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Key takeaways:
- Dr. Gary Elkins' new book consolidates decades of research into an accessible reference that presents hypnotherapy as an evidence-based adjunct to conventional treatments, not an alternative.
- Drawing on peer-reviewed studies, the book outlines mechanisms and use cases for hypnosis in conditions such as IBS, menopausal hot flashes, chronic pain, insomnia, trauma, and nicotine dependence.
- Chapters support clinical decision-making, covering how to identify appropriate candidates, structure sessions, set realistic expectations, and teach self-hypnosis for ongoing self-management.
- Dr. Elkins' protocol-driven research also underpins structured digital programs, including Finito for smoking cessation and Evia for menopause symptom relief.
Dr. Gary Elkins has long been regarded as a leading voice in the clinical application of hypnosis, particularly in areas where conventional treatments underperform or lack durability. In his new book, Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy: What You Need to Know, Dr. Elkins consolidates decades of research and therapeutic experience into a single, accessible reference for health professionals.
Bridging research and clinical application
Dr. Elkins, a clinical psychologist and director of the Mind-Body Medicine Research Laboratory at Baylor University, presents hypnotherapy not as an alternative but as an evidence-based adjunct to conventional modalities. Drawing from peer-reviewed studies and validated treatment protocols, he outlines both the mechanisms and use cases for hypnosis in managing conditions such as IBS, menopausal hot flashes, chronic pain, insomnia, trauma, and nicotine dependence.
