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NEWSLETTER h itnH rcsnFoundation Erickson H. Milton The 2 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter this loving couple shares their unique resource materials that support our strengths with each other in profes- theme. In the Historical Times column, sional and intimate partnership. To me, Keli Jacobi and Wendel Ray introduce EDITOR’S COMMENTS they will always be the icons of the us to the Jackson Archives, a treasure When I first visited Dr. Erickson, I Couples Conferences. trove for scholars and researchers. Don was looking for the magical formula Marilia Baker and Cecilia Fabre D. Jackson and his team of researchers that would help me know how to treat show how our theme of the unique in Palo Alto, California, often are seen the symptoms and problems that within a pattern of shared purpose can as major historical contributors to cur- clients presented. I had long been ex- be expressed at the community level in rent couple and family therapy ap- posed to the Diagnostics and Statistics their Introducing the Institutes: Cele- proaches. A marvelous resource. Manual, Second Edition (Yes, I am that brating the Contributions of Mexican Considering Rubin Battino’s recent old – sigh), and thought about treat- Institutes to the Evolution of Erickson- publication, Healing Language on the ment as a function of signs and symp- ian Psychotherapy in Mexico. Both practical use of hypnotic language (see tom presentations. Therefore, I was not Baker and Fabre elegantly review the issue V. 31, No. 32), I could not think prepared when Dr. Erickson spent so multifaceted nature of so many unique of a better person to review Narrative much time on their idiosyncratic mean- institutes while being able to enfold Therapy Trauma Manual: A Principle- ings. For Erickson, there were no uni- them within their shared philosophies Based Approach by J. R. Stillman. Bat- versal interpretations. Everything was and goals. A beautiful job. tino’s perceptive appreciation of individualized. This orientation was The rest of this issue is dedicated to See COMMENTS on page 4 more complicated than I had anticipated. That visit was well over three continued from page 1 decades ago and now I cannot imagine tion to print. To experience the rest of COUPLES looking at symptoms without consid- the excitement, please attend Helen John Gottman, Rick Hanson, Harville Hendrix, Esther Perel, Stan Tatkin, and Scott ering the person’s both unique and col- Fisher’s keynote presentation at the Woolley. lective individuality. Couples Conference – Love and Inti- Register Early for the Lowest Rates! Register by December 13 for the lowest During the time when Dr. Erickson macy on April 25-29, 2012. It will be fee offering of $299 US Professionals / $199 Foreign Professionals, graduate students, interns and Seniors. was doing his research and writing, we amazing. knew little about the biological under- This theme of respecting individual Visit the Conference web site www.CouplesConference.com to register On- pinnings of behavior. We knew even differences is continued in Allan Er- line, view and download the complete brochure, review the faculty bios and hand- less about how gene expression af- ickson’s article in the About Milton Er- outs, and reserve hotel accommodation. For more information or to receive a brochure by mail contact The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc., 3606 N. 24th fected behavior and how behavior af- ickson: Reflections of time spent with Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016-6500; Fax, 602-956-0519; Tel, 602-956-6196; Email, fected gene expression. Yet, without him column. It is both light and deep at [email protected] that information, Erickson’s genius the same time. Dr. Erickson’s response showed in his ability to look through to a playful family joke expands our the person’s eyes to find the larger understanding about the man who be- meaning behind the behavior. came the driving force in understand- The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Today, we have a better, though still ing human interactions. limited, understanding of the epige- In our Case Reports column, Eric netic and biologic correlates of behav- Greenleaf presents A Spontaneous Ex- NEWSLETTER ior. What we know helps us to identify perience of “No-Mind” During Hyp- Executive Editor: Richard Landis, Ph.D. some common themes that lodge notherapy. This little-noted human within the person’s individuality. To experience is, again, an example of the Review Editors: C. Alexander Simpkins, Ph.D., that end, this issue’s theme is the cele- celebrations of our uniqueness within Annellen Simpkins, Ph.D. bration of our individuality within the our collective existence as humans. Institutes: Marilia Baker, M.S.W., Cecilia Fabre, M.A. commonality of being human. John Lentz also focuses on Camillo Guest Editors: Betty Alice Erickson, M.S., LPC, LMFT Loriedo’s respect of the individual in Our Featured Interview with Helen Eric Greenleaf, Ph.D. (Case Reviews) Fisher sets this theme. She is inter- his interview for the In The Spirit of Production Manager: Karen Haviley viewed by Pat Love. These two heavy Therapy article. As the recent recipient hitters, in the field of understanding the of the Milton H. Erickson Lifetime Power of Two: Roxanna Erickson Klein, R.N., Ph.D. Achievement Award for outstanding nature of relationships, presented me In the Spirit of Therapy Editor: John Lentz, D.Min. with an interview that was four times contribution to the field of psychotherapy, Loriedo epitomizes the Erickson- Guest Reviewers: Rubin Battino, M.S., Roxanna Erickson Klein, RN, the normal length of our space limita- Ph.D., Maria Escalante de Smith, M.A., John Lentz, D.Min. tions. They fed off of each other’s en- ian valuing of individual differences. ergy to produce an amazing Marilia Baker captures the essence Advertising Information: http://erickson-foundation.org/pdfs/adrates.pdf conversation that covered everything of Jeffrey Zeig and Lilian Borges-Zeig –Board of Directors– The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc. from how biology affects personality in the The Power of Two. Marilia presents how both the professional and per- Jeffrey K. Zeig, Ph.D. 3606 North 24th Street and the biochemistry of relationships Roxanna Erickson Klein, R.N., Ph.D. Phoenix, Arizona 85016-6500 to the function of the addiction process sonal personas of the Zeigs are J. Charles Theisen, M.A., M.B.A., J.D. U.S.A. in love and loss. Painfully, because of role-models for acceptance, apprecia- Camillo Loriedo, M.D. Telephone: (602) 956-6196 space limitations, I could choose only a tion, and utilization of differences. Bernhard Trenkle, Dipl.Psych. FAX: (602) 956-0519 small part of their energetic conversa- Over the years, I have watched how

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me Dad came out of his office and asked her what I meant. (My mother had ear- About Milton Erickson: lier noticed the address to which the first letter was sent was my address and had Reflections of time spent with him quietly figured out the joke.) From this experience, I learned that my father respected everyone, no matter By Allan Erickson what their behavior, and through his actions demonstrated that everyone deserves Almost exactly 50 years ago, shortly after I moved out and was living at col- their thoughts acknowledged and enlightened upon. I also learned that my father lege, I successfully played a practical joke on my dad. However, in a way the joke took his work (or verified other’s) so seriously that he naively accepted my angry is on me because I learned a great deal about my father during the course of this response to his article as valid. It is a perfect example of how genuine and down practical joke. to earth he was, even if the theme of his article seemed esoteric to me. I had a kind of contest with my older sister, Betty Alice. We would carefully go through whatever was published about or published by my father to see if ei- ther of our names were mentioned. Of course, if we saw our name in an article or In the News book we would “hold” it over the other until the facts changed and the next article was published. Stanford University Libraries Department of Special Collections has accepted Thus, it was with this interest in the fall of 1961, that I looked over the latest Jay Haley’s Papers and other materials. issue of the American Journal of American Hypnosis of which my father was the “The Jay Haley Collection consists of 32 linear feet of material that span the editor. I always started at the table of contents and would check to see if my fa- 1950s to 2007 and document Haley’s career through correspondence, papers, book ther was the author of any article. There was my father’s name on an article about typescripts, and media materials. Haley’s papers illustrate his multiple professional mirror writing in- and out-of a trance. Even though the likelihood of my name activities from the practice and teaching of psychotherapy, studies on Milton Er- being mentioned dimmed greatly, I turned to the article and started reading it. It ickson, his collaboration with Gregory Bateson, his clinical work with couples and did not take me long to become confused, very confused. My dad was talking family, his research on schizophrenia, and his work with the Philadelphia Child about having this person mirror writing left to right and right to left, in-and out-of trance. Since I have a down-to-earth mathematical background, I couldn’t con- Guidance Clinic, to his activities as editor for Family Process. The collection also includes Haley’s training films, which present specific cases, as well as his views on strategic and family therapy, Milton Erickson, and other topics.” http://library.stanford.edu/ ...I learned that my father respected everyone, no This was Jay’s first choice as a repository for his archive. matter what their behavior, and through his actions demonstrated that everyone deserves their thoughts COMMENTS Lastly, John Lentz, our In the Spirit acknowledged and enlightened upon. continued from page 2 of Therapy editor, offers us a series of reviews that also reflect his many tal- strategic questions highlights the value ents. Lentz uses his humanistic lens to of this review. Maria Escalante de ceive of how one can mirror write left to right. Mirror writing is just backwards review a range of offerings that include Smith’s insights bring an enlightened writing; hold it up to a mirror and it looks normal, as if it is written left to right! the DVD reviews of Irvin Yalom’s focus to Narrative Practice: Continu- I puzzled over this paradox for a while and decided to write my father a letter Confronting Death and other Existen- ing the Conversations, which Escalante and ask. Having learned something from my father, I decided to be indirect. I tial Issues in Psychotherapy; John de Smith considers a legacy Michael would not make the letter from me. So I wrote it to have fun as well as to get in- Norcross’ The Therapeutic Relation- White left to the world. formation. I acted as if I got madder and madder as I wrote the letter saying more ship, Individualized Treatment, and Our prolific review editors, Alexan- and more things about how confusing the whole article was. Then I signed the let- Other Keys to Successful Psychother- der and Annellen Simpkins, have con- ter H.A. Noskcire, my initials backwards and my name spelled backwards. I sent apy; and Michael Yapko’s book Mind- it off wondering if I would get an answer since my letter, while sincere, was a lit- tributed several resource reviews for us fulness and Hypnosis. Lentz also tle intemperate. in this issue. These include the book shows us the personal connection and CD review of Ronald Alexander’s Within just a few days, I got a thick envelope to H.A. Noskcire. It was a long, within Joseph Tramontana’s book of detailed letter from my father thoroughly addressing all the points I had raised. It Wise Mind, Open Mind: Finding Pur- Sports Hypnosis in Practice: Scripts, seems this person, while in a trance could write four different ways. She could pose and Meaning in Times of Crisis, Strategies, and Case Examples. write normally from left to right. She could write right to left starting at the end Loss, and Change. Considering their This issue’s celebration of our indi- of the words and finish at the start of the words (or sentence.) She could also do publications on neuroscience and East- viduality within the commonality of the same with mirror writing; that is, she could mirror write “normally” starting at ern thought, the Simpkins’ are most being human is continued in the up- the start of the words and end up at the last letter of the words from right to left. qualified to review this integration of coming Couples Conference – Love But she could also mirror “backwards”, meaning she could start at the end of the Buddhism and positive psychology. and Intimacy on April 27-29, 2012 in words and wind up at the start of the word, i.e. mirror writing left to right. My fa- The Simpkins’ publications, covering San Mateo on the beautiful San Fran- ther had even enclosed examples showing where the person started and stopped the range of historical and current per- writing. What a complete answer! cisco peninsula. I get such positive en- spectives on psychotherapy, also make ergy from this conference where the What this showed me was how passionate my father was about his work, some- them the perfect choice for the reviews theme of love and connection is im- thing I (just coming out of being a teenager) had not realized. He also put a great on the Rational Emotive Behavior mersed in an atmosphere of acceptance deal of energy into making sure that what he learned was clear to others. Here Therapy by Albert Ellis and Debbie was a completely polite letter in answer to what my father thought was a total and community. Gregory Bateson Joffe Ellis, Jon Carlson’s and Matt stranger’s rather intolerant letter, and it was answered immediately in great and would call it a “metalog.” I call it won- Englar-Carlson’s Theories of Psy- complete detail. What a nice letter and thorough explanation! derful. Join us in the celebration. chotherapy Series, and finally the con- I decided to come clean. I had H.A. Noskcire write a nice thank you note for temporary TranceForming Ericksonian my father’s prompt and complete answer. I ended my letter with the line “Per- Methods by Camillo Loriedo, Giorgio Rick Landis haps, you have noticed the mirror like quality of my name.” My mother later told Nardone, and Jeffrey Zeig. Orange, California CASE REPORT The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 5 pies, Hypnotherapy, and Active Imagi- ity and Freedom. London: Paul. A Spontaneous “Now it’s before birth.” nation, which utilize bodily sensations, I asked her what it was like there, imagery and non-verbal meditations to Orne, M. T. (1962). On the social Experience of and she reported that “before birth” effect change. Many of these tech- psychology of the psychological was spaceless and timeless and “mind- niques, with attendant predictable and experiment: with particular ref- “No-Mind” During less.” When I recovered from my sur- replicable verbal reports of kinds of erence to demand characteristics Hypnotherapy prise at this last comment, I quizzed V human experience, are recorded and and their implications. American about her knowledge of writings in Zen available to researchers and therapists Psychologist, 17, 776-783. Buddhism. She knew nothing and had By Eric Greenleaf PhD dealing in human consciousness. Perls, F. S. (1970). Gestalt Therapy read nothing. Later, in March, V noted Verbatim. Lafayette, Calif.: Real Show me your original face before that she was re-orienting to the no- Contributions for Case Reports can People Press. your parents were born. mind experience. “I’ve been reading be sent to Eric Greenleaf, Ph.D. at —Zen saying Baba Ram Dass [1971] and I can see [email protected] Reyher, J. A. (1962). A paradigm for Replication is a cardinal principle states of consciousness described there determining the clinical rele- of the physical sciences, much admired that I’ve already experienced hypnoti- References vance of hypnotically-induced by psychologists, yet difficult to adhere cally.” She also confronted her grand- Alpert, R. (a.k.a. Baba Ram Dass) psychopathology. Psychological to in experimental situations with peo- mother in waking life and calmly told (1971). Be Here Now. Sam Bulletin, 59, 344-54. ple. Attempts at prediction are usually the truth of their relationship without Cristobal, N.M.: Lama Founda- Suzuki, D.T. (1956). Zen Buddhism: coupled with criteria of replication in being swayed by the malevolent looks tion. Selected Writings of D.T. Suzuki. the canons of social science. Still, Rey- in grandmother’s eyes or her insinua- Garden City, N.Y.: Doubleday her (1962) has suggested that in re- tion to V that “Some people say I’m a Eliade, M. (1958). Yoga: Immortal- search where demand characteristics witch!” V commented to me that she are operative (Orne, 1962) unpre- felt “all this happened organically and dictable or spontaneous subject re- spontaneously,” and not from any di- sponses can best fit a “scientific” rect suggestion of mine. model of psychological research. On March 27, I suggested to V, Spontaneous subject reactions are es- while in trance, that she “see things pecially telling, of course, when the with no-mind,” and she reported see- data considered is “states of con- ing, “Reality . . . . It’s overwhelming . sciousness” rather than “behaviors,” . . so many realities, but they’re all the since human experience is reported same reality . . . .” She also reported verbally, and verbal reports are subject that her myopia was cleared and she to suggestion and “demand” from the could, for the first time in years, see experimenter or observer. objects clearly at a distance. (This was This brief report of a spontaneously another spontaneous comment, revealed experience during hypnother- unimagined by the therapist, yet con- apy, one in which the subject was un- sistent with reports of the Gestalt ther- aware of a vast body of literature apists as well as of Zen monks (Perls, dealing with identical experiences and 1970; Suzuki, 1956) of “sharper” real- the therapist had no expectation of ity perception and sensation following such an outcome, is presented as an un- therapeutic exercises.) predicted replication of an important, uncommon human experience: “no- There is no Bodhi-tree mind.” Nor stand of mirror bright At the time this experience oc- Since all is void, curred, I’d been meeting with V for bi- Where can the dust alight? weekly sessions of hypnotherapy to deal with compulsive eating. On No- —Hui-neng (Suzuki, 1956) vember 16, in trance, I asked her to conduct an “unconscious rapid review I won’t presume to instruct in Bud- of all the incidents, persons, emotions, dhism. As Bankei, an eccentric master, events, feelings, thoughts and experi- noted, “These are all old stories any- ences that lead to your present dis- way.” What I intend to do is to confirm tress.” What V saw as her struggle with a source of research for psychologists eating was an image of her grand- concerned with human experience as mother taking V as a baby from her well as with human behavior. Suzuki mother. V’s hatred for the grandmother, and others have written of “no-mind” an evil and malicious woman of great and its correlate states of sharp percep- power, was evident. I said, “That’s tion and so forth. Eliade (1958) has de- where she lives,” meaning that the scribed states of Yogic experience, and struggle with grandmother had physi- the Tantric exercises which best ap- cal expression in V’s stomach and in proximate therapy for persons living in her eating habits. When I said these materialistic, sensual societies. These words, V reported seeing the image of are remarkably like the various modern a child, then an embryo, then she said, therapies: Gestalt, the Energy thera- 6 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter IN THE SPIRIT OF THERAPY

