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Utilizing Hypnosis in the Treatment of Narcissistic Wounds in Psychotherapy: A Relational Approach (ASCH ASMW Pre-Conference)
2025-03-13 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
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The dimension of narcissism influences a wide-range of character presentations and treatment issues occurring in psychotherapy in our modern age. Although clinical and public attention is often focused on the categorically-derived DSM-V diagnosis of Narcissistic Personality Disorder, narcissistic wounds stemming from attachment failures are a more frequent occurrence in the development of the self. These arrests in the full formation of the self and their subsequent re-appearance in later relationship interactions are often referenced in a wide range of treatments.
In this workshop, we will consider how Kohut’s self psychology and current innovations in attachment theory can help us understand narcissistic wounds and treatment issues across the dimension of narcissism. Further, we will focus on the role that hypnosis can play in a relationally attuned therapeutic relationship towards facilitating attachment repair in patients with developmental arrests associated with narcissistic wounds (e.g. false-self identify formation, affect dysregulation, boundary difficulties, etc.). Through a mixture of didactic and experiential training, participants will develop increased competency in (1) understanding how the therapeutic relationship in general, and clinical hypnosis from an attachment frame in particular, can be utilized to re-build developmental structure and re-engage reflective functioning in this population of patients and (2) utilizing specific applications of clinical hypnosis towards this aim.
CE Credits: 2
Speaker Bio

Eric Spiegel, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Philadelphia, PA, and owner of Attune Therapy Group. He is certified as an Approved Consultant in clinical hypnosis by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). Dr. Spiegel is a Past-President and Fellow of ASCH. He is co-author of the book Attachment in Group Psychotherapy, published by APA. He has also published on attachment and hypnosis in AJCH & IJCEH journals. Most recently, Dr. Spiegel guest co-edited a special issue of AJCH on Relational Factors of Hypnosis in Psychotherapy. He specializes in working with anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.

Palliative care and palliative hypnosis with a special focus on using clinical hypnosis to treat the symptoms of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) (ASCH ASMW Pre-Conference)
2025-03-13 12:15 - 15:15 UTC
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This presentation will discuss palliative care and how it differs from hospice care. Details of how palliative care can help seriously ill patients and their family caregivers will be provided. A method to determine the goals of medical care will be presented, as well as how to use these goals to create an effective treatment plan. Breakout room sessions will allow participants to practice determining the goals of medical care using this method. This will be followed by a discussion of palliative hypnosis and its use in treating the many symptoms experienced by seriously ill patients. A discussion of the speaker’s experience using clinical hypnosis for the symptomatic treatment of ALS will follow. There will be ample time to answer questions at the end of the presentation.
CE Credits: 3
Speaker Bio
Dr. John Franklin is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He is the former Medical Director of the Hospice and Palliative Care Service at the Charleston VA Medical Center. He is a Certified Hospice Medical Director and a Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He is an Affiliated Associate Professor of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina and an Approved Consultant of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. Dr. Franklin has been a hypnosis trainer for the clinical staff of VA Medical Centers across the nation. He has also run an annual medical hypnosis mentoring group in the Department of Veterans Affairs for several years. He has a special interest in using clinical hypnosis for the symptomatic treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis published his case series of 30 veterans with ALS treated symptomatically with clinical hypnosis in November 2023. He has been an ASCH faculty member for ASCH trainings and retired from the Charleston VA Medical Center in December 2023. Following retirement, he remains busy teaching clinical hypnosis. He also opened a small private medical hypnosis practice and volunteers in a free medical clinic for indigents and immigrants providing both primary care and clinical hypnosis. Dr. Franklin is a current member of the ASCH Clinical Hypnosis Education and Training Committee (CHET).

The Discriminating Therapist: Using Hypnosis to Enhance Decision Making (ASCH ASMW Pre-Conference)
2025-03-13 15:30 - 18:30 UTC
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Cognitive psychology, the study of how people think, has given rise to new understandings about how people gather and use information. This includes how people decide, usually at a level outside of awareness, what is salient to pay attention to in a given environment and, likewise, what is essentially irrelevant. When people get sidetracked into irrelevancy, paying too much attention to what doesn’t really matter and too little attention to what does, their perceptions and responses naturally lead them astray. More important, when someone’s perspective is so global or over-general that they simply don’t know how or what to decide, they are far more likely to make poor decisions on the basis of hurt feelings, old history, misconceptions, or blind faith. There are many different ways of making key life decisions, and when one employs an ineffective one, the results can be enduringly painful. Instead of following the therapy tradition of analyzing why someone makes the choices they make, The Discriminating Therapist focuses on how people choose. Illustrative examples from client interviews will be included. We will especially focus on what they failed to either notice or discriminate in their global response to some circumstance. From this gentler perspective, we can focus on ways to use hypnosis to help people make better decisions.
CE Credits: 3

Speaker Bio
Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist residing near San Diego, California. He is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in applying clinical hypnosis in outcome-focused psychotherapy, especially in the active treatment of depression. He has been invited to present his innovative ideas and methods to colleagues in more than 30 countries across six continents, and all over the United States. His highly practical YouTube lecture on “How to Recover from Depression” has now been viewed more than 5.3 million times.
Dr. Yapko is the author of 16 books, three edited books, and nearly 100 journal articles and book chapters. His widely acclaimed clinical hypnosis textbook, Trancework, has just come out in an unprecedented sixth edition (Routledge, 2025). His recent award-winning book for professionals is called Process-Oriented Hypnosis. His works have been translated into 10 languages. He is also the developer of the popular digital hypnotherapy mental health app called Claria in association with the Australian digital therapeutic company, Mindset Health (www.mindsethealth.com).
Dr. Yapko is a Fellow of ASCH and is the recipient of numerous major awards for his innovative contributions in advancing the fields of hypnosis and brief therapy. These include lifetime achievement awards from The American Psychological Association’s Division 30 (Society of Psychological Hypnosis), the International Society of Hypnosis (the Pierre Janet Award), and The Milton H. Erickson Foundation.

Hypnosis Refresher after L2 (Intermediate) Hypnosis Training Integrating In/Formal Hypnosis into Your Clinical Practice
2025-03-14
Organization: Internatiional Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD)
Website: https://www.isst-d.org/training-and-conferences/upcoming-conferences/
Event Title: Hypnosis Refresher after L2 (Intermediate) Hypnosis Training Integrating In/Formal Hypnosis into Your Clinical Practice
Dates: 3/14/2025
Location: In-person workshop
CE: 6.0
Contact: Reinhild Draeger-Muenke, redra329@gmail.com
Abstract:
This 6-hour clinical hypnosis refresher is offered to clinicians after completion of their ASCH approved/ASCH equivalent L2/Intermediate training in clinical hypnosis. This training focuses on ways to facilitate and refine the integration of hypnosis into clinical practice through didactic presentations, guided hypnotic experiences, demonstrations and paired practices of hypnotic tools. The training will address (self)hypnosis for the regulation of unhelpful trance states such as anxiety, depression, OCD and excessive anger. We will review and practice formal and informal ways to elicit trance experiences with a special focus on traumatized and dissociative clients, we’ll address hypnosis for the management of physical discomfort and pain in people of all ages, and how to use exploratory hypnosis for personal growth, creativity, and play. Participants can look forward to expanding their existing knowledge, comfort, and facility of offering formal and informal hypnosis to their clients.

From Spiraling to Unraveling: The Hypnotherapeutic Treatment of Anxiety (Greater Philadelphia Society of Clinical Hypnosis)
2025-03-16
Organization: Greater Philadelphia Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Website: https://gpsch.org/
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Flemons_Timed_Agenda.docx
Event Title: From Spiraling to Unraveling: The Hypnotherapeutic Treatment of Anxiety
Dates: 3/16/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 3.0
Contact: marcy1116@aol.com
Abstract:
The feral feel of anxiety tends to inspire antagonistic efforts to rein it in. Clients may initially seek you out because they’re hoping hypnosis will help them conquer their tachycardia, worried thoughts, fainting, IBS, excessive sweating, or panic attacks. However, hypnosis is best employed not to try to dominate or banish such symptoms, but, rather, to invite their unraveling and dissolution through the facilitation of effortless—avolitional—shifts and alterations in how clients make sense of and respond to anxious experience.
In this three-hour webinar, we’ll tease out some of the common intra- and interactive patterns of anxiety and illuminate key hypnotic strategies for therapeutically altering them. You will learn how to approach hypnosis as a vehicle not for enhanced control but, rather, for inviting curiosity, creative collaboration and coordination, and extemporaneous invention and discovery.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the program, participants will be able to:

Contrast control- and coordination-based approaches to treating anxiety.
Outline the self-referential spiraling inherent in anxiety and panic.
Identify 3 symptoms of anxiety as the result of mind-body efforts to meet a challenge.
Describe 2 ways to alter symptoms of anxiety.

Relational Hypnotic Strategies for Anxiety Disorders (Attune Therapy Group PC)
2025-03-21
Organization: Attune Therapy Group PC
Website: www.ericspiegelphd.com
Event Title: Relational Hypnotic Strategies for Anxiety Disorders
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Timed_Agenda-Relational_Hypnotic_Strategies_for_Anxiety_Disorders.docx
Dates: 03/21/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 4.0
Contact: espiegelphd@gmail.com
Abstract:
In this applied workshop, participants will learn relational hypnotic strategies that can be used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Relational therapy focuses on evoking and internalizing the curative elements of the therapeutic relationship. Hypnosis can intensify and expedite this process. Participants will learn short and moderate-term relational hypnotic strategies for soothing, regulating, and ameliorating anxiety symptoms. Examples will be provided for generalized anxiety disorder, phobias, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Define relational therapy and articulate the core principles of the approach
Explain how hypnosis can intensify and expedite the process of relational therapy
Apply one short-term relational hypnotic strategy in the treatment of emergent anxiety symptoms (e.g. panic attack or phobic response)
Utilize two hypnotic strategies in the relational treatment of generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder.

