ABSTRACT
Two scripts are presented for use in a first session. They will be useful to both an experienced hypnotherapist who would welcome new resources to use and to a student or newly qualified hypnotherapist who is starting to build a library of scripts. Script 1 introduces the client to hypnosis, gets them into trance and then relaxes them further. A peaceful place (rather than safe place) is created where they can practise self-hypnosis in between sessions and return to at any time. The script also introduces the client to the concept of the journey of grief. Using a magic carpet, Script 2 demonstrates to the client the power of the subconscious mind. It embeds the idea of being able travel anywhere in the imagination and of being in control.
