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Dancing in the In-Between: Hypnosis, Transitional Space, and Therapeutic Action
Elgan L Baker1, Eric B Spiegel2
1a Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis , Indiana , USA.
The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
|July 3, 2019
Summary
Hypnosis is an interactive process within a relational matrix, involving transference and contemporary factors to build therapeutic alliance. This model enhances hypnotherapy for growth and change.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy
- Hypnotherapy
Background:
- Hypnosis is often viewed as a solitary experience.
- The relational dynamics within hypnotherapy are not fully elucidated.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a tripartite model of the relational matrix in hypnosis.
- To explore how transference and contemporary relationship factors influence therapeutic alliance and action.
- To conceptualize the hypnotherapist's role as a transitional object.
Main Methods:
- Development of a tripartite model (transference, contemporary factors, alliance).
- Phenomenological conceptualization in transitional space.
- Case examples illustrating relational variables in hypnotherapy.
Main Results:
- Relationship factors are central to the therapeutic action of hypnosis.
- The hypnotherapist's empathic presence facilitates interactive phenomena.
- Relational variables shape hypnotherapy for self-examination, maturation, affect regulation, and ego mastery.
Conclusions:
- Hypnotherapy's effectiveness is rooted in the relational matrix.
- Clinician's attunement and management of intersubjectivity are crucial.
- Specific strategies can utilize relational dynamics for treatment goals.
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