The Art of Hypnosis: Mastering Basic Techniques

Product Description Roy Hunter is an expert in the field of hypnosis. He was specially selected to carry on the work of the Grand Master of Hypnotherapy , the late Charles Tebbetts, who was a master teacher and contributor to the art/science of hypnosis and hypnotherapy. This book is based upon the training course of Tebbetts, which has been updated by Roy Hunter. Tebbetts training has formed the basis of a large number of hypnotherapy courses taught in America and Europe. The Art of Hypnosis is well-written and easy to read and understand, even for the novice. In-depth and practical information is given on how to achieve maximum results in a hypnotic session by phrasing suggestions properly and by using various techniques to determine which approach is best for each individual client. What is hypnosis and why use it? Hypnosis yesterday and today Inductions and awakening Deepening the hypnotic state Testing during hypnosis Ethics and potential dangers Self-hypnosis for stress coping Concepts about the subconscious taught by Charles Tebbetts Introducing the Art of Hypnotherapy The previous edition of this book was published with ISBN 978-075751101-1. Review The Art of Hypnosis is easy to read and understandable a and is suitable for therapists of all levels, from beginner to seasoned professional. The introduction to and overview of the techniques used by Charles Tebbetts, and adopted by Roy Hunter, equips the reader with knowledge and with techniques to practise as part of their journey in learning to master therapy skills. I found the book a refresher and more on the skills I learnt when I became a therapist, and I would recommend the book to all therapists. Brian Manship, Brian Manship Hypnotherapy `Few books on the subject of hypnosis cover such a wide spectrum of topics on the fundamentals of hypnotherapy. It is informative, enlightening, practical and constructive. Every hypnotherapist`s personal library should include a copy.` Conrad Adams, PhD Founder & Academic Dean, Alpha University Roy Hunter is well-known in hypnotherapy circles. He is a widely-read author and sought-after speaker who diligently continues the work and teaching of the late Charles Tebbetts, considered by many to be a grand master of hypnotherapy. Hunter is also a practicing hypnotherapist who, since 1987, has taught Diversified Client-Centered Hypnosis at Tacoma Community College in Washington. His books are required reading at schools of hypnosis around the world. He was inducted into the International Hypnosis Hall of Fame in 2000 and has received honors from national and international hypnotherapy organizations. With Crown House Publishing, he has recently released new editions of The Art of Hypnosis, The Art of Hypnotherapy, and Mastering the Power of Self-Hypnosis. Together, these three volumes form a comprehensive home-study course on hypnosis for both professional hypnotherapists and lay readers. The Art of Hypnosis (Third Ed.) begins with a scholarly history of hypnosis - one of the best I've read. It's an excellent manual on basic skills and concepts, covering tests of hypnotizability, trance induction, deepening, measures of trance depth, awakening, the formulation of suggestions, self-hypnosis, and the subconscious. Many of the scripts and examples are verbatim from Tebbetts. Hunter also draws material from other legendary figures such as Milton Erickson, Ernest Rossi, Dave Elman, and Walter Sichort. Although I'm a hypnotherapist with over two decades of experience, I, nevertheless found several gems. Hunter, for instance, gives eight arules of the minda that explain the cognitive origins of unwanted behaviors and psychosomatic symptoms. The book also provides six inductions, with precise instructions. Hunter places a strong emphasis on training for professional hypnotherapists (he recommends much more than a single weekend course or a book), ethics, supervised practice, competence, understanding each client, and workin