning Counselling Hypnotherapy
Certification course. They also offer advanced training in
counselling. Visit the web site for more detailed information on the
school and teachers.
** CZECH REPUBLIC **
Milton H. Erickson Institute of Prague
RIAPS, Chelcuckého 39
130 00 Praha 3 - Zizov
CZECH REPUBLIC
Michael Vancura, Ph.C.
+42/2/32 14 08
** UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND **
Centre Training School of Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy
145 Chapel Lane
Longton
Preston
Lancs, PR4 5NA
* Tel: +44 (0)1772 617663
* Principal: Sue Washington, MSc., BA., Cert.Ed., DHP., DipCAH.,
FCAP, MNCH(Acc)
Corporation of Advanced Hypnotherapy
(Atkinson-Ball College of Hypnotherapy & Hypnohealing)
P.O.Box 70
Southport
PR8 3JB
England
* Telephone: 01704 576285
* President: Cherith Powell.
Hypnotherapy and Psychovisual Therapy Workshops
c/o Michael Carr-Jones
7 Church Mews
Lower Parkstone
Poole
Dorset
BH 148 UF
* Tel: 1202-739-369
* Fax: 1202-715-008
* E-mail: psychovisual@bournemouth-net.co.uk
International Association of Hypno-Analysts (IAH)
P.O. Box 180
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH3 7YR
* Home page - http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/Neil_French/
* E-mail - 100724.341@compuserve.com
* Telephone: (01202) 316496 or (01202) 311191
* Fax: (01202) 318099
* A training program In Analytical Hypnotherapy by Neil French,
the author of the book "Successful Hypnotherapy"
International Hypnotherapy Training Centre (IHTC)
* E-mail: 101446.2171@Compuserve.Com
The International Hypnotherapy Training Centre (IHTC) is based within
the United Kingdom. The IHTC provides a comprehensive Home Study
Course that is available to students worldwide. (see Hypnoweb
reference in WWW section)
The La Roche International College
Post Office Box 37
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
England
* Telephone +44 1723 378573 (24-hours)
* Home page http://www.yorkshirenet.co.uk/businfo/lric/
The London College of Clinical Hypnosis
229a Sussex Gardens
Lancaster Gate
London W2 2RL
England
* Tel:+44 0171 402 9037
* Fax:+44 0171 262 1237
A prospectus is available. The LCCH is currently not
on-line, but requests for information can be made by
contacting Des Edmans at: des@typeset.demon.co.uk
London Society for Ericksonian Psychotherapy and Hypnosis
135 Whidbome House, Whidbome Street
London WC1 8HE ENGLAND
Hugh Willbourn, M.A.
+44/171-837-7807 (tel/fax)
The National College of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy
12 Cross Street, Nelson
Lancashire, BB9 7EN.
* Tel: (44) 01282 699378
* Fax: (44) 01282 698633
* E-mail: cid@xsoft.demon.co.uk
* www page: http://www.nildram.co.uk/xsoft/altern.html#hypno
* Trains suitable people to become competent hypno/psychotherapists.
The courses are taught part-time at venues in London, Cheshire and
Glasgow, and are externally accredited by the British Accreditation
Council for Independent Further and Higher Education.
NHPR
734 London Rd.
Oakhill
Stoke on Trent
England
* Tel: 01782-745944
* NGH Approved Hypnosis training in the UK in Stoke-on-Trent
(the midlands, near Birmingham)
The Washington School of Clincial and Advanced Hypnosis
Richmael House, 25 Edge Lane
Chorlton-cum-Hardy
Manchester M21 9JH
* Tel: +44 (0)161 882 0400
* Fax: +44 (0)161 882 0376
* E-mail: DrBrookhouse@hypnotherapy.demon.co.uk
* Director of Studies: Shaun Brookhouse, PhD., DCH(c), MSc., DHP., DipCAH.,
MNCH(Acc), FAAPH.
Irish Institute of Counselling & Hypnotherapy
118 Stillorgan Rd
Dublin 4, Ireland
* Telephone +353 1 2600118
* Fax +353 1 2600115
* E-mail therapy@iol.ie
or CompuServe: 100553,3150
* Home page http://www.iol.ie/~therapy/
Irish / International School of Ethical & Analytical Hypnotherapy
I.S.E.A.H.
Therapy House,
No.6 Tuckey Street
Cork City
Ireland
* Telephone: +353 (021) 273575
* E-mail: hypnosis@iol.ie
* Home page: http://www.netlink.co.uk/users/hypnosis/
* Free prospectus and demo cassette available.
* Under the instruction of Joseph Keaney Ph.D. D.Psych. Dip. C.Hyp. D.C.H.,
B.A., the I.S.E.A.H. offers courses in hypnotherapy training allowing
you to become a fully Qualified, Registered, Certified, Hypnotherapist
with the Irish Association of Hypno-Analysts and I.H.E.B.
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WWW hypnosis sites
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Advanced Neuro Dynamics on-line
http://www.aloha.com/~mind/
E-mail: mind@aloha.com
Focusing on Tad James' Advanced Neuro Dynamics offerings. See also
Tad's hypnosis.com listed in this section.
