Hypnotherapy Books

This CD was fantastic and I couldn't recommend a better one than this one. Janet is very effective and very good. She takes you through step by step and is very precise as to what you need to accomplish in the CD. I wish that I could thank her personally for making such a helpful Hypnotic CD. I would recommend this to everyone I know who would like to get in touch with loved ones that have crossed over and for those who want to get in touch with their spirit guides.

what happen they were a bunch of bull i got nothing out of this disc i followed all the rules and listen several time to make sure i was doing everything right. I hope that when you right a review i am happy that some got something out of it my copy is a in a dumpster some where. A BIG WASTE OF MY TIME.

For those of you who wish to make contact with their spirit guides, angels, or loved ones this is the CD for you. I've been able to make contact with my spirit guides for messsages to assist me with my personal life. This CD will assist you in improving your visualization.

This is a professionally done CD with clear steps to produce the results that you may be looking for. The relaxation program, program 2, is just that. I use that to relax during the day and found that I am feeling energetic and rested after the session. Janet's voice is soothing.

Usage is safe. There is nothing to be afraid of. Please try this CD and become more balanced and centered and perhaps prevent illness.

I've found this CD to be a wonderful way to induce a trance. I've noticed that I do feel different since using it, lighter and less tense somehow.

Yet, I keep falling asleep during it, so I haven't yet (consciously) been able to follow the instructions to make spirit contact.

I do have confidence though that it will prove as useful as her Sleep Deeply CD has been to me, once I manage my attention better.

I have used some of Janet Decker's other Hypnosis CDs for more utilitarian purposes and they worked so well that I decided to branch out into some areas of personal interest. Like most people, I have lost friends and family over the course of my lifetime that I miss terribly. This CD has helped me to open myself up to a world of possibilities that I didn't even know existed. I would recommend this CD to anyone who's lost someone they love.
A Reader In Palm Desert, CA

This was a pretty good book. Actually went a little more in depth about certain health problems and the like than some others that I have read, and it gives a lot of example inductions and other great stuff like that which is good for a beginner...

I liked this book a lot. I feel that it would benefit the novice as well as the professional hypnotherapist. In this book it gives you information on exactly what to do with each situation it talks about. It gives you inductiona as well. It also talks about different type of hypnotic communication, I liked that part. This book would definetly help you along the way while you are studying and practicing hypnotherapy.

I was assigned this book as a student in Hypnosis 101 and still refer to it in my
professional practice. It is well written for the professional yet easily understood
by the casual reader. It is very motivating and gives hope and direction for those wanting to make a change. No wonder it is cited in at least five other texts.

This book is a really good starting point for a person looking to get involved with the field of clinical hypnosis as Hadley and Staudacher have clearly outlined the basic process. Providing useful inductions and scripts, you could practice with this volume for awhile and then could decide if you wanted to go on to more intensive hands-on practice.

The author presents an easy to read, interesting and usefull book on hypnosis. I was able to use the historical section for my lectures at various universities. The applications of hypnosis were simple to understand, yet advanced enough to meet the needs of professionals. I was very happy with the way Ms. Hadley explained the cognative approaches to smoking cessation, weight reduction and stress management. I am happy to recommend this book to my students.

this is an up to date book on the latest knowledge on hypnosis and its therapeutic uses. it is authoritative and theories are scientifically based. it has given hypnosis a sound scientific basis.

The lonliest day is also the longest. This book serves as catalyst to adventures in YOUR PSYCHE! A puzzle laid before you, a map designed by chaos. Eliminate hardships. Dissolve linear thinking. Why a three??? There are lots of books.

This book is technical, but comprehensive and concise in its explaination of what we know about how the "Mind-Body Connection" works. From practical mini-scripts to use clinically to the mathematical formula for hypnosis, this book has it all. A background in neurophysiology is helpful, but those who understand it will truly appreciate the detail.

The book explains in great detail the influence and the effect of mind over body from the perspective of neuro-biology. In simple terms, most healing performed with hypnosis are a result of mind influencing the blood-flow, which then creates corresponding changes in the body.

Rossi provides a some amazing case-histories where hypnosis has helped people deal with problems which were unresponsive to regular medical treatment.

Together with a number of healing techniques, the focus is on Ericksonian principle of utilization. In this respect he also points out the significance of "utradian rhythm" - the fact that throughout the day we all drift in and out of trance naturally, and that one could do hypnosis even more-effectively by doing it in accord with ultradian rhythm, at a time when the person feels naturally more relaxed and drifting into a trance state.

