Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy

Hypnotherapy is one of the most effective of complementary therapies. In this course the student will learn how to successfully treat a wide range of psychological and psychosomatic problems. This course is not for the novice and is expected that the student has already studied a basic course in some aspect of hypnotherapy at Certificate leve.l. In the case where this is not so entry to this course can be obtained by first taking the course in Past Life Therapy.

Hypnotherapy can have a positive effect in the treatment of a variety of physical and psychological conditions ranging from stress-related illnesses to allergies, skin problems, migraine, high blood pressure, weight loss, self defeating lifestyles, and the control of chronic pain as occurs in arthritis and other degenerative diseases.

Hypnotherapy is also recognised as extremely helpful in the treatment of unwanted dependencies such as smoking and alcohol consumption. Neurotic conditions such as vertigo and fear of flying are also susceptible to Hypnotherapy, as are the management of personal crises such as bereavement and redundancy. On a more general level, hypnotherapy can be very helpful in optimising personal well-being and achieving 'personal growth'.

Course Contents

The Human Mind –

Hypnosis, Suggestibility, and Induction Techniques.

The Conscious and the Unconscious and the current view of the mind.

Definition of the Hypnotic State –

Assessing the 'suggestibility of the subject'. Methods of inducing the light hypnotic state.

Therapeutic Intervention –

Techniques for moving the subject into a deeper hypnotic state. Directing action to the subconscious mind. Post-hypnotic suggestion.

Hypnotic Suggestion or Psychoanalysis? –

Discussion on the application of suggestion and the application of free-association analysis.

The Application of Suggestion –

Using the Hypnotic state to implant suggestions. Developing and using scripts.

Examples of Suggestion Therapy –

How a suggestion session is structured. Examples of suggestion therapy.

Regression Therapy –

The application of Regression Therapy. Discussion of Time Regression and Past Life Regression.

Sexuality, Anxiety & Repression –

Freud and the inextricable link between sexuality and fear.

The Application of Hypno-Analysis –

The basics of Hypno-Analysis. Transference and Countertransference.

Examples of Hypno-Analytical Therapy –

Managing a typical clinical session.

Analysis of Dreams –

Why do we dream? What can we deduce from dreams?

The Client –

Meeting, Greeting and Managing the consultation. Preliminary discussion. Obtaining the full facts and case history from your client. Accurately assessing your clients needs. Building a Rapport and a Trusting Relationship. Motivating the client to listen to themselves. Initiating the process of change.

Relaxation Techniques & Treating Stress –

How to reduce stress and create relaxation. Teaching the client to use self-hypnosis as relaxation therapy.

General Practice –

General notes on typical practice approaches with your clients to assist with a wide variety of ailments.

[ As with all my training courses, if you require practical training then this is available from me in Colchester on a one-on-one basis ]