Exploring and Applying Tarot & Oracle Cards to Hypnotic Techniques (Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey)
2025-03-22
Organization: Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey
Website: https://www.clinicalhypnosisnj.org/event-6023741
Event Title: Exploring and Applying Tarot & Oracle Cards to Hypnotic Techniques
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Timed_agenda.docx
Dates: 03/22/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 2.0
Contact: drstaffin@gmail.com
Abstract:
Tarot and Oracle Cards have become increasingly popular in our culture. No longer just of interest to those in the realm of the occult, more people are turning to these decks to explore themselves as they seek to understand their world. Tarot and Oracle cards hold a mystery and a mystique making them a perfect tool to utilize when working hypnotically. This conversation will use the traditional Tarot cards as well as some more recently created oracle decks to explore how to apply these cards to multiple hypnotic techniques.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this program, attendees:
1. Will be able to describe how Tarot and Oracle Cards provide psychological metaphors
2. Will be able to describe how the six core competencies of Ericksonian psychotherapy apply to Tarot/Oracle Cards
3. Will be able to describe how Tarot/Oracle Cards can be used across a range of hypnotic techniques.

2025 Comprehensive Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy Training (Dr. Yapko & Associates)
2025-04-02 - 2025-06-08
Organization: Dr. Yapko & Associates
Website: https://yapko.com/hypnosis-training/
Event Title: 2025 Comprehensive Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy Training
Dates: 04/02/2025-04/06/2025, 4/28/25-5/4/2025, 6/4/2025-6/8/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 60
Contact: Michael Yapko, michael@yapko.com
Abstract:
This comprehensive training program is divided into three phases, each progressively building in intensity and complexity as we go along. Michael’s teaching is highly structured and organized. The course is entirely virtual (online) and takes place over time to allow the natural process of learning to occur with experiential learning in between phases. There is no substitute for the opportunity to take the skills back to your practice and have your own personal experience with your clients as you begin to integrate the newly learned skills. Then, you can come back to the next phase of the training with relevant questions and experiences. In every phase, the emphasis is on practicality: What are the practical implications of concepts being taught, and what are the techniques derived from these insights? How can they be incorporated into your sessions? There will be structured practice sessions in every phase; after all, the primary goal of the entire training is to give you the tools needed to integrate hypnosis skillfully into your clinical practice. There will be didactic presentations on key topics, video demonstrations, and ample opportunity for addressing questions and discussing the finer points of presented material.
Course Brochure: 60-Hr_Comprehensive_Hypnosis_Training_Brochure

Intermediate Workshop – Level 2 (The Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH)
2025-04-04 - 2025-04-06
Organization: The Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH)
Website: https://www.fsch.org/workshops/
Event Title: ASCH Intermediate Workshop – Level 2
Dates: April 4, 2025-April 6, 2025
Location: Zoom
CE: 20
Contact: Marie Wilson, mariefsch@aol.com
Abstract:
Dr. Damis is a Diplomate with the American Board of Professional Psychology, a Fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Health Psychology, the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance, the Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis, and the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. He holds ASCH Certification in Clinical Hypnosis with Consultant Status, and he is the ASCH Past-President.
The Refining Skills & Treatment Applications (Level 2/Intermediate) Workshop increases skills and builds confidence in the use of hypnosis. It prepares workshop participants who have completed an ASCH approved Level 1 workshop to move on to the advanced workshop level and individual consultation with a strong basis of skills and understanding of the principles and practice of clinical hypnosis.
The second step in certification training is to strengthen skills, strategies, and applications of clinical hypnosis. Part one taught “how to” do clinical hypnosis, and part two builds on this skill set and refines and furthers development to add the when, why, and where to the “how-to”.
Advantages:
Introduction to a wider range of topics on the utility of clinical hypnosis (e.g., Pain Management; Anxiety and Sleep Disorders; Habit Disorders).
Learn more techniques for the creative use of the language of suggestion to facilitate change.
Learn specific tools (complex inductions and intensification techniques) for specific populations (children).
More practice with the feedback of expert faculty.
The Level 2 workshop increases skills and builds confidence in the use of hypnosis. It prepares the workshop participant to move on to the Advanced Workshop level and Individual Consultation with a strong basis of skills and understanding of the principles and practice of clinical hypnosis.

ASCH Level 1 Workshop
2025-04-10 - 2025-04-13
ASCH Level 1 & Level 2 Workshop

April 10 @ 8:00 am – April 13 @ 5:00 pm

ASCH Level 1 Workshop
Quick Links:
Register for Level 1
Our Clinical Hypnosis training program offers a progressive series of workshops designed to equip licensed health professionals with skills to incorporate clinical hypnosis into their practices. In the Level 1 workshop, participants learn the foundational principles and techniques of hypnosis, including inductions, suggestions, and therapeutic strategies, guided by experienced faculty from various health disciplines. This course blends presentations, demonstrations, and hands-on practice to provide basic skills for immediate application. Building on this foundation, the Level 2 workshop delves deeper into clinical hypnosis, expanding on “how to” by adding the “when, why, and where” for techniques, especially for specific populations and complex cases like pain and anxiety management. Advanced skills such as complex inductions and the nuanced use of suggestion language are explored with expert feedback. For those seeking continued growth, Advanced Workshops offered throughout the year cover specialized topics, including behavioral medicine and mind-body integration, enabling participants to further enhance and apply their skills in targeted areas. Each level builds confidence, competence, and the ability to provide patient-centered, integrative care
Important Notes

Register for only ONE Workshop – Participants are expected to attend all days.
Detailed workshop schedules, faculty and other materials will be available to participants, online, two weeks before the start date. Workshop materials will be available in electronic form only.
You must complete Level 1 prior to taking Level 2.
Approximately one week before the workshop, registered participants will receive a link to a private webpage that will include links to handouts and resource materials. This access will be good for seven days after the workshop has been completed. Note: workshop handouts can be approximately 200+ pages for Level 1; 150+ pages for Level 2; and 100+ pages for Advanced.

Clinical Workshop Level 1
The Level 1 workshop, the first part of a series of workshops in the certification program for clinical hypnosis, is intended for licensed health professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, dentists, counselors, social workers, and those in related fields. A diverse faculty from a range of health disciplines will teach the principles and process of hypnotic inductions, suggestions, and treatment. The workshop is a mix of didactic presentations, demonstrations, experiential exercises, and faculty-led small group practice tailored to the specific needs and learning styles of each participant. At the conclusion of the workshop participants will have been taught the basic skills required to utilize clinical hypnosis and begin to apply it to their practice.
Advantages:

Rapidly establish rapport and the hypnotic relationship across developmental ages.
Facilitate change, ego-strengthen, and reduce impediments to change.
Cost-effective, collaborative, person-centered treatment.
Empower clients and patients to build skills for better health.
Learn a highly creative, broad-ranging technique for use in integrative medicine.

Level 1 Schedule
(All times listed are in EST. Times are subject to minor changes)

Thursday, April 10, 2025
6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Friday, April 11, 2025
8:30 AM-6:00 PM

Saturday, April 12, 2025
8:30 AM-6:00 PM

Sunday, April 13, 2025
8:30 AM-12:00 PM

(an agenda with faculty assignments will be sent to registrants approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the live course date)
Register here for Level 1
Details and Fees

Course
Member
Non-Member
Resident/Intern/Fellow
Graduate Student

Level 1
$500
$675
$400
$320

Registration Instructions
Online registration will take you to the ASCH site and require a new account set-up (non-members) or Member login. If you are an ASCH member enter the email address associated with your ASCH Membership as our UserID; click Forgot Password to set a new password.
Payments can now be made in a secure online environment. The system DOES NOT save credit card information once the transaction has been completed and registration submitted.
Continuing Education Hours
Online attendance, full engagement and completion of a pre-test, post-test and daily program evaluations are required for a certificate of completion. Level 1 will be approved for 20-22 hours.
Changing Dates
ASCH will honor one registration transfer. Transfer requests must be made in writing, to education@asch.net, by DATE. Change requests after that date will be treated as a cancellation.
Credit Card Payments
Registration payments must be made online and received by April 7. The ASCH Registrar will send reminders of the due date will in advance. The Registrants seat will be relinquished if payment is not received by this date.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be made in writing to education@asch.net. No cancellations will be taken by phone. Cancellations made by DATE will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after that date unless the seat can be filled by a waitlisted person.
Clinical Workshop Eligibility
Registrants must be healthcare professionals licensed in their jurisdiction functioning within the scope of their practice.
Students must have completed a minimum of one full semester of the program and must submit proof of full-time enrollment at an ACE-approved institution of higher education on school letterhead that clearly identifies the individual’s program of study, area of concentration (if applicable), level of degree pursued and date of intended graduation.
Full-time residents or interns participating in a recognized residency or internship program may also register to attend at a reduced rate. Residents/interns need to submit correspondence from their supervisor on official letterhead explaining the nature of the residency/internship and the date of intended completion of the program.
Workshop CME & ASCH Continuing Education (CE) Credits
The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ASCH-ERF is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. ASCH-ERF maintains responsibility for the regional workshops. The ASCH Standards of Training Committee has approved all regional workshops as meeting the twenty hours required for membership and certification requirements.

Courses approved by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis are approved continuing education courses per Florida’s AC-Rule 64B-4-6002 for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists in the State of Florida.

The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Education & Research Foundation. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 6/1/2022 to 5/31/2025. Provider ID#217022

California Board of Behavioral Sciences Accreditation
Please note that effective July 1, 2015, the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (CBBS) is no longer renewing existing CE provider numbers. ASCH-ERF’s accreditation through CBBS expired on December 31, 2015. BBS licensees now obtain their continuing education through the National Association of Social Workers and the American Psychological Association, among others, both through which ASCH-ERF maintains accreditation.