Camillo Loriedo any medication and was helping peo- CL: That is because he was bring- ple all over the world in probably every ing out that positive aspect of people. Interviewed by John Lentz religious group. It stemmed from our He wasn’t so directive as people think. Camillo Loriedo, MD, PhD, is pro- need for connections. I think of that as He was motivated by the positive in the fessor of psychiatry and psychology at spiritual. person that he believed in and coaxed the University of Rome, School of Med- JL: That is a very good definition them into seeing what they could be icine and the School of Specialization. of spirituality as a profound connec- and do what they could do. He was Since 1998, he has been a member of tion, as well as a community of sorts motivated to help them be free from the board of directors for The Milton that cares about each other. The cre- what was limiting them. He pro- H. Erickson Foundation. Having just ation of caring communities may be foundly believed in people. I find that served as president of the International one of the healing aspects of religions very spiritual. Hypnosis Society, he recently was all over the world. In that sense, you JL: I do, too, but then I also find elected president of the Italian Society do a lot to create that caring com- how you treat people to be very spir- of Psychotherapy. He has been a mem- munity through your interactions itual and relational. You appreciate ber of the editorial board for the Amer- with others. the larger community that has built ican Journal of Clinical Hypnosis CL: One of the differences that I up through the various organiza- since 2005. Professor Loriedo has see between Freud and Erickson is that tions such as the International Soci- been awarded the Milton H. Erickson ences such as the congresses, it be- Freud seemed to approach others from ety for Hypnosis, European Society Lifetime Achievement award for out- comes a community and it is a pleas- aperspectiveoffear,orseeingtheneg- for Hypnosis, American Society for standing contribution to the field of ure being together. It is such a positive ative in them. Erickson seemed to al- Clinical Hypnosis, and The Milton psychotherapy. He has authored more feeling. Many of these people I see and ways believe profoundly in the positive H. Erickson Foundation, as well as than 350 scientific papers and 25 have seen for years at conferences. It that people have in them. He was al- others -- in part because you have books. just feels good to be with them. ways looking for that. I once wondered played such a large role in creating The interview began after some JL: It is an amazing feeling to be how it was that he always seemed to these communities. It is your positive banter about how Camillo believed with people who you see every year, have such clients, patients, that were belief in others and willingness to there were plenty of people more qual- and get to talk about something that always ones that he liked. I wondered care that spreads and helps encour- ified to speak about spirituality and you are so passionate about. Would how he could have selected such peo- age communities to be so powerfully psychotherapy. He relented because he you say a little more about the spe- ple to see, and then it dawned on me positive and caring about each other. sensed that I believed it would be good cial relationship that comes from that it was how he saw them, and then While it is the integrity of all the peo- for the hypnotic community to know trance which is, in your perspective, it made sense. ple in the community and their willingness to share with each other, you him better. spiritual? JL: Erickson seemed to realize have been a strong presence behind John Lentz: How do you think of CL: When in a trance, there is a the problems that people had were the scenes nurturing, building, spirituality as being a part of what special connection. I want to be in because of the negative trances they planting and cultivating communi- you do? deep contact with a person. I am very were spontaneously developing ties that cross boundaries of religion, Camillo Loriedo: Ithinkofthe curious. I don’t know what will unfold keeping them from seeing, doing, nationality, age, gender and affilia- special way of connecting in hypnosis but I am interested to discover. and being who they could be. tions. as being spiritual. The person really JL: Your curiosity is respectful. hears what the other person is saying. It invites the person experiencing it Psychotherapy is a special encounter, to feel encouraged to remain in a yet over time I developed the idea that positive trance where they are more IN MEMORIAM hypnosis is more than psychotherapy; aware of their resources. You seem to it is a special relationship. go out of your way to be open and JL: Speaking of relationships, at maintain such integrity that it is easy James Hillman and Richard Fisch hypnosis conferences you seem to to appreciate your style of relating. It is with a heavy heart that I report the loss of two preeminent contributors to treat everyone that you encounter in CL: A long time ago, I realized in the Erickson Foundation: James Hillman, PhD and Richard Fisch, MD, both of a very special way. I have noticed talking with a schizophrenic that the whom were born in 1926 and perished in October, 2011. how you are so kind and seem intent more I was open with him, the more he Dr Hillman was a perennial member of the Evolution of Psychotherapy Con- on being helpful however you can. was open with me. When I was young ferences. His Jungian perspective insisted on soul in all of its resonant versions as You have accomplished so much, yet I thought I was supposed to be “hid- central to the psychotherapy process. I was honored to discuss his work at the 2005 it clearly isn’t to impress anyone. den,” but I realized that was more Evolution Conference. Jim embodied his humanistic orientation in all of his deal- You almost are reluctant to even ac- about my ego than anything else. I ings with me and members of the staff. knowledge the amazing things that want people to know as much about me you have already done. Clearly, you as possible, not in an egotistic way but Dr Fisch was instrumental in stimulating my interest in brief therapy, and was seem to look for kind ways to treat in a transparent way so they feel in- considered a founder of the brief therapy movement. I took a workshop with him people, just because you want to. vited to be open as well. Nicole in 1973 at MRI, where he worked. Later he became a dear friend. Dick Fisch frequently presented at Erickson Congresses and the Brief Therapy Conferences. CL: (Laughs) Well, I am sure that I Ruyssschaert said in her keynote fall short, but I try to. I hope that I can speech at the 12th International Con- Our deepest condolences to the Hillman and Fisch families. be of assistance to people. I see the gress of Hypnosis that hypnosis was - Jeffrey K. Zeig, PhD special relationships at these hypnosis probably much older than the 1800s. Director, The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc. conferences as family. 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things happen” is through their Thera- THE POWER OF TWO pist Sculpting project. Jeff informs: grow, develop, and polish “This is a technique we have revamped Jeffrey Zeig & their therapist skills. We and innovated, which had been origi- Lilian Borges-Zeig have a maximum of twelve nally developed in the 70s by Bunny students who are with us for Duhl, Virginia Satir, and Peggy Papp, By Marilia Baker four days. Each student par- among others. We modernized it and ticipates in four roles: 1) as brought it into the 21st Century.” The The personal and professional part- demonstration-patient to us, Zeigs teach the therapists, through nership of Jeffrey Zeig and Lilian the instructors, and his/her these embodying techniques, to take- Borges-Zeig can be described as look- therapists; 2) as therapist to on their role and through the sculpting ing through the prism of a kaleido- a peer-client under peer su- externalize the patient strengths, their scope. As the observer looks through pervision and our supervi- weaknesses, or their symptoms. Con- the “eye” of this ingenious instrument sion; 3) as patient to sequently, this representation provides filled with bit pieces of glass, colorful peer-therapist under our patients an impactful visual experi- beads, and many-shaped pebbles, sun- supervision; and 4) as su- ence. Lilian says she has successfully light penetrating through the lenses at pervisor to peer therapist- applied this technique with her chron- the other end elicits a colorful pattern client.”2 ically mentally ill patients: bipolar, of shapes and forms. The result is in- borderline, suicidal, and the seriously During past few years triguing and pleasing to the eyes. depressed. “The interesting fact is that the Zeigs have taught Mas- Jeffrey Zeig, PhD., founder and di- and faculty. Subsequently, I went for many other kinds of patients, the ef- ter Classes together in many settings: rector since 1979 of The Milton H. Er- through all my hypnosis and brief ther- fects of the visual representation and Singapore, Hong Kong, Spain, France, ickson Foundation, in Phoenix, apy training with Jeff and other neo-Er- its impact linger on and bring forth, Belgium, as well as in New York. In Arizona, is renowned worldwide for icksonians who came to Brazil: many times, ideas on how to solve their Phoenix, they have been offering this his far-reaching vision, his teaching Stephen Gilligan, Stephen Lankton, problems”. exceptional experience in the home skills, and organizational genius. He is and Ernest Rossi, to name a few.” and office of Dr. Erickson, now part of Adding to their cart of professional the architect and organizer of the awe- What began as friendship a few the historic patrimony of The Milton partnership are the Intensive Training inspiring Evolution of Psychotherapy years before became a steady, romantic H. Erickson Foundation. In teaching, Programs, which take place in Phoenix Conferences presented every four or 4 relation by 1999. After three years of a they feel comfortable with each other’s three times a year .Togetherwith five years, since 1985, as well as of long distance relationship, they de- style and agree that they complement Brent B. Geary, PhD., Coordinator of three others, equally impressive con- cided to marry. Both had been married each other quite well, enhancing each the Intensive Training Programs, they ceptually, the Brief Therapy Confer- before and each had a daughter from other’s performance. Lilian, after train- offer Fundamental, Intermediate ences (presented every two years); the the previous marriage. In 2001, Lilian ing for so many years with Jeff, learn- (Spring, Summer, and Fall), and Ad- annual Couples Conference; and the moved to Phoenix with her 15 year-old ing his techniques, and studying his vanced (Summer) training to profes- International Congresses on Erickson- daughter, Amanda, to be with Jeff and books, says that she can almost “see sionals from the United States and ian Approaches to Hypnosis and Psy- his 17 year-old daughter, Nicole. They and hear” in advance when he is going from many other countries in the chotherapy (every three years, since started the arduous process of blending to utilize an anecdote, a joke, or a vi- world, “who are highly motivated and 1980)1. a family with two teenagers. Lilian gnette. She also feels reassured to have interested in learning Ericksonian hyp- Lilian Borges-Zeig, MA, LPC, is in continues, “After a great deal of family him be there for her: “If I forget some- nosis in depth” completes Jeff. private practice in Phoenix. She con- adjustments, immigration challenges, thing, Jeff picks up the speed for me In addition to the joint teaching and ducts seminars and workshops on Er- and some other considerable family and helps me”. training work, each has his/her own icksonian hypnosis, brief therapy, and difficulties we got married in August Both have different strengths and separate private practice, their own couples therapy in the United States 2003, in our own home, near Squaw can build successfully on each of them, separate workshops, and separate in- and internationally. In addition to a Peak. We married, surrounded by close complementing each other along the ternational work. Lilian emphasizes busy family life, she also teaches the friends. It was high summer in Phoenix way. Lilian describes herself as more her multilingual, multicultural skills, Foundation’s Intensive Training Pro- and the air conditioning unit broke spiritually-focused3 and more direct in and her ability to work with cross-cul- gram. Brazilian-born Lilian amalga- down. It was a hot wedding… I can say her approaches, more experiential, as tural clients and couples, “It is very im- mates a comprehensive, all-inclusive that, for sure!” well as multi-culturally oriented. Jeff portant that they have someone who multicultural lens into her clinical prac- The idea that the partnership would adds: “And more heart-centered!” will understand their language and tice and teaching, whether in English, also be a professional one was at the “That is true”, she confirms. She expe- their culture, especially Latino individ- Spanish, or Portuguese. 5 forefront for both. They agreed collab- riences Jeff as more indirect, more ex- uals and couples” . As to their writing Lilian and Jeff first met in 1993 and oration and cooperation would guide pressive and more dramatic, designing plans and publishing together the Zeigs then in 1994 when he came to Belo their way. Jeff had his own vision and and creating greater impact in his in- would like to have the actual chrono- Horizonte, Brazil, to train profession- plans, yet knew how meaningful Lil- terventions. “And… yes”, continues logical time and space between their als in Ericksonian Hypnosis at the in- ian’s career was to her. As she says, “I Lilian, “he is so strategic, so masterful, busy schedules to write about their vitation of Angela Cota and José dedicated my whole life to having a ca- oh… so masterful in his use of hyp- Therapist Sculpting methodologies, a Augusto Mendonça, who afterwards reer, to being a professional. It is im- notic methods. He takes the lead, as far dream they will accomplish some time established an Institute (1995). “Since portant to me”. as the initial assessment and jumps into into the future. I was an instructor at the Institute and Jeff gives an example of the many action… allowing me to just sit back, As to this couple’s problem-solving since I was one of the therapists fluent dimensions of their work: “One of the to observe the system, intervene later styles and how they have addressed in English,” Lilian explains, “I was as- ways that we teach together is through if necessary, or just let Jeff do a beau- everyday challenges, Jeff offers a designed to pick up Jeff at the airport, to Master Classes. In essence, the Master tiful job!” lightful vignette: “Because we both are drive him to the hotel, and to accom- Class is a hands-on, in-depth learning Another way they are “making pany him to dinners with the directors experience in which the attendees can See POWER OF TWO on next page 8 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter

