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Hypnotherapy Scripts: A Neo-Ericksonian Approach to Persuasive Healing
Hypnotherapy Scripts, 2nd Edition is a straightforward, practical guide for doing Ericksonian hypnotherapy. This book not only explains the rationale for every step in the hypnotherapeutic process, it also contains sample scripts for each step. This edition of Hypnotherapy Scripts guides professionals through the construction of their own hypnotherapy induction and suggestion scripts. Verbatim sample transcripts of various induction and therapeutic suggestion procedures with detailed guidelines for creating one's own hypnotherapeutic inductions and metaphors are included. Recent research and writings on the role of unconscious processes, wellness, and positive psychology have been added to this edition. Also included is a detailed review of the diagnostic trance process, a therapeutic procedure unique to this text.
280 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 1989
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March 17, 2008
This is a must for any serious hypnotherapist.
February 5, 2026
This book is whack and the metaphors are weird AF.
September 3, 2021
An excellent primer on the foundations of clinical hypnosis with many useful scripts to tweak and make your own. Highly recommended for any therapist using clinical hypnosis in her work.
August 3, 2026
Hypnotherapy Scripts: A Neo-Ericksonian Approach to Persuasive Healing is an excellent resource for therapists who want practical guidance on incorporating hypnosis into their clinical work. The authors do a great job of balancing theory with hands-on application, making the material both informative and immediately useful.
One of the book's biggest strengths is its collection of detailed scripts and real session examples. Rather than simply explaining concepts, it demonstrates how hypnotic language and therapeutic suggestions can be applied to a variety of situations. The Neo-Ericksonian perspective also offers a thoughtful framework that emphasizes helping clients safely explore and resolve the deeper sources of emotional pain.
While readers with no background in hypnosis may find some sections technical, clinicians, counselors, coaches, and advanced students will appreciate the clear explanations and practical approach.
Overall, this is a valuable reference that combines solid clinical insight with tools that can be adapted to real therapeutic practice. It's a book worth revisiting whenever you need fresh ideas or greater confidence in using hypnotherapy techniques.
One of the book's biggest strengths is its collection of detailed scripts and real session examples. Rather than simply explaining concepts, it demonstrates how hypnotic language and therapeutic suggestions can be applied to a variety of situations. The Neo-Ericksonian perspective also offers a thoughtful framework that emphasizes helping clients safely explore and resolve the deeper sources of emotional pain.
While readers with no background in hypnosis may find some sections technical, clinicians, counselors, coaches, and advanced students will appreciate the clear explanations and practical approach.
Overall, this is a valuable reference that combines solid clinical insight with tools that can be adapted to real therapeutic practice. It's a book worth revisiting whenever you need fresh ideas or greater confidence in using hypnotherapy techniques.
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August 7, 2026Hypnotherapy Scripts: A Neo-Ericksonian Approach to Persuasive Healing is a useful resource for readers who want to understand how hypnotic techniques can be applied in a therapeutic setting. Ronald A. Havens and his co-author do a good job of connecting the underlying ideas of hypnosis with practical examples that therapists can study and adapt.
What stood out to me was the balance between explanation and application. The book doesn't simply present scripts; it provides context for understanding trance, suggestions, therapeutic language, and the reasoning behind different approaches. The transcripts and step-by-step examples make the material easier to visualize in an actual session.
The Neo-Ericksonian perspective also gives the book an interesting dimension, particularly its emphasis on understanding the client's underlying experience rather than focusing only on the visible symptom.
Some sections require careful reading, especially for those new to hypnotherapy, but the material is rewarding for readers willing to engage with it. A worthwhile reference for students and practitioners interested in Ericksonian and clinical hypnotherapy.
What stood out to me was the balance between explanation and application. The book doesn't simply present scripts; it provides context for understanding trance, suggestions, therapeutic language, and the reasoning behind different approaches. The transcripts and step-by-step examples make the material easier to visualize in an actual session.
The Neo-Ericksonian perspective also gives the book an interesting dimension, particularly its emphasis on understanding the client's underlying experience rather than focusing only on the visible symptom.
Some sections require careful reading, especially for those new to hypnotherapy, but the material is rewarding for readers willing to engage with it. A worthwhile reference for students and practitioners interested in Ericksonian and clinical hypnotherapy.
August 4, 2026
Hypnotherapy Scripts is a practical book that makes clinical hypnosis feel more approachable. I liked that the authors don't just explain the theory they also include detailed scripts and examples that show how different techniques can be applied in real therapeutic situations.
One of the things I found most interesting was the Neo-Ericksonian perspective and its focus on helping clients safely explore the underlying source of their difficulties. The step-by-step guidance makes the material easy to follow, especially for readers who are still building confidence in hypnotherapy.
Overall, this is a clear and useful resource for therapists, students, and anyone interested in learning more about clinical hypnosis. It's a book that combines practical guidance with thoughtful insights into the therapeutic process.
One of the things I found most interesting was the Neo-Ericksonian perspective and its focus on helping clients safely explore the underlying source of their difficulties. The step-by-step guidance makes the material easy to follow, especially for readers who are still building confidence in hypnotherapy.
Overall, this is a clear and useful resource for therapists, students, and anyone interested in learning more about clinical hypnosis. It's a book that combines practical guidance with thoughtful insights into the therapeutic process.
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August 5, 2026What I appreciated about this book is its focus on making hypnotherapy more practical and approachable. The step-by-step guidance and examples of different induction and suggestion methods make it easier to understand how hypnotic sessions can be structured.
The Neo-Ericksonian perspective was also interesting, especially the idea of using metaphors and carefully chosen language to help clients explore their challenges in a different way. The book shows how hypnosis can be adapted to individual needs rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all method.
This is a useful resource for readers interested in the practical side of hypnotherapy. It combines theory, examples, and clinical insights in a way that makes the techniques easier to explore.
The Neo-Ericksonian perspective was also interesting, especially the idea of using metaphors and carefully chosen language to help clients explore their challenges in a different way. The book shows how hypnosis can be adapted to individual needs rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all method.
This is a useful resource for readers interested in the practical side of hypnotherapy. It combines theory, examples, and clinical insights in a way that makes the techniques easier to explore.
February 9, 2020
I liked it, I didn't love it. I am not a script user and I very much doubt Dr Erickson was either. I don't believe every indirect trance experience is Ericksonian by default so I object to that aspect of it's title. Erickson's stuff is much more complex than that. Still if you need ideas for scripts, here are some. Unfortunately it didn't help with the scripts I am creating for my thesis.
February 14, 2014
This book is somewhat helpful in regards to theory and practice. But as the title suggests, it's mostly just a set of hypnosis scripts. These can be helpful to someone studying Ericksonian hypnosis, but I'd seek out more than just this text to study Ericksonian.
March 17, 2008
I have used this book on a daily basis throughout my 21 year career in hypnosis. The scripts are clever and effective.
July 16, 2013
Just excellent!
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