ABSTRACT
One of the misconceptions about hypnosis I discussed briefly in Chapter 2 concerned the potential harm to a client undergoing treatment employing hypnosis. I made the point that hypnosis could be applied skillfully and helpfully or could be misused and potentially cause harm to the client. It bears repeating: anything that has the potential to help has the potential to harm. In this chapter, I consider more carefully the hazards associated with hypnosis that make it essential to exercise caution and sensitivity in its use. I also describe some of the legal and ethical considerations associated with good clinical practice.
