Hypnosis Definition: Arm Raising Induction

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The Arm Raising Induction is known as the primary induction because it is used only in the first session to create the association of hypnotic depth and establish the expectation of a successful therapy. The therapist is able to use misdirection as well as inferred and literal suggestions in order to affect either the Emotionally or Physically Suggestible client. Through these suggestions, the therapist influences the client’s subconscious, causing the arm, from the fingertips to the elbow, to lift up off the table, with the hand eventually making contact with the face. At this point it is stated that they have reached the peak of their suggestibility and a challenge can be given with respect to the client’s hand sticking to their face. Deepening techniques would follow.

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