Beginning Ericksonian Hypnosis:

The Academy for Hypnotic Studies' Beginning Ericksonian Hypnosis workshop provides students with a basic understanding of hypnosis, theories of hypnosis and practical experiences in communication, induction, suggestion and awakening techniques. 

The workshop will help you learn:

• The history of hypnosis from ancient Egypt to today.
• Theories of hypnosis, what they mean to the hypnotherapist and how they relate to actual practices.
• Which method of induction is best suited to a variety of individuals.
• How to identify and recognize individual learning strategies by observing eye movements.
• Transference, counter transference and ethical considerations in interpersonal relationships with the hypnotic subject.
• How the mind works in the hypnotic state, i.e., how it understands and functions.
• Ways to build rapport and enhance hypnotic suggestion.
• Direct and indirect techniques of induction.
• Fluid transfer from one technique to another.
• Deepening techniques and proper awakening techniques.

The workshop also provides the student with practical experience in all of the above areas to ensure a sound understanding of the concepts presented in the workshop.

Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for social Workers and LPC's as is certification from the American Board of Hypnotherapy.

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