Diploma in CBT-hypnosis

CBT-Hypnosis combines the evidence-based principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with the transformative potential of hypnosis, creating an approach that is both deeply engaging and highly effective. Rather than relying solely on discussion, worksheets and conscious reflection, CBT-Hypnosis brings the cognitive model to life through imagination, embodied experience and therapeutic hypnosis.

You'll learn how to work with the powerful relationship between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and behaviours in a way that clients can genuinely experience, rather than simply understand. By incorporating safe, carefully guided imaginal exposure, mind-body techniques and hypnotic interventions, clients are able to rehearse new responses, strengthen emotional learning and develop lasting change at a deeper level.

While traditional CBT provides an outstanding framework, its structured format doesn't always resonate with every client or every learning style. CBT-Hypnosis preserves the very best of the cognitive behavioural model while offering a more experiential, flexible and intuitive way of applying it. The result is a modern, powerful therapeutic approach that opens up new possibilities for practitioners working across a wide range of presenting issues.

Our training programs are meticulously crafted to provide cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills that address the evolving needs of your clients. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting your journey, the Academy's courses are designed to ensure you stay ahead in the field of hypnotherapy.

You will receive everything you need to work confidently with your clients, including scripts, client handouts, resources, practitioner guides and a certificate which is externally accredited by the ACCPH and counts for 8 hours CPD.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this diploma in CBT-Hypnosis, you will be able to:

• Understand the history and core principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
• Explain how hypnosis enhances and extends traditional CBT interventions.
• Understand imaginal exposure and the mind-body connection
• Understand the relationship between thoughts, emotions, behaviours and physical sensations.
• Recognise how learned behaviours develop and are maintained.
• Identify automatic thoughts and their impact on emotional well-being.
• Recognise common cognitive distortions and understand their role in psychological difficulties.
• Help clients identify, challenge and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns.
• Set effective therapeutic tasks to reinforce change between sessions.
• Deliver a structured CBT-Hypnosis protocol from assessment through to intervention.
• Apply the Miracle Question to facilitate solution-focused therapeutic change.
• Use the ABCDE model within a hypnotic framework.
• Deliver CBT-Hypnosis scripts safely and effectively.
• Incorporate NLP anchoring techniques to strengthen positive emotional states.
• Use submodality interventions to modify the emotional impact of thoughts and memories.
• Teach clients self-hypnosis techniques to promote independence and long-term change.
• Adapt CBT-Hypnosis techniques for clients who appear resistant, stuck or unable to engage with conventional approaches.
• Integrate cognitive, behavioural, hypnotic and experiential techniques into a cohesive therapeutic approach.
• Apply CBT-Hypnosis confidently across a wide range of common presenting issues.
• Work ethically, safely and within professional standards when using CBT-Hypnosis.
• Successfully complete the course assignments to demonstrate competence and gain certification.

Your course includes: All client scripts, resources, website content, practitioner guides and certification, which equates to 8 hours CPD, externally accredited by the ACCPH.

For more information or to book a place, please email info@academyinnermind.co.uk