Self Guided Study

Design, create and produce a recording for self-hypnosis that addresses a specific issue for change. Submit the finished recording with a transcript. This assignment begins in HYP 101 with the expectation that students will submit a polished, professional version by the end of the third Weekend Training (or the beginning of the second Intensive Training Week. The CD will should be packaged and ready for a client to use. Expect to engage several rounds of evaluation, feedback and revision to create a marketable product.

Complete 2 weeks of “Morning Pages,” a form of self-reflection. Journaling makes an important contribution to a process of personal growth and healing within the program. Allowing iHHS faculty to read the journal in part, in whole, or at random demonstrates a level of trust in you and in them.

Create a 10-15 minute Power Point presentation that explains Mind-Brain Consciousness and its connection to Hypnosis. A script is required, but you will use it to prepare yourself, not to read from. Faculty & peers will provide constructive feedback. (HYP 102)

List possible metaphors for helping a client visualize novel solutions to an issue. Script the language you would use to present one of the metaphors to a client. (HYP 104)

List characteristics of a hypnotherapist and write a 2-page self-reflection describing the traits you already have, and how you will acquire those you lack. Peer feedback. (CHT 101)

Describe circumstances under which you would use each test.

Create a Protocol specific to your style and practice it on peers.

Create an audio CD that demonstrates a personal variation of an induction technique. (CHT 202 )

Create a healing protocol for a phobia or fear. Explain the rationale underlying any metaphors; what makes them potentially effective or beneficial to a client?

Practice hypnotic voice and a relaxation technique. (CHT 203)

Create a 10-15 minute oral presentation about a unique aspect of hypnotherapy, and ends with a call to action.