Therapeutic Hypnosis for Anxiety.

An Evidence-Based Approach

This two-day intensive professional training introduces mental-health practitioners to evidence-based principles of therapeutic hypnosis for anxiety and stress-related presentations.

Drawing on the work of Dr. Ernest Rossi, Dr. Dan Siegel, and current neuroscience of neuroplasticity. Participants will learn practical mind-body techniques, immediately implementable.

This training bridges psychology, neuroscience and hypnotic language to empower clinicians with practical, research-supported interventions they can use immediately with clients.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explain the neurobiological mechanisms underlying the mind-body connection.

• Demonstrate basic hypnotic induction techniques activating parasympathetic recovery and nervous system coherence

• Apply hypnotic language patterns that promote self-regulation and cognitive flexibility.

• Use somatic and imagery-based interventions to support clients experiencing anxiety.

Course Content

1. The science of the mind-body connection

2. Foundations of therapeutic hypnosis

3. Ericksonian principles and indirect suggestion

4. Rossi’s psychosocial-genomic model

5. Supervised practice and practical implication of theory

6. Ethical and professional considerations

Delivery Format

• Duration: 2 days (14 CPD hours)

• Delivery: In-person training – Brisbane

• Facilitator: Annelie Peusschers, Psychotherapist/Counsellor & Clinical Hypnotherapist

• Accreditation: Application submitted for PACFA CPD endorsement

Who This Training Is For

Counsellors, Psychotherapists, psychologists, hypnotherapists, and allied health professionals seeking to expand their clinical skills/toolbox with practical hypnosis tools grounded in neuroscience.

Registration

Date to be announced