Hypnotic relaxation therapy principles and applications /

Elkins, Gary Ray, 1952-

Hypnotic relaxation therapy principles and applications / [electronic resource] : Gary Elkins. - New York, N.Y. : Springer Pub., 2014. - xviii, 254 p. : ill. (some col.)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Historical foundations -- Principles of hypnotic relaxation therapy -- Theoretical basis for hypnotic relaxation therapy -- Hypnotic induction and formulation of suggestions -- Case conceptualization and planning -- The first hypnotic relaxation therapy session -- The second hypnotic relaxation therapy session -- The third hypnotic relaxation therapy session -- Session four and beyond -- Assessment of hypnotizability -- Dealing with resistance -- Refining hypnotic inductions and interventions -- Pain management -- Smoking cessation -- Post-menopausal and hot flash symptoms -- Anxiety management -- Insomnia -- Hypnotic relaxation therapy to facilitate insight -- Ethical considerations in the practice of hypnotic relaxation therapy.


Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2015. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.

9780826199416 (electronic bk.)




Hypnotism--Therapeutic use.
Relaxation.


Electronic books.

RC497 / .E45 2014

615.8/512