Part I: Conceptual Framework. Paving the Therapy Road with Good Intentions. Applying Hypnosis in Psychotherapy. Practical Considerations in Hypnotic Treatment Design. Part II: Clinical Applications. Ambiguity and the Vulnerability of Believing. Focusing on the Future. Clearly You Can/Can't Have it All. Coping Style and the Right to Choose... Wisely. The Case of Mike: Breaking Patterns of Depression. Hypnosis and Suggestions for Prevention. References. Appendices.