POWER OF TWO subtle ways through which composers continued from page 7 and their music embellish suggestive well-versed in Ericksonian therapy we tunes and innuendos to express emo- might choose to use metaphors in ad- tions, Jeff reports that he has been able dressing problems. I can remember a to better understand Dr. Erickson’s metaphor Lilian used that was highly own sophisticated implications and in- influential and effective, and stuck with nuendos in hypnotic work. Jeff will be me. One morning she came downstairs, delivering a keynote speech on took a look at the kitchen, and then said “Beethoven and Erickson” at the 11th to me in her charming Brazilian accent Congress in December, looking at the … “I think the ‘kitchen fairy’ is over- structural aspects of intended impact in worked…” Jeff said: “She is right, the the first few minutes of the Fifth Sym- kitchen fairy already does a lot of phony, comparing this magnificent work, and gosh … who wants to give opus to Milton Erickson’s own master- extra tasks to the already overworked ful therapeutic compositions. kitchen fairy… Ever since then, when Thank you, Jeff and Lilian, for IcomedownstairsintothekitchenIam role-modeling to the Ericksonian world careful and make sure that when Lilian your personal and professional part- comes down, everything is in ship- nership, as you conceive, create, sculpt shape… so the kitchen fairy does not and chisel your teachings, your thera- need to do any extra work! That was an peutic practice, your family life, and effective metaphor that really captured your marriage -- a never-ending and my attention, and changed my behav- all-rewarding task. ior.” Some day, after we have mastered Both Jeff and Lilian affirm that the waves, the tides, and gravity, we their marriage “is very good at tolerat- shall harness for God the energies of ing differences in orientation.” Jeff re- love. Then, for the second time in the lates that in their leisure activities history of the world, [humans] will while she is more likely to be found have discovered fire. reading non-fiction works he will be -- Pierre Teilhard de Chardin more interested in fiction. Lilian will be mostly interested in pursuing spiri- 1 See Zeig’s personal reflections on tually-oriented enterprises (she was re- the history of the First Interna- cently on a four-week rigorous tional Congress in: The Milton meditation endeavor in India), Jeff is H. Erickson Foundation Newslet- more likely to be found playing bridge ter, Vol. 31, nº 2 (Summer 2011); on the Internet with very serious chal- p. 13. For further information lengers. “One other hobby that I have,” consult the 11th Congress Syl- says Jeff, “is to fly gliders. I fly gliders labus: www.erickson-foundation.org acrobatically… a relaxing activity that 2 does not much interest Lilian…” (she See Master Class at: www.erickson- laughs in the background, delighted foundation.org and amused…). 3 Further information: “In the Spirit of Another inspiring hobby Jeff has Therapy – Lilian Borges-Zeig” taken up is playing the tin whistle (or by John Lentz, D.Min. The MHE the Irish penny whistle), an interest Foundation Newsletter, Vol. 31, stimulated by his friend John nº 1 (Spring 2011); p. 6. Gottman.6 He mentions that after 4 decades of not playing any musical in- For details on the Intensive Training strument he is now highly involved in go to: www.erickson-foundation.org learning to read music and playing. 5 For specifics on each, see: “Actually” he says with delight, “this www.JeffreyZeig.com and practice has been highly instructive to www.LilianBorgesZeig.com me and has changed my teaching style. To experience the ways in which a sim- 6 This end blown, six-holed, small ple tune can be embellished, has al- flute-like woodwind instrument tered the way I understand hypnosis. also called the English Flageolet, Both music and hypnosis have struc- can be found in many cultures. It tural similarities since both are based is similar to the recorder, native in changing people’s perspectives, flutes, also originally associated states, and emotions, particularly with Celtic music. In: through using innuendo.” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tin_ By studying the sophisticated but whistle The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 9 10 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter INTRODUCING THE INSTITUTES Celebrating the Contributions of Mexican Institutes to the Evolution of Ericksonian Psychotherapy in Mexico

By Marilia Baker & Cecilia Fabre1 dedication to the spirit of Milton H. Er- ickson have contributed enormously to The establishment in 1989, by the development and evolution of Er- Teresa Robles Ph.D. and Jorge Abia, icksonian approaches in México. M.D., of the first Milton H. Erickson Throughout the years this newsletter Institute in Mexico, followed by an- has been featuring the phenomenal other one in Guadalajara by Ricardo work disseminated by these esteemed Figueroa, M.S. and Juan Francisco colleagues and former students of Cen- Ramirez in 1991, opened the way to tro Ericksoniano de México who es- significant dissemination, expansion, tablished their own institutes. We thank and growth of Ericksonian approaches and honor all of them, too many to to hypnosis and psychotherapy in this mention.2 vibrant country of 113 million. Today, 22 years later, there are more than 20 Since 1989 health and behavioral Institutes in Mexico, many with satel- health professionals have witnessed the lite educational centers to facilitate dis- enriching expansion of Ericksonian semination of research and training. methods in Mexico. Ericksonian hyp- There are institutes, training sites, cam- nosis achieved a highly respected place puses or educational centers through- among these professionals. A signifi- out La Paz, Baja California and cant, critical moment for Teresa Rob- Hermosillo on the country’s north- les, during the first years of western coast. The northernmost cities implementing hypnosis, is worth re- of Tijuana, Mexicali, Monterrey, and peating. During these incipient times, Chihuahua also house active Erickson Robles found out that she herself had Teresa Robles and directors & representatives of Grupo Institutes. Likewise, the country’s to undergo gall bladder surgery. Feel- CEM, Centro Ericksoniano de Mexico. ing strongly that she should be congru- heartland hosts institutes or training bution - revolutionary even - to Erick- Zeig and Betty Alice Erickson from the sites in Torreón, Morelia, Leon, Gua- ent with her beliefs about hypnosis, and with full trust in the Ericksonian sonian methodologies in the Western U.S., representing the original source najuato, Guadalajara, Queretaro, Oax- world. of Dr. Erickson’s teachings. Among aca, Xalapa, Veracruz, Puebla, techniques she had at hand, Robles de- In 1999, Robles established the others were Marilia Baker, Sofia Aguascalientes, San Luis de Potosi, cided to undergo her surgery without Centro Ericksoniano de Mexico,which Bauer, Patrick Bellet, Consuelo Ca- Cuernavaca, Texcoco, Lomas Verdes, chemical anesthesia. She then enlisted was created to encompass broader con- sula, Angela Cota, Cristina Cota, Ri- and Nezahualcoyotl. From Tuxtla Jorge Abia, who enthusiastically ac- cepts and themes within the Erickson- cardo Feix, Regina Nohra, Eduardo Gutierrez, Chiapas in the southwest to cepted the challenge to assist her solely ian methodological umbrella. Teresa’s Penido, Wilma Sponti, Claude Virot, Mérida and Cancún in the Yucatán with hypnosis during surgery. The op- eration was a success. vision was that of serving communities and Lilian Borges-Zeig. In addition, Peninsula, México encompasses the works by these authors, as well as Dan largest number of licensed Milton H. Short and Roxanna Erickson-Klein, Erickson Institutes in the world. The were also translated into Spanish and Ericksonian philosophy, its methodol- published by Alom Editores, the pub- ogy, and clinical approaches to hypno- Our belief is that Ericksonian psychotherapy lishing arm of Centro Ericksoniano de sis and psychotherapy have found a Mexico.4 solid home in the heart of the Mexican contributes significantly to the development of Simultaneously, several Mexican people. human potential and to a better world for all. Institutes were being established, This 11th Congress issue of Intro- mostly by former students of Centro ducing the Institutes wishes to cele- Ericksoniano de México, significantly brate the pioneering spirit and expanding Ericksonian approaches to indefatigable efforts of Teresa Robles This success led to many others. in a manner that led to well-rounded, hypnosis and psychotherapy through- to disseminate Dr. Erickson’s lifework fulfilled individuals, couples, and fam- out the country. Founding directors of in her own country, in Latin America Robles expanded her training within Mexico and Latin America, Europe, ilies, experiencing bienestar integral, Institutes have commented with enthu- and in Europe. We also wish to recog- embracing happiness, collaboration, siasm about this expansion: nize the remarkable contributions of and the U.S. The publication of several and expressing their emotions con- Marcelo Alvarez, MD, Director of many other Ericksonians including books in Spanish was eventually trans- structively. Another cornerstone was to the MHEI of Nezahualcóyotl writes, Jorge Abia, Marcelo Alvarez and lated into Portuguese, French, Italian further refine the concept of tailoring “Our Institute has trained several gen- YolandaAguirre, Luis ManuelAlcocer, and English, including Concert for treatment toward the Mexican lan- erations of therapists in Ericksonian Juan Ramón Beltrán, Marta Campillo, Four Hemispheres in Psychotherapy guage and culture - and to the Latin approaches since 2004. Most funda- Ruperto Charles, Cecilia Fabre, Martha (1995) where the basis for a fully Neo- 3 culture in general. To that end, Latin mentally, we have contributed to the Eve Sandoval, and especially Ricardo Latin hypnotic language was created . This represented a significant contri- American and European professionals Figueroa who through their steadfast were invited to México, as well as Jeff See INSTITUTES on next page INSTITUTES The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 11 continued from page 10 stitute has achieved collaboration and hypnosis and psychotherapy, and to a tute of Puebla, who kindly con- dissemination and knowledge of Dr. signed agreements with many cultural philosophy of life that enriches the tributed to the writing of an ear- Erickson’s philosophy of life and life- organizations in Baja California such emotional health of individuals, fami- lier version in Spanish. work in academic forums.” as the Instituto Sudcaliforniano de Cul- tura, and with several national and in- lies, and communities. We are thankful 2 Please see the Foundation webpage Martha Eve Sandoval, MA, Direc- ternational organizations such as the to Teresa Robles for having united her for list of Mexican Institutes at tor of the Campus Morelia, Centro Er- United Nations. We have also offered heart and mind to Dr. Erickson’s heart www.erickson-foundation.org icksoniano de México,“Throughour training in Ericksonian hypnosis and and mind in order to bring inner peace work with Centro Ericksoniano de psychotherapy by distinguished na- to individuals and families who seek it, 3 The term Neo-Latin languages, also México we have generated a great deal tional and international colleagues, therefore building a better world for all known as Romance languages of interest from colleagues – regardless Teresa Robles, Consuelo Casula and of us”5. refer to the four main languages of therapeutic schools they follow - and Marilia Baker among them.” México is a great country, of spoken in the modern world: Ital- students alike, eager to learn about immense vastness ian, French, Spanish, and Por- Milton Erickson’s methodologies. We Fernanda Medina, MA, director of tuguese. have offered training to professionals the MHEI of Puebla, summarizes the It is rich in colors, flavors, and thoughts of her many director counter- and provided clinical work to the gen- many languages 4 Please consult: parts by specifically honoring the role eral population so as to improve their www.grupocem.edu.mx/alom/li- Teresa Robles has had throughout the It is rich in contrasts and quality of life and their outlook on life. contradictions bros_ingles.htm Our belief is that Ericksonian psy- years. She says: “Ericksonian psy- 5 chotherapy contributes significantly to chotherapy arrived in México through And it is a rich cauldron For further information go to Centro the development of human potential the unwavering determination of Dr. welcoming all races! Ericksoniano de México at: and to a better world for all.” Robles. It arrived to stay forever in the — Fernanda Medina www.hipnosis.com.mx hearts and minds of the Mexican peo- Matilde Cervantes, MA, director of ple. We are thankful to Milton H. Er- 1 We wish to thank Fernanda Medina, Centro Ericksoniano de La Paz agrees ickson and for all that he contributed to MA, director of the MHE Insti- with her colleagues and adds, “Our In- tablished a therapeutic discipline that members of the Palo Alto Group. Soon 12 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter others continue to refine, and like the thereafter, Weakland encouraged Ray newly mechanized steam engine of the to formally create an archive to assure Industrial Revolution, Jackson’s work adequate preservation of the surviving HISTORICAL TIMES was a complete paradigm shift in the materials from the Bateson Research 1950s, way ahead of its time. team. Over the course of the last 20 Don D. Jackson therapists, including Milton H. Erick- Researchers and MFT scholars years the numerous unorganized and son, Gregory Bateson, Virginia Satir, may principally thank John H. Weak- unlabelled boxes of materials stored in Archives Gianfranco Cecchin, Carl Whitaker, R. land for the survival of these original the basement at MRI were moved to D. Laing, Heinz von Foerster, Bradford materials that record the founding of Strauss Hall at ULM, a facility that of- A Treasure Trove P. Keeney, Steve de Shazer and others, the Marriage and Family profession, fered better climate control and where for MFT Scholars have also found a home in the Jackson which a journalist coined “one of the Ray is based. Archive. The Archive covers the work best careers of 2011” in a recent U.S. The expansion of documents and and Researchers of the MRI Brief Therapy Center, as News and World Report article. Weak- expenses incurred by operating the well as the history of Gregory Bate- land, the first person Gregory Bateson Jackson Archive is funded primarily By Keli Jacobi and Wendel A. Ray1 son's Research Team and MRI’s early asked to join him when he formed his through private donations and other ex- investigators. now-famous research team, was also ternal funding sources, and by the It is estimated that almost two mil- among the first to be asked by Jackson ULM College of Education through lion people are now receiving treat- These materials provide doctoral to join him when the MRI was estab- provision of space, equipment and ment from a marriage and family students and other scholars of commu- lished. The original research team in- Graduate Assistants, according to Ray. therapist. These therapists enrich lives nication / interactional / cybernetic the- cluded Gregory Bateson, Don Jackson, frequently using an approach estab- ory, family theory and therapy, and “As materials are preserved and Jay Haley, John Weakland, and lished over 60 years ago by renowned brief therapy, such historical scope and placed in modern digital format a mas- William Fry. psychiatrist Don D. Jackson and his team depth that it has supported the work of ter copy of each of the preserved doc- of researchers at the Mental Research 20 dissertations; 12 at ULM and addi- “Weakland had the foresight to pre- uments is returned to MRI where they Institute (MRI) in Palo Alto, Calif. are housed in a collection,” he said. “A duplicate master of the entire collec- But before becoming professionals, tion of the preserved materials is re- every therapist starts as a student. And tained at ULM.” for more than twenty years, Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) doctoral Ray said the long-term goal is to students from around the globe, and have the entire archive available to re- others seeking background on Jack- searchers, scholars and practitioners. son’s groundbreaking work, have been Efforts are also underway to make able to delve into a virtual treasure these materials more widely available trove of historical documents using the in published form; a complex endeavor Don D. Jackson Archive, housed at the due to confidentiality issues, he said. University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM). For information and controlled ac- Thousands of original audio cess to the Jackson Archive Project, recordings, video recordings, and orig- contact Wendel A. Ray, Ph.D., at the inal paper documents, including un- ULM Marriage and Family Therapy published materials from numerous Program, at [email protected]. completed research projects compete 1 Former journalist Keli Jacobi is pur- to fill the space in a humble, but invit- suing a Master of Arts in History Wendel Ray, Ph.D. in the archives. ing room, located on the first floor of at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and was recently pub- ULM’s Strauss Hall on the University tional dissertations by researchers at serve numerous reel-to-reel recordings, lished in Southern Studies: An of Louisiana at Monroe Campus. Hun- universities including Harvard, Vir- written documents, and films from the Interdisciplinary Journal of the dreds of rare photographs, first edition ginia Tech, Syracuse and Nova South- Bateson Team era and from the pio- South. She works in the ULM books and original articles also fill the eastern, all seeking to find to find their neering work completed at the MRl,” Office of University Relations space. At the center of this vast array said Ray. “These collections constitute own Rosetta Stone to the growing Mar- and is an award-winning feature of primary and secondary sources – a riage and Family Therapy field. two of the most important sets of ma- joint research project of the Mental Re- writer. “Students studying system theory terials housed in the archive.” search Institute (MRI) at Palo Alto and applied in the behavioral sciences, It was in 1987 that Ray first began Wendel Ray, Ph.D., is a Senior Re- the University of Louisiana at Monroe counseling, marriage and family ther- regular visits to the MRI to train in search Fellow at the Mental Re- (ULM) – is Archive Founder and Di- apy, social work, and other related Brief Therapy and study the work of search Institute (MRI), and rector Dr. Wendel Ray, who joined the fields have benefitted from the material Don Jackson, who was also the subject Professor of Family System The- ULM Marriage and Family Therapy offered here,” said Ray. “We support of Ray's doctoral dissertation. ory in the Marriage & Family faculty in January 1990. Therapy Program(s) at the Uni- students’ and others’ efforts in prepar- Using an ancient, portable reel-to- “As a working archive, rare docu- versity of Louisiana at Monroe ing assignments, competing assign- reel tape player, Ray spent countless ments are constantly being preserved (ULM). His knowledge of the ments, writing articles and books and hours in the dank MRI basement or- and duplicated in digital format, and contributions of Don Jackson and completing dissertations.” ganizing and studying audio and film used as the basis for publishing and re- other members of the Palo Alto Just how important was Jackson to recordings of clinical interviews made search,” said Ray, glancing over the Group, along with frequent trips the MFT profession? So important that by these early researchers, when the prized collection on a recent afternoon. around the world presenting re- he has been compared to the Scottish MFT field was barely in its infancy. “Our graduate assistants stay immersed search about System Theory, has inventor James Watts, who revolution- Ray also reviewed hundreds of pub- in work that is never fully done.” provided excellent material for ized the steam engine in such a posi- lished and unpublished materials and the many students he has taught Significant materials from other tive way that others could only hope to conducted multiple interviews with all through the years. leading family and brief theorists and refine it. In similar fashion, Jackson es- living associates of Jackson and other The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 13 Pinching Time: Preserving Erickson’s Essence