In a word, excellent. A wonderful explanation of mind-body dynamics and the placebo effect. Some excellent hypnotic and mind-body healing techniques. Dr. Rossi is a true expert in his field. He fully justifies that reputation with this book.

This book on basic hypnotherapy is clearly written and user-friendly. Krasner is a leading teacher of hypnosis, and his book reflects his organization and ability to break the subject down into bite-size component parts. He avoids complex theory and focuses on the nuts-and-bolts of doing hypnosis in a professional manner. In short, this is a good, solid, basic text on hypnosis written by one of the leading teachers in the field. For those new to hypnosis, it is an easy and an excellent introduction to the subject.

Whether you are a professional hypnotherapist or just interested in hypnotherapy, this text will give you a great basic introduction to many of the aspects of hypnosis. Say what you will about Dr. Krasner, the truth remains that he has done a great deal for the advancement of hypnosis, and hypnotherapy. This book will give the reader the tools needed to begin!

Dr. "Al" Kranser is one of my teachers and friend. Over many years I have learned much from him. He is an excellent teacher and writer as this book will demonstrate. It has been helpful to me with my work as Chaplain at Pendleton Memorial Methodist Hospital in New Orleans, La. I hightly recommend this book for beginners and professionals. Dr. Krasner is a giant in the field of hypnotherapy. I am glad to call him friend.

Dr. Krasner has an excellent way with words, people and HYPNOSIS. His book and his teaching method are both delightfully straight forward, yet still full of fun! A person will definitely learn to hypnotize others safely and easily using the Krasner Method.

I took one of the American Institute of Hypnotherapy's accelerated certificate programs 6 years ago and, though I decided not to pursue hypnotherapy as a career, I have never regretted taking the class, if for no other reason than I would never have been exposed to Dr. Krasner's wonderful book.

Even had I not taken the class, all the information on how to effectively hypnotize and teach someone about hypnosis is presented in easy-to-understand language and details established psychological concepts that further explain and support hypnosis.

Krasner's own revolutionary method of performing hypnosis is broken down in explicit detail, and there are lots of scripts for various inductions (rapid, progressive relaxation, etc.) and supporting scripts to build off of to help people conquer fears, pain, smoking, weight loss, anxiety, shyness, etc. as well as pointers and suggestions on how to make your presentation as effective as possible.

This is probably the best book available for anyone interested in learning more about hypnosis and/or connecting with the subconscious mind, whether one's own or someone else's.

I love his voice,this as well as all his CD's are fantastic.I own several of them.I play one every night and sleep like a baby,his work is so positive they just make you feel so good,and if you want a better outlook on life,buy Glenn Harrold CD's.

These CD's are an easy listen filled with wonderfully phrased, motivational words. Glenn's Australian accent is a pleasure to listen to. Places on the CD have music as well that accompanies the voice. I LOVE these CD's and own most of them. If you live in the states you may hear an occassional terminology that is not common in the U.S. (Example, in the weight series he uses a weight measurement of a 'stone' which is a British term that represents 14 pounds). This happen rarely and certainly does not detract from the message presented in any of Glenn's CD's. You can't really listen to these in the car as they are a little hypnotic so be sure you are in a stress free mind set and location when you listen to any of therse CD's. I felt they were worth every penny.

All I know is, I have been putting off my next project--that is until this morning when I woke up literally ready to pounce on finishing it. Amazing. And all I've done differently is that I listened to this CD by Glenn Harrold last night as I fell asleep.

So, it works, I'm glad I got it.

There isn't much on either side of the tape.

And he speaks too quickly for you to mentally repeat what he says.

And at the end there is a wake up command that I disliked until I learned to stop the tape just before it & use it in the morning.

I personally didn't like his directions to go to the beach to feel the sun, or take a shower to feel energy.

But I'm listening to it until I can find a better one.

Although there are many books on hypnosis and to a certain degree a rather long list of works on scripts for hypnotherapy, there are few good works on pain scripts. I was therefore surprised to discover Dr. Marlene E. Hunter, M.D. book entitled "Creative Scripts for Hypnotherapy."

Since 1976, I have worked in the field of hypnosis as a teacher, lecturer, researcher and clinician. Most of my work is in the fields of stress, relaxation, biofeedback, weight reduction and smoke cessation, my true interest is that of pain reduction. As I am not a medical doctor, I apply much of my work to friends, family and myself.

