193 American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis Copyright © 2011 by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis 53:3, January 2011 Address correspondences and reprint requests to: Tharina Guse University of Johannesburg, South Africa P O Box524 Auckland Park, 2006 South Africa Email: tguse@uj.ac.za An integrated hypnotherapeutic model for the treatment of childhood sexual trauma: A case study Gerda Fourie Pretoria, South Africa Tharina Guse University of Johannesburg, South Africa Abstract Sexual abuse appears to constitute a major risk factor for a variety of problems in adult life. The effects of abuse on adult living are not uniform therefore intervention strategies should be individualized to address unique symptom constellations. The purpose of this paper is to introduce an integrated Ericksonian and Ego state therapy approach, based on a strengths perspective for the treatment of survivors of child- hood sexual abuse. The theoretical foundation for this model is de- scribed, followed by a case study. The case study demonstrates how application of this model enabled the client to resolve the experience of sexual abuse, as well as to enhance her sense of general psychological well-being. Keywords: Childhood sexual abuse; trauma; Ericksonian hypnosis; ego state therapy; ego-strengthening; hypnosis; utilization; psychological well-being.