Yvonne Dolan works from the assumption that, despite the traumas they have endured, clients have the inner resources to create uniquely effective solutions to their problems. Both solution-oriented and hypnotic techniques are used to tap those resources in the context of a safe, respectful relationship. Clients are encouraged to trust themselves, to move at their own right pace, and to recognize and build on tiny signs of healing Ericksonian techniques are particularly powerful in enabling clients to resolve dissociated traumatic experiences, experience corrective development learnings, and...

Based on Getting Well in Orlando, a 28-day programme for individuals with life-challenging illness, this book proposes body-mind healing strategies. It contains synergistic components: stress management, imagery training, group and individual therapy, play, laughter, nutrition and exercise.