Cognitive Therapy & Hypnotic Reinforcement

According to a widely-accepted definition of the phenomena created by the British Medical Association, hypnosis is: "a temporary condition of altered perception in the subject which may be induced by another person and in which a variety of phenomena may appear spontaneously or in response to verbal or other stimuli". Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for a number of disorders, including depression, anorexia, anxiety, etc. (International Handbook of Clinical Hypnosis, Burrows, et. al., John Wiley & Sons, 2001).

Is anyone aware of research that examines the possibility of using hypnosis to reinforce cognitive techniques? Some examples may include: strengthening adaptive responses and modified core beliefs in the mind of the patient; to aid in imagery techniques and restructuring early memories; recalling events of the recent past to examine their cognitive/emotional/behavioral aspects with greater clarity and accuracy.

In addition to research references, I'd also be pleased to hear your opinion on the subject.

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