PORTLAND HYPNOSIS INSTITUTE
Course Curriculum
At the Portland Hypnosis Institute, you'll gain a comprehensive hypnosis education and acquire skills necessary
for professional practice. Upon completion of our program, you'll receive a certificate in hypnotherapy
and qualify as a member of professional hypnosis associations.
Join our in-person hypnosis training or study at your own pace online.
Hypnosis Foundations & Principles
The History of Hypnosis
Theories of Hypnosis
Ethics, Semantics and Laws
Types of Hypnosis
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
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
Professional Associations
Ethics & Boundaries
Office Environment
Liability Insurance
Business Registration
