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Presenter: Eric Spiegel, PhD

In this workshop, we will consider the role that hypnosis can play in a relationally attuned therapeutic relationship in enhancing observation and reflection of self and other mental states in patients with developmental arrests related to insecure attachment. In this presentation, the presenter will integrate the attachment literature on mentalization into a comprehensive hypnotherapeutic attachment approach for treating and repairing developmental arrests. The relational and psychological functions of attunement, representation, and mentalization are essential components of a secure attachment experience. With this in mind, the presenter will share his attunement, representation, and mentalization (ARM) hypnotherapeutic attachment approach to psychotherapy for developmental repair. In didactic and experiential training, participants will learn the ARM approach; develop and practice hypnotic suggestions for each of the three ARM components; and discern how ARM advances related treatment goals. This presentation will also feature video of interventions; and case presentation of applications for patients across different diagnostic spectrums.