Clinical Hypnosis Seminar

Integrated, experientially oriented sequence with lecture, discussion, demonstration, practice, and assigned readings. Guest speakers with expertise in specific hypnotic applications and populations, and video programs included. Trainees and faculty members in healthcare professions as well as licensed healthcare providers from community (MCEP credit available) encouraged to enroll. For trainees in social work, psychology, and psychiatry, completion of minimum of one year of supervised training in psychotherapy or behavior therapy required. Cultural and historical context for hypnosis; development of technical competence in trance induction, deepening, management, and re-alerting; and gaining familiarity with trance experiences.

S/U grading.