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Clinical training in Ericksonian hypnosis
M D Yapko1, N P Barretta, P F Barretta
1The Milton Erickson Institute of San Diego.
The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis
|December 30, 1998
Summary
This study details practical skill-building exercises for training in Ericksonian hypnosis. These methods enhance sensory acuity, suggestion delivery, naturalistic techniques, reframing, and embedding suggestions for clinical application.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Clinical Hypnotherapy
Background:
- Experiential learning is crucial for clinical training in Ericksonian hypnosis.
- Effective training requires practical skill-building exercises.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe key skill-building exercises for Ericksonian hypnosis training.
- To facilitate the development of core competencies in hypnosis practitioners.
Main Methods:
- Presentation of principal skill-building exercises.
- Focus on practical application and rationale for each exercise.
Main Results:
- Exercises designed to improve sensory acuity.
- Training in flexible suggestion formation and delivery.
- Methods for employing naturalistic approaches, reframing, and embedding suggestions.
Conclusions:
- The described exercises provide a practical framework for enhancing clinical hypnosis skills.
- These methods support the effective application of Ericksonian approaches in therapy.