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Level 2 Clinical Hypnosis Course (The Oregon Society and CFCH Alberta)
2025-04-11 - 2025-04-13
Organization: Oregon Society (joint with CFCH Alberta)
Website: https://www.oregonhypnosis.org/event-6009741
Event Title: Level 2 Clinical Hypnosis Course
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Level_2_schedule_Oregon_Alberta_2025.docx
Dates: 04/11/25 – 04/13/25
Location: Virtual
CE: 21.0
Contact: debbenweb@gmail.com
Abstract:
The Annual training in clinical hypnosis course is the second workshop offered by OSCH and meets the standards for 20 intermediate/level 2 hours of training for ASCH certification. The workshop is being offered jointly with the CFCH Alberta and is comprised of a mix of didactic presentations, demonstrations, experiential exercises, and faculty led small group mentored practice tailored to the specific needs, interests, and learning styles of workshop participants. At the successful completion of the workshop, participants will have added to their level 1 skills. Those who are Oregon Society members that complete the course can participate, at no additional charge, in an ongoing Oregon Society mentored practice and consultation group.

ASCH Webinar: Anxiety: A Window of Opportunity for Change
2025-04-23 20:00 - 21:30 UTC
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM-9:30 PM ET
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This 90-minute program provides health practitioners with a conceptual framework and practical tools to ‎help clients experience anxiety from a perspective of hopefulness and strength rather than fear and ‎avoidance. The presentation includes scientific information about anxiety and fear states and practical ‎applications for guiding change that helps one understand that the behaviors and circumstances that ‎typically produce discomfort can be used as stepping stones to greater emotional knowledge about ‎themselves and a greater capacity for emotional resilience. The session will include at least one ‎demonstration with an audience member and a skill-development practice session.‎
Instructor:

George P. Glaser, LCSW
George Glaser, MSW, LCSW is in private practice in Austin, Texas. George obtained his MSW degree from Ohio State University School of Social Work in 1975. He is a Past President of ASCH and the Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis (CTSCH). He served as Guest Editor of the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis for a special issue on the treatment of anxiety and is currently the Social Work Editor for the journal. He is a co-founder of the Milton H. Erickson Institute of Austin and served as a faculty member for ASCH, SCEH, ISH, the Erickson Foundation, CTSCH, and the American Association of Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback.
George Glaser has no significant financial relationships or conflicts of interest to disclose.
CE Credits: 1.50
Important Notes:

To receive credit for this webinar, you will be required to take a pre-test, post-test, and an end-of-event survey. All items will be shared with you via email.
The pre and post-test do not affect your entrance into the webinar or whether you earn credit. We are using this to track learning over time.
A recording of this webinar will be released to attendees approximately two weeks after the live date. You will be notified by email when it is ready for viewing.

Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this webinar participants will be able to:

Describe a positive perspective of anxiety that prompts healthy emotional changes.‎
State three hypnotic therapeutic approaches to help client experience their fear(s) more ‎comfortably and effectively.‎
Describe two hypnotic methods that will help a client use their anxiety/fear in a way that ‎promotes positive change‎

Registration Rates
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ASCH Member
$45

Non-Member
$65

Resident/Intern/Fellow
$45

Graduate Student
$15

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Level 1 Hypnosis (Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis and Jung Wellness Institute)
2025-04-24 - 2025-04-26
Organization: Central Texas Society of Clinical Hypnosis and Jung Wellness Institute
Website: www.jungwellnessinstitute.com
Agenda: Click Here
Event Title: Level 1 Hypnosis
Dates: April 24-26, 2025
Location: Hybrid
CE: 22.0
Contact: anitajung.therapy@pm.me
Abstract:
Unlock the transformative potential of clinical hypnosis in this Level 1 Workshop, the first step in a certification program approved by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). Designed for licensed healthcare professionals—including physicians, nurses, psychologists, dentists, counselors, social workers, and chiropractors—this course provides the foundational tools to enhance patient care and professional impact.
Led by an experienced instructor, the workshop teaches you how to elicity hypnotic phenomena through engaging lectures, live demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and personalized small group practice.You’ll explore hypnotic inductions, suggestions, and therapeutic applications tailored to diverse patient needs.
By completing the course, you’ll gain essential skills to integrate clinical hypnosis into your practice and experience its benefits:
Establish rapid rapport and instill motivation and hope.
Overcome barriers to change while strengthening coping skills.
Empower patients with tools for long-term health and well-being.
Enhance your treatment approach with innovative, patient-centered techniques.
This workshop invites you to expand your practice, enrich your patient relationships, and explore creative, evidence-based methods for improving lives. Begin your journey with us and discover how clinical hypnosis can transform your approach to care.

Hypnosis and Sleep: How to Deliver Hypnotic Suggestions That Support Healthy Sleep (CTSCH)
2025-04-25
Organization: CTSCH
Website: https://www.ctsch.com/
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Timed_Agenda.docx
Event Title: Hypnosis and Sleep: How to Deliver Hypnotic Suggestions That Support Healthy Sleep
Dates: 4/25/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 2.0
Contact: CTSCH@CTSCH.com
Abstract:
Half of all adults experience regular sleep disturbances, with significant portions of the population suffering from chronic insomnia, according to Rand’s 2023 Global Report. Hypnosis can be very helpful with inducing relaxation, releasing anxiety, and controlling the spinning thoughts that often accompany insomnia. However, unless we, as practitioners, understand sleep architecture and the specific components of sleep, we cannot design and deliver the unique suggestions that most effectively target sleep and wake cycles. To fully address sleep disturbance, we must shift our perception of insomnia, cognitive fog, and fatigue as true issues with sleep per se. Instead, these symptoms should be thought of as challenges to the transitions between states of wakefulness and sleeping. Because hypnosis is a bridge between the conscious (awake) and unconscious (sleeping) minds, it can be an extraordinary tool for impacting those transitional challenges, between states of being awake and being asleep, in a safe and profound way. In this workshop, we will discuss the foundations of sleep in the body and brain, explore some of the architecture of sleep and hypnosis, and learn how to address sleep/wake issues using hypnotic metaphors, language, and specific suggestions.
Learning Objectives:
1. Be able to identify at least 3 specific aspects of sleep problems or architecture that can be effectively addressed using hypnotic suggestions.
2. Be able to construct at least 3 metaphors or embedded suggestions that address common sleep problems pertaining to sleep architecture.
3. Be able to deliver at least 3 hypnotic suggestions that specifically relate to sleep.
4. Be able to formulate and practice at least 2 different hypnotic inductions that target healing sleep and fatigue problems.

The Integration of Clinical Hypnosis with Patients in Cancer Care (Medical Hypnosis Consultants, PLLC)
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-26
Organization: Medical Hypnosis Consultants, PLLC
Website: www.MedicalHypnosisConsultants.org
Agenda: Click here
Event Title: The Integration of Clinical Hypnosis with Patients in Cancer Care
Dates: 04/25/25 – 04/26/25
Location: Virtual
CE: 10.0
Contact: hollyforestermiller@gmail.com
Abstract:
This workshop is designed for advanced practitioners who work with, or wish to start working with, cancer patients. It will be an interactive, hands-on workshop. We will discuss the patients’ needs at different points in the cancer journey and during treatments. Participants will learn how they can assist cancer patients with using hypnosis for managing the issues, symptoms, and challenges they face and how to develop effective hypnotic approaches and suggestions The presenter will also outline the protocol for a 4 week long self-hypnosis class for cancer patients that she has offered for 20 years. And the pilot study research on this class will be presented. The participants will learn 3 self-hypnosis techniques that are taught to the class participants which they can quickly and easily teach to their patients. We will discuss the use of language, especially as it relates to the potential side effects and symptoms of the patient’s chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery treatments. Additional issues that will be addressed include resistance, referrals, informed consent, and reframing. We will discuss the applications of various hypnotic phenomena with cancer patients. Participants will have the opportunity to interact and participate in several experiential exercises dispersed throughout the workshop. The presenter will share from her 35+ years of experience of integrating hypnosis in her work with cancer patients. The emphasis will be on providing specific “how-tos” in formulating techniques for working with cancer patients that participants can use in their practices.

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to an Induction: When Humor Enhances Hypnosis (Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey)
2025-04-27
Organization: Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey
Website: https://www.clinicalhypnosisnj.org/event-6019239
Event Title: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to an Induction: When Humor Enhances Hypnosis
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Reid_Timed_Agenda.docx
Dates: 04/27/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 2.0
Contact: drstaffin@gmail.com
Abstract:
It has been said that, “Laughter is the best medicine.” There is ample empirical evidence that humor promotes immune functioning, enhances quality of life in cancer patients and nursing home residents, and minimizes symptoms of depression and anxiety (Bains et al., 2015; Ko & Youn, 2011; Kuru & Kublay, 2017; Morishima et al., 2019; Takeda et al., 2010). Yet there is limited consideration or research regarding the inclusion of humor during hypnosis sessions (Thomson, 2022). This (two hour) conversation will review the healing properties of humor for medical and psychological disorders, and more specifically, encourage participants to consider embedding (i.e., interspersing) humor during hypnosis sessions with their clients. Case examples and demonstrations will highlight the pairing of humor with hypnosis for enhancing “ego strengthening,” embedded metaphors, story-telling, age regression/progression, and post-hypnotic suggestions.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
1) Identify three (3) positive effects of humor for medical and/or psychological disorders.
2) Identify at least three (3) ways to effectively incorporate humor into hypnosisinterventions.
3) Identify two (2) situations in which humor is appropriate and two (2) situationsin which humor is inappropriate to include in clinical hypnosis.

