A pioneer of hypnotherapy, Kay Thompson wrote and lectured prolifically. This volume commemorates Thompson's legacy, collecting all of her work, including published essays and clinical vignettes, along with transcriptions of lectures and workshops. Compiled by Kane, a therapist and author, and Olness (pediatrics, family medicine, and international health, Case Western Reserve U., topics span hypnotherapy's nature and basic principles, therapy with pain, and therapeutic approaches to dentistry. Also included are several clinical demonstrations and sections on ethics in caring and the personal impact of hypnosis. Several eminent therapists (including Bernhard Trenkle) offer commentaries that elucidate various aspects of Thompson's work. Supplementary materials include numerous memoirs about Thompson written by friends and colleagues, as well as an audio CD reproducing some of her most memorable teaching sessions. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)