Visitors who sign the guest book provide perspective: One guest from Ohio said, “A memorable moment; it has been like a pilgrimage to the home of ‘Mr. Hypnosis.’

A museum is in the making; its intent is to pinch time from the life of Dr. Mil- ton Erickson and his wife Elizabeth. The phrase “pinching time” refers to captur- ing a moment as it is happening, and freezing the essence of it within your mind. Both powerful and playful moments occurred in the Erickson home and the Foun- dation is committed to creating a historical/experiential museum within the home so all who have an interest can re-live the essence of the master teacher. In her will, Mrs. Erickson made a provision for the Foundation to purchase the Erickson home, which consists of both his office and living quarters. If you have not yet had a chance to see Dr. Erickson’s office or his home at 1201 E. Hayward Pictured is Jeffrey Zeig, PhD, and co-director of the Milton Erickson Ave. in Phoenix, where he lived and worked during the last decade of his life, you Foundation, discussing the life and ideas of Milton Erickson at the are in for a treat! Erickson’s Hayward House on the evening of October 25, 2011. The event was hosted by Spirit of the Senses' Salons. Visitors who sign the guest book provide perspective: One guest from Ohio said, “A memorable moment; it has been like a pilgrimage to the home of ‘Mr. Hypnosis.’ Dr. Erickson is, and will Dr. Zeig shares stories forever be, what a psychiatrist (as an ideal) should of Dr. Erickson with be.” A Japanese visitor to the home wrote, “What guests seated in the a place to wander about. What a space to wonder kitchen and family around. This visit is like an open invitation to my room of the Erickson's unconscious to play with my heart and mind.” Vis- home. Visitors to our itors experience a range of deep emotions unique new museum will have to each individual. opportunities for these Currently, the Erickson children are in the types of experiences. process of recovering special items that were in the home during the years their parents resided there, and they are returning those items to the Founda- tion where we will reintroduce them into the home. Stephanie McBride-Schreiner, a historian, editor and Ph.D. candidate, has been interning with the Foundation to develop plans for the museum. The Foundation will be making application to the City of Phoenix for a historical building permit that, if secured, will provide minimal funding for physical upkeep. Finally, at the 11th International Erickson Congress, Foundation friends from around the world will bring special items of Dr. Erickson’s to donate at a ceremony acknowledging the museum. Please help the Foundation estabish the museum. Visit our website www.erickson-foundation.org to make a secure donation online or mail your gift to Foundation headquarters.

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Zeig, mingling with Salon guests in the backyard of the Hayward House. 14 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter A Global Center of Excellence

in Psychotherapy Interactive Applications Become a Founding Member! Manager for the Foundation, Support the Efforts of the Tristan Zimmerman, Milton Erickson Foundation! holds architec- tural renderings Since the mid-70s, when students of Milton H. Erickson made a commitment to carry for re-design. on his legacy and teachings, no undertaking has been as large as the one the Foundation is developing today. We are launching a Capital Campaign to create a global Center of Excellence (COE) in psychotherapy with Ericksonian methodology as its foundation. This Center of Excellence will provide a new facility for Foundation operations, expand and improve our precious archives, provide opportunities for additional educational workshops, and establish an amazing museum in the home of the late Dr. Erickson. The COE will be a global destination for practitioners of Ericksonian methods, graduate students seeking to access archival material on all aspects of psychotherapy, international institute leaders and members, and local Phoenix behavioral health professionals interested in furthering the work of the Foundation. It also will be home to the Founda- tion Press. Many of you receive our Newsletter, visit our website, attend our conferences, and support the advancement of the Foundation’s mission by simply utilizing Erickson’s teachings in your own practice. Now you have an opportunity to become a member of a significant historical event. The Foundation has operated from modest headquarters in adjoining 1940s bunga- lows for more years than most remember. We recently acquired an easily accessible office facility. This building, called the “Erickson Building” will be the new home for the global center of excellence in psychotherapy. Our operations staff, a small, dedicated group of ten people, are overseeing the remodeling of the Erickson Building to become an amazing gathering place and repository. The costs for both the center where we will house our archives and offer additional educational opportunities, as well as the costs for establishing a museum in the Erick- son home, are significant. We seek your financial support to create a new phase in the history of advancing Dr. Erickson’s work. To become a Founding Member please donate only $500. Your name will be in- scribed on the Founding Members’ Wall of Honor, displayed prominently in our new building; you’ll also receive an invitation to a VIP reception in the new building on May 22, 2012; and, you also will receive a handsome certificate of membership and appreciation.

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All donations are welcome, no matter the size. Legacy Circle members are offered naming opportunities. Our donation system will allow for regular monthly debits to your account if you would rather make your donation in increments. Foundation Director and Founder, Jeffrey Zeig noted, “In the 30 year history of the Erickson Foundation, we have never asked for support. Many professionals have been influenced and inspired by Dr Erickson. This is a moment in which your support would help us to promote and expand Dr. Erickson’s legacy.” Visit www.erickson-foundation.org to view a delightful video on Dr. Erickson and our new endeavor. You also will be able to make a secure online donation or you can complete the donation form in the Newsletter. Call our executive director, Susan Kavanaugh, at 602-956-6196 with any questions you may have about your tax-deductible gifts. The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 15 Milton H. Erickson Foundation An October 14-16, 2011 presentation was facilitated by Ernest and Kathryn and Esalen Institute Rossi, titled, “Permissive Suggestion and the Inner Search for Creative Resources.” This will be followed January 20-22, 2012 with a presentation by Roxanna Erick- Two educational giants have teamed up to offer a series of workshops titled, son and Dan Short titled, “Hypnotic Suggestion and Everyday Communication." “Ericksonian Hypnosis in Everyday Life.” The Esalen Institute is a conference and Then on March 9-11, 2012, Brent Geary will conduct a workshop, “Utilization retreat center in Big Sur, California. Nestled within the Santa Lucia Mountains, and Strategic Problem Solving in Ericksonian Hypnosis and Psychotherapy.” On Esalen is known for its cliff-side natural hot springs and its blend of East/West June 8-10, 2012, Teresa Garcia will present “Two-Minute Metaphors.” Each of philosophies, experiential workshops, and residential guests who include philoso- these faculty, and others including Michael Hoyt, are being lined up for future phers, scientists, psychologists, artists, and religious thinkers. Esalen is now host- workshops. For more information about this series, view the Esalen catalog on- ing a series of seminars facilitated by some of the most respected names in line at www.esalen.org/workshops/catalog.html Ericksonian training. Alex and Annellen Simpkins began the series, in July, 2011. When asked about their experience, the Simpkins replied, “Set in the spectacular cliffs of Big Sur with majestic views wherever you look, this workshop was destined to be memo- DR. LEN BERGANTINO rable, and truly, it was. From the first moment we drove onto the grounds, we were met with warmth and kindness. Everyone who works there seems to be involved in personal growth and a spiritual lifestyle. Even our housekeeper blessed our room Inter-City and Inter-State after she finished readying it for us.” The Simpkins’ workshop, “Using Erickson- ian Hypnosis to Foster Mind-Brain Change Naturally and Effortlessly,” was con- 2 or 3 generational family therapy ducted in the Huxley Room, which is fitting since Huxley had found his trance (via speakerphone - grandparents too! experiences with Erickson to be meaningful. This presentation was followed in September, 2011, with a course titled, “Accessing Your Unconscious Mind,” by as trained by World Renown Betty Alice Erickson and Eric Greenleaf. Describing his experiences, Greenleaf responded that their workshop was conducted in a huge yurt overlooking the Pa- Carl Whitaker, M.D. cific Ocean. Their 31 participants, from five countries, included lawyers, busi- Call 310.207.9397 nesspeople, web designers, psychotherapists, teachers, physicians, Feldenkrais Licensed Psychologist AZ (266), CA (3837), HI (990) • (ABPP) Diplomate in Family Psychology practitioners, two Olympic level athletes, and several Esalen staff members. Ac- s2.webstarts.com/lenbergantino cording to Greenleaf, “Esalen is physically beautiful and the food was excellent.” PAID ADVERTISEMENT 16 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter

