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NLP and Hypnosis Books
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Please note: These pages are currently under development. As we continue to work on this area we will offer a list of our favorite books on NLP and Hypnosis, and include some reviews of the various titles presented. Any of these titles that are of interest to you can be ordered from Amazon.com, simply by clicking on the link at the end of each listing. Clicking the link will also help you find more information such as price and availability of each item. (Use your browser's BACK button to return here when you're done.)
Featured Titles
Medical and Dental Hypnosis (and its Clinical Applications) - John Hartland
A classic text that is a solid reference for
any practitioner from 
beginner
to established professional. This book includes detailed instructions for
induction, deepening, utilization of hypnotic phenomena and a wealth of examples
from clinical practice. You will learn about post hypnotic suggestion and
specific approaches for pain management, migraines, asthma, dermatological and
nervous disorders as well as the use of hypnosis in obstetrics, surgery,
dentistry, analytical psychotherapy and much more. It is one of the
cornerstones of my library and I recommend it highly.
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Core Transformation
: Reaching the Wellspring Within - Connirae
and Tamara Andreas
This book is a gem. Core Transformation is a
dynamic personal change process 
developed
by the Andreas sisters whose contribution to the world of NLP has been
vast. In this volume they present, in step-by-step fashion, the "how
to" of the process. Though it is generally taught in a multiple days
seminar format, the book offers you a basic set of skills so that you can begin
to use it on your own issues and in the serviced of your personal evolution.
Following the format it is easy to understand and apply for beginners and
advanced practitioners alike. There are numerous review and additional
information at the link below, so check it out!
Self Hypnosis : The Complete Manual for Health and Self Change - Brian Alman, PhD and Peter Lambrou, PhD
Of all of the many books about self hypnosis that I have read 
over
the years, none has been as delightful and accessible as this. Numerous
techniques for the induction of self hypnosis and how it use it for a wide range
of issues from weight loss, habit control, self esteem and so much more.
If you are new to self hypnosis, this book will get you off to a great start ..
if you are an experienced practitioner, it will add many new tools to what you
already know.
My Voice Will Go With You : The Teaching Tales of Milton H. Erickson, M.D. - Sidney Rosen (Editor)
Milton H. Erickson has been called the most influential 
hypnotherapist
of our time. Closely related to his therapy was his use of "teaching tales." Calling upon shock, surprise, confusion--with generous use of questions, puns, and playful humor--he seeded suggestions indirectly and positively with these
tales. Enjoyable reading, this volume is instructive as well for those who
want to develop the skill of therapeutic metaphor.
The Couple Who Became Each Other: Stories of Healing and Transformation from a Leading Hypnotist - David Calof
This is an
excellent book for intermediate and advanced students which
presents a number of cases from David's work with clients.
Although this is not a "how-to" book, these delightful
and easily read stories will offer you valuable insight into the
clinical practice of hypnotherapy. Calof's artistry is as thought
provoking as it is inspirational.
Introducing Neurolinguistic Programming - Joseph O'Conner and John Seymour
Of all of the many books on NLP, this is
the best overview I've ever seen. A comprehensive presentation of
the concepts and processes taught in a complete NLP training, it
includes numerous exercises that you can use with yourself, with
friends, and clients in an easy to understand format. It's a
perfect book for the inquirer or beginner as well as a great
reference tool/ review for more advanced students. No NLP library
is complete without it.
Zebu - The hypnotic language card game - Robert Anue
The Zebu cards are great for students of hypnosis (or even advanced
practitioners) who want to learn some
of the more creative language patterns of hypnotherapy. They can be used as "flash
cards" to practice language or, following the included instructions, can be
used to play a delightful card game that will help you develop or hone your
skills. The patterns involved range from beginning to advanced and include both
traditional and Ericksonian language. We've had lots of fun with these
over the years and are confident that you will find them delightful as well.
Trancework - An Introduction to the Practice of Clinical Hypnosis - Michael Yapko
This thorough text is packed
with information ranging 
from the conceptual framework of
hypnosis to a detailed understanding of induction and the
therapeutic utilization of hypnosis. It also contains some richly
annotated session transcripts and special "Frames of
Reference" sections - interviews with a variety of leading
figures in hypnosis focusing on topics presented in the book. A
four star manual for anyone who is seriously interested in the
subject from the beginner to the seasoned professional.