Betty Erickson's Self Hypnosis Technique
http://www.bytenet.com/watson/betty.htm
This page contains a description and directions for the self-hypnosis
technique developed by Betty Erickson (Mrs. Milton Erickson). The web
page author states that he has "seen it presented with a number of
variations. It appears here in the form that I have used it and
taught it to hundreds of students and clients who have found it both
easy to master and highly effective."
Hypnosis and Psychovisual Therapy Resources
http://www.odyssee.net/~drknight/
E-mail: drknight@odyssee.net
Dr. Bryan Knight offers his helpful and easy to understand adaptation of
the self-hypnosis section from his book "Health and Happiness with
Hypnosis." The text is available by taking the "How to Use Self-Hypnosis"
link from his home page. Dr. Knight also provides a Bibliography of
Hypnosis and Psychotherapy.
Hypnosis, Brief Therapy, and Altered States of Consciousness (D. Barton)
http://www.inmet.com/~dlb/hypnosis/hypnosis.html
E-mail: dlb@wash.inmet.com
Dave Barton's personal page on hypnosis and other related areas
of study. A special treat at this site is Dave's own
contemporaneously recorded notes on The Fourth Eastern Conference
on Ericksonian Hypnosis and Psychotherapy, held on July 6th
through 9th, 1995.
The Hypnosis in Media page
http://www.sff.net/people/terryo'brien/hypnosis.htp
E-mail: terry.obrien@genie.com
Terry O'Brien's web page with links to segments of his listing on
"hypnosis in the media," which he describes as follows: "This
listing attempts to collect as many instances of hypnosis or
hypnosis-like activity (mind control, brainwashing, telepathic
hypnosis, stage magic, magick, etc.) in the media and fiction,
with the intent being to catalog and recognize both the good and
bad representations of the subject."
Hypnosis - the facts (David Aitchison)
http://www.reading.ac.uk/~ssu95dja/Hypnosis.html
E-mail: ssu95dja@reading.ac.uk
Mr. Aitchison provides his opinions and information for the
newcomer on the following topics: Some practical uses of hypnosis
The general history of hypnosis, What is the Trance state and how
you can recogize it, Some simple Hypnotic methods, and Self
hypnosis.... the future?
hypnosis.com
http://www.hypnosis.com/
E-mail: sysadmin@hypnosis.com
A resource site for:
1. Services and materials offered by Tad James M.S., Ph.D. including:
NLP, Time Line Therapy, Ericksonian hypnosis, and Huna (ancient
Hawaiian teachings).
2. The American Institute of Hypnotherapy (AIH), a degree-granting
institution approved by the State of California, also providing
hypnotherapist certification training.
3. The American Pacific University, an advanced Psychology
degree-granting institution located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
4. Books available from AIH
5. ftp archives for alt.hypnosis and other hypnosis related files.
6. Hypnosis and NLP scripts.
7. Links to other hypnosis related sites.
The Hypnotica Home Page
http://www.servtech.com/public/hypnotica/
E-mail: ceh@servtech.com
Chuck Henderson's Hypnotica, the how-to home page that shows you how
to use self-hypnosis to control weight, smoking, concentration,
memory, career, pain, sleep, confidence - anything that depends on
your own efforts. This web site contains a free text seminar on
self-hypnosis as well as a useful FAQ list on self-hypnosis. Books
and audio cassettes are also available from Mr. Henderson. The
approach in this material seems to be aimed at the average consumer
and avoids academic hypnosis theory.
Hypnoweb
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/hypnoweb/
E-mail: 101446.2171@Compuserve.Com
A web site dedicated solely to Hypnosis. Hypnoweb is operated by
the International Hypnotherapy Training Centre (IHTC) based within
the United Kingdom. Their aim is to promote the use of hypnosis
and hypnotherapy as an alternative cure of illness, phobias and
other habits. The IHTC provides a comprehensive Home Study
Course that is available to students worldwide.
InstaTek's NLP & Hypnosis home page
http://www.instatek.com/nlp/
E-mail: mailto:jackiep@cris.com
Jackie Patti's NLP & Hypnosis web site contains interesting writings
and insights on hypnosis & NLP, focusing on the contributions
of Carmine Baffa, PhD. This site contains introductions to NLP and
hypnosis, a glossary, book and tape recommendations, discussion group
access, and an archive of some of the writings of Carmine Baffa,
Jackie Patti, Quentin Grady and others.
Mid-state Hypnosis
http://www.mocty.com/selfhelp/
E-mail: gv2@mocty.com
Mid-state offers hypnosis training materials based on the
writings and techniques of Don Mottin. They also offer
many hypnosis books at wholesale prices.
National Guild of Hypnotists
http://www.hollys.com/ngh/
E-mail: holly@hollys.com
Maintained by Holly C. Sumner, this site offers information relating
to the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Items of interest at this site include information about the NGH,
links to NGH members online, a list of books written by NGH members,
and links to other hypnosis related web sites.
The National Guild of Hypnotists is a non-profit educational
organization.