7/9-13 Intensive Training in Ericksonian Approaches to Brief UPCOMING TRAINING Hypnotic Psychotherapy - Fundamental / Phoenix, Ariz. / Geary, Zeig and Invited Presenters 1. DATE TITLE / LOCATION / LEADER CONTACTS 7/16-20 Intensive Training in Ericksonian Approaches to Brief 12/8-11 Eleventh International Congress on Ericksonian Approaches Hypnotic Psychotherapy - Intermediate / Phoenix, Ariz. / to Hypnosis and Psychotherapy / Phoenix, Ariz. / Invited Faculty 1. Geary, Zeig, and Invited Presenters 1. 2012 7/23-27 Intensive Training in Ericksonian Approaches to Brief 1/12-15 Ericksonian Coaching / Sao Paulo, BRAZIL / Jeffrey K. Hypnotic Psychotherapy - Advanced / Phoenix, Ariz. / Zeig, Ph.D. 2. Geary, Zeig, and Invited Presenters 1. 1/19-22 Intensive Supervision Workshop in Ericksonian Clinical 7/28-31 Brief Psychotherapy Master Class / Phoenix, Ariz. / Borges Hypnotherapy - Master Class / New York City, NY / Zeig 3. 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Juan Francisco Ramirez Martinez; Email, [email protected] Neuroscience in Couples Therapy / San Mateo, Calif. / 10. Whole Person Centre Pte. Ltd., P.O.Box0053, Clementi Central, Singapore Invited Faculty (see pg. 1) 1. 911202; Tel/Fax: 67744863; Email: [email protected] 5/3-6 Intensive Supervision Workshop in Ericksonian Clinical 11. Email, [email protected] Hypnotherapy - Master Class / New York City, NY / Zeig 3. 12. Email, [email protected] 5/6 ASCH Approved Advanced Training: Hypnotic Approaches to Mind-Body Disorders and Anxiety: Integrating Psychodynamic 13. Web, www.chinabfc.net and Buddhist Approaches to Growth and Healing (3.5 CEUs) / Pacific Palisades, Calif. / Charlene Williams, Ph.D. 4. To submit a listing for Upcoming Trainings, please send dates, title of workshop, venue (city/state/country), list of presenters, and complete contact informa- 5/24-27 Brief Psychotherapy Master Class / Phoenix, Ariz. / Borges tion ONLY. Information must be sent in the format above. A $25 fee per listing is Zeig; Zeig 8. required. Deadline for the 2012 Spring Issue (mailed April) is February 1, 2012. 6/6-10 Ericksonian Psychotherapy – Hypnotic Patterns / Guangzhou, All workshop submissions are subject to approval by the Erickson Foundation. For CHINA / Zeig 10. more information, please contact Karen Haviley – [email protected]. Insertion form including rates and ad specifications is available online: 6/14-17 Ericksonian Psychotherapy – Hypnotic Pattersn / Beijing, www.erickson-foundation.org/pdfs/adrates.pdf CHINA / Zeig 11. The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 19

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CONFERENCE NOTES Space is still available! The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc. presents the Eleventh International Congress on Ericksonian Approaches to Hypnosis and Psy- chotherapy, December 8-11, 2011, at the Phoenix Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, Ariz. The Congress is co-sponsored by Southwest Behavioral Health Services. The Faculty include more than 50 presenters from around the globe. A Pre-Congress is offered on December 8 and a Post-Congress workshop will be offered on December 12 with Jeffrey Zeig and MichaelYapko entitled, Advanced Hypnosis.ForcompleteinformationincludingthefullCongressbrochurevisit:www.EricksonCongress.com or contact The Milton H. Erickson Foundation, 3606 N 24th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016-6500; Tel, 602-956-6196; Fax, 602-956-0519; Email, office@erickson- foundation.org

The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) will hold their 54th Annual Scientific Meeting and Workshops, Racing for the Finish Line: Closing the Mind- Body Gap. The meeting will be held March 16-20, 2012, at the Westin Charlotte, Charlotte, NC. For more information contact ASCH, 140 N. Bloomingdale Rd., Bloom- ingdale, IL 60108; Tel, 630-980-4740; Fax, 630-351-8490; Email, [email protected] ; Web, www.ASCH.net

Psychotherapy Networker will hold its 35th Annual Symposium 2012 – Creating a New Wisdom: The Art & Science of Optimal Well-Being, March 22-25, 2012, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. Keynotes will be presented by Andrew Weil, Mary Pipher, and Daniel Siegel. The Symposium will explore brain science, mind/body health, and more. For complete information visit: http://psychotherapynetworker.org/symposium/symposium-2012 ; or contact Psychotherapy Net- worker, 5135 MacArthur Boulevard N.W., Washington, D.C. 20016; Tel, 202-537-8950; Toll Free, 888-408-2452; Fax, 202-537-6869. To receive a brochure, email: [email protected]

The Couples Conference: Attachment, Differentiation and Neuroscience in Couples Therapy will be held April 27-29, 2012 at the San Mateo Marriott in San Mateo, California. Faculty include: Ellyn Bader, William J. Doherty, Helen Fisher, John Gottman, Rick Hanson, Harville Hendrix, Esther Perel, Stan Tatkin, and Scott Wool- ley. Steven J. Frankel will present the Law & Ethics Pre-Conference on Thursday, April 26, 2012. For complete information including online registration, the complete brochure and hotel accommodation, visit the Conference web site: www.CouplesConference.com

Brief Therapy: Lasting Solutions – China will be held October 2-5, 2012, in Beijing, China. The Conference includes a large international faculty including Jeffrey Zeig, Reid Wilson, Stephen Gilligan, Maria Gomori, John Banmen, Esther Perel, Arthur Freeman, Tucker Feller, Vasu Hancock and many more. For preliminary information visit the Conference web site www.ChinaBFC.net

The 19th International Hypnosis Congress of the International Society of Hypnosis (ISH) originally scheduled for Melbourne, Australia, has been relocated to Bre- men, Germany. It will be held October 17-21, 2012. Organizer for the Congress is Bernhard Trenkle, director of the Milton Erickson Institute Rottweil (Germany). For complete information visit the Congress Web site: http://www.hypnosis-congress.com/ For Pre-registration information Email: [email protected].

Celebrating the 30 years, the German Society for Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy (DGH) will hold their 2012 Congress entitled, Hypnose – das Tor zum Unbewussten, November 15-18, 2012. The Congress will be held at the Best Western Park Hotel, Bad Lippspringe, Germany. For more information visit their web site: www.dgh-hypnose.de . Office contact: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Hypnose und Hypnotherapie e.V., Daruper Str. 14, 48653 Coesfeld, Germany; Tel, 02541-88 07 60; Email, [email protected].

BOOK REVIEW

in which the severity of the individual event or the duration of multiple events has Narrative Therapy Trauma Manual: an individual impact” (p. xii). This definition is important to know when reading A Principle-Based Approach the book because it seems to me that this book is not about PTSD kinds of trauma since the author uses the word in a milder form of trouble or distress, as in “not act- By J. R. Stillman, LICSW ing or feeling like myself” (p. xii). Casperson, LLC, Minneapolis, MN The book is divided into three major sections: Narrative Principles; Theoreti- 2010 cal Support for Narrative Therapy and Trauma; and Stages of Therapy. Appendix 131 pages A is an extensive set of question tied to various topics in the book, and each is ac- ISBN 978-0-9828490-0-2 companied by “principle scale items” giving pro and con questions and comments Reviewed by Rubin Battino, MS for these topics. One of the hallmarks of Michael White’s work (the author stud- Yellow Springs, OH ied with White) was his brilliant use of questions to move a client along a path of This book is a primer on using Narrative Therapy with trauma which the au- personal discovery and change. Stillman’s book is replete with examples of these thor defines as, “... an experience or set of experiences that disconnects a person questions, and this language usage is a major strength of the book. Connections from what is known and familiar, and prevents a person from accessing knowl- with the client’s world outside of therapy are explored and emphasized. edge that would help to counteract the effects. Trauma is a subjective experience See NARRATIVE on next page The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 19

NARRATIVE continued from page 18 Some of the basic “principles” elaborated upon are: narrative metaphor, positioning, subordinate story development, intentionality, identity proclamation, deconstruction, and personal agency. The “narrative metaphor” is the story people tell themselves and others to make meaning of events that have taken place in their lives. “Positioning” refers to the position or perspective of the therapist with respect to the client. The client is not the problem, but the problem is the problem. This leads to the concept of externalization,whichremovestheproblemfromtheclient and is something that they can examine together to discover how the problem in- fluences the client’s life. There is a controlling influence that can be resisted and removed. Once the problem story is elicited it implies a subordinate and opposite story that can be enhanced. People’s stories are established individually and also in the community of others, and they proclaim these narratives continually to themselves and to individuals around them. “Deconstruction allows the person and therapist to look at the person’s narrative in a social, political, and cultural context. ... Deconstruction can happen on both a local and global cultural/societal level” (p. 43). Via questioning, the client can change perspective. Personal agency simply means that the client now has the power to make decisions about their life and act on one’s own behalf. In a way, people are continually working on making sense of the world, and the main way they do this is via a narrative. A well-illustrated (with woodcuts) hiking metaphor is used throughout to expand on the themes in each chapter. The book could be improved by an index. Also, by including case studies it would be easier to obtain a good practical understanding about how the principles can be applied in practice. Stillman’s book and its outstanding collection of questions will be of interest to those who are Narrative Therapy enthusiasts.

