Combining music and words as a pathway through hypnosis: Practical guidelines

Journal/Book: Australian journal of clinical and experimental hypnosis. 1992; 20: 117-132.

Abstract: Provides practical guidelines for therapy combining music with appropriate hypnotic words to guide attention and experience along a congenial pathway into hypnosis. In its simplest use in the hypnotic situation, music offers an effective and widely acceptable deepening technique; clinicians should begin with this use of music to acquire their own communication skills in the area. Music can also be used as the primary focus of attention for induction as well as deepening. When hypnosis is achieved, it can be a very effective vehicle for carrying verbal suggestions, a primary stimulus for production of emotional experiences, or a background for therapeutic fantasy, guided imagery, or imaginal rehearsal. Music can also provide a safe and appropriate vehicle for self-hypnosis in stress management. (author)

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