First, came the best-selling Volume 1: Harry the Hypno-potamus: Metaphorical Tales for the Treatment of Children. Now, Volume 2, More Metaphorical Tales for Children, brings back the engaging menagerie of characters to further entertain – and help – children challenged by a variety of issues. Although every story contains a therapeutic message, never does it interfere with the “storyness” of the tale being told. Instead, the embedded message slips easily into the child’s subconscious, while smiles and giggles preoccupy his or her awareness.

For the clinician, the metaphors offer a rich tapestry of techniques and hypnotic language, which can be adapted to any situation, problem, or personality. Volume 2 contains 35 stories that address topics within the categories of anxiety, habit disorders, pain, and others. Yapko Elephant is covered by an itchy rash; Harvey Hyena is depressed; Mark Aardvark is afraid of doctors; Paulker Polar Bear is having terrible headaches; George Bonobo stutters … something is happening in the zoo and many of its inhabitants are experiencing difficulties. Fortunately, Harry the Hypno-potamus and Dr. Dan are there to help these them help themselves. Through these imaginative stories, children will have the opportunity to do the same.

Available from Crown House Publishing!