title: Hypnotic metaphor and sexual dysfunction.
abstract: Although hypnosis can be very effective in alleviating sexual problems, few sex therapists use hypnotic methods. This paper seeks to encourage a greater use of hypnosis among clinicians by presenting: a description of the new hypnosis exemplified in the work of Milton H. Erickson; an explanation of one of Erickson's most important and innovative methods, the use of multiple embedded metaphors; and case histories illustrating the application of hypnotic approaches to sexual dysfunction.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006990:Hypnosis / Q000379:methods; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012648:Self Care; D020018:Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / Q000628:therapy*