Review of the literature involving the use of hypnosis relative to the field of speech and hearing. Most have failed to take into account relevant variables either in hypnosis or speech and hearing. Possible applications of hypnosis, both theoretical and clinical aspects, in speech and hearing disorders can be inferred from the studies, but much integration remains to be dome. The use of hypnosis to study auditory phenomena may produce new insights. Hypnosis of resistive individuals may allow for greater service from speech rehabilitation. Control of both physiological and psychological side effects is needed in future studies.