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Narrative Practice: are limited, or when we want to impose our own understandings of life on our Continuing the clients. Conversations Part II: “Special Topics in Ther- apy,” begins with anorexia. This sec- By Michael White tion includes an interview with White in which he explains how to help peo- W. W. Norton & Company 2011 ple view their problem from a different ISBN: 978-0-393-70692-5 (Hardcover) level in order to distinguish where it 202 pages begins and ends, and use metaphors. Reviewed by Maria Escalante Chapter 7, “The Responsibilities: de Smith, MA Working with Men Who Have Perpe- Cedar Rapids, IA trated Violence,” includes “starting as- sumptions” (p. 99), that men who Narrative Practice. Continuing the perpetrate violence to construct their Conversations is a great book and a identity are sponsored by the dis- real legacy that Michael White left to courses of men’s culture. Therapists the world. The introduction, written by can invite men “to refer to their experi- David Epston, explains Epston’s expe- ences of their world and what they rience after Michael White passed have witnessed in relation to tech- away. This first part presents a mean- niques and practices of domination” (p. ingful letter that Epston wrote to White 102). This chapter includes letters and posthumously, in which he talks about exercises aimed at helping clients de- a meeting they would have in Adelaide velop alternative behaviors and after several previous cancellations. thoughts. The preface summarizes the book’s “Externalizing Responsibility,” contents including papers that were Chapter 8, explains how people can ei- originally plenary addresses. White’s ther develop or increase their sense of descriptions of his work with a number responsibility instead of diminishing it. of people are also included. Efforts to directly address people’s Part I: “General Therapeutic Con- experiences of trauma are unproduc- siderations” includes five chapters. tive, often deleterious, and can con- Here is a selection: Chapter I, “Bring- tribute to experiences of ing the World into Therapy and Sub- re-traumatization. White’s unique ap- verting the Operations of Modern proach to treating trauma is covered in Power,” emphasizes the development Chapter 9, “Narrative Responses to of therapeutic practices that deempha- Traumatic Experience.” size the voice of the therapist, and instead bring to the center some of the Chapter 10, “Engagements with life skills of the client, as Erickson Suicide” is about working with the would do, to help people get in touch friends, family, neighbors, and ac- with their resources. quaintances of those who take their own lives. A conversation between From time to time, our work brings White and Wendy, a mother whose son us powerful, unsettling emotions and committed suicide, is worth reading. we lose awareness of them. Our for- gotten emotions may become directed Positivism, which proposes that it to our clients. Chapter 4, “Counter- is possible to directly know the world transference and Rich Story Develop- and uncover the “truth” of the world, ment,” provides encouragement for (p.150) is questioned in Chapter 11, supervision and personal therapy to ad- “Couples Therapy.” As an alternative, dress our own issues. the author proposes post-positivism and deconstruction. By using question- Chapter 5, “The Resistances and ing and externalization, the phenomena Responsibility,” offers a very interest- become multilayered, providing the ing point of view regarding inappro- couple with new insight. priate ways the therapist could potentially proceed. For example, we Summarizing the contents of this may fail in our practice when we lack book was not easy because of its rich- sensitivity to the cultural and ethnical ness and beauty; however, I really rec- contexts of people’s lives, if our con- ommend it. sciousness of politics and local culture PAID ADVERTISEMENT BOOK & CD REVIEW The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 21 ple to advise and help with decisions, sometimes just as a sounding board. Finally, Wise Mind, Open Mind: Finding Purpose Alexander counsels his readers to move forward in their lives with hope and faith, and Meaning in times of Crisis, Loss, expecting life to have rhythms, and at times, manageable difficulties. The CDs, available separately, are based on the method, and provide the im- and Change portant exercises used in the text to make the system your own. Each has eleven By Ronald A. Alexander, PhD guided meditations. The CD entitled Wise Mind, Open Heart is a systematic series of meditations 2008 for applying the method to general issues, such as becoming more comfortable, New Harbinger ISBN: 978-1-57224-643-0 having better beliefs, getting over a relationship break-up, and developing a calm, 211 pages open attitude toward life. In the CD entitled Mindful Meditations for Creative Transformations, Alexan- Wise Mind, Open Heart: A Meditation der provides additional guided meditations for coping with moods and self-judg- ment, becoming more hopeful, and accepting imperfection. He encourages useful Series on Mindfulness and Core Healing attitudes, such as being more satisfied and open minded, and to have more vital- ity. He includes an exercise to gain wisdom from an archetypal wise mentor. He With Ronald A. Alexander, PhD even teaches how to support a friend or relative who is coping with death. CD We liked Alexander’s life message, which he presents with positive direct sug- 2010 gestion. We believe it will help many who can benefit from his clear structured 1 hour 8 minutes system that incorporates mindfulness principles with instructional exercises to im- www.openmindtraining.com plement the concepts. We recommend it highly. Mindful Meditation for Creative INTERVIEW continued from page 1 Transformations ions are part of their biological fabric- We started talking about dating, rela- With Ronald A. Alexander, PhD -this is who this person really is. tionships and the brain. And in the mid- PL: Some biological studies now dle of the day they asked me: Why do CD you fall in love with one person rather 2010 show that there is a percentage of than another? I don't know, I said. 1 hour 8 minutes people who are just not monoga- Psychologists know that you tend to www.openmindtraining.com mous. It doesn't mean they can't be monogamous, but the likelihood and fall in love with somebody from your Reviewed by the impulse and the motivation to be same socio-economic and ethnic back- C. Alexander Simpkins, PhD and Annellen M. Simpkins, PhD monogamous just isn’t there. ground, those with the same general San Diego, California level of intelligence and good looks, HF: Iactuallythinkpeoplewho and those with the same religious and Open Heart, Open Mind, book and CDs, presents a carefully detailed method have philandered all of their lives can social values. But you can walk into a that condenses the approach of a thoughtful therapist who works within the frame find somebody whose personality suits room where everybody has your values of reference of Buddhism and positive psychology. Ron Alexander counsels and in- them to such an extent that they lose and your background and the same de- spires patients to cope well with the immediate concerns of their lives, let go of the motivation to cheat. I believe we gree of intelligence and good looks and their fears, and then move towards their goals. can change—but we need the appro- you don't fall in love with all of them. priate motivations. People can also After the Foreword and introduction in the book, there are twelve chapters di- So there's got to be more to it. vided into four parts, which present the theory, practice, and application of his learn to act “out of character,” being That afternoon, they invited me to method of mindfulness meditation for creative transformation. Alexander believes someone they really aren’t, but want to design a new dating site with them, the the method can be followed by using a three-step formula: (1) Let go of resistance; be. sister site to Match.com, what has (2) Tune in to your creative unconscious to experience open mind; and (3) Move PL: How did your interest in come to be called Chemistry.com. forward with a practical plan for transformation. Alexander views his method as en- personality begin? Oddly, I recall saying, "Are you sure couraging his clients to be creative with their lives through creating a mandala for HF: Ihaven'tstudiedpersonality you've got the right person? I study themselves. until recently. I'm an identical twin and how we're all alike and you want to In the first part, after defining mindfulness as linking attention to awareness, he perhaps this formed my early interest know why we're all different. But they gives a rationale, teaches how to do it, and then instructs readers how to apply the in studying why we're all alike. As a re- had reached out to me at the right time. practice. He includes a chapter on dispelling myths about mindfulness that can sult, most of my research has been di- Ihadjustfinishedmymostrecent lead to resistance. rected toward understanding our book, and was looking for my next The second part is about letting go of negative things, such as unwholesome be- common human nature—those aspects project. of humanity that we all share, such as liefs, self-judgments, and emotional pain. He deals with resistance and gives ex- So I got home, thought about it, feelings of passionate romantic love ercises for achieving insight into these issues as well as exercises to help overcome and a few days later I sat down at an and deep attachment to a partner. them. empty desk to think about what I might The third part is about creativity, enhancing intuition, and managing moods. But six years ago, two days before actually be able to say about personal- Alexander guides readers towards using their mindfulness practice as a resource for Christmas in 2005, I got a phone call ity. Soon, I pulled out a blank sheet of self-regulation, instead of relying on negative habits such as drugs. He urges read- from somebody from Match.com, the paper and wrote on the top of it: ers to use their life experiences sensitively for inner transformation, and gives ex- Internet dating site. She asked me if I Dopamine. I study the dopamine sys- amples and exercises to help learn how to do this. would come in and talk with them two tem in the brain so I proceeded to write The fourth part explains how to use a journal for self-change, and demonstrates days after Christmas. When I arrived down the traits that I knew were linked how to map out life change with an algorithm of concepts. Then he encourages I met with about eight of them, includ- See INTERVIEW on page 25 the gathering and development for oneself of a personal wisdom council of peo- ing the CEO. I was sort of amazed. 22 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter BOOK REVIEW

DVD REVIEW Rational Emotive Then the theory is clearly presented in Chapter 3, with the principles of irra- The Therapeutic Relationship, Behavior Therapy tional thinking that people use to make By Albert Ellis and Debbie Joffe Ellis themselves miserable. The Ellis’s en- Individualized Treatment, and Other Keys courage a path to wellbeing, shared to Successful Psychotherapy Theories of with Buddhism, of unconditional ac- Psychotherapy Series ceptance: Self-acceptance, other ac- With John Norcross, PhD ceptance, and life acceptance. And they Jon Carlson and Matt Englar-Carlson, 1 hour 21 minutes Series Editors provide an ABC Theory of psycholog- 2011 ical effect: An activating event (A) 2011 leads to emotional and behavioral con- www.Psychotherapy.net 154 pages sequences (C) from belief systems (B). American Psychological Association Reviewed by John D. Lentz, D. Min., Shepherdsville, KY 978-1-4338-0961-3 They also provide cognitive, emotional, and behavioral techniques for It is a pleasure to spend time in person with John Norcross and explore his use- Reviewed by bringing these principles into practice. ful, insightful analysis of the research about the therapeutic relationship and keys Annellen M. Simpkins, PhD & to successful therapy in this excellent DVD. Thankfully, moreover, Norcross’s up C. Alexander Simpkins, PhD Chapter 4 on the therapeutic beat, well-informed words of wisdom give you a sense of having a friend who San Diego, CA process and primary change mechanisms is the longest. Included are sys- cares about you and wants you and your clients to succeed. This DVD offers Rational Emotive Behavior Ther- CEU’s, although it is easily worthwhile even if you couldn’t get credit. tematic techniques, such as how to apy (REBT), created by Albert Ellis in dispute rigid thoughts like, “I ab- Randy Wyatt, PhD, interviews Norcross for this DVD series by 1955, has become a sine qua non for solutely must do well at work and love www.psychotherapy.net. Wyatt brings out the best in Norcross, showcasing his psychotherapy today. No matter what because if I don’t, I’m no good.” We strengths though which Norcross presents practical information offered in his char- form of therapy you practice, you are can almost see Albert Ellis wink as he acteristically personable and likeable style. For example, Norcross talks about his likely to also help your clients alter makes this challenge, found among a parents in a way that helps you know why he likes teaching, writing and doing their thinking as the Ellis’s describe. long list of possibilities, “I’m a fallible therapy so much. He discloses himself in ways that help you realize who he is so This book is part of APA’s Theories human being and may often do badly. that you can identify with his background and affirm yourself and your unique of Psychotherapy Series, based on the Tough!” (p. 40). The chapter also in- style as well. idea that theories serve an important cludes sections on the role of the ther- The DVD offers you the questions to ask your clients that collective re- purpose in psychotherapy. REBT is the apist and client, and on brief and search says helps you become a better therapist. Those questions also help you earliest cognitive therapy, which long-term therapy strategies. Applica- maintain a positive relationship with your clients by enhancing their sense of value brought a revolutionary shift in psy- tions to a broad range of problems and in the process, while also eliciting useful information. Not only would this be an chological treatments. From the firm populations are clearly presented with excellent DVD for students and folks beginning their service to others, but it of- theoretical base of Ellis’s REBT com- transcripts from sessions that make the fers tools to the seasoned clinician, and a gentle nudge to become a better thera- bined with the rigorous research of principles easy to incorporate. pist by using the offered methods. Beck’s CBT which followed, we now It is the mark of intelligence to Norcross delineates the importance of the therapeutic relationship. In addition, partake in these effective methods that know the scope and limit of one’s ap- he points out that paying attention to what works can be tailored to the client in relieve suffering and bring real-life proach and Chapter 5, “Evaluation,” ways that affirm what good therapists know and sense. He offers what science sug- change relatively quickly. addresses these issues. The summary gests: how the relationship between the therapist and the client accounts for more Using Occam’s razor, this book in Chapter 6 reviews key points and re- success than we might have previously thought. His enthusiastic remarks leave cuts to the core of Ellis’s system. It minds us that bringing change takes ef- you feeling affirmed while still inspiring you to want to be an even better therapist. clearly explains the fundamental prin- fort, but “for those who work it—it While stating clearly that research reveals some therapists are born and some ciple, drawn from ancient Western works!” (p. 127) are made, Norcross also tells you how to develop more empathy. He indicates how philosophers, that we are the architects This short book packs a punch: to pay attention to the “person” of the therapist. I was particularly impressed with of our lives. REBT teaches how to With its clear rationale, easy to follow how you can cultivate empathy, as well as how important it is to quickly repair apply rational principles that will foster specifics, and deep philosophical and ruptures between you and the client because those ruptures evoke a sense of mis- a happy life and turn around an un- psychological principles, you will un- communication and can cost therapists and clients successful rapport. Repairing happy one. Thinking, feeling, and ac- derstand why REBT has had such an ruptures in the relationship improves trust, heighten effectiveness, and is crucial for tions are all linked, so what and how impact on our field. If you are a new retaining clients. we think has a considerable effect on therapist, this is a must-have clear in- A 55-page manual accompanying this instructor’s DVD includes suggestions what we feel and do. REBT uses these troduction. And if you are an experi- for role-playing, discussion groups, a transcript of the interview, and actual role- interactions to apply a multi-modal ap- enced therapist, you will find this book plays to enhance your learning. proach by changing cognitions, behav- more than just a review; it inspires and IenjoyedthisDVDeventhoughIhaveseenNorcrosstalkinpersonabout iors, and emotions. renews your cognitive work with these subjects on several occasions. His fresh way of thinking and his positive way AhistoryinChapter2chronicles clients. We highly recommend it! of being with the viewer made watching this DVD something I will do several the development of this extraordinary times. I will try out some of the suggestions offered in the accompanying manual. system plus some of the when, where, and how it emerged and flourished.