Hypnosis for Gastrointestinal Distress: Mind-Body Considerations for Healing
2025-04-27 09:30 - 13:00 UTC | Online
Organization:
Greater Philadelphia Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Website:
unavailable until closer to the date of the program
Event Title:
Hypnosis for Gastrointestinal Distress: Mind-Body Considerations for Healing
Agenda:
April 27, 2025
9:30 AM-10:00 AM Registration, Sign-in, Zoom Housekeeping, Introductions
10:00 AM-10:20 AM Introduction, and initial group experience
10:20 AM-11:05 AM Essential concepts: Psychoneuroimmunology, autonomic nervous system and polyvagal theory, brain structure, and how these concepts should inform how clinician can use hypnosis more effectively
11:05 AM-11:15 AM Q and A
11:15 AM-11:45 AM Fundamentals of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Dysregulation Syndrome, Somatic Dissociation
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Applications of hypnosis for digestive distress
12:45 PM-1:00 PM Q and A, Integration, Conclusion, Evaluation
Dates:
April 27, 2025
Location:
Webinar
CE:
3 Credits
Contact:
marcy1116@aol.com
Abstract:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common gastrointestinal disorder. It is one of the most common disorders seen by physicians and other health professionals. Several studies have suggested that the societal impact of IBS on health-related quality of life is equally as significant as congestive heart failure. While there are medications available for treating the symptoms of IBS, most patients and clinicians express that these treatments are temporary and often unsatisfactory. Clinical hypnosis is one of the most successful treatment approaches for chronic IBS. The response rate to treatment is 80% or better in most published studies, and it often helps individuals who have failed to improve with other methods. In this 3-hour virtual workshop, you will learn the role that hypnosis can play in facilitating an ideal healing state to assist in healing from IBS and other functional digestive distress. Participants will learn to understand IBS and other functional disorders as dysregulation syndromes. We will also explore how hypnosis can be helpful as an adjunct to other treatments for inflammatory bowel conditions such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. Dr Weisberg will guide the participants through a mixture of didactic and experiential approaches they can use on a daily basis in their clinical practice.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the program, participants will be able to:
a. Describe one important aspect about the relationship between chronic pain, central sensitization, and autonomic dysregulation
b. Formulate at least 2 hypnotic interventions to reduce IBS symptoms
c. Formulate at least 2 hypnotic suggestions to help a patient with IBS become less fearful and avoidant of difficult abdominal sensations

The Practice of Mindful Hypnosis: Experiential Learning & Practical Protocols
2025-05-03 09:00 - 2025-05-04 16:00 UTC | In-person workshop
Organization:
The Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH)
Website:
https://www.fsch.org/intermediate-advanced-workshop-2
Event Title:
The Practice of Mindful Hypnosis: Experiential Learning & Practical Protocols
Agenda:
Day 1: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

9:00 – 9:30 AM: Welcome, Introductions, Opening Meditation
9:30 – 10:00 AM: Myths & Misconceptions
10:00 – 10:30 AM: Foundations of Mindfulness
10:30 – 10:45 AM: Morning Break
10:45 – 11:15 AM: Similarities & Differences Between Hypnosis and Mindfulness
11:15 – 11:45 AM: Current Research on Mindful Hypnosis
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Mindful Eating Exercise
12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:00 PM: Mindful Hypnosis Protocol Overview, Structure, Inductions
2:00 – 2:30 PM: Group Demonstration
2:30 – 2:45 PM: Afternoon Break
2:45 – 3:45 PM: Group Practice
3:45 – 4:00 PM: Q&A & Wrap-Up

Day 2: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

9:00 – 9:30 AM: Opening Meditation & Recap
10:30 – 10:45 AM: Morning Break
9:30 – 10:30 AM: Deep Dive – Session-by-Session Mindful Hypnosis Protocol
10:30 – 10:45 AM: Morning Break
10:45 – 11:30 AM: Specialized Mindful Hypnosis Protocols (3 Session, Pain, Depression, Exercise, Burnout Prevention)
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Mindful Self-Hypnosis and Being a Mindful Hypnotherapist
12:00 – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:00 PM: Clinical Applications, Adaptations, Treatment Planning, & Case Studies
2:00 – 2:15 PM: How to Record Meditations
2:15 – 2:30 PM: Afternoon Break
2:30 – 3:30 PM: Group Practice
3:30 – 4:00 PM: Q&A, Reflective Sharing, Closing Group Meditation

Dates:
05/03/2025 – 05/04/2025
Location:
Hilton Melbourne, 200 Rialto Place, Melbourne, Florida
CE:
12
Contact:
786-708-6684
mariefsch@aol.com
Abstract:
Enhance your clinical hypnosis skills with Mindful Hypnosis, an evidence-based approach that combines the benefits of mindfulness and hypnosis to rapidly reduce stress and enhance mindful resilience. Whether you are naive to mindfulness or an experienced meditator, this training offers practical tools to elevate and refine your therapeutic skills.This in-person, immersive training offers a retreat-like experience where attendees engage in guided meditation, experiential practice, and dyadic learning. Going beyond theory and research, this workshop provides practical protocols, hands-on learning, and experiential exercises to help you easily integrate Mindful Hypnosis into both your professional and personal practice.
What You Will Experience: Advanced Clinical Applications – Learn flexible protocols to address stress, burnout, ADHD, pain management, trauma, and performance enhancement.Experiential Learning – Engage in direct practice, giving and receiving Mindful Hypnosis to refine your technique.A Retreat-Like Atmosphere – Experience firsthand the transformative effects of Mindful Hypnosis, deepening both your professional skills and personal mindfulness practice.Comprehensive Resources – Receive evidence-based scripts and two Mindful Hypnosis protocols for effortless implementation in your practice.
Learning Objectives:
After completing this workshop participants will be able to:

Define two of the core principles of Mindful Hypnosis.
Identify three similarities between mindfulness and hypnosis.
Evaluate the clinical implications of two aspects of research on the effects of Mindful Hypnosis practices for stress reduction.
Define the three-session and eight-session Mindful Hypnosis protocols.
List the underlying principles of Mindful Hypnosis that support adaptation for clinical populations including ADHD, chronic pain, and PTSD.
Utilize three Mindful Hypnosis inductions to invoke a mindful trance.
Identify three techniques, including mindful suggestions, deepeners, post-hypnotic suggestions, and mindful inquiry, to guide a Mindful Hypnosis experience.
Define how three hypnotic phenomena – quiet ego strengthening, age regression, and future projection – can be used to address clinical symptoms.
Identify two clinical presentations where use of Mindful Hypnosis may be useful or contraindicated.
Describe two informal mindfulness techniques to overcome barriers to practicing meditation.
Utilize “The Light Within” induction for Mindful Self Hypnosis to mitigate compassion fatigue.
Determine how Mindful Hypnosis can enhance therapeutic effectiveness.

Taming Anxiety Toolbox: An Integrated Model: Mindfulness, Hypnosis and Cognitive Therapy (Canadian Federation of Clinical Hypnosis)
2025-05-09 08:30 - 2025-05-10 16:30 UTC | Virtual and In-Person
Organization:
Canadian Federation of Clinical Hypnosis
Website:
unavailable
Event Title:
Taming Anxiety Toolbox: An Integrated Model: Mindfulness, Hypnosis and Cognitive Therapy
Agenda:
DAY ONE
8:30 – 8:45 AM Opening Ceremony
8:45 – 9:00 AM Introducing the Toolbox – course overview
9:00 – 9:30 AM Understanding the anxious patient
9:30 – 10:45 AM Breaking the Cycle with the integrative model: Mindfulness, Hypnosis, CBT. Benefits of hypnosis in the treatment of anxiety disorders
10:45 – 11:00 AM Break
11:00 – 12:15 PM Hypnosis as an adjunct to therapy. Case Presentation: video demonstration
12:15 – 1:15 PM Lunch
1:15 – 1:30 PM Applying the tools to Generalized Anxiety Disorder
1:30 – 1:45 PM Managing GAD with the Integrative Model
1:45 – 2:15 PM Managing worry with cognitive therapy. The STOP Solution
2:15 – 3:00 PM Video demonstration of the Integrative model in the treatment of GAD
3:00 – 3:15 PM Break
3:15 – 3:30 PM Applying the tools to panic disorder: Understanding the cycle of panic.
3:30 – 4:00 PM Increasing tolerance of interoceptive responses with Mindfulness and cognitive strategies
4:00 – 4:15 PM Other expressions of panic: Urge to escape; fear of flying; nocturnal panic attacks; relaxation induced panic
4:15 – 4:30 PM Age progression
4:30 – 4:45 PM Chill out with an orange and other quick interventions

