title: The (dramatic) process of psychotherapy.
abstract: Psychotherapy can be conceived as a symbolic drama in which patients can experientially realize their capacity to change. Methods derived from hypnosis can empower therapy without the use of formal trance. A case conducted by Milton Erickson is presented and deconstructed in order to illuminate Erickson's therapeutic patterns. A model is offered for adding drama to therapy, and the model is placed into a larger model of choice points in psychotherapy.
authors: Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA. jeff@erickson-foundation.org
authors: Jeffrey K
authors: JK
authors: Zeig
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006990:Hypnosis / Q000379:methods*; D010698:Phobic Disorders / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D011209:Power, Psychological; D011577:Psychodrama / Q000379:methods*; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods*; D013404:Suggestion; D013561:Symbolism