Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist, is internationally recognized for his work in advancing clinical applications of hypnosis, treating depression, and developing strategic, outcome-focused psychotherapies. He is a recipient of lifetime achievement awards from the American Psychological Association, the Milton H. Erickson Foundation and the International Society of Hypnosis for his contributions to the fields of hypnosis and psychotherapy.

Acknowledgments. About Michael D. Yapko. List of Tables. Frames of Reference. Foreword, Irving Kirsch. Introduction to the 5th Edition I. Thought Before Action: Developing a Deeper Understanding of Hypnosis 1. A Kaleidoscope of First Glimpses of Hypnosis 2. The Myths About Hypnosis and a Dose of Reality 3. Ways of Thinking About Hypnosis and How They Shape Your Practice 4. The Brain, the Mind, and Hypnosis 5. Hypnosis and Health: Amplifying the Mind-Body Relationship 6. The Subjective Experience of Hypnosis 7. Contexts for Applying Hypnosis and the Atmosphere You Create 8. The Social Psychology of Human Suggestibility 9. Responsiveness to Hypnosis: Demographic Factors and Assessment Tools 10. Hypnotic Hazards, Legal Considerations, and Ethical Guidelines II. Hypnosis in Action: Developing Skill and Artistry in Clinical Practice 11. Structuring Suggestions: Generating Intentional Language 12. Practical Tips for Conducting Effective Clinical Hypnosis Sessions 13. Structured Techniques of Hypnotic Induction: Doing Hypnosis 14. Conversational Approaches to Hypnotic Induction and the Art of Being Hypnotic 15. Hypnotic Phenomena: Mobilizing Hidden Abilities 16. Designing and Delivering Clinical Hypnosis Sessions 17. Integrating Strategies of Clinical Hypnosis into Psychotherapy 18. Metaphors in Hypnosis: Here's the Story 19. Hypnosis and Positive Psychology: Focusing on What's Right 20. Process-Oriented Hypnosis: From Asking How Questions to Building the Hypnotic Context 21. Examples of Hypnosis Sessions: Transcripts for Common Problems 22. Hypnosis and Treating Depression: Empowering the Disempowered 23. Clinical Hypnosis in the Management of Pain 24. Hypnosis with Children and Adolescents 25. Managing Unexpected Reactions 26. Hypnosis Across Modalities: Parallel Processes in Mindfulness Meditation. Postscript. Name Index. Subject Index.