DAY TWO
8:30 – 9:00 AM Applying the tools to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
9:00 – 10:00 AM Case presentation with video demonstration
10:00 –10:30 AM Using the tools in the treatment of PTSD
10:30 – 10:45 AM Break
10:45 – 11:15 AM Applying the Tools to Social Anxiety Disorder
11:15 – 11:30 AM Therapy for generalized SAD
11:30 – 11:45 PM Fear of being observed. Case presentation applying the integrative model
11:45 – 12:00 PM Applications to specific SAD: Hyperhidrosis; paruresis (shy bladder)
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 – 1:15 PM Applying the Tools to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: special challenges of this population
1:15 – 1:30 PM Watchman technique
1:30 – 2:30 PM Interventions: psychoeducation; exposure response prevention; CBT; mindfulness; hypnosis; and self-statements
2:30 – 2:45 PM Case example of a patient with obsessive thoughts
2:45 — 3:00 PM Break
3:00 – 3:15 PM Anxiety and Relationships
3:15 – 4:00 PM Using hypnosis and guided imagery to help partners be more attuned and understanding of different temperaments and response patterns
4:00 — 4:15 PM Rehearsal and transfer
4:15 – 4:30 PM Wrap-up and Q&A
Dates:
May 9-10, 2025
Location:
In-person workshop
Virtual workshop
Hybrid
CE:
13 credits
Contact:
carolyn@carolyndaitchphd.com
Abstract:
Join Dr. Carolyn Daitch, an internationally recognized expert in anxiety treatment, for an in-depth 2-day workshop designed to expand your therapeutic toolkit and enhance your ability to treat anxiety disorders. Dr. Daitch will present a powerful integrative therapy model that combines the best practices of mindfulness, hypnosis, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Anxiety impacts an estimated 20% of the population, disrupting lives with fear, obsessive thinking, and avoidant behaviors. This workshop equips mental health professionals with practical, client-centered strategies to address the unique challenges of anxiety-related conditions, including panic disorder, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). What You’ll Learn: Daitch’s four-part intervention, The Stop Solution, a transformative approach to empower clients overwhelmed by anxiety. Techniques to individualize treatment plans and deliver interventions effectively reduce worry, fear, and avoidance. Skills to help clients regain a sense of calm and resilience in everyday situations. Strategies to address the relational dynamics affected by anxiety, improving interpersonal outcomes. Dr. Daitch’s approach, honed through decades of clinical practice, emphasizes practical, easy-to-implement tools that therapists can integrate immediately into their work. This workshop is not only an opportunity to learn but also a springboard for creativity, inspiring participants to craft tailored solutions for their clients.
Learning Objectives:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the benefits of an integrative model in the treatment of anxiety
2. Articulate the benefit of hypnosis in the treatment of anxiety disorders
3. Demonstrate two techniques to manage worry and uncertainty
4. Identify two interventions that can help clients observe somatic manifestations of panic attacks with less reactivity
5. Identify and implement two interventions that can help clients diminish catastrophic thinking and avoidance behaviors
6. Articulate the rationale for the use of age progression in the management of panic attacks
7. Identify and implement one intervention that can help clients access mature ego states in clients with PTSD
8. Apply two cognitive approaches in the treatment of anxiety
9. Articulate self-statements for clients with social anxiety disorder
10. Demonstrate the tight fist technique to release tension and anxiety
11. Explain how hypnosis can be used in conjunction with cognitive behavioral therapy Recognize and manage the fear of relaxation
12. Delineate the benefits of mindfulness to manage worry
13. Demonstrate the use of mindfulness to manage distressful physical sensations, emotions and thoughts
14. Demonstrate the reverse phobia technique
15. Demonstrate the Imaginary Support Circle
16. Summarize the challenge of working with clients with obsessive compulsive disorder
17. Demonstrate hypnotherapeutic imagery that promotes understanding and attunement in relationships when one partner has anxiety

60th HIE (Hypnotic Idea Exchange)
2025-05-12 07:30 - 21:30 UTC
Organization: North Carolina Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Website: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/05Xkn7chQPyNIqWLZaqu-g
Event Title: 60th HIE (Hypnotic Idea Exchange)
Dates: Monday, May 12th, 7:30 – 9:30 PM EST
Debra Crown is a Licensed Professional Counselor—Board Approved Supervisor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and ASCH Certified. She has been licensed in Texas for 19 years. She lives in Plano in the Dallas area. Currently in private practice she is focused on hypnotherapy as a primary means of therapy in conjunction with other evidence-based therapies. Having started as a continuity of care therapist for local hospitals and rehabs in Houston trauma was a topic that was continually present. Later, having moved to Plano, Debra was the counselor for two cities in the DFW area for city employees including first responders. She received trauma training from the VA and Center Deployment Psychology. Interestingly, trauma was present in all sectors of city employees not just first responders.

ASCH Level 1 & Level 2 Workshop
2025-05-15 08:00 - 2025-05-18 17:00 UTC
ASCH Level 1 & Level 2 Workshop
Thursday, May 15th – Sunday, May 18th
Quick Links:
Level 1 Registration is Sold Out for this event.
Register for Level 2
Our Clinical Hypnosis training program offers a progressive series of workshops designed to equip licensed health professionals with skills to incorporate clinical hypnosis into their practices. In the Level 1 workshop, participants learn the foundational principles and techniques of hypnosis, including inductions, suggestions, and therapeutic strategies, guided by experienced faculty from various health disciplines. This course blends presentations, demonstrations, and hands-on practice to provide basic skills for immediate application. Building on this foundation, the Level 2 workshop delves deeper into clinical hypnosis, expanding on “how to” by adding the “when, why, and where” for techniques, especially for specific populations and complex cases like pain and anxiety management. Advanced skills such as complex inductions and the nuanced use of suggestion language are explored with expert feedback. For those seeking continued growth, Advanced Workshops offered throughout the year cover specialized topics, including behavioral medicine and mind-body integration, enabling participants to further enhance and apply their skills in targeted areas. Each level builds confidence, competence, and the ability to provide patient-centered, integrative care
Important Notes

Register for only ONE Workshop – Participants are expected to attend all days.
Detailed workshop schedules, faculty and other materials will be available to participants, online, two weeks before the start date. Workshop materials will be available in electronic form only.
You must complete Level 1 prior to taking Level 2.
Approximately one week before the workshop, registered participants will receive a link to a private webpage that will include links to handouts and resource materials. This access will be good for seven days after the workshop has been completed. Note: workshop handouts can be approximately 200+ pages for Level 1; 150+ pages for Level 2; and 100+ pages for Advanced.

Clinical Workshop Level 1
The Level 1 workshop, the first part of a series of workshops in the certification program for clinical hypnosis, is intended for licensed health professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, dentists, counselors, social workers, and those in related fields. A diverse faculty from a range of health disciplines will teach the principles and process of hypnotic inductions, suggestions, and treatment. The workshop is a mix of didactic presentations, demonstrations, experiential exercises, and faculty-led small group practice tailored to the specific needs and learning styles of each participant. At the conclusion of the workshop participants will have been taught the basic skills required to utilize clinical hypnosis and begin to apply it to their practice.
Advantages:

Rapidly establish rapport and the hypnotic relationship across developmental ages.
Facilitate change, ego-strengthen, and reduce impediments to change.
Cost-effective, collaborative, person-centered treatment.
Empower clients and patients to build skills for better health.
Learn a highly creative, broad-ranging technique for use in integrative medicine.

Level 1 Schedule
(All times listed are in EST. Times are subject to minor changes)

Thursday, May 15, 2025
6:15 PM-9:30 PM

Friday, May 16, 2025
8:30 AM-6:00 PM

Saturday, May 17, 2025
8:30 AM-6:00 PM

Sunday, May 18, 2025
8:30 AM-12:00 PM

A general agenda for Level 1 can be found here: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/L1Agenda_May25.pdf
(an agenda with faculty assignments will be sent to registrants approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the live course date)
Level 1 Registration is Sold Out for this event.

Clinical Workshop Level 2
The second step in certification training is to strengthen skills, strategies, and applications of clinical hypnosis. Part one taught “how to” do clinical hypnosis, and part two builds on this skill set and refines and furthers development to add the when, why, and where to the “how-to”.
Advantages:

Introduction to a wider range of topics on the utility of clinical hypnosis (e.g., Pain Management; Anxiety and Sleep Disorders; Habit Disorders).
Learn more techniques for the creative use of the language of suggestion to facilitate change.
Learn specific tools (complex inductions and intensification techniques) for specific populations (children).
More practice with the feedback of expert faculty.

The Level 2 workshop increases skills and builds confidence in the use of hypnosis. It prepares the workshop participant to move on to the Advanced Workshop level and Individual Consultation with a strong basis of skills and understanding of the principles and practice of clinical hypnosis.
Level 2 Schedule
(All times listed are in EST. Times are subject to minor changes)

Thursday, May 15, 2025
6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Friday, May 16, 2025
8:30 AM-6:00 PM

Saturday, May 17, 2025
8:30 AM-6:00 PM

Sunday, May 18, 2025
8:30 AM-12:00 PM

A general agenda for Level 2 can be found here: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/L2Agenda_May25.pdf
(an agenda with faculty assignments will be sent to registrants approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the live course date)
Register here for Level 2

Details and Fees

Course
Member
Non-Member
Resident/Intern/Fellow
Graduate Student

Level 1
$500
$675
$400
$320

Level 2
$500
$675
$400
$320

Registration Instructions
Online registration will take you to the ASCH site and require a new account set-up (non-members) or Member login. If you are an ASCH member enter the email address associated with your ASCH Membership as our UserID; click Forgot Password to set a new password.
Payments can now be made in a secure online environment. The system DOES NOT save credit card information once the transaction has been completed and registration submitted.
Continuing Education Hours
Online attendance, full engagement and completion of a pre-test, post-test and daily program evaluations are required for a certificate of completion. Level 1 and Level 2 will be approved for 20-22 hours.
Changing Dates
ASCH will honor one registration transfer. Transfer requests must be made in writing, to education@asch.net, by DATE. Change requests after that date will be treated as a cancellation.
Credit Card Payments
Registration payments must be made online and received by November 21. The ASCH Registrar will send reminders of the due date will in advance. The Registrants seat will be relinquished if payment is not received by this date.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be made in writing to education@asch.net. No cancellations will be taken by phone. Cancellations made by DATE will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after that date unless the seat can be filled by a waitlisted person.
Clinical Workshop Eligibility
Registrants must be healthcare professionals licensed in their jurisdiction functioning within the scope of their practice.
Students must have completed a minimum of one full semester of the program and must submit proof of full-time enrollment at an ACE-approved institution of higher education on school letterhead that clearly identifies the individual’s program of study, area of concentration (if applicable), level of degree pursued and date of intended graduation.
Full-time residents or interns participating in a recognized residency or internship program may also register to attend at a reduced rate. Residents/interns need to submit correspondence from their supervisor on official letterhead explaining the nature of the residency/internship and the date of intended completion of the program.
Workshop CME & ASCH Continuing Education (CE) Credits
The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ASCH-ERF is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. ASCH-ERF maintains responsibility for the regional workshops. The ASCH Standards of Training Committee has approved all regional workshops as meeting the twenty hours required for membership and certification requirements.

Courses approved by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis are approved continuing education courses per Florida’s AC-Rule 64B-4-6002 for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists in the State of Florida.

The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Education & Research Foundation. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 6/1/2022 to 5/31/2025. Provider ID#217022

California Board of Behavioral Sciences Accreditation
Please note that effective July 1, 2015, the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (CBBS) is no longer renewing existing CE provider numbers. ASCH-ERF’s accreditation through CBBS expired on December 31, 2015. BBS licensees now obtain their continuing education through the National Association of Social Workers and the American Psychological Association, among others, both through which ASCH-ERF maintains accreditation.