Marlene E. Hunter book is outstanding. Although $45.00 for 220 pages is a little pricey, I assume you get what you pay for in the world of publications. The book is basically a collection of scripts which the author has used over a period of 25 years. The work contains scripts for: sexual problems, phobias, fear, pain, psychosomatic disorders, asthma and other psychological and physiological conditions.

Reference to pain relief starts on page 65 and ends on page 80. I was hoping for more but perhaps later there will be an addition to this section. Her 1996 book, "Making Peace with Chronic Pain: A Whole-Life Strategy" is an excellent addition to her work on pain. Finally her work is divided into nine parts including: The Basic Basics, Getting Past Roadblocks, Pain Relief, Psychosomatic Disorders, Journeys of Self Discovery, Children, Habit Disorders, Sexuality and Rehabilitation. This makes it possible for readers to immediately find the sections which interest them the most.

Dr. Carl Edwin Lindgren, DEd
Clinical Hypnosis/Biofeedback

Using a wonderful array of metaphors the author outlines various strategies and mechanisms that physicians and other therapists might use to assist patients towards resolving or coping with a wide range of both physical and psychological suffering. The concept that all symptoms are psychosomatic was certainly an insight for me that has contributed enourmously to improving my own communication with patients both in and out of hypnosis. This highly practical guide effectively allows the therapist to adapt the scripts to an enourmous variety of situations. I have found the section on phobias and fears particularly helpful in treating the common needle phobia encountered in my own hospital practice.
As a clinician with no psychological background I would recommend this book not only to hypnotherapists but to any clinician who communicates with patients on a daily basis.
Each page is divided into a "script section" in the main body of the text and an "Explanation section" which enhances the scripts by detailing why phrases or words are used or spoken in a particular way for maximal effect. These additional pearls allow the therapist insights into how best to deliver the message.
In short - This unique book is user-friendly, practical and a delight to read.

I was hoping for full scripts with particular inductions, however, most leave you to use your own induction and I was hoping to expand my "vocabulary".
There are interesting scripts for particular problems. Not being an expert, this is only my opinion, but I didn't find them all that creative.

Pediatricians, Pedi Nurse Practitioners,Teachers, Parents:

"Harry The Hypno-potamus" is the answer when your question is:"What do I offer next to this anxious child?"
Here, either alone for the good readers,or in concert with the involved adult, the child can learn to express fears and concerns and follow with coping techniques. It is an adjunct to good medical care, good teaching, and more effective parenting.
Try it-you'll love it!

this is an amazing book! it has helped my son to recognize his anxieties and deal with them, all while reading a great story book about animals at a zoo. he still has a way to go but the stories have helped him a great deal. it was recommended by a psycologist and I'm very happy to have found it at Amazon.

This is a lovely collection of stories to suggest positive attitudes and solutions to children's problems. Winsome colored illustrations of various animals who are helped by story-line doctors - who are invited to assist when the animals are in distress - add to the charm of this helpful book.

As a lay person, I found that this book is not only a tool for clinicians, but also provides a valuable explanation of hypnosis for anyone with an interest in psychology. In his introductory chapter, Joseph Barber succinctly defines hypnosis and explains the phenomenon clearly and accurately. He makes the necessary distinctions to dispel myths about hypnosis and separate the hypnotic state from mere suggestion. Barber demonstrates a combination of sensitivity to human needs along with rigorous scientific grounding. It's fascinating reading, and one of the very few books that a novice would need to understand the true nature of hypnosis.

Overall there is some very useful information in here on the uses of hypnosis for pain control. It is written for clinicians, and so is free of some of the fluffier and more new age leanings of some other books on the subject. The potential buyer should be aware, however, that this is not a book with script ideas or lots of practical advice on how to phrase hypnotherapy sessions with pain patients. Rather, it provides an extensive overview of issues related to dealing with different kinds of pain patients and suggests how hypnosis is useful in these situations.

