Mindfulness, Metacognition and Hypnosis

This article outlines and comments upon arguably the most important recent journal articles reviewing the cognitive psychology of mindfulness meditation and its relevance for hypnotherapy. This is an excerpt which links to the full article on the NCH website. Continue reading

Four Myths of Assertiveness

This short article expands upon Cotler and Guerra’s (1976) concept of four basic “myths” found among non-assertive individuals, and the alternative philosophies of life that lead to assertive communication. Continue reading

Problem & Goal Formulation in Cognitive-Behavioural Hypnotherapy

The process of problem formulation is integral to assessment and conceptualisation in cognitive-behavioural hypnotherapy. This article provides a brief outline of the method used in our approach. Continue reading

Excerpt about James Stockdale from The Philosophy of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

This article contains a brief excerpt about James Stockdale from the forthcoming book by Donald Robertson, The Philosophy of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy: Stoic Philosophy as Rational and Cognitive Psychotherapy (Karnac). Continue reading

Excerpt: The Philosophy of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

This article contains a brief excerpt from the introduction to the new book by Donald Robertson, The Philosophy of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy: Stoic Philosophy as Rational and Cognitive Psychotherapy (Karnac). Continue reading

Brief Introduction to Cognitive-Behavioural Hypnotherapy

This is a brief article introducing the cognitive-behavioural approach to hypnotherapy in plain English and answering some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the nature and history of cognitive-behavioural hypnotherapy and doing training courses in the subject. Continue reading

Hypnosis & Problem-Solving Therapy

Problem-Solving Therapy (PST) is a brief evidence-based cognitive-behavioural therapy that attempts to help clients improve their skill and confidence with regard to solving their life problems in general. This article explores the potential for combining PST with hypnotherapy. Continue reading

Conversion Diploma in Cognitive-Behavioural Hypnotherapy for Hypnotherapists

Information on the final presentation of the UK College Fast-track Conversion Diploma in Cognitive-Behavioural Hypnotherapy – for practising hypnotherapists. Continue reading

CBT for Intolerance of Uncertainty and Chronic Worry

Recent advances in the cognitive therapy of generalised anxiety disorder have focused on the role “intolerance of uncertainty” plays in triggering and maintaining chronic worry, this article provides a brief outline of the approach. Continue reading