Here’s a fully detailed Week 1 hypnotherapy script for Case Study 00194 – 13-year-old boy, following the outline you provided. I’ve made it age-appropriate, gentle, and immersive, ready to use in a session.
Week 1 – Awareness & Emotional Safety
Objective: Establish emotional safety, build trust, and create awareness of thoughts and feelings.
Hypnotherapy Script – Detailed Version
1. Introduction / Rapport (5 minutes)
(Spoken calmly, friendly tone)
“Hi [Name], today we’re going to do something really special. We’re going to spend some time helping your mind and body feel calm, safe, and confident. You don’t have to do anything you’re not comfortable with. You just need to follow along and use your imagination—it’s like going on a small adventure in your mind. Ready?”
2. Induction & Relaxation (10 minutes)
Step 1: Comfortable Position
“First, make yourself comfortable in your chair or on the bed. Let your hands rest easily, and let your feet touch the floor. You can close your eyes if you want, or keep them softly open—whatever feels right.”
Step 2: Progressive Muscle Relaxation (Body Scan)
“Now, take a deep breath in… and slowly let it out. Let’s start by noticing your toes. Wiggle them gently… and now let them relax. Move up to your feet… your legs… your stomach… your shoulders… arms… hands… neck… and finally your face. Imagine each part of your body getting soft, loose, and relaxed. If you notice any tightness, just imagine it melting away like warm butter.”
Step 3: Focused Breathing Exercise
“Now place your hand on your belly. Take a slow, deep breath in… 1…2…3…4… and slowly breathe out… 1…2…3…4. Each breath in brings calmness… each breath out releases tension. Let your body sink a little deeper with every breath. You are safe, and you are okay.”
3. Safe Place Visualization (10 minutes)
*”I want you to imagine a place where you feel completely safe and comfortable. It could be a real place you know, like your bedroom, a park, or a quiet corner. Or it could be a place from your imagination, somewhere magical, peaceful, and happy.
Notice the colors around you… the sounds… the smells… maybe there’s soft grass under your feet, or a warm sun on your skin. Feel the safety in this place. Here, you are calm, accepted, and completely yourself.
Take a few moments to explore your safe place. Maybe there’s a chair or a cozy spot where you can sit or lie down… maybe there’s someone who supports you here, like a pet, a friend, or even a wise guide. Just notice how calm and safe you feel.”*
4. Awareness Exercise (10 minutes)
*”Now that you are in your safe place, let’s take a gentle look at your thoughts and feelings. Imagine your mind is like a big sky, and your thoughts are clouds floating by. Some clouds might be bright and happy, some might feel a little dark or heavy.
Think about how you feel when you wake up in the morning. Maybe you feel excited, maybe nervous, maybe a little unsure. That’s okay. Notice the feelings without judging them—they are just clouds in the sky.
Now, let’s notice if there are any moments you sometimes doubt yourself, or when your mind keeps thinking over and over. Maybe about school, friends, or yourself. Imagine these thoughts as clouds too. You don’t need to fight them… just notice them floating by. They are separate from you, and you are safe watching them pass.”*
(Optional gentle prompt: “Can you remember a time when you felt proud of yourself? Notice that cloud shining bright in the sky. It reminds you of your strength and value.”)
5. Anchor Installation (5 minutes)
*”Now we’re going to create a special signal, a tiny trick your body can do to bring this calm feeling anytime you need it. It could be tapping your chest gently with two fingers… or snapping your fingers… whatever feels natural.
Every time you do this gesture, imagine all the calm, confidence, and safety from your safe place filling you up like warm sunlight. Try it now… tap… and feel calmness spread through your body. That’s your anchor. You can use it anytime you feel worried, nervous, or unsure.”*
6. Returning to Full Awareness (5 minutes)
*”Now it’s time to gently bring your attention back to the room. Wiggle your fingers and toes… stretch your arms and legs… and when you’re ready, slowly open your eyes.
Notice how calm and safe you feel. Remember, your safe place and your anchor are always there for you, whenever you want to visit. And every time you practice, your mind gets stronger, calmer, and more confident.”*
7. Homework / Daily Practice
- Spend 5 minutes a day imagining your safe place.
- Use your anchor gesture when feeling worried or overthinking.
- Write or draw 1 positive thing about yourself in a journal each day.
Session Notes for Hypnotherapist:
- Keep language simple and friendly.
- Allow flexibility: pause for questions or reactions.
- Encourage imagination and creativity, making the session feel like a safe adventure.
- Observe reactions and reinforce calm, safety, and empowerment.