The literature on near-death experiences is consistent in describing how su
ch events are typically transformative. Utilizing standard hypnotic techniq
ues, therapists can approximate many of the therapeutic aspects of such exp
eriences, without the life-or-death crisis, to facilitate both first and se
cond order change in psychotherapy. This article explores the use of hypnot
ically facilitated waking dreams as an interactive projective technique. Th
e focus is on the varied ways that the dream components that correlate with
near-death experiences can evoke durable change.