VirtueBand® hypnosis gastric band practitioner training

50% discount for Hypnotherapy Directory members, bringing the course fee to £149.50

Training as a VirtueBand® Hypnosis Gastric Band Practitioner allows you to offer a deeply holistic and transformative approach to therapeutic care. Rooted in the four core virtues– self-compassion, bodily gratitude, patience, and holistic integration – VirtueBand® goes far beyond being just a virtual gastric band. It empowers clients to create lasting change by aligning their subconscious beliefs with these virtues, addressing challenges like emotional eating, stress, and self-confidence.

As a certified practitioner, you’ll position yourself as an expert in this highly effective method, expand your client base, and elevate your career while helping clients achieve meaningful and sustainable growth in all aspects of their lives.

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

• welcome and introduction
• learning outcomes
• course structure
• how gastric bands work
• drawbacks, disadvantages and contraindications of physical gastric bands
• what is a virtual gastric band?
• does a virtual gastric band suit your client?
• preparation and client care
• VirtueBand® overview – more than a virtual gastric band
• the four “virtues” – self-compassion, bodily gratitude, patience and holistic integration
• session 1 protocol overview
• self-compassion and weight loss
• revisiting and personalising the client’s goals
• discussing dietary requirements
• session 2 protocol overview
• lifestyle and dietary check-in
• introducing the concept of bodily gratitude
• fitting the VirtueBand®
• using scent and sound to enhance the fitting of the band
• creating a client recording
• session 3 protocol overview
• adjusting the band
• the role of patience in sustainable and manageable weight loss
• preparing your client for their final session
• session 4 protocol overview
• reviewing their progress
• reassessing the band’s effectiveness and readjusting if required
• the importance of holistic integration and weight loss goals
• supporting your client in the future
• marketing and fees
• specialisation in weight loss

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

Course structure

The VirtueBand® Virtual Gastric Band Practitioner Training is structured to provide a flexible and comprehensive learning experience for hypnotherapists. Delivered through a combination of video lectures and downloadable resources, including scripts, resources and practitioner guides, the course is divided into clear, self-paced modules. These modules cover the foundation of the VirtueBand® practical hypnosis techniques, client management strategies, and marketing your services.

With lifetime access to materials, interactive assignments, and certification upon completion, the course ensures you gain the knowledge and confidence to effectively implement the VirtueBand® Protocol in your practice.

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