Foundations of Hypnosis: Definitions, Research & Mechanisms
- Definition, theories, and models of modern hypnosis
- Noteworthy research outcomes and benefits
- Debunking myths and misconceptions
- Neurophysiology of hypnosis and why it matters
- Clinical applications of hypnosis research, such as trauma
- Comparing hypnosis outcomes with other therapeutic interventions
Conducting a Hypnosis Session: Step by Step
- Identifying suitable candidates for hypnosis (and when you shouldn’t use it)
- Three foundational hypnosis inductions (and how to choose based on the client)
- Hypnotic suggestions: regulate the nervous system, identify resources, rescript traumatic memories, and reduce distress
- How to open, facilitate, close, and process a hypnosis session
Hypnosis for Trauma (and co-morbid disorders)
- 3 stages of trauma therapy
- Unpacking the “Act of Triumph” for trauma healing
- The effect of hypnosis on the traumatized client
- How “felt” experience can update subcortical brain regions
- Knowing how to choose: meditation, hypnosis or guided imagery for your client?
- Using hypnosis to enhance CBT, and other therapies you use
Hypnosis Interventions for Trauma Treatment
- Techniques for establishing a sense of safety
- Emotional regulation and self-soothing strategies
- Instilling hope, motivation, and positive expectations
- Containment and reducing the distress of traumatic images
- Evoking self-compassion and self-care practices
- Internal resources and strengths-based interventions
- Empowerment techniques for trauma clients
Safely Reprocess Memories with Hypnosis
- Hypnosis for safe memory reconsolidation
- Five-step process for reprocessing trauma memories
- Prevent re-traumatization during memory review
- Techniques for fewer trauma triggers and safe memory recall
- Imaginal rescripting for updating negative beliefs
- Reparenting techniques that treat attachment trauma
- Ego-states and parts work for integration and healing
- Techniques to foster positive post-trauma identity
Ethical Considerations in Clinical Hypnosis
- Culturally responsive approaches, adaptations and considerations
- Staying within the scope of practice
- State regulations and legal requirements
- Understanding per se exclusion rules in hypnosis practice
- Risks, limitations and contraindications


