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Experiential methods of change are promoted by Ericksonian Hypnotherapy and strategic approaches. They can be synergistic. When clients have the experience of a therapeutic process, therapy is more effective. The way for new understandings and growth-oriented possibilities is paved by dynamic empowering experiences. The participants and Drs. Yapko and Zeig will look at similarities and differences in their work. The Master Class provides a unique opportunity for in-depth learning by providing demonstrations of Ericksonian Psychotherapy and Hypnosis.

The educational objectives are listed.

1. Describe the ten therapeutic patterns of Ericksonian influence communication.
2. Demonstrate the relationship between interviewing for personal resources and integrating them into a hypnosis session.
3. List and describe the stages of hypnotic interaction.
4. Describe and demonstrate the role of post-hypnotic suggestions in generalizing individual therapy session gains.
5. Compare and contrast elements of an Ericksonian induction with traditional inductions.
6. Describe the Utilization Method.

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