Stephen Brooks

Stephen Brooks is a pioneering British psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, renowned for introducing Ericksonian Hypnosis to Europe in 1979. With a career spanning over four decades, Stephen has made significant contributions to the field of psychotherapy by blending compassion with cutting-edge techniques.

Stephen’s journey into the world of hypnosis began in 1969 during a psychology lecture at the University of Cambridge, where he witnessed a demonstration of hypnotic phenomena. This experience sparked a lifelong interest in experimental psychology and hypnosis, leading him to reject traditional, authoritarian methods in favor of a more respectful and empowering approach.

Inspired by the work of Dr. Milton H. Erickson, Stephen became a leading advocate for Indirect Hypnosis, a method that emphasizes patient empowerment and collaboration. He was instrumental in bringing Erickson’s groundbreaking techniques to a wider audience, establishing the British Hypnosis Research and Training Institute (BHRTI) in 1979. Under his leadership, the institute has trained thousands of professionals in hospitals and universities across the UK and abroad.

Stephen’s innovative approach, known as Non Attachment Therapy, directly addresses the root causes of psychological issues while fostering a deep sense of compassion for patients. His work has been widely recognized for its effectiveness, particularly in medical settings, where it has been used to enhance patient care by doctors, nurses, counselors, and other health professionals.

Today, Stephen continues to teach and practice from his home in Thailand, offering the world’s first one-year online Practitioner Diploma Training in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy. His work remains at the forefront of modern psychotherapy, blending traditional wisdom with contemporary therapeutic techniques.

Praise for Stephen Brooks:“Wow, if it’s possible to condense the evolution of psychotherapy over this century and Milton H. Erickson’s legacy with clarity, simplicity, and compassion, Stephen Brooks and The Art of Compassionate Ericksonian Hypnotherapy surely set the highest standard.” – Dr. Ernest Rossi, Editor of the Collected Papers of Milton H. Erickson

Stephen’s work continues to inspire and empower therapists around the world, making him a true leader in the field of compassionate Ericksonian Hypnotherapy.