{"id":345503,"date":"2022-09-28T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-28T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ora-visio.com\/what-is-ericksonian-hypnosis\/"},"modified":"2022-09-28T09:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T09:00:00","slug":"what-is-ericksonian-hypnosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ora-visio.com\/en\/what-is-ericksonian-hypnosis\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Ericksonian Hypnosis?"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the most widespread and influential branches of therapeutic hypnosis, Ericksonian hypnosis takes a permissive approach<\/strong>, in which the practitioner removes resistance to change without providing the patient with a ready-made solution. It is up to the patient to access their inner resources to resolve their problem, whether physical, behavioural, or emotional.<\/p>\n

The obstacles faced by young Milton H. Erickson<\/h2>\n

Born on 5 December 1901, Milton Erickson was colour blind<\/strong> and amusic<\/strong> (unable to recognise musical rhythms and tones). During his schooling, it was also discovered that he had severe dyslexia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In 1919, at age 17, he contracted a severe form of polio<\/strong>: able only to speak and move his eyes, he would watch his sisters, their body language, their movements\u2026 He gradually relearned to move<\/strong>, and after 11 months of training, he could walk with crutches. On 15 June 1922, he set off on a 1,200-mile canoe trip: he came back able to walk and even carry the canoe on his back\u2026<\/p>\n

While studying medicine, he took part in a seminar on hypnosis with Clark L. Hull<\/strong>, one of the founding fathers of experimental psychology. Hull advocated a strict methodology, based on suggestibility.<\/p>\n

From directive hypnosis to Ericksonian hypnosis<\/h2>\n

Before Milton Erickson, the hypnotherapist intervened actively<\/strong> in the process, directly offering the patient a solution to their problem: this was directive hypnosis! While effective for specific cases or symptoms, such as bedwetting, it did not suit most situations, which called for a “personalised dynamic” on the part of the subject. With Milton Erickson, the professional is no longer required to provide an answer<\/strong>: instead, they draw on the patient’s often untapped inner resources.<\/p>\n

Ericksonian hypnosis can have effects at the physical level<\/strong> (pain management, preparation for childbirth\u2026), on behaviour<\/strong> (addiction, weight loss, physical recovery, shyness\u2026), and on personal and emotional development<\/strong> (stress management, exam preparation, interviews\u2026).<\/p>\n

Please note: hypnosis does not cure<\/strong>, but it allows the patient to connect with their inner resources, to improve their capacity for recovery.<\/p>\n

How does a hypnotherapy session work?<\/h2>\n

Traditionally, a hypnotherapy session lasts around an hour<\/strong>. It begins with the “induction”, a relaxation phase<\/strong> leading to a state of heightened focus. At this stage, the practitioner uses suggested images and stories<\/strong> to guide the patient towards their goal: a non-invasive approach that respects the person’s values and environment. During this phase, the patient hears everything and can interact with the professional.<\/p>\n

The time needed to resolve a problem varies enormously<\/strong>, but you can ask the practitioner to agree together on a number of sessions to reach the goal. For example, Ericksonian hypnosis proves highly relevant for addressing stress management and academic success in a <\/strong>child with DYS disorders<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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As hypnosis is not yet regulated in France, visit the Ora-Visio platform to find specialists<\/strong> who have received theoretical and practical training, followed by certification. Available immediately online, all you need to do is follow this link<\/a> to request an appointment<\/strong>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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