One aspect of the book that bothered me was that it seems suggest that pain without an obvious cause--which is often the case with chronic pain--is more likely to be psychosomatic in nature. In one passage it advises the hypnotherapist "to expect significant psychological factors in the maintenance of the patient's pain" if that patient "uses unusually colorful terms" to describe the pain, such as saying that it feels like "fish hooks" or "a red hot poker." One should be careful in making such sweeping generalizations. Intense burning sensations that patients might indeed describe as hot pokers that comes without an obvious physical cause, or that lasts long after an initial injury, is a classic description of reflexive sympathetic dystrophy pain. There are also many instances of inflammatory or nerve pain that is not easily diagnosed and that can feel like torture for the sufferer. It is extremely difficult, also, to describe different pain sensations. "Colorful language" or even odd descriptions that might not make a lot of anatomical sense is not necessarily a clue that the pain is largely psychological in nature. More recent developments in the study of chronic pain confirms this. I am both a trained hypnotherapist and a chronic pain patient for the past three years, so I speak with experience.

This book goes beyond simple suggestion for pain. It encompasses the psychology of pain, which includes somatic, neuropathic and procedural pain. This book is an absolute must for anyone interested in pain management.

I am an NLP coach and I found this book really helpful. Lots of practical advice which includes case taking as well as scripts. I am getting great feedback and results from my clients! I recommend it highly!

It's to the point, tells you what you need to know without all the filler stuff. Lots and lots of scripts. This one is a keeper. Great information to the hypnotherapist. If you are not using this book in your office then get it. Everything that you need is in this book. I don't know were to start, it has everything for any kind of session and even some that I have never seen.

Allen collates both his previous volumes of collected Scripts and Strategies in Hypnotherapy together in this work. Many inductions are included and a few deepeners. Rightly, most of the work is concerned with the business of therapy itself. Many situation-specific ego-strengtheners are included, as well as sections on common issues such as pain management and anxiety. The ever-popular smoking-cessation, fear-management and weight-control receive large chapters of their own which I have found invaluable in my Central-Manchester, Wilmslow and Romiley clinics.

Previous reviews of the two separate volumes have always touted the scripts as off-the-peg verbatim scripts and frameworks around which to base a bespoke item for the client. However some of the scripts come over as a little too specific for undiluted use, causing me to go through with a pencil making notes.

Part eleven is entitled Therapy Strategies and includes tips for dealing with abreaction, age progression, re-framing, anchors etc. and each of these tactics is dealt with very well. However that is what they are; tactics (or gambits), not strategies. Therapeutic strategy involves various decisions such as "when is it useful to switch from a behaviouristic approach to a classic-dynamic one?" or "should I address the symptom or the cause (or both) in this particular case?" or "how can I most usefully model the direction(s) of causation between the different aspects of this complaint? " etc.

The majority of the scripts, allude to and reflect various strategies as, necessarily so, each script must be based on some paradigm or another. The only exception being the smoking cessation pages where the strategy and paradigm are discussed specifically, (e.g. Aversion vs. Coercion?)

Due to the name of the book, I expected to see some alternative potential conceptions of the nature of each presentation along with their respective interventions, but that's not what the book is all about. The formatting decisions of choosing a large font, and starting each new script on a new page, strongly hint at the book's ultimate purpose. It looks clean and is easily read allowing easy, quick access in the consulting room. After a short introduction to hypnosis it's just cover to cover useful scripts. An index would be welcome, as would be a more complete synopsis of each script, but ultimately the complete re-formatting of the two volumes of `Scripts and Tactics in Hypnotherapy' has made it much more convenient and better value. Now offering twice as many scripts per pound (or Dollar)!

This book is a clinical primer for anyone in Hypnotherapy. It is a very comprehensive well referenced source of information that gives really good feedback and examples of clinical application of hypnosis. It is not for the beginner or party hypnotist -this is a really great book for the clnical practitioner - i won't part from mine! You've got to read this one!

This book is quite an intresting book which teaches you to use hypnosis to cure a patient. WonderfuL!

Now in its second edition, Trance & Treatment: Clinical Uses Of Hypnosis discusses the practice of hypnosis as a facilitator and diagnostic tool that psychologists can use in various treatment strategies. Arranged to echo the flow of a standard evaluation and treatment sessions, Trance & Treatment discusses how to use the author's "Hypnotic Induction Profile", a 10-minute clinical assessment procedure that connects hypnotizability to the patient's personality style. Further chapters cover use of hypnosis for smoking control, eating disorders, anxiety, concentration, insomnia, phobias, psychosomatic disorders and much more. An excellent source, drawing heavily upon systemtic data to support its investigation into the beneficial uses of hypnosis in the treatment of psychological dysfunction, and recommended for scientific students of hypnosis, particularly those interested in applying it to mental health practices.