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Course Curriculum

At the Portland Hypnosis Institute, you'll gain a comprehensive hypnosis education and acquire knowledge related to the professional practice of hypnosis. Upon completion of our program, you will receive a certificate in hypnotherapy and qualify as a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Choose between our in-person hypnosis training or study at your own pace online.
Adult Students

Hypnosis Foundations & Principles 

The History of Hypnosis

Theories of Hypnosis

Ethics, Semantics and Laws

Hypnotherapy Modalities

Assessing Client Suggestibility

The Pre-Induction Interview

The Science of Hypnosis

Hypnotic Inductions

Strategies to Deepen Trance

Contraindications

Hypnotic Techniques and Strategies:

Structuring Hypnotic Suggestions

Post-Hypnotic Suggestions 


Ericksonian Hypnosis

Anchoring for Lasting Results

NLP (NeuroLinguistic Programming)

The Elman Method

Hypnotic Metaphors

Direct vs Indirect Approach

Future Pacing

Parts Integration

Releasing Resistance

Debriefing & Reintegration

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Image by Marcos Paulo Prado
Image by Marcos Paulo Prado

Practical Applications

Stress Relief
Sleep Improvement
Weight Loss


Confidence

Nicotine Cessation

Habit Changes

Fitness Motivation


Pain Management
Releasing Fears

Elements of a Professional Practice

Client Intake Forms

Scope of Practice
Record Keeping

Creating a Niche

Receiving Referrals

Professional Associations

Ethics & Boundaries

Office Environment
Liability Insurance

Office service
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