The Art of Hypnotherapy [Paperback]

C. Roy Hunter (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 078724287X | ISBN-13: 978-0787242879 | Publication Date: June 1997

Now in it's fourth edition, this classic text presents a comprehensive overview of client-centered hypnosis based on the teachings of Charles Tebbets. Since it is the person under going hypnosis is the one with power to change him/herself, the hypnotherapist acts as the facilitator, tailoring the hypnosis session to the client. All of the techniques found in this volume, including regression therapy and parts theory center on this concept. The Art of Hypnotherapy shows students how all hypnotic techniques revolve around four main therapeutic objectives: Suggestion and Imagery; Discover the Cause; Release; and Subconscious Relearning. New features in this edition include an arrangement of techniques from simple to complex, so those using hypnosis in a limited way easily learn the applicable techniques, a chapter on the common application of hypnotherapy that now includes new sections on: anger, impotence, stuttering, and tinnitus, and the chapters on anchoring and triggers have been updated with sections on how to help a client establish a safe place, and why this is important.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Roy Hunter's text is a masterful presentation of the fundamentals as well as advanced techniques of clinical hypnotherapy. I highly recommend it for the beginner as well as the experienced hypnotherapist. --Pamela Winkler, PhD, President of St. John's University

The chapter on regression techniques is so complete that it is a mini training course in the art of safe and competent hypnotic regression. And as if that was not enough, the chapter contains a step-by-step guide to take the reader from start to finish of a professional therapy. Chock full of the sort of wisdom that can only come from a well-spring of clinical experience, this is an eminently must-read book. --Terence Watts, Founder, Assocation of Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy, UK

The chapter on regression techniques is so complete that it is a mini training course in the art of safe and competent hypnotic regression. And as if that was not enough, the chapter contains a step-by-step guide to take the reader from start to finish of a professional therapy. Chock full of the sort of wisdom that can only come from a well-spring of clinical experience, this is an eminently must-read book. --Terence Watts, Founder, Assocation of Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy, UK --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Roy Hunter MS, CHt teaches professional hypnosis and advanced techniques to professionals, and in addition he also teaches self-hypnosis to groups and clients for personal or professional motivation. He was awarded an honorary doctorate in clinical hypnotherapy (for lifetime achievement) from St. John's University in 2004 and in 2009, he was awarded a PhD from Alpha University and California University with a major in clinical hypnotherapy. Other titles by Roy Hunter: Hypnosis for Inner Conflict Resolution (ISBN 9781904424604) and The Art of Hypnosis (1845904397). --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Kendall Hunt Pub Co (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 078724287X
• ISBN-13: 978-0787242879
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,828,300 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In-depth introducion to hypnotherapy for the professional, August 9, 2007

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Dave H (Minnesota and Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Art of Hypnotherapy: Part II of Diversified Client-Centered Hypnosis, Based on the Teachings of Charles Tebbetts (Paperback)

This is the companion volume to C Roy Hunter's excellent introduction to hypnosis, the Art of Hypnosis. Although it can be read on it's own, parts of this book are more understandable if you have already read the Art of Hypnosis. Hunter has an informal, first-person style of writing that makes the book enjoyable to read. This book is an excellent reference for both beginning and experienced hypnotherapists that is packed with philosophy, strategies, techniques, and scripts. It is intended for professionals and is probably not appropriate for someone who is only casually interested in hypnosis.

10 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have Book for the Hypnotherapist, December 30, 2002

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Calvin Banyan "Hypnotherapist, Author & Trainer" (Tustin, California, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Art of Hypnotherapy: Part II of Diversified Client-Centered Hypnosis, Based on the Teachings of Charles Tebbetts (Paperback)

At the Banyan Hypnosis Center for Training & Services, Inc. I recommend this book along with Mr. Hunter's book, The Art of Hypnosis, to all of our students. It provides a wealth of hypnotherapeutic techniques. It is a true "hand book" of hypnotherapy. If you practice (or intend to practice) hypnotherapy your library is not complete without this book.

6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good, less info then I hoped for, March 3, 1999

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This review is from: The Art of Hypnotherapy (Paperback)

Alot of the information was about hypnotism, instead of on it. I suggest purchasing another book along with it to augment your knowledge on the subject before practicing on anybody.