Level 1 Registration is Sold Out for this event.

Register here for Level 2

Rescripting Trauma Memories with Memory Reconsolidation: Protocols for Updating Implicit Beliefs and Patterns (Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey)
2025-05-17
Organization: Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey
Website: https://www.clinicalhypnosisnj.org/event-6001181
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Timed_agenda.docx
Event Title: Rescripting Trauma Memories with Memory Reconsolidation: Protocols for Updating Implicit Beliefs and Patterns
Dates: 05/17/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 6.0
Contact: chsnj1986@gmail.com
Abstract:
Reprocessing traumatic memories can be a tough task, due to the stubborn persistence of painful emotions, thoughts, and patterns woven into the memory at both conscious and subconscious levels. Fortunately, neuroscience has revealed how clinicians can more effectively help their clients reprocess traumatic memories by harnessing the mechanisms of memory consolidation. Memory reconsolidation refers to the brain’s inherent ability to update a memory network with new information when the person encounters a new experience that is emotionally significant enough for the brain to change the memory’s meaning, context, and associations. In this webinar, we will explore the phenomenon of memory reconsolidation and how clinical hypnosis can be used as an adjunct to treatment to facilitate it. Participants will learn why hypnosis can be an effective tool for eliciting memory reconsolidation and get several tools they can use to help clients rescript trauma narratives, repair attachment wounds, and foster a positive post-trauma identity
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this workshop, participants will be better able to:

Evaluate recent neuroscience discoveries regarding memory reconsolidation and their clinical implications for treating trauma.
Describe the steps of the RECON protocol, an imaginal rescripting technique to help clients reduce distress related to memories of traumatic events.
Describe how to integrate cognitive reframing techniques with hypnosis to rescript the client’s trauma narrative and beliefs associated with the traumatic event.
Identify at least two ways to help clients avoid re-traumatization while reviewing traumatic memories.
Discuss at least two strengths and two limitations of the research on memory reconsolidation and clinical hypnosis in trauma treatment

Bringing Hypnosis to Life: From Training to Effective Practice
2025-05-17 08:30 - 16:30 UTC | Virtual
Organization:
Oregon Society (OSCH)
Website:
https://www.oregonhypnosis.org/event-6118483

Event Title:
Bringing Hypnosis to Life: From Training to Effective Practice

Agenda:
8:30 am-9:45 am, Section #1:
Using Hypnosis in Clinical Practice: Common Barriers and Existing Foundations (75 minutes) Presenter: Debbie Bensching

Topic Introduction: Survey review and discussion.

Participant Engagement – the challenges of using hypnosis with clients/patients?
Survey Data review discussion

Identifying Personal Barriers to Using Hypnosis. Small Group Exercise. Participants will identify and prioritize their concerns about using hypnosis, categorize them as personal or professional, and identify solutions to one key barrier.

Concerns and Solutions Facilitated Discussion in a large group:

Facilitated Discussion: Groups share identified themes and barriers, then discuss identified solutions to overcome challenges.
Review other Possible strategies to address barriers.

Existing Clinical Framework: What you already know as the clinical foundation.
Clinical conceptualization, treatment planning, and intervention selection without hypnosis.
Does hypnosis fit into your existing clinical framework? (overall clinical thinking, existing style of treatment planning, and goal setting). Case examples before integrating hypnosis: clinical vignette

Learning Objectives Section 1, Participants will:

List three common barriers that limit healthcare providers from using hypnosis in clinical practice.
Identify at least one barrier (hesitation or concern) they struggle with when integrating hypnosis into clinical practice.
Construct two strategies to use to overcome barriers to integrating hypnosis into clinical practice.
Analyze the compatibility of hypnosis with current clinical frameworks, including treatment planning and intervention selection, using case examples to determine effective integration.

9:45-12:00 pm Section #2:
Incorporating Hypnosis into Case Conceptualization and Treatment Planning (120 minutes, 15-minute break) Presenter: Dave Boyer
9:45-10:15 am

Clinical Overview: Defining the overarching problem and treatment goals
Understanding Class of Problem / Class of Solution Model (O’Hanlon, 2009):
Class of Problem and Class of Solution Concepts
Aligning possible solutions with identified problems
Hypnotic Treatment Planning: goals and objectives: possible targets for hypnosis intervention

Morning Break: 10:15-10:30 am
10:30 am-11:30 am

Clinical Demonstration of the Model and Group Exercise (60 minutes)

Demonstration: Using a clinical vignette to illustrate the process of hypnotic treatment planning using the Class of Problem/Class of Solution Model
Small Group Exercise: Using 2 Clinical Vignettes, participants will practice identifying the class of problems: the various aspects of how a client goes about a problem and the class of solutions, identifying corresponding hypnotic targets.

11:30 – 12:00 pm

Clinical Applications: matching hypnotic techniques to the class of solutions and hypnotic targets (30 minutes)
General exploration of hypnotic techniques and strategies that best match the nature of the problem and identified solutions using hypnotic targets identified from clinical vignettes/
Choosing the hypnotic technique and approach best for the client/patient: Tailoring and Utilization.

Learning Objectives Section 2, Participants will be able to

Outline a model/method of hypnotic treatment planning.
Demonstrate how to use a hypnotic treatment planning model to break down a larger client problem into smaller aspects of the problem and develop specific targets/objectives for hypnotic intervention.
Select hypnotic techniques that best match the nature of the client’s/patient’s problem to support an effective clinical approach using hypnosis.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch break
1:00 pm – 2:45 pm Section #3:
Mastering Trance Work Part I: Cultivating Hypnotic Communication for Therapeutic Success (95 minutes) Presenter: Debbie Bensching
1:00 pm – 1:50 pm

Understanding Hypnotic Communication (30 minutes)

What does it mean to be Hypnotic? Review Perspectives of Yapko and Zeig
Informal Hypnosis: Integrating Hypnotic Principles Naturally into Conversation.

Yapko’s Principle: Use indirect suggestions to create a natural flow.
Zeig’s Principle: Utilize pacing and leading techniques to match the client’s natural rhythm and guide them toward change.

3. Conversational and Naturalistic Hypnosis: Using Everyday Communication to Create Hypnotic Effects.

Yapko’s Principle: Recognize that hypnosis is not separate from life but can be integrated into ordinary conversations.
Zeig’s Principle: Use conversational hypnosis by embedding suggestions within casual dialogue, allowing the unconscious mind to engage without the client feeling they are being “hypnotized.”
Alert Hypnosis: working in a trance while the client/patient maintains conscious awareness while still experiencing the benefits of the trance state. Can still access unconscious resources.

4. Engaging Clients to Talk During Trance: Techniques for Guiding and Deepening Trance Experiences.

Hypnotic Talk as a Resource
Facilitating open dialogue
Utilizing the Client’s Responses
Alert Hypnosis

1:50 pm – 2:35 pm

Demonstrations of Hypnotic Communication Principles and Small Group Practice
Clinical Demonstration: The Demonstration will showcase the concept of “being hypnotic” through conversational hypnosis and will then transition into developing a formal trance to demonstrate talking with the client in a trance showcasing naturalistic hypnosis techniques.
Small Group Practice: Participants will work in dyads to practice being hypnotic using conversational hypnosis principles and then transition into a formal trance to practice talking with a client in a formal trance state.

Learning Objectives Section 3, Participants will

Identify two or more key principles for using informal hypnosis to integrate hypnotic suggestions into clinical conversations.
Demonstrate effective application of at least one key principle of hypnotic communication techniques using conversational and naturalistic hypnosis approaches.
Demonstrate the ability to integrate talking with clients/patients while in a formal trance state to enhance therapeutic outcomes.

Afternoon Break: 2:35-2:45 pm
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm Section # 4
Mastering Trance Work Part II: Cultivating Hypnotic Skills for Therapeutic Success (105 minutes) Presenters: Dave Boyer and Debbie Bensching
2:45-3:15 pm

Advanced Elicitation Techniques (30 minutes) Presenter: Dave Boyer
What is advanced elicitation?
Purpose and benefits of advanced elicitation
Common Elements of Advanced Elicitation Techniques

3:15 pm – 3:45 pm

Emotional Mastery and Resilience through Hypnosis (30 minutes) Presenter: Debbie Bensching
Approaches for using hypnosis with Emotional Regulation and Stabilization
Disrupting Negative Trance through re-associating maladaptive dissociation.

3:45-4:15 pm

Personal Style and Connecting Hypnosis to Other Modalities (30 minutes) Both Presenters
How does hypnosis complement other practices? Case examples and discussion of combining hypnosis with other modalities.
Brainstorming: Participants discuss how they will integrate hypnosis with their current skills.

4:15 pm-4:30 pm

Workshop Wrap-Up: Collective Integration & Review. Both Presenters.

Facilitated discussion with participants to identify key takeaways from the workshop and consider actions they can take to advance their use of hypnosis.
Learning Objective Section 4, Participants will be able to

Describe two or more benefits of using advanced elicitation techniques
List three types of advanced elicitation techniques
Compare two or more techniques to support emotional regulation and stability, determining which techniques are appropriate for their clinical setting.
Summarize at least three lessons or concepts they learned that can be applied to support integrating hypnosis into clinical practice.
Construct a plan detailing two specific actions to advance their use of hypnosis

Dates:
05/17/2025

Location:
Virtual workshop

CE:
7

Contact:
debbenweb@gmail.com

Abstract:
Workshop Description:As experienced faculty teaching the Level 1 and Level 2 Clinical Hypnosis courses for the Oregon Society, we have consistently heard from participants about the difficulties they experience integrating clinical hypnosis into their practice. Our goal is to Bridge the Gap from Training to Effective Practice Applications. Based on a recent survey of healthcare providers trained in hypnosis, we’ve identified the most common concerns and barriers they encounter when applying hypnosis skills in clinical settings. This workshop is designed to address those challenges and help you build confidence and competence in your hypnosis practice. Join Dave Boyer and Debbie Bensching for an interactive, hands-on workshop where you will: Identify common barriers to effectively using clinical hypnosis and discover practical solutions to overcome them. Enhance your skills in case conceptualization, treatment planning and technique selection, with guidance on integrating hypnosis into your existing therapeutic framework. Practice applying hypnosis techniques through case vignettes, focusing on developing hypnotic language, formulating effective suggestions, and tailoring interventions to real-world scenarios. This workshop emphasizes experiential learning, providing ample opportunities to practice and refine your skills with expert feedback. Whether you’re new to hypnosis or looking to deepen your clinical applications, you’ll leave feeling more equipped and confident to bring hypnosis into your practice.

