Spinning straw into gold: utilization of transferential resources to strengthen the hypnotic relationship

This paper examines the therapeutic utilization of various transference reactions to strengthen the interpersonal relationship between hypnotherapist and patient. Both positive and negative transference reactions will be explored, including idealizations, fear reactions, exaggerated dependency needs, and wishes for magical cures from the hypnotist. Case examples are presented to demonstrate specific utilization techniques that can be employed with and without formal uses of hypnosis.