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Therapeutic Trances: The Co-operative Principle in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy - Stephen Gilligan
In 17 years of practicing
hypnotherapy, I've never found a 
more useful book on the language
of hypnosis. The cooperative principle is explored fully, fine
session transcripts are presented and the formulation strategies
for direct and indirect suggestion are offered in a complete and
easy to understand fashion. I loved this book and I suspect you
will as well.
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The Courage to Love - Stephen Gilligan
This is a book about how psychotherapy may be used to
cultivate the courage and freedom to love. In a time when love
seems to be fading and hatred and despair rising, it presents
love as a skill and force that can heal and invigorate, reconnect
and guide, calm and encourage. in Gilligan's self-relations
approach, psychotherapy is a conversation about competing
differences. when these differences are treated violently or
indifferently, problems arise; solutions develop when the skills
of love are practiced. Those practical skills are described here,
with an emphasis on post-conventional ethics, Buddhist and aikido
principles, and ideas of human sponsorship. Throughout,
psychotherapy is regarded as a rigorous poetic practice rather
than a literal scientific truth. Gilligan ends his introduction
with a message straight from the heart: "May you read the
book as a poem to awaken yourself and others!"
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Handbook of Hypnotic Suggestions and Metaphors - Edited by D. Corydon Hammond
This extensive volume is a fine addition
to the hypnotherapists tool box. It covers in extensive detail
the principles of induction and utilization of the hypnotic state
as well as transcripts and approaches to dealing with the widest
variety of issues. It will become an important tool to you in
your clinical practice. The contributors to this fine collection
are among the greatest 20th century leaders in the field
including Erickson, Rossi, Gilligan, Lankton, Watkins and too
many more to mention. Though a bit "pricey" it is a
"must have" and a great asset in the library of any
hypnotherapist.
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Regression Therapy: A Handbook for Professionals - Edited by Winafred Blake Lucas PhD
Both a fine presentation of theory and research as well
as a great collection of techniques and tips and , this two-volume set is the
ultimate resource library for the serious student of past life regression and
therapy. Two dozen respected expert contributors share their methods and
understandings in this highly controversial and ever more popular field. Volume
One focuses on Past-Life Therapy while Volume Two covers a variety of special
instances in altered state work including pre-natal experience, child abuse,
entity releasement and lots more.
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Training Trances : Multi-Level Communication in Therapy and Training John Overdurf and Julie Silverthorn
Therapists and Trainers
alike will benefit from this entertaining and enlightening book about conscious
and unconscious communication. Numerous exercises and new patterns modeled
from Ericksonian Hypnosis will captivate the reader and supplement the
"tool box" of the professional. This book is transcribed from
lively training sessions and is a delight to read.
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Do One Thing Different - William Hudson O'Hanlon
This book has received
accolades from it's readers primarily because it is NOT a book for therapists
(although therapists may read it). Although written by one of the most
important contributors to the field of Ericksonian Hypnosis, its simple style
makes it accessible to anyone who is interested in experiencing change and
growth in their life. Check out some of the reviews at Amazon's site to
discover just how helpful this title has been to so many people.
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Hypnotherapy Scripts - A Neo-Ericksonian Approach to Persuasive Healing - Ronald A. Havens, Catherine R. Walters
From the first time I opened the cover of this
book, I've considered it one of
the most valuable contributions to my library. Although not exhaustive in
scope, it provides a basic understanding of the principles of Ericksonian
hypnosis and subsequent developments in the field. But the best part of
all are the delightful and imaginative scripts, both direct and
indirect/metaphorical. Powerful interventions with a framework for their
use are offered for a wide variety of conditions ranging from self-esteem issues
to phobias, anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction and more. A goldmine
of material for the beginner as well as a great resource for the established
practitioner.
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Scripts and Strategies in Hypnotherapy - Roger P Allen
This book is subtitled "the complete works" because
it was originally published in two volumes which have now been 
brought together
under one cover in this latest edition. It provides an imaginative source
of scripts and protocols for many of the most commonly encountered issues in
hypnosis and hypnotherapy. from weight loss to smoking, fears and phobias,
motivation, anxiety, pain management and so much more. It's an invaluable
addition to the library of any professional.
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