This seminal book examines the major core strategies woven throughout the work of Milton H. Erickson, known as the father of modern hypnosis as well as the source for many modern forms of family therapy and brief therapy. To help bring to life these clinical strategies, this book contains numerous clinical examples from Erickson (many never before published).

Milton H. Erickson is recognised as one of the most innovative clinicians of our time. Known as the father of modern hypnosis and the source of inspiration for many forms of family therapy and brief therapy (including the increasingly popular solution-focused therapy) Erickson's influence has reached far beyond the perimeters of any one country or culture. Much of the scientific and popular literature is beginning to focus on the themes of hope and resiliency - Erickson worked from a philosophical position that is best explained using these two concepts. Although Erickson is most...