Learning Objectives:
Learning objectives have been included in the timed outline at the end of each teaching segment.
Workshop references: these are not included in the uploaded outline.
Elkins, G.R. (2022), Introduction to Clinical Hypnosis: The Basics and Beyond. Mountain Pine Publishing. Waco, TX.
Jensen, Mark, Editor (2017). The Art and Practice of Hypnotic Induction: Favorite Methods of Master Clinicians (Voices of Experience Series). Denny Creek Press. Kirkland, WA.
O’Hanlon, Bill (2005). The Handout Book: Complete handouts from the workshops of Bill O’Hanlon. Copyright © 2005 O’Hanlon and O’Hanlon, Inc. 223 N. Guadalupe #278, Santa Fe, NM 87501, USA.
O’Hanlon, Bill (2009). A Guide to Trance Land: A Practical Handbook of Ericksonian and Solution-Oriented Hypnosis. W.W. Norton & Company. New York, NY
Patterson, David R. Neurophysiology, Social Psychology and Dissociation as a Basis for Creating Generative Clinical Hypnosis. ASCH Annual Scientific Meeting, 2019.
Patterson, David R. Complex Inductions For Building Resilience Made Simple: Dissociation, Neurophysiology. Plenary Presentation ASCH ASMW, 2022.Yapko, Michael (2019). Trancework: An Introduction to the Practice of Clinical Hypnosis, 5th edition. Routledge. New York, NY.
Zeig, J.K. (2014). The Induction of Hypnosis: An Ericksonian Elicitation Approach. The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Press. Phoenix, AZ.
Zeig, Jeffrey (2018). The Anatomy of Experiential Impact Through Ericksonian Psychotherapy: Seeing, Doing, Being. The Milton H. Erickson Foundation Press. Phoenix, AZ.

Hypnotic Strategies for Evoking the Therapeutic Relationship (Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey)
2025-06-08
Organization: Clinical Hypnosis Society of New Jersey
Agenda: https://asch.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Spiegel_CHSNJ_timed_agenda.docx
Website: https://www.clinicalhypnosisnj.org/event-6006566
Event Title: Hypnotic Strategies for Evoking the Therapeutic Relationship
Dates: 06/08/2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 6.0
Contact: chsnj1986@gmail.com
Abstract:
In this workshop, we will examine how hypnosis can be strategically utilized to evoke the three components of the therapeutic relationship: transference, the contemporary (‘real’) relationship, and the therapeutic alliance. We will review hypnotic strategies from each of these three components with the goal of differentiating when and how to elicit effect, create containment, and utilize rapport from the relationship to guide the treatment process. Participants will learn how hypnosis can serve as an ‘in-between’ state in which elements of this relational matrix can be utilized to great effect in advancing treatment process and outcome. We will provide applications of hypnosis & the therapeutic relationship in treatment, along with demonstrations.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how hypnosis hastens the development of new perspectives, realities, and understanding in the ‘in-between’.
Formulate 2 hypnotic strategies for evoking transference.
Formulate 2 hypnotic strategies for evoking the contemporary (real) relationship.
Formulate 2 hypnotic strategies for evoking the therapeutic alliance.

ASCH Advanced Workshop: Facilitation and Clinical Use of Mystical Experiences in Hypnosis ‎
2025-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Virtual
June 2025 Advanced Clinical Workshop: Facilitation and Clinical Use of Mystical Experiences in Hypnosis
June 13, 2025 – 10:00 AM ET-2:00 PM ET
Register Here
With the popularity of psychedelic-assisted therapy on the rise, more and more people are seeking a type of intervention that involves powerful and profound experiences used to cultivate lasting change. These experiences are often called “mystical experiences” or “peak spiritual experiences” and typically contain a sense of positive mood, unity, transcendence of time/space, and ineffability. During this workshop presentation, participants will receive a general overview of mystical experiences, review a newly proposed theoretical framework for the clinical use of mystical experiences, and learn about past research on the use of hypnosis to induce mystical experiences. Participants will be invited to participate in a hypnotic procedure designed to facilitate a mystical experience. Results from a recent study aimed at establishing the feasibility of a hypnosis intervention for a mystical experience will be discussed. Participants will also engage in experiential portions where they will design and deliver suggestions for a mystical experience.
At the conclusion of the event, learners will be able to:

Describe what mystical experiences typically entail and what past/recent research says about facilitating these experiences with hypnosis only.
Construct a theoretical rationale for the use of mystical experiences within therapeutic interventions.
Demonstrate the ability to design and deliver suggestions to integrate mystical elements into psychotherapy

Register Here
Speaker Information

Cameron Alldredge, PhD
Dr. Cameron Alldredge is a licensed psychologist and associate research scientist in the Mind- Body Medicine Research Laboratory at Baylor University. He teaches psychology classes on both an undergraduate- and graduate-level and runs a small private practice that focuses on hypnotherapy and non-ordinary states of consciousness. Dr. Alldredge has received multiple awards including APA Division 30’s recognition for ground-breaking early career contributions to the advancement of scientific hypnosis and the Stanley Krippner Award from the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. He has published dozens of scientific articles on clinical hypnosis and has led countless workshops and trainings for the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis and the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis.
Disclosure of Financial Relationships and Mitigation Plan
In compliance with ACCME standards, ASCH ensures the transparency of financial relationships to identify, mitigate, and resolve any potential conflicts of interest.
Disclosure:
Dr. Alldredge has disclosed the following financial relationships within the past 24 months:

Consultant for Mesmerize Application
Author of the book Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy: What You Need to Know

Mitigation Strategies:
To mitigate any potential bias related to these financial relationships, ASCH has implemented the following steps:

An independent subject matter expert will review all presentation materials prior to the event to ensure they are free from bias. Any identified bias will be removed.
The ASCH Education Manager will be present during the live event to monitor for any bias and address it immediately if it occurs.

By taking these measures, ASCH ensures that all educational content is balanced, evidence-based, and free from commercial influence.
Important Notes

Detailed workshop schedules, faculty and other materials will be available to participants, online, two weeks before the start date. Workshop materials will be available in electronic form only.

Approximately one week before the workshop, registered participants will receive a link to a private webpage that will include links to handouts and resource materials. This access will be good for seven days after the workshop has been completed.

Advanced Schedule
(All times listed are in EST. Times are subject to minor changes)

Friday, June 13, 2025
10:00 AM-2:00 PM ET

An agenda with faculty assignments will be sent to registrants approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the live course date.
Register here

Details and Fees

Course
Member
Non-Member
Resident/Intern/Fellow
Graduate Student

Advanced
$200
$300
$150
$150

Registration Instructions
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Continuing Education Hours
Online attendance, full engagement and completion of a pre-test, post-test and daily program evaluations are required for a certificate of completion. This workshop will be approved for 4 hours.
Changing Dates
ASCH will honor one registration transfer. Transfer requests must be made in writing, to education@asch.net, by Monday, June 2, 2025. Change requests after that date will be treated as a cancellation.
Credit Card Payments
Registration payments must be made online and received by June 2, 2025. The ASCH Registrar will send reminders of the due date will in advance. The Registrants seat will be relinquished if payment is not received by this date.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be made in writing to education@asch.net. No cancellations will be taken by phone. Cancellations made by June 2, 2025 will receive a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations made after that date unless the seat can be filled by a waitlisted person.
Clinical Workshop Eligibility
Registrants must be healthcare professionals licensed in their jurisdiction functioning within the scope of their practice.
Students must have completed a minimum of one full semester of the program and must submit proof of full-time enrollment at an ACE-approved institution of higher education on school letterhead that clearly identifies the individual’s program of study, area of concentration (if applicable), level of degree pursued and date of intended graduation.
Full-time residents or interns participating in a recognized residency or internship program may also register to attend at a reduced rate. Residents/interns need to submit correspondence from their supervisor on official letterhead explaining the nature of the residency/internship and the date of intended completion of the program.
Workshop CME & ASCH Continuing Education (CE) Credits
The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) designates this live activity for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ASCH-ERF is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. ASCH-ERF maintains responsibility for the regional workshops. The ASCH Standards of Training Committee has approved all regional workshops as meeting the 4 required for membership and certification requirements.

Courses approved by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis are approved continuing education courses per Florida’s AC-Rule 64B-4-6002 for Social Workers, Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists in the State of Florida.

The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Education & Research Foundation. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 6/1/2022 to 5/31/2025. Provider ID#217022

California Board of Behavioral Sciences Accreditation
Please note that effective July 1, 2015, the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (CBBS) is no longer renewing existing CE provider numbers. ASCH-ERF’s accreditation through CBBS expired on December 31, 2015. BBS licensees now obtain their continuing education through the National Association of Social Workers and the American Psychological Association, among others, both through which ASCH-ERF maintains accreditation.

