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This book focuses on tested hypnoanalytic techniques, with step-by-step procedures for integrating hypnosis into psychoanalytic processes. In its examination of the latest thinking, research, and techniques, the book discusses historical origins of hypnosis as well as how to apply it to current events, such as using hypnosis in the treatment of trauma with soldiers coming out of the war in Iraq. The text shows how hypnosis can be combined with psychoanalysis to make it possible to understand the subjective world of clients. Its accessible nature, rich detail, and significant updates make the book an invaluable resource for the professional who wishes to incorporate hypnosis into his or her practice. With the authors' extensive and impressive knowledge, careful updates, and comprehensive coverage of the proper and appropriate techniques to use, this volume is an indispensable addition to the field.
List of contents
Dedication. Foreword. Acknowledgements. Introduction. Introduction to Hypnoanalysis. Hypnoanalytic Insight Therapy. The Psychodynamics of Hypnotic Induction. Hypnodiagnosis and Evaluation. Advanced Abreactive Techniques. Sensory Hypnoplasty and Hypnography. Realities, Dreams, and Fantasies. Projective Hypnoanalysis. Dissociative Hypnoanalysis. Ego State Therapy. Hypnotic Transference, Counter-transference and the Therapeutic Alliance. Existential Hypnoanalysis and the Therapeutic Self. References. Index.
About the author
John G. Watkins, Ph.D., ABPP, ABPH, is Professor Emeritus of Clinical Psychology, University of Montana. Dr. Watkins is a Past President of the Society for Psychological Hypnosis, Division 30 of the APA, of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, and of the American Board of Psychological Hypnosis.
Arreed Barabasz, Ed.D., Ph.D., ABPP, is a Psychologist in Practice and Professor and Director of the Hypnosis Laboratory at Washington State University. He is a Past President of both the Society for Psychological Hypnosis, Division 30 of the APA, and of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, and Editor of the
International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis.
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"An important book by two leading experts. Dr. Watkins has a wealth of clinical knowledge and experience, and Dr. Barabasz is a leading scientific expert on hypnosis. The combination is an excellent one. The book has potential to be a major work on depth psychotherapy utilizing hypnosis. Dr. Watkins is well known for his work on ego state therapy, and techniques employing hypnosis such as the "affect bridge." It is original, important, and timely material. There is a need for more good books on hypnosis and intensive psychotherapy. I recommend it for publication." - David Spiegel, Stanford University School of Medicine, USA, co-author of Trance and Treatment: Clinical Uses of Hypnosis