*** SPECIAL NOTE ***
Holly Sumner has requested that if you contact her or the NGH by
e-mail that you include your return e-mail address in the *body*
of your message due to problems she has encountered with e-mail from
cybernauts surfing the web.
New Techniques In Hypnosis, By David Brager
http://www.owt.com/users/dibrager/hypnosis.html
E-mail: dibrager@oneworld.owt.com
Quoting from Mr. Brager's introduction: "Here, in this document, you
will find sections on nearly every aspect of hypnosis and uses with
guest participants. All work, on all levels, has been as a
volunteer, and have come about from me seeing an opportunity to get
involved, offering my services, doing a SINGLE session, and then
seeing the outcome. Remember, all sessions I am documenting in this
reference are from ONE-TIME-ONLY HYPNOSIS SESSIONS.
I believe that there are millions of people that have a couple
small things bothering them that a one-time hypnosis session can
help. So, my procedures have been developed upon this purpose.
The Omni Hypnosis Training Center
http://www.omnihypnosis.com/
E-mail: omni@totcon.com
The web site provides a summary review of the video tapes and
training courses available from Gerald Kein and his Omni
Hypnosis Center in Florida. See listing in Training Courses section
for further details.
Pushing Your Own Buttons
http://www.afn.org/~hypnosis/
E-mail: hypnosis@freenet.ufl.edu
This web page is provided and maintained as a public service by GREEN
TREES CONSULTING., and Thomas Cox, MS; MSW. This site is notably the
source of the free (but copyrighted) on-line book "PUSHING YOUR OWN
BUTTONS: A Pilgrim's Guide to Hypnosis and Self-Hypnosis".
The Ernest Lawrence Rossi, Ph.D. Home Page
http://home.earthlink.net/~rossi
E-mail: rossi@earthlink.net
The home page for Dr. Ernest Rossi, author and editor of many
well known books on Milton H. Erickson. Some items of interest at
this site are the text of interviews with Dr. Rossi on:
* Ericksonian Hypnosis, Stress & Healing
* A New Theory of Hypnotherapy
* The Symptom Path to Enlightenment
* The 20 Minute Ultradian Healing Response
THOHA-SEMINARE
http://members.aol.com/thoha/welcome.htm (English)
http://members.aol.com/seminare/index.htm (German)
E-mail: : thoha@aol.com
Thorsten Hassiepen, in Wegberg, Germany, gives his own personal
insights on hypnosis and NLP at his web site. Of particular
interest is an article describing his thoughts and experiences
from attending "The Structure of Hypnosis" seminar given by Paul
McKenna and Michael Breens.
Success Dynamics (Kevin Hogan)
E-mail: meta@ix.netcom.com
Kevin Hogan has a "Success Dynamics" web site at which can be
found his Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis (tm) Video Course. This
advanced hypnotherapy training offers comprehensive instruction
on how to use Kevin Hogan's Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis system for
effective, long-term change. The URL link is:
http://www.hollys.com/success-dynamics/videocat.htm
You can also find articles on Hypnosis and Healing by Dr. Hogan at
http://www.hollys.com/success-dynamics/hypheal.htm
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Computer aided self-hypnosis programs
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Grock program for PC Windows and Windows 95
author: Phil Jaquiery, phil@openhart.demon.co.uk
ftp://ftp.demon.co.uk/pub/ibmpc/win3/apps/hypnosis/grock.zip
http://www.hollys.com/success-dynamics/links.htm
The HELPER program for PC
(Generic Artists Publications)
ftp://hypnosis.com/pub/helper.exe
ftp://hypnosis.com/pub/helper.doc
The Helpmate Self-Hypnosis Kit for Windows
From: Educator Discs and Videos, New Zealand
US$21.00/NZ$35.00
http://homepages.ihug.co.nz/~educator/helpmate.htm
Online order form available for Netscape 2.01 or later
E-mail: educator@ihug.co.nz
Phone: 09 810 9519 (International: +64 9 810 9519)
Fax: 09 810 8157 (International: +64 9 810 8157)
Hypnomap program for PC
author: Steve Murray, murrays@dcs.gla.ac.uk
ftp://ftp.dcs.gla.ac.uk/users/murrays/hypmap20.zip
ftp://hypnosis.com/pub/HYPNOMAP.ZIP
http://www.afn.org/~hypnosis/HYPNOMAP.zip
SynBrain The mindmachine program for AMIGA
author: Gerhard Salomon, salomon@sokrates.franken.de
ftp.luth.se/pub/amiga/misc/misc/SynBrain-int.lha (english version)
ftp.luth.se/pub/amiga/misc/misc/SynBrain-int.readme
ftp.luth.se/pub/amiga/misc/misc/SynBrain-de.lha (german version)
ftp.luth.se/pub/amiga/misc/misc/SynBrain-de.readme
FAQ 5 and 6 Resource Guide written and maintained by Paul Bunnell
FAQ 1-4 & FAQ 5 Glossary written and maintained by Roy Hunter
This FAQ version last revised on 5/1/97
Submitted by C. Roy Hunter, M.S.,C.Ht.
Certified Hypnotherapy Instructor
rhunter@halcyon.com
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