The Milton Model

Conversational hypnosis is the idea that all communication has a hypnotic effect. From infancy, we are influenced by the words and actions of those around us, shaping our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors—whether we realize it or not. When people think of hypnosis, they often imagine a mysterious figure swinging a pocket watch and commanding someone […]

Richard Bandler and John Grinder developed the Milton Model after extensively studying the techniques of renowned hypnotherapist Milton Erickson, often regarded as the pioneer of modern clinical hypnotherapy. Their goal was to systematically capture and replicate Erickson’s exceptional ability to facilitate change through hypnosis. Ericksonian Hypnosis Traditional hypnosis typically involves structured inductions and direct suggestions.