Clinical Hypnosis for Pain Control 2nd Edition

Capture immediate attention with a clinically trusted guide: Clinical Hypnosis for Pain Control, 2nd Edition by David R. Patterson and M. Elena Mendoza is the practical handbook clinicians turn to when integrating hypnosis into modern pain management.

This updated edition blends rigorous evidence with clear, usable techniques for treating acute and chronic pain. Written for psychologists, physicians, nurses, dentists, physical therapists and other healthcare professionals across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and beyond, the book explains the science behind hypnotic analgesia, assessment strategies, and ethical considerations in diverse clinical settings.

You’ll find step-by-step protocols, realistic clinical examples, and adaptable scripts that make applying hypnosis straightforward—whether in perioperative care, oncology, rehabilitation, or primary care pain clinics. Patterson and Mendoza synthesize research and real-world practice so you can confidently introduce hypnosis alongside cognitive-behavioral and pharmacologic approaches to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Ideal for clinicians seeking to expand their pain-management toolkit, this edition equips you with instantly usable interventions, assessment tips, and guidance for teaching self-hypnosis to patients. Practical, evidence-based and written in a clear, clinician-friendly voice, it’s an essential resource for anyone serious about nonpharmacologic pain control.

Add Clinical Hypnosis for Pain Control, 2nd Edition to your professional library today—transform your approach to pain care with techniques grounded in science and shaped by clinical experience.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.