clinical hypnosis training online

    Clinical Hypnosis training

    If you are interested in learning Clinical Hypnosis, this comprehensive online course will take you to a level at which you can competently and safely hypnotise another individuals for therapeutic benefit.

      

    The training was designed by Ursula, and presents similar material to that taught by her at 15 medical schools.

     

    The course is suitable even if you have no experience in hypnosis, as you will learn the fundamental principles and build on these with each level in order to become a competent hypnotherapy practitioner.

     

    How It Works

     

    • Step 1: Choose your Level — Foundation, Hypnotherapy Skills, or Clinical Hypnosis
    • Step 2: Pick your Pathway — CPD Online-Only or GHR-Accredited
    • Step 3: Enroll and start learning immediately!

    Flexible rolling enrolment means you can start anytime and study at your own pace.

     

    Three levels of training…

    Foundation:

    Your introduction to hypnosis — ideal for personal development, CPD, or the first step to becoming a practitioner.

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    Hypnotherapy

    Take your skills further — develop practical hypnotherapy techniques for real client issues.

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    Practitioner

    Master advanced methods for complex cases and complete your General Hypnotherapy Register requirements.

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    Two ways to study…

    All three course levels are offered in two pathways, so you can choose the one that best fits your goals.

    Pathway 1: CPD Online-Only

    100% self-paced learning — videos, audios & downloadable resources

    Perfect for CPD, supplementary study, or a personal introduction to hypnosis

    No tutor interaction required — start anytime, anywhere

    Completion certificate (not valid for professional practice)

    Best for: Students wanting CPD hours, personal development, or a taster before committing to practitioner training.

    Pathway 2: GHR-Accredited (Pending)

    Fully structured with tutor interaction, feedback, and formal assessment

    Peer practice pods, recorded submissions, and final evaluations

    Meets General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR) standards for practitioner accreditation

    Earns you tutor contact hours towards the 120-hour GHR requirement

    Accredited certificate valid for professional practice

    Best for: Students aiming for full professional practitioner status with live tutor feedback and observed practice.

    Choose Your level

    foundation

    LEVEL 1: 

    Your introduction to hypnosis — ideal for personal development, CPD, or the first step to becoming a practitioner.

     

    What you’ll learn:

    • History, theory & definitions of hypnosis
    • Self-hypnosis: theory, benefits, daily practice
    • Managing misconceptions & common client FAQs
    • Trance states, mindfulness & susceptibility tests
    • How to deliver a basic hypnosis script
    • Practical: teach self-hypnosis to another person
    • Ethics & professional boundaries
    • Reflective journaling & quizzes
    • Access to podcasts, recommended books & audio resources


    Entry Requirements:
    No previous experience required.
    Open to anyone with an interest in hypnosis, self-development or adding CPD hours.

    Pathway 1: Fully self-paced online modules (CPD)
    Pathway 2: Includes peer practice pod, tutor feedback on recordings, final induction assessment — 20 tutor contact hours credited

    👉 [More Details - Foundation]

    👉 [Book your course - Foundation]

     

    hypnotherapy

    LEVEL 2:

    Take your skills further — develop practical hypnotherapy techniques for real client issues.

     

    What you’ll learn:

    • Core therapeutic frameworks: CBH, SFH, Ericksonian & Regression
    • How to structure a complete hypnotherapy session
    • Script adaptation for each client
    • Treating stress, confidence, fears & phobias
    • Case formulation & client intake
    • Practical sessions: visual, auditory, kinaesthetic scripts
    • Intro to NLP techniques in hypnotherapy
    • Reflective journaling, quizzes & sample cases

    Entry Requirements:

    Completion of Level 1 (or equivalent).

    English language skills to participate in practice & assignments.

    Willingness to do peer practice (Pathway 2).

     

    Pathway 1: Pre-recorded modules, self-guided (CPD)

    Pathway 2: Adds peer practice, case study, tutor feedback, forum, final session assessment — 50 tutor contact hours credited

     

    👉 [More Details - Hypnotherapy]

    👉 [Book your course - Hypnotherapy]

     

    Email: training@ursulajames.com for details

    clinical hypnosis

    LEVEL 3: 

     

    Master advanced methods for complex cases and complete your GHR contact hour requirements.

     

    What you’ll learn:

    • Clinical hypnosis vs traditional hypnotherapy
    • Advanced interventions: parts therapy, glove anaesthesia, timeline therapy, age regression, systematic desensitisation
    • Working with chronic pain, trauma, depression
    • Memory work, cognitive restructuring, dissociation, future pacing
    • Amnesia, IMR, hypnoanalysis, rapid inductions
    • Matching clients to advanced protocols
    • Legal & ethical considerations
    • Demonstration videos & content-free techniques
    • Final advanced recorded session for assessment

     

    Entry Requirements:

    Completion of Level 2 (or equivalent).

    Suitable for students moving to full professional practice.

    Commitment to advanced peer practice and recording submissions (Pathway 2).

    Pathway 1: Advanced modules, quizzes, reflection tasks (CPD)

    Pathway 2: Adds advanced submissions, supervision log, client matching, final assessment — 50 tutor contact hours credited

     

    👉 [More Details - Practitioner]

    👉 [Book your course - Practitioner]

     

    Email: training@ursulajames.com for details


    Choose Your Training Pathway

     

    Pathway 1: Online-Only
    Our Online-Only Pathway is perfect for those who want flexible, self-paced study for personal interest or Continuing Professional Development (CPD). You’ll have access to the full online curriculum, including videos, audios, quizzes, and downloadable resources. This pathway does not include tutor assessment or live practice sessions. On completion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion (not valid for practitioner accreditation).

    If you begin with Pathway 1, you can switch to Pathway 2 (GHR-Accredited) anytime — just complete the extra tutor-supervised practice and assessments to meet GHR standards.

     

     

    Pathway 2: GHR-Accredited (Applied For)
    Our GHR-Accredited Pathway includes everything in the Online-Only option plus structured tutor contact hours, live practice, peer feedback, and final practical assessments. This pathway meets the General Hypnotherapy Register’s (GHR) standards for practitioner accreditation. On successful completion, you’ll receive a Certificate recognised for GHR registration, enabling you to practise as a Clinical Hypnotherapist.

     

     

    Not Sure Where to Start?

     

    If you’re unsure which level or pathway best suits your background or goals, we’re here to help!

    Email us at training@ursulajames.com

    WhatsApp: 07970 660 371

     

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    1 Select your Level

    2 Pick your Pathway

    2 Enroll and start your learning journey today!

     

    If you are already employed by a Mental Health Charity or similar, a number of free places are available.

    Prefer a taster?

    Learn how to use Self-Hypnosis as a tool for relaxation, personal development and performance enhancement in this FREE online course

     

    Discover what hypnosis is and what you can use it for.

     

    Learn how to create powerful, positive suggestions

    for your own benefit.

     

    Learn how to practice self-hypnosis.

     

    Sign up here to get instant access.