Hypnotherapy For Dummies

Introduction 1

Part I: Understanding Hypnotherapy 9

Chapter 1: Examining Hypnotherapy 11

Chapter 2: Techniques: The Tools of a Hypnotherapist 21

Chapter 3: Preparing for Hypnotherapy 45

Part II: Considering How Hypnotherapy Can Help 59

Chapter 4: Making the Mind-Body Connection 61

Chapter 5: Breaking Away from Old Habits 77

Chapter 6: Touching on Body Matters 99

Chapter 7: Feeling Good 123

Chapter 8: Considering the Limits of Hypnotherapy 141

Part III: Expanding the Reach of Hypnotherapy 153

Chapter 9: Your Kids and Hypnotherapy 155

Chapter 10: Visiting Your Former Selves 165

Chapter 11: Removing Your Phobias 179

Part IV: The Practical Stuff 195

Chapter 12: Finding a Hypnotherapist 197

Chapter 13: Your First Hypnotherapy Session Step by Step 205

Chapter 14: Practising Self-Hypnosis 221

Chapter 15: Meeting the Family: Some Cousins of Hypnotherapy 233

Part V: The Part of Tens 247

Chapter 16: Ten Common Misconceptions about Hypnotherapy 249

Chapter 17: Ten Pioneers of Hypnosis 255

Chapter 18: Ten Qualities to Look For in a Hypnotherapist 261

Chapter 19: Ten Tips for Choosing a Hypnotherapy Training Programme 267

Appendix: Resources 273

Index 281