Approved School of the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (ACHE) and The Dave Elman Hypnotherapy Institute (DEHI)
Accredited Hypnosis Certification
for Medical, Dental & Wellness Professionals
A Clinically-Focused Hypnosis Certification for Dentists, Medical Professionals, and Wellness Practitioners Who Want to Improve Patient Outcomes and Expand Their Practice.
A 200-hour accredited training pathway combining structured learning and live supervised mentoring designed to help you confidently integrate hypnosis into patient care, particularly for anxiety management, procedural support, and improved treatment experience.
• 200-hour accredited certification (120 training + 80 live mentoring)
• Designed for clinical and therapeutic application
• Supports patient anxiety reduction and procedural cooperation
• Enhances patient experience and treatment flow
• 2 live mentoring calls per month
• Complete in 3–9 months depending on pace
Built for Professionals Who Operate in High-Trust Clinical Environments
This certification has been developed specifically for professionals who work directly with patients in clinical, dental, or therapeutic settings where trust, communication, and emotional regulation directly impact outcomes.
This program is structured around safe, ethical, and practical clinical application.
• It is designed for professionals who require:
• A structured, supervised learning pathway
• Clear ethical and practical frameworks
• Real-world applicability within patient care
• Accreditation that reflects both theory and supervised practice
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WHY HYPNOSIS IN MODERN CLINICAL PRACTICE?
A Powerful Adjunct Tool in Patient-Centred Care
When applied correctly and ethically, hypnosis can be used as an adjunct to support:
• Reduction of patient anxiety before and during procedures
• Improved patient cooperation in clinical environments
• Enhanced tolerance for discomfort or procedural stress
• Support for patients who struggle with anaesthetic anxiety or fear responses
• Improved recovery experience through reduced stress response
In some clinical contexts, hypnosis may support reduced reliance on pharmacological intervention where clinically appropriate.
This is not alternative medicine.
This is adjunctive patient support training for modern clinical environments.
Designed for Practitioners Who Want to Elevate Patient Experience and Clinical Outcomes
This program is ideal for:
• Dentists working with anxious, phobic, or treatment-avoidant patients
• Medical professionals involved in minor procedures or patient preparation
• Psychologists, therapists, and counsellors expanding clinical toolkits
• Wellness practitioners working with stress, trauma, or emotional regulation
• Healthcare professionals seeking structured, accredited hypnosis training
Particularly relevant if you work with:
• Dental or medical anxiety
• Low tolerance to procedures or discomfort
• Patients requiring emotional regulation support
• Clients where stress impacts treatment success or recovery
The Professional Shift This Program Creates
BEFORE →
• Limited tools for managing patient anxiety
• Reliance on external solutions or referrals
• Difficulties with patient cooperation in procedures
DURING TRAINING →
• Structured hypnosis methodology training
• Supervised live mentoring and feedback
• Real-world application discussions with expert guidance
AFTER →
• Confident integration of hypnosis into clinical or therapeutic practice
• Improved patient cooperation and treatment flow
• Enhanced patient experience and satisfaction
• Greater professional capability within your scope of practice
COURSE STRUCTURE
A Structured 200-Hour Professional Certification Pathway
Total Program: 200 Hours
120 HOURS CORE TRAINING
(Self-paced online modules)
• Foundational hypnosis principles
• Clinical application frameworks
• Ethical practice and scope of use
• Step-by-step technique demonstrations
• Practical exercises and case examples
80 HOURS LIVE MENTORING
(Supervised application)
• Real-time case discussions
• Guided practice and feedback
• Clinical application refinement
• Skill integration into real-world scenarios
LIVE MENTORING
Where Competence and Confidence Are Built
This program includes 2 live mentoring sessions per month.
These sessions are essential to certification and ensure safe, effective integration of hypnosis techniques into professional practice.
Requirements:
• Attendance at 2 mentoring calls per month is mandatory
• Cameras must remain ON during all live sessions
• All sessions are recorded for training, supervision, and educational use
Lead Trainer - Sharon Waxkirsh
BA HONS CHT MHT HBCE
Sharon lectures and teaches the principles and practice of clinical hypnotherapy for health care workers in the UK and the USA.
She is a regular presenter at conferences and seminars for the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (ACHE), IHMDP, the Dave Elman Hypnotherapy Institue (DEHI), the World Aesthetic Congress, the Dental Professionals Association, the British Association for Dental Nurses and the British Dental Technicians Association.
Sharon holds Master Hypnotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, and HypnoBirthing Childbirth Educator certifications.
She is fully insured and registered with the General Hypnotheraphy Register and the ICNM.
HOW THE PROGRAMME WORKS
A Structured Pathway from Training to Clinical Application
1. Enrol and gain access to the full training platform
2. Begin structured 120-hour learning modules
3. Attend live mentoring sessions twice per month
4. Apply techniques under supervision and receive feedback
5. Complete required hours (training + mentoring)
6. Graduate with accredited certification
WHAT YOU WILL BE ABLE TO DO
Practical Clinical Application Outcomes
Upon completion, you will be able to:
→ Integrate hypnosis techniques into patient care safely and ethically
→ Support anxiety reduction in clinical or therapeutic settings
→ Improve patient cooperation during procedures
→ Enhance communication and emotional regulation in patients
→ Operate under structured supervision with confidence
→ Apply hypnosis as a complementary clinical tool within your professional scope
Real-World Application and Practitioner Outcomes
This is not a weekend course. This is not stage hypnosis training.
This is a structured professional certification designed for real-world clinical application.
What sets it apart:
• 200-hour accredited training pathway
• Mandatory live supervised mentoring
• Clinical application focus (not entertainment hypnosis)
• Designed specifically for professionals in healthcare and wellness
• Emphasis on ethical, safe integration into patient care
Common Questions from Practitioners Like You
“Will this actually fit into my existing practice?”
Yes — the training is designed to integrate into real clinical workflows and patient interactions.
“Is this appropriate for medical or dental environments?”
Yes — it is structured specifically for professional healthcare and therapeutic contexts.
“Do I have time to complete this?”
Yes — you can complete the program in as little as 3 months or take up to 9 months.
“Is this accredited and recognised?”
Yes — this is a 200-hour accredited certification combining training and supervised practice.
Professional Training Investment
$4,950
Includes:
• 120-hour structured training
• 80 hours live mentoring
• Accredited certification pathway
• Full supervised learning experience
TERMS AND REQUIREMENTS
To maintain professional standards:
• Attendance at 2 mentoring calls per month is mandatory
• Cameras must be on during live sessions
• All sessions are recorded for training and educational use
• Completion requires both training and mentoring hours
Elevate Your Practice with Structured Hypnosis Training
This certification is designed for professionals who want more than theory, they want real clinical application, supervised learning, and accredited competence.
If you are ready to integrate hypnosis into your professional practice in a structured and ethical way, this program provides the pathway.
EST, 11.00 PST (changes may ocur during the holiday seasons)..9..10.
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