Fundamentals of Hypnosis (ASCH Level 1) (Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis)
2025-06-20 16:00 - 2025-06-22 17:30 UTC | Virtual workshop
Organization:
Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Website:
https://www.fsch.org/workshops?view=article&id=64:basic-workshop&catid=10
Event Title:
Fundamentals of Hypnosis (ASCH Level 1)
Agenda:
Friday June 20, 2025 4:00 PM-9:00 PM ET
Saturday June 21, 2025 8:30 AM-5:30 PM ET
Sunday June 22, 2025 8:30 AM-5:30 PM ET
Dates:
June 20th-22nd, 2025
Location:

Virtual workshop

CE:
20
Contact:
DrDamis@LouisDamisPhD.com
Abstract:
The Level 1 workshop, the first part of a series of workshops in the certification program for clinical hypnosis, is intended for licensed health professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, dentists, counselors, social workers, and those in related fields. A diverse faculty from a range of health disciplines will teach the principles and process of hypnotic inductions, suggestions, and treatment. The workshop is a mix of didactic presentations, demonstrations, experiential exercises, and faculty-led small group practice tailored to the specific needs and learning styles of each participant. At the conclusion of the workshop participants will have been taught the basic skills required to utilize clinical hypnosis and begin to apply it to their practice.
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of the workshop, the participant will be able to:

Describe the nature of hypnosis and how to present it to a client
Identify major myths and misconceptions
Identify three intrinsic brain networks modified by hypnosis
Describe the relationship of hypnosis to memory and pseudo-memory
Apply three basic hypnotic inductions and three deepening methods
Be able to reorient and re-alert the hypnotic subject
Use hypnosis for relaxation, ego-strengthening, and stress management
Teach self-hypnosis to clients
Identify relevant clinical treatment goals
Demonstrate treatment planning and selection of goals appropriate for hypnotic intervention
Describe contraindications for using hypnosis
Describe ethical considerations around the use of hypnosis

An Advanced Workshop with: Devin Terhune, PhD - Hypnosis: State of the Science (with Clinical Implications)
2025-06-21
Organization: Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Website: msch.us
Event Title: An Advanced Workshop with: Devin Terhune, PhD – Hypnosis: State of the Science (with Clinical Implications)
Dates: June 21, 2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 6.0
Contact: Jennifer Stoos, jstoos@rekindlethespark.com
Abstract:
This workshop aims to introduce attendees to the science of hypnosis, with a focus on state-of-the-art research. The workshop will comprise four subsections on distinct topics, including contemporary research on hypnotic responding and the cognitive neuroscience of hypnosis; the relations between hypnosis, suggestion and psychopathology; current state of the evidence regarding the clinical efficacy of hypnosis; and the relevance of hypnosis and suggestion for scientific research on, and clinical applications of, psychedelics. Each subsection will conclude with a brief consideration of the implications for therapeutic applications of hypnosis. Upon completing the module, attendees will have a good understanding of contemporary developments in the field and be positioned to critically evaluate this work.
Learning Objectives:

Describe recent developments in the measurement of hypnotic responding.
Explain the principal features of predictive processing accounts of hypnosis.
Summarize current knowledge regarding the link between hypnosis and psychopathology.
Evaluate research papers describing clinical interventions involving hypnosis.
Describe the clinical efficacy of hypnosis for different symptoms and conditions.
Assess the role of suggestion effects (hypnosis, placebo, and nocebo) in response to psychedelics.
Identify ways by which hypnosis and psychedelics can be integrated in experimental research and clinical practice.

ASCH Advanced Workshop: Bridging Inner Worlds: Hypnosis for Psychedelic Preparation and Integration
2025-06-21 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Organization: ASCH
Website: Asch.net
Event Title: Bridging Inner Worlds: Hypnosis for Psychedelic Preparation and Integration
Agenda: Click Here
Dates: June 21, 2025
Time: 12:00pm – 3:00pm EST
Location: Virtual
CE: 3 Hours
Contact: info@asch.net
Price: Member: $180; Non-member: $200
Registration Link:
Register Here

Abstract: This advanced workshop delves into the connections between hypnosis and psychedelics, highlighting their shared features and therapeutic potential. We will explore the historical use of psychedelics alongside the growing interest in their modern clinical applications. Drawing on both personal and professional experiences, I will demonstrate how hypnosis can foster openness and readiness for psychedelic experiences and how it can aid in integrating insights post-journey to support lasting personal growth.Through engaging discussions and demonstrations, participants will gain practical techniques and new perspectives to deepen their understanding of hypnosis and its role in enhancing psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy (PAP).
Learning Objectives:
1) State two shared features of hypnosis and ketamine/psilocybin
2) State one difference between a ‘psycholytic dose’ vs a ‘heroic or psychedelic’ dose
3) State one hypnosis technique they can utilize during the preparation phase of PAP to
enhance openness and readiness
4) State one hypnosis technique they can utilize for the integration/post-journey phase to help
clients process insights and solidify personal growth
Speaker Information:
Ciara Christensen, PhD, earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Washington State University in 2012. She is licensed as a Clinical Psychologist in Idaho, Colorado, and Wisconsin, and has extensive experience in both hospital and private practice settings. Dr. Christensen is the former President of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (SCEH) and past President of the American Psychological Association’s Division 30, Society of Psychological Hypnosis. She also served as Editor for FOCUS, the publication of SCEH. Before completing her PhD, she was Managing Editor of the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. Dr. Christensen is widely recognized for her contributions to hypnosis research and practice, having published in peer-reviewed journals and conducted workshops internationally. Her work reflects her commitment to advancing the scientific and clinical applications of hypnosis.
Ciara Christensen has no financial relationships to report within the past 24 months

Gut Feelings Part II: Clinical Hypnosis for Comprehensive Treatment of Disorders of Brain-Gut Interaction.
2025-06-25 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | Virtual
Organization: ASCH
Website: asch.net
Event Title: Gut Feelings Part II: Clinical Hypnosis for Comprehensive Treatment of Disorders of Brain-‎Gut Interaction
Agenda: 8pm-10pm EST
Dates: June 25th, 2025
Location: Virtual
CE: 2.0
Contact: info@asch.net
Price: non-members: $65
Member: $55
Registration Link: https://portal.asch.net/integratedEvents/home/GUT-FEELINGS-PART-II-CLINICAL-HYPNOSIS-FOR-COMPREHENSIVE-TREATMENT-OF-DISORDERS-OF-BRAIN-GUT-INTERACTION

Abstract: Clinical hypnosis has reliably been found to produce both short- and long-term treatment ‎benefits for functional gastrointestinal disorders (i.e., functional dyspepsia, functional ‎abdominal pain, and irritable bowel syndrome). Moreover, as various physiological and ‎autonomic nervous system variables have been found to contribute to these gastrointestinal ‎disorders, they have more appropriately been labeled Disorders of Brain-Gut Interaction ‎‎(DBGI). However, the exact mechanisms of action that result in such hypnotic intervention ‎benefits have remained elusive. ‎
This webinar will review the empirical evidence supporting the effectiveness of various gut-‎directed clinical hypnosis strategies, address possible mechanisms of action, and outline ‎these techniques for participant use. Research will be reviewed on a polyvagal-based ‎hypnotic intervention effective with brain-gut interaction disorders. Moreover, the polyvagal ‎model and this technique are also relevant to treating trauma, fibromyalgia, inflammatory, ‎and other pain disorders. ‎
As the incidence of trauma and childhood adverse experiences is common in DGBI and ‎persistent pain, identification of specific life events contributing to somatic distress and the ‎application of memory reconsolidation update techniques will be reviewed to more ‎comprehensively resolve Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction.‎

Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:‎
‎1)‎ List the relevant diagnostic criteria for two brain-gut interaction disorders.‎
‎2)‎ Cite three references providing empirical support for using clinical hypnosis to treat ‎functional gastrointestinal disorders.‎
‎3)‎ List four hypnotic suggestions that have empirical support for reducing IBS symptoms.‎
‎4)‎ Explain the relationship of the polyvagal theory to brain-gut interaction disorders ‎and outline a relevant hypnotic intervention found to be effective in reducing DGBI ‎symptoms.‎
‎5)‎ Apply the cognitive bridge technique to identify contributing remote experiences.‎
‎6)‎ Apply two memory reconsolidation update strategies for relevant trauma ‎experiences.‎

Ego State Therapy Masterclass
2025-06-26 09:00 - 2025-06-27 16:30 UTC | Virtual workshop
Organization:
Lemke Counseling & Consulting
Website:
https://www.wendylemke-psy.com/est-masterclass
Event Title:
Ego State Therapy Masterclass
Agenda:
DAY 1

9:00 Instructions/Demo/ for first Practice (rapport/info. gathering/safe/stable place or state, hypnotic elicitation, ego strengthening)
9:45 Break
10:00 Practice Group #1 (first round of three)
11:30 Lunch
12:30 Practice Group #1 (second round of three)
2:00 Break
2:15 Instruction/Demo/ for second Practice
2:45 Practice Group Time #2 (first round of three)
4:15 Wrap-up/questions
4:30 Adjourn

Day 2

9:00 Check-in/Questions/Concerns
9:15 Group Practice # 2 (second set of three)
10:45 Break
11:00 Demo and instruction for Practice #3
11:30 Lunch
12:30 Group Practice #3 (first set of three)
2:00 Break
2:15 Group Practice #3 (second set of three)
3:45 Wrap-up/questions
4:30 Adjourn

Dates:
June 26-27, 2025
Location:
Virtual
CE:
12 Hours
Contact:
wendylemkelp@gmail.com
Abstract:
Once you have obtained skills, it can be challenging to integrate them without adequate practice. This course will provide not only practice opportunities but experiential options to facilitate professional growth. ​This group will be primarily experiential with little didactic material. Wendy will provide demonstrations and there will be opportunities for practice in supervised groups including time to process experiential learning.
*Prerequisites: ASCH approved Level 1 hypnosis and ESTNA approved EST1 Foundations training.
Learning Objectives:
Develop and enhance ability to access solutions from states of self through hypnotic techniques such as hypnoprojectives and/or Lemke’s ‘Playing with the Space’ through group practice.
Demonstrate transitions to ego state therapy applications after eliciting trance.
Model competency in accessing and exploring ego states through hands-on practice and case demonstrations.
Utilize ego states as a resource for assisting in a personal growth issue.
Support professional and/or personal growth by providing constructive feedback and support in an intimate learning environment.
