"Don Mottin ... covers his subject thoroughly, knowledgeably, and with feeling and sensitivity. This book is required reading for all hypnotists working with children or not."--Ed Morris, M.Ed.

In this completely revised, updated and expanded volume, the editors have brought together some of the field's most outstanding contributors to examine the wide-ranging applications and promise of the use of hypnosis with children. The book develops core principles of clinical hypnosis with children and adolescents and each contributor delineates how they apply these precepts in a range of psychological and medical settings. The result is a constellation of perspectives and clinical applications that move the reader beyond literature review to practical advice.

Offering a balanced overview of complementary and alternative therapies, this book will be useful for parents of children with autism, ADD or other learning disabilities. The book covers a wide variety of mind-body interventions and manipulative techniques, as well as energy therapies, biologically based methods, and alternative medical systems. For each approach, the author provides a detailed description of what the treatment involves, which professionals will be working with the child, and an explanation of the rationale behind the therapy. She also offers advice on who to approach for treatment, and includes a list of recommended resources and useful contacts for further information. This book will be a valuable source of information for parents and professionals working with children who have disabilities that impact their learning or behavior.

"Kids in Trance," is a fantastic book written specifically for parents with young children and teens. It is the only book of its kind that teaches parents how to safely utilize clinical hypnotherapy, meditation, and auto-suggestion with their kids/teens for problem-solving purposes. Parents report success with issues such as: stress management, better grades, self-esteem, nail-biting, bed-wetting, headaches, peer pressure, bullying, weight control, thumb-sucking, sports performance, test-anxiety, teeth grinding, avoiding drugs, nightmares, fears, confidence, habit control, shyness, asthma, potty-training, and many others.This book focuses on original strategies from the Kids In Trance Seminar, made famous by author and motivator, John Eric Jacobsen. "Kids in Trance is a Must-Read for all parents with children and teenagers. It can help you give them the winning-edge to overcome life's obstacles." Dr. Jean Marie Sawyer, Clinical Child Psychologist

While the title "Arm Your Child" may alarm you, this book is simply a practical guide about raising happy, positive kids. As you know, parenting can be challenging and there has never been a time more challenging for parents and children. Our children are being exposed to drugs, alcohol and sex at earlier and earlier ages. Bullying is rampant. What can a parent do to guide their children safely through these trying times? You can "Arm Your Child" with the practical tools they need to not just survive but thrive in today's rapidly changing world. These tools are the same ones taught in reputable martial arts programs around the world that help children evolve into productive members and leaders of society. Using the tools found in this book the martial arts continues to help children of all ages develop the self-discipline needed to stand up to life's temptations and the courage to follow their dreams. This book will help you help your child develop the self-esteem, self-disciple and self-confidence they need to be able to say no to harmful attractions. It will help them develop the courage they need to solve problems that arrive in their life on their own. It will help you keep their life full of enthusiasm and develop a better relationship with your child.

Parenting is about to get easier--and a whole lot more effective.... In a time when so many children and young adults seem to be struggling, parents are looking for help in bringing up mentally healthy kids who are equipped to thrive. Finally, evidence-based help is now available for overwhelmed parents who are trying their best but feel like they're falling short. #1 New York Times bestselling author and neuropsychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen and child psychologist Dr. Charles Fay have teamed up to reveal what's missing from most parenting books. It's the fact that you need to address both the brain and the mind of your child (and yourself) in order to effectively raise good and strong humans. In this groundbreaking book where neuroscience meets love and logic, parents are given practical tools to help children of all ages go from behavioral problems like defiance, meltdowns, and power struggles to being: Responsible, confident, kind, and resilient Better prepared to make good decisions More focused and motivated Better able to have healthy relationships, and more.... Let Dr. Amen and Dr. Fay help you learn how to be the parent you've always dreamed you could be--and raise great kids who are on their way to reaching their full potential, including their best possible mental health.

Updated and revised in response to developments in the field, this fifth edition of Hypnosis with Children describes the research and clinical historical underpinnings of hypnosis with children and adolescents, and presents an up-to-date compendium of the pertinent world literature regarding this arena. The authors focus on the wide variety and scope of applications for therapeutic hypnosis; including an integrated description of both clinical and evidence-based research as it relates to understanding approaches to various clinical situations, case studies of practical aspects, and how-to elements of teaching therapeutic hypnosis skills to clients. This new edition includes new chapters on helping children in disasters and pandemics with hypnosis, and helping parents. This book is essential for therapists and students who wish to gain a complete overview of hypnosis with children and adolescents.