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On Fertile Ground: body. We like the integrated mind- brain-body perspective she uses for ap- Healing Infertility proaching the problems people face “If the opposite of war is art, the opposite when trying to get pregnant. By incor- By Helen Adrienne, LCSW of the fear that comes with the diagnosis porating mind-body methods of hyp- 2011 nosis, meditation, psychology, and the of infertility is love” ISBN: 1452853754 best that science has to offer, couples 183 pages can take an active role as partners with CreateSpace their doctor to regain some control with Reviewed by the fertility process. This book also ad- C. Alexander Simpkins, PhD and dresses the level of the heart, giving ing an “I in the storm” (p. 64). Chapter Birth to Yourself: A New, Improved Annellen M. Simpkins, PhD readers a deeper source for support and 5helpstocopewithdepressionand You” in Chapter 11, is what this book San Diego, California personal growth. anxiety, and Chapter 6 guides in work- helps readers do: to turn an adverse sit- Helen Adrienne’s inspiring and in- The book includes eleven chapters, ing with the “bodymind” for better uation into an opportunity to grow. formative book, On Fertile Ground: each with information, case histories, coping. Hypnotic methods are taught The final statement gives you a felt Healing Infertility, comes from the and exercises. Adrienne begins with in Chapter 7 to assist in utilizing un- sense for the warm and positive thrust heart. Having personally struggled some encouraging facts about fertility, conscious functioning to ease what we of this book: “If the opposite of war is with infertility and then resolving some information about the brain, and exer- have called the “short-path” limbic sys- art, the opposite of the fear that comes of the issues encountered during her cises to begin relaxing. Chapter 2 de- tem reactions in the mind-brain-body with the diagnosis of infertility is love” childbearing years, Adrienne finds her scribes the emotional impact of the system. In Chapter 8, readers are in- (p. 176). Filled with scientific evi- calling to be a mission to help others infertility struggle, and how to allevi- spired to draw on their spirituality to dence, plus surveys and charts as aids, with these problems. She has been ate these difficulties. Readers are see them through difficult times. We along with exercises to elicit experien- working with infertility for more than guided to understand how to maintain can learn about ourselves by how we tial change, and wisdom from someone 30 years and through out the text de- intimacy through the process in Chap- face adversity, and Chapter 9 guides in with both personal and professional ex- scribes her experience with many var- ter 3. Although fostering positive rela- taking responsibility through fostering perience, this book is a warm and help- ied client situations. tionships with family and friends is self-awareness. Chapter 10 helps with ful guide for anyone grappling with Adrienne views fertility as a com- important, Chapter 4 also shows how ideas for how to handle pain by gaining infertility. We highly recommend On munication between mind, brain, and to keep a strong sense of self by creat- inner strength. The culmination “Give Fertile Ground. 24 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter BOOK REVIEW DVD REVIEW TranceForming many powerful methods we have for Confronting Death Ericksonian facilitating our clients. Chapter 4, “Indirect Hypnosis: and other Methods Technique and Strategies,” has detailed descriptions from Loreido and An- Existential Issues in We see memorable Camillo Loriedo, Giorgio Nardone, Jeffrey Zeig tonella Selvaggio along with tran- Psychotherapy cases that display the scripts from therapy performed on 2011 stage. Loreido sensitively illustrates the With Irvin D. Yalom, MD commonality of how Milton H. Erickson Foundation Press Phoenix, Arizona principles he uses in 13 clear steps that 1 hour 34 minutes not facing death ISBN: 978-1-93224857-9 help readers follow him as he attunes www.Psychotherapy.net can rob people. 168 pages to the subject, creates strong rapport, Mill Valley California skillfully observes, and then utilizes 2011 Reviewed by C. Alexander Simpkins, Ph.D. and the client’s style, needs, and respon- Reviewed By Annellen M. Simpkins, Ph.D. siveness. John D. Lentz, D. Min. San Diego, CA Shepherdsville, KY ject inspires you to make more of an Nardone offers Chapters 5 and 6, impact by facing your own mortality. TranceForming Ericksonian Meth- “Hypnosis without Trance: Rendering Wow! On this DVD, Irvin Yalom Yalom then demonstrates how use- ods is the fruit of a long-standing col- Words Magical.” He defines hypnosis shows how amazing he still is, and has ful facing one’s own mortality can be. laboration among three experienced without trance as a state of strong sug- always been. Yalom discusses psy- He discusses insights from patients figures in hypnosis. The book evolved gestibility that comes about from the chotherapy through existential specta- who had avoided the issue and in their from more than ten years of regular interaction with the therapist, and al- cles, and invites you to realize how own words, “lived absurdly.” He illus- meetings to exchange views, and as lows the client to shed rigid perspec- your clients, along with all of us, have trates the issue of avoiding mortality by Giorgio Nardone opined, it is a snap- tives and perceive anew. These states to face issues about death. While I discussing several patients from quite shot of their sharing. are natural and have influenced human liked Yalom 30 years ago, this DVD action through the ages. The author ex- different circumstances. Yalom makes Zeig opens with “An Ericksonian made me feel so positive toward him plores its components in non-verbal a powerful case for encouraging us to Approach to Hypnosis,” which he calls today, that I watched this DVD three communication, such as voice tone, assist our clients similarly. We see phenomenological deconstruction. His times. It felt as if I was talking to an old body posture, and facial expression. He memorable cases that display the com- model helps unscrew the inscrutable friend who spoke truth with insight, also explains how to use spoken lan- monality of how not facing death can mysteries of the hypnotic experience awareness, and factual knowledge. guage with helpful details about what rob people. And, we observe what a through the metaphor of a baseball di- As the DVD begins, people are tak- to do to have the strongest effects. He powerful positive effect facing the in- amond with four bases: attention, in- ing flash pictures of Yalom. He asks teaches people to actualize change by evitable can have on a person’s life. tensity, dissociation, and response, them to stop because the flashes might becoming it, through an innovative use When people make decisions based played on the field of hypnosis. We like give him a migraine headache. The of summarizing. Chapter 6 exhibits upon this ultimate reality we all must his astute integration of the state ver- flashes continue for a few minutes, and hypnosis without trance in two fasci- face, life becomes more respectful and sus non-state debate by explaining that as you watch you can see how gra- nating examples. First is a stage self-affirming. It is one of life’s ironies the hypnotic state is “not a thing, but it cious, patient, and inviting of respect demonstration with Nardone helping a that living with death makes life worth is a way that things happen in a social Yalom is. Eventually, people stopped living. volunteer, and then what the author context” (p. 6). taking pictures, and Yalom continued In this presentation, you get a lot calls “extreme therapy” that arose Chapter 2 “From Magical Sleep to as if they had responded to his first re- more than just CE credits, which you spontaneously when he was participat- New Hypnosis,” by Loriedo and Gian- quest. It was not a-grin-and-bear-it sit- can receive from viewing this DVD, if ing in a TV program at Carnegie Hall. huca Monacelli, provides a sweeping uation, but rather one that reflected you want them. You get the 74-year- Chapter 7, “Systematic Hypnosis tour through the history of hypnosis. Yalom’s gracious, honorable, and re- old Yalom who jokes that he isn’t sure with Depressed Individuals and their The authors clearly distinguish be- spectful way of conducting himself. what it means that people are crowding Families,” offers an interpersonal per- tween traditional hypnosis and Erick- Yalom mentions Epicurus and in to see him today, implying that they spective on depression. The automatic, son’s shift to reciprocal participation other Greek philosophers to make a might be wanting to see him before he unconscious patterns of interaction in and bilateral rapport. They aptly point compelling case that Western psychol- dies. Actually, it is clear that people relationships have hypnotic qualities. out that even though Erickson is fa- ogy began with philosophy. He re- want to see him because of his pro- Therapists can learn to recognize and mous for his elaborate techniques, the minds us that death always has been a found willingness to be real, and deal utilize these hypnotic qualities for true power lies in keen observation, powerful driving force in decision with the tough issues of life while pre- treatment. The chapter describes the solid relationship, and deep under- making. Therapists may miss this point senting those issues with dignity, key features of such patterns, so clearly standing of trance. They emphasize Er- when their patients are dealing with the grace, and wonderful, open honesty. It presented throughout this book, and ickson’s profound caring for each issue for a variety of reasons, but he also is clear that Yalom learned a lot in then indicates how to transform them. person, a quality we observed in our says it in such a way that you never feel his lifetime, and he gives special credit studies with Erickson. TranceForming Ericksonian Meth- he is being judgmental.Yalom explains to the cancer patients who helped ods is an insightful, contemporary ex- In Chapter 3, “Hypnotic Induc- how he became aware of this omission prompt him to face this tough subject. position of therapeutic hypnosis. Much tion,” Zeig develops his phenomenol- through his own work with cancer pa- I loved this DVD and feel affirmed as more than a snapshot, this book is a ogy with the key components from his tients. Thus, you can embrace the in- well as encouraged because of it. rich, evocative tapestry from seasoned sights he offers without feeling baseball metaphor. He provides a suc- masters. We highly recommend it! shamed. In fact, how he treats this sub- cinct overview of indirect induction techniques that can remind us of the The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 25 BOOK REVIEW INTERVIEW Sports Hypnosis in Practice: continued from page 21 with the dopamine system – among the mating process. To my knowledge, Scripts, Strategies, them, risk taking, novelty seeking, cu- this is the first questionnaire developed and Case Examples riosity, creativity, spontaneity and en- directly from biology. ergy. Those expressive of the dopamine PL: In other words, people By Joseph Tramontana, Ph.D. system tend to be more independent, could take a saliva test or a blood test flexible and liberal-minded, too. Crown House Publishing and measure the levels – is that what Bethel, CT Then I pulled out another sheet of you're talking about? 2011 paper, wrote on the top of it: Sero- HF: Itriedthat.Wecollected 183 pages tonin. And I listed the traits that the ac- blood, saliva and urine from 215 men ISBN 978-184590679-5 ademic literature had linked with the and women in a college in Oregon who serotonin system – being cautious but also took my questionnaire. (And by not fearful, being conventional and tra- Reviewed by John D. Lentz, D. Min., Shepherdsville, KY the way, it took us three years to find ditional, following the rules, respecting 200+ sober men and women—people Joseph Tramontana’s Sports Hypnosis in Practice offers something more than authority, being orderly, meticulous, who weren’t taking any kind of antide- a book on sports hypnosis. This book offers you the experience of having a friend and detail oriented, being calm, social, pressants, street drugs, anabolic managerial, often frugal, among others. show you how to help others using these techniques. The reader will feel that the steroids or whatever. We are a drugged Religiosity is also, at least in part, in author really has his best interest in mind and that the author has in mind the best society.) the serotonin system. interests of the clients that you will treat using his approaches. Anyway, we found no correla- Then, because I had written a book tions—which I had actually anticipated Tramontana offers an experienced perspective about sports hypnosis. Not only on gender difference in the brain, I because when you're studying complex will the beginner be able to make use of this book, but the seasoned professional knew a good deal about the testos- brain systems, there are too many un- also will appreciate the practical, insider-knowledge that comes only from having terone and the estrogen-oxytocin sys- known components. For example, the done therapy with this client population for a long time. tems. So I pulled out two more sheets variations that produce differences in Tramontana demonstrates integrity by admitting that here are areas he hasn’t of paper and listed the traits linked with personality most likely don’t stem from treated directly, or about which he only has limited experience. When you think these systems too. Activity in the the levels of these neurochemicals; but about it, such an admission would only be provided by a confident pro. Given that testosterone system has been associ- instead from the numbers of receptor ated with being analytical, logical, di- there are so many sports and so many different levels of sports, to have treated sites, and/or where these receptor sites rective, decisive, tough-minded, good them all would be unrealistic for anyone. Thus, this book is authored by a profes- are most prevalent in the brain, and/or at rule-based systems such as engi- the amount of the substance produced, sional therapist who is humble enough to speak the truth. I appreciated his style be- neering, math, mechanics, music or transported and/or retained in the cause of this orientation and found myself having even more respect for him as a computers, and being emotionally con- synapse, and/or the ratios of these result. tained, skeptical and ambitious – a cer- chemical systems with one another, as Folks wanting hypnotic scripts for quickly learning how to do hypnosis will ap- tain type of ambitious. On the fourth well as their interactions with many preciate this book. You also will be grateful for the invitation to know when to be sheet of paper I listed those traits other systems, etc, etc, etc. The intri- innovative and when it would do well to keep with tradition. With the way Tra- linked with the Estrogen-Oxytocin cacies of how these systems operate to montana personalizes treatments with his clients, you will quickly feel ready to System, including seeing the big pic- produce behavioral differences are personalize work with your clients. You will be able to apply your unique style ture, being intuitive, imaginative, and largely unknown. verbally and socially skilled, as well as and cadence, informed by a skilled mentor who cares about your success as well Nevertheless, there is now a grow- being empathetic and emotionally ex- as your client’s success. ing body of data that each of these four pressive. brain systems is associated with a dis- Many different hypnotic topics are included in the eleven chapters. You will Then I sat there and looked at those tinct constellation of personality traits; find an overview of hypnotic approaches with athletes and then specific applica- four sheets of paper, and wondered so that’s what I have worked with--so tions for golf, track and field, sprinting, distance running and high jumping, gym- whether I could design a questionnaire far. But I really need to take cheek nastics, cheerleading, equestrian, football, baseball, basketball, fast pitch softball, to measure the degree to which you ex- swabs and analyze the DNA of thou- tennis, volleyball, soccer, Olympic shooting, cycling, and rugby. Tramontana also press the traits linked with each of four sands of individuals who also take the includes chapters on recovering from injury and returning to training and compe- brain systems, and then, on this new personality test. I’ve begun that proj- tition. In addition, there is a chapter on substance abuse and other addictive be- dating site, watch to see if your bio- ect, actually, with a fine geneticist from haviors. logical traits actually pull you toward Princeton, Dr. Lee Silver. And I’ve some potential partners rather than oth- Because I like quotes, I was especially appreciative of the appendix that has also begun a brain scanning project ers. People say: “We have chemistry.” pages of affirmations to use for giving encouragement and hope. The list includes with Dr Lucy Brown and Dr. Bianca I wanted to see what that meant. Acevedo to study the brain activity as- people as diverse as Bill Gates, Goethe, and General George S Patton Jr. I love the That started two years of reading sociated with each of these styles of anonymous quote, “There are no mistakes, only lessons.” widely in the academic literature, thinking and behaving. Tramontana has thoughtfully listed recommended books and movies that ad- building the questionnaire, and putting PL: Right. Tell me more about dress individual issues that people might face. Overall, He has created a wonder- the final version on the new dating site, the brain scanning. ful book that is more than a guide for how to use hypnosis for athletes; this book Chemistry.com. Some ten million peo- HF: Well, we've now put 34 peo- also can serve as a reference. I recommend it highly. ple have now taken my questionnaire ple in the brain scanner – we're study- in 40 countries; 30,000 people take it ing newlyweds and those who are in every week. This way I have been able long-term love. But before each partic- to study who people are and watch who they choose to date—the beginning of See INTERVIEW on page 27 26 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter BOOK REVIEW BOOK REVIEW Mindfulness and Hypnosis: The Power of Suggestion The Boy Who Could ture possibilities, Ashmore described to Transform Experience ideas now on the drawing board—fu- See Only Purple. ture children’s stories with equally im- By Michael D. Yapko, PhD portant messages. That’s right! 2011 The artist with whom Ashmore 220 pages By Claire Ashmore partnered is Katherine Q. Merewether. W. W. Norton & Company Starting with Ashmore’s initial rough ISBN- 978-0-393-70697-0 Illustrated by Katherine Q. Merewether sketches, Merewether brought the story Reviewed by John D. Lentz, D. Min., Shepherdsville, KY 32 pages to life with line drawings that flow Trattford Publishing through the book matching the light- Michael Yapko has created a classic. Not only does this latest book discuss the ISBN: 978-1-4269-9658-0 ness of the text. The style is distinctly similarities and differences between hypnosis and mindfulness, it does so in such Reviewed by: different from her previous publica- a knowledgeable, insightful, and well-documented manner that it is likely to be- Roxanna Erickson Klein, RN, PhD tions as an illustrator of children’s sto- come a reference book for years to come. It was immediately apparent to me ries. Throughout, the story’s economy My students were told that the asides in this book, intended to explain what he that this charming tale was inspired by of words is mirrored with deceptively is saying, offer more useful information than other books’ unique content! Yapko my dad, Milton H. Erickson MD. The simple illustrations. has outdone himself with this topic. He shows himself to be the incredible, master author, who had been introduced to Er- Afancifulstorylineillustratesthe therapist that he is because of not only how creative and agile a professional he is, ickson’s work through NLP training, limitations each of us hold within, but because of the wealth of information he carries with him. confirmed this fact. Known for his cre- while illustrations draw out internal Yapko’s “voice” comes across as that of a knowledgeable friend helping you ative approaches to mobilize uncon- imagery to blend with written images to understand mindfulness and how the subtle suggestions offered are similar to scious resources, Erickson’s ideas on the pages. The beautifully executed hypnosis. fostered a change in the way profes- line drawings punctuated with subtle sional psychotherapy is practiced. washes of color show how limitations In addition to psychological insights and Decades after his death, Erickson’s can alter perceptions. In a gentle way, clinical gems, the illustrations, paradoxes, and work continues to influence a broad va- the work shows how habitual patterns riety of positive, growth-oriented ther- express themselves, and then it models experiences he offers the reader are pure joy, ... apeutic directions. His work laid a possibilities for future growth. The foundation for the value of nurturing discrete transition into ongoing growth You also may realize thatYapko has spelled out methods of utilizing both mind- curiosity, self-acceptance, and internal invites the reader, in unspoken words, fulness and hypnosis, improving the practice of both, while encouraging the ac- search coupled with implied sugges- to self-reflect and explore his or her ceptance of dissociation in the service of more positive, comfortable functioning. tion. This story shows the harmony of own habitual margins. The direction of The book brilliantly sets the stage so you can deeply understand what comes next. these processes as the joy of discovery expectation, engagement, exploration, Ifoundmyselfawedathowwellthefoundationislaidintheearlychapters,sothat transitions into healthy adaptive op- and discovery becomes a pathway. En- no matter whether you are more enamored with mindfulness or hypnosis, you ap- portunities for ongoing exploration. richment by sensory exploration gen- preciate an author so well-versed in both disciplines. Throughout the book, Yapko That’s right, is it not? erates new possibilities and shows his mastery of both mindfulness and hypnosis and offers the material in a This publication is the first in appreciation for beauty of every day well thought out way that enhances your experience as a reader. For instance, in the which the New Zealand team of author surroundings. It is all part of the story chapter on “Deconstructing Experiential Processes,” Yapko does more than just and artist have worked together. Hope- and of life itself. list the hypnotic elements. In mindfulness sessions with several masters, he demon- fully it is the first of many. Author, The Boy Who Could See Only Pur- strates paragraph by paragraph the hypnotic aspects of each mindfulness session. Claire Ashmore, is an educator with a ple, That’s Right! is an engaging story He also helps you to know the differences between the two so that you can more background in grassroots literacy re- that exemplifies the unique artistry of wisely choose between them for clinical reasons. In addition to psychological in- search and currently is working in em- Milton Erickson’s approaches. Dad sights and clinical gems, the illustrations, paradoxes, and experiences he offers the bedded literacy training. She started would have found great pleasure in the reader are pure joy, whether they are tales of Buddhist monks, wisdom of psy- out as an elementary school teacher imaginative way this tale welcomes the chotherapists, or facts from science. and then taught English as a second reader into the story with simple words I foundYapko’s book to be a delight with pleasant surprises, jewels of wisdom language developing her strength of complemented by line drawings. The and facts, joined together in ways that enhanced my knowledge and gave me a presenting complex ideas in a straight- tale unfolds into a beautiful metaphor sense of how to use both hypnosis and guided mindful meditation creatively to en- forward manner. She describes the of the emergent process of self-aware- hance people’s use of their experience. I got more than I bargained for, because of work as a resource for parents, teach- ness and discovery. the clinical wisdom Yapko shared about people and treatment. I have seen Yapko ers, and therapists in support of help- Depth is revealed through the still- present in various places around the country and the world, and have read all of his ing children lead safe, peaceful, and ness of uncomplicated simplicity. books and this is one of his best works yet. He offers a book you won’t want to put productive lives. When asked about fu- down; it is one that you will return to repeatedly for a variety of reasons. In case you can’t tell, I recommend this book.

