Harry the Hypno-potamus is a collection of metaphorical stories that deal with a variety of physical and behavioral problems faced by children. Imbedded in each story is a metaphor as well as hypnotherapeutic techniques that can be used as part of a comprehensive approach to the diagnosis and treatment of a host of disorders.

Reading the title story, “How Harry the Hypno-potamus Got His Name” to a child is a wonderful way to introduce him or her to the idea of hypnosis as well as understanding the power of the child’s imagination.

The thirty-two illustrated stories feature animals in the Ashland Zoo that rely on the guidance and support of Dr. Dan, the zoo’s vet, to help master such problems as:

• Phobias and anxiety attacks
• Pain Management
• Habits and Habit Control
• Death and dying

A clinician may wish to read one of the stories with a child or may find it more suitable to adapt the techniques to his own unique style.

Some of the therapeutic interventions are very problem specific while others are more general and can be used for a variety of conditions.

Each story contains full-color illustrations and is designed so that a specific story can be read by the clinician to the child. In addition, there is introductory clinical material included which explains how to use the book and the stories it contains, as well as additional references.

A tremendous resource for clinical hypnotherapists of stories that are both positive and empowering. With its entertaining characters, this book is invaluable to anyone wishing to better understand and utilize metaphors.–Rick Voit, Ph.D., co-author of Hypnosis in Clinical Practice

Harry the Hypno-potamus is the “Harry Potter” of the hypnosis world. Now, when parents ask clinicians how we can help their children, Linda Thomson has provided the answer–we teach them to hypno-potamize!–Julie H. Linden, Ph.D., President-elect, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis

How I wish Linda Thomson’s excellent book had been around years ago when I began practice as a hypnotherapist! The approach she takes and the delightful stories she tells are bound to benefit any child in need of help–and probably quite a few adults too.–Ursula Markham, Founder, The Hypnothink Foundation

Available from Crown House Publishing!