Most therapists, it seems, have taken their clinical practices online, conducting their sessions through their computers. I have been asked the question many times in recent weeks, “Are there any special considerations to take into account when doing hypnosis in virtual sessions?” The answer is yes and this blog briefly addresses those issues that I… Read More


We are pleased to announce   Mindset is a mobile phone app whose express purpose is to make effective hypnosis sessions instantly available at any time of day to people who want to enhance their quality of life. Sessions range in length from 10 to 40 minutes and address common themes such as feelings of… Read More


One of my most esteemed friends and colleagues is psychologist Jody Thomas, Ph.D. of Stanford University. Jody has been an integral part of the pediatric  pain treatment program there  for many years doing excellent clinical work as well as developing  programs to better serve the children she cares so  much  about. Jody is very skilled… Read More


I’m home, basking in the afterglow of the Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference held last week in Anaheim, California.  Taking place just down the street from Disneyland, which calls itself “the happiest place on earth,” I think that title was temporarily hijacked by the 8,000 plus attendees from 50 countries who rocked the Anaheim Convention Center.… Read More