View the Newsletter Online! www.erickson-foundation.org The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter VOL. 31, NO. 3 27 INTERVIEW continued from page 25 ipant goes into the machine, they take intimacy out a deep, face-to-face, my personality questionnaire. And sure heart-to-heart, anchoring-gaze conver- A few weeks ago we got into a real fight--a fight enough, we're beginning to find some sation about meaning, identity or feel- of the brain circuitry linked with these ings. And I think Directors tend to get we've had many times. We finally looked at each basic biological systems. a lot of intimacy out of focused intel- other in the middle of the argument, threw up our arms, It’s a bit chilling to stumble on lectual conversation on a topic of their started to laugh, and said, ‘Let's go hiking.’ some of the brain mechanisms that particular interest…and also out of sex. generate personality. I’m over the In fact, as a rule, men regard sex as moon about this research. Hopefully more intimate than women do. Women it will ground a good deal of psycho- will start a conversation just as they're logical phenomena in biology so that climbing in bed together. They're try- ners. The Director is neither donor nor level. we can truly understand more about ing to reach for intimacy with words. recipient. These people tend to be To this end, I recently worked with who we are; why we are drawn to cer- But their partner doesn't “get it.” For tough-minded. They are also impatient ayoungExplorerdatingaBuilder. tain kinds of people; and how to get most men, intimacy is the actual sex. and don’t suffer fools gladly. But when They were trying to decide whether to along with those we love--naturally. And I can understand why men (un- they find someone who they think is marry. But she, the Explorer, liked to PL: Do you believe in looking at consciously) regard sex as intimate: right for them, they can move too fast- go out every night to comedy clubs; these personality types and tem- with intercourse women are giving -because they're direct and practical. she was a rock climber in her spare men life’s greatest gift, the possibility perament, that there are people who Builders want to court the “right” time, she had just opened a new hair of passing on their DNA. are more susceptible to intense ro- way. They're the ones who are going to salon (with all the dangers of starting a mantic infatuation than others? PL: I have often thought there open the door for you, make sure they new business) and wanted to have sex HF: IstudiedthisonChem- are some people who are universal pay the bill, dress appropriately, all every night. He was Builder who istry.com; I designed a short question- donors. The O-negative blood type that. They’re also cautious. They don’t worked at an airport as a security guard naire which asked how often you have that can give to anybody. Some peo- want to rush into anything. (where he had worked for several ple who are walking magnets. fallen in love. And because so many In fact, I studied a sample of 28,000 years), loved staying home to watch people take this questionnaire every Ihadagirlfriendwhowasn't people on Chemistry.com to see if TV, and wanted sex every two weeks. week, I can get answers pretty fast. The what you'd call traditionally beauti- there were any natural patterns of at- Well, they had some core differences— Negotiators, those particularly expres- ful, but she'd just walk through the tractions between these four broad biological differences. sive of the estrogen and oxytocin sys- grocery and she'd say, “I don't know styles of personality. Sure enough, na- PL: Yes, I can see the issues al- tems, fell in love most often. I thought why, but men just follow me.” She'd ture has some patterns here too. ready. it would be the Explorers, those partic- be like a magnet with iron filings on Explorers disproportionately HF: The bottom line is that the ularly expressive of the dopamine sys- her. And there are these bad boys choose to date people like themselves. more you know about someone, the tem because they're so novelty seeking, who are just so irresistible to most Energetic, curious, creative people are more you can reach them in ways they but they can be quite Machiavellian. women. drawn to people like themselves. can really understand. Directors, those most expressive of the HF: Wonderful idea, Pat. I guess Builders also go for people like them- I recently had a wonderful experi- testosterone system, fell in love the if there were a universal donor, it selves. Traditional wants traditional-- ence of this type. I was giving a talk to least often. These people are analytical would be the Explorer. First of all, someone who is equally cautious, about 600 therapists. During the ques- and pragmatic. they want to know who you are be- networking, respectable and calm. But tion-and-answer period, a woman in But these data don’t mean very cause they are so curious. those expressive of testosterone and es- the second row raised her hand and much to me because you can fall in PL: And that is so engaging. trogen go for their opposite. I have all said, "I finally understand something love only twice in your life, but expe- HF: They can be exceedingly sorts of Darwinian theories about these about my husband. I am an Explorer- rience an extremely deep and enduring charismatic, too, as well as unpre- patterns, but the bottom line is the sim- Negotiator--the thrill-seeking, intuitive romantic passion or fall in love all the dictable. And unpredictable situations ilarity attracts in some cases while op- empathetic type. My husband is an time and feel (and suffer) far less. So (and people) can drive up dopamine in posites attract in others—it depends on Explorer-Builder. He's just as curious, I’m more interested in the intensity those around them—making them feel who you are. and creative as I am, but he's much than the frequency of romantic long- better. Explorers are also full of en- But I’m not surprised that people more cautious and conventional; he is ing. ergy, enthusiasm and optimism, and we walk into your office and say, “I love emotionally contained, too, and he fol- But I do think people of these four are attracted to energetic, up-beat peo- her, but I can’t understand her.” It may lows the rules. A few weeks ago we got broad personality styles love differ- ple. So if there were a universal donor, be a Director married to a Negotiator, into a real fight--a fight we've had ently, probably even define intimacy it would probably be the Explorer. or, for that matter, the Explorer going many times. We finally looked at each differently. I write about this in detail The universal recipient would most out with the Builder. “Why doesn't other in the middle of the argument, in my book, WHY HIM? WHY HER? likely be those most expressive of the she speak her mind?” “Why is he so threw up our arms, started to laugh, and The Explorer seems to get intimacy estrogen/oxytocin system, Negotiators. blunt?” “Why can’t you just settle said, ‘Let's go hiking.’ I now realize out of adventure. Traveling to Laos These men and women are willing to down?” “Why don’t you ever try any- what was going on: The Builder – the and Cambodia, or just going to a mu- overlook your faults; they’re flexible, thing new?” These four broad types cautious, practical part of him – was seum nearby, can be very intimate. empathetic, often trusting and agree- are very different. So my hope is that fighting with the airy-fairy, empathetic, Builders, those particularly expressive able, and genuinely eager to get to therapists will get their clients to take intuitive part of me – the Negotiator. of the serotonin system, enjoy famil- know who you really are. the personality test in my book, or even And we solved the situation by simply iarity; so they’re likely to derive a more PL: Isn't that the truth. just learn how to look for signs of these going around it, reconvening where we intimacy out of having a party or some understood one another, as Explorers. HF: Negotiators are comfortable four broad biological styles of thinking other social event that they can plan and behaving, and then use this infor- The natural resolution: hiking. and orchestrate together with a partner. with diversity, too; so they'll accept from a wider range of friends and part- mation to help their clients get to know See INTERVIEW on next page Negotiators are likely to get genuine one another on a deeper (biological) 28 VOL. 31, NO. 3 The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter ple begin to think they have endless Austin Family Institute . choices…so they choose none. To Love has published many articles INTERVIEW continued from page 27 counter this, one of my core pieces of and has co-authored four books, in- advices to those dating on the Internet cluding the popular Hot Monogamy PL: What a great example! wed someone they met on the Internet. is as follows: after you've met nine and The Truth About Love. Her newest As a therapist, I am now seeing Isn't that remarkable? people, pick one and make a genuine book co-authored with Steven Stosny that Internet dating is one of the PL: It's amazing. And yet I'm effort to get to know him or her. I say entitled How to Improve Your Mar- most common ways people meet and also seeing the tyranny of choice. this because as you get to know some- riage Without Talking About It has marry; moreover, I think that's People are becoming too picky, one, you like them better and also think been translated into twelve languages. going to increase over time. wanting not only someone who is that they are more like you. My other Pat also has a new university level main piece of advice is: think of rea- HF: Definitely. One-fifth of Amer- warm, loving, sensitive, and highly Love Education DVD course Love: sons to say YES. icans who started a steady relationship sexual but also who is not lactose-in- What Everyone Needs to Know.She in the past three years met their partner tolerant. Details, details, details. PL: So if you want to be in a writes a column in Notorious Maga- on the Internet; and one-sixth of peo- HF: Too many options. It’s called happy, stable relationship you’re zine and has contributed chapters to ple who married in the last three years “cognitive overload” in my field. Peo- going to need to cultivate some ac- The Intimate Couple and Handbook ceptance – some honoring of differ- for the Soul. She has been interviewed ence, some recognizing and knowing by many magazines, including Glam- what you can negotiate and change our, Cosmopolitan, Lears, Woman's and some realizing what you can't Day, Men's Health, Ladies Home Jour- For Newsletter negotiate and change; then you need nal, Good Housekeeping, New Woman, to navigate around those things you Men's Magazine, New York Times Mag- Advertising Rates visit can not change… and say “let's go azine and Reader's Digest. http://erickson-foundation.org/pdfs/adrates.pdf hiking.” Love has appeared on every major or email: [email protected] This has been wonderful. talk show, including eight appearances HF: For me, too. on Oprah Winfrey and 13 appearances The Newsletter is Online! Pat Love, Ed.D. is a Licensed Mar- on NBC's Today Show. She also does frequent radio and online interviews. www.erickson-foundation.org riage and Family Therapist, a Distin- guished professor and co-found the