by Tim Brunson, PhD

Nothing is more symbolic to the field of hypnotherapy than the art of script writing. This documentation of the process and structure of an intervention represents the intent and thoughts of the clinical practitioner. While it may only imply some of the nuances of how it is ultimately delivered to a subject, it clearly reflects the essence of the theory and concepts and justifies the use of hypnosis for achieving a therapeutic goal.

I recently transmitted an Institute e-course in which I mentioned my assessment, hopes, and even disappointments regarding the current state of script writing within the realm hypnotherapy. In the article I used the terms "clichés" and "myths" to refer to the current prevailing state of script writing education offered by national and international associations of hypnotists. This has caused some puzzlement and calls for further explanation. Although I would think that my comments in the nearly 100 articles that I have written and made freely available through Internet would preclude the necessity for further clarification, perhaps for those who have not followed my writings closely I need to expound further.

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