Little Red Riding Hood RevisedA Hypnotherapeutic Interpretation, Analysis, and Application.The book describes the application of the story little red riding hood as a therapeutic model or metaphor. The characters or aspects as well as the underlying principles, themes and dynamics are defined and outlined. |
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The book is written as a guide and manual for the therapist. This may also include being one’s own therapist as in self-healing.
The logic and processes of the unconscious mind are presented and outlined via the story in a manner, which serves to bring clarity to many conflicts and confusions. This in turn allows for lasting change where destructive behavioral and emotional patterns are not repeated.
The different phases and stages of the story are discussed as well as the therapeutic relevance to everyday life. The parallels become evident as well as well as the possibilities inherent in using the story as a metaphor for daily life. The individual is left with valuable tools which may be used on a continual basis in his / her therapeutic journey.
A projective drawing technique is also investigated. The drawing technique is used to both gain insights and knowledge of the unconscious dynamics, as well as providing a medium, which is utilized in the therapeutic process itself.
The value of reparenting the inner child is emphasized where the balance of the mother, father, and child triangle is achieved. This may extend to creating a society where the transcendence of duality allows for the balance and growth that epitomises the journey from the child to the mature adult. from the past to the present and ignorance to wisdom.