I began my training in hypnotherapy with the LCCH and

The course is both theoretical and practical.

after working as a hypnotherapist for many years I

Practitioners will develop a solid understanding of the

became interested in the cognitive and behavioural

theory and process of CBT. This will involve lectures,

approaches to hypnotherapy. I pursued this interest and

demonstration and experiential work. Part of the course

gained a Masters degree at Goldsmith College in

involves therapeutic work outside the trance state. As the

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). My knowledge

course develops practitioners will learn how to integrate

and confidence as a hypnotherapist grew and I started

their hypnotherapeutic techniques effectively and apply

integrating the two with great results. After running many

them specifically in hypnosis within a cognitive and

Masterclasses on specific topics combining these two

behavioural framework.

styles of therapies and listening to feedback from

students and other therapists, the LCCH felt that it was

This course is designed for qualified hypnotherapists.

time to develop a diploma course for those students

The following are the minimum entry requirements for

qualified in hypnotherapy and with an interest in CBT.

the Diploma in Cognitive and Behavioural Hypnotherapy:

CBT is an action-oriented humanistic approach to

1.

An LCCH diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, or

emotional growth that stresses individuals' capacity for

2.

A diploma qualification in hypnotherapy from

creating, altering, and controlling their emotional states.

other training organisations plus interview.

It places emphasis on the present, on currently-held

attitudes, painful emotions, and maladaptive/

To receive the Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural

dysfunctional behaviours known to sabotage a fuller

Hypnotherapy you will be required to complete a written

experience of life. In other words, it teaches people how

examination paper and submit a written case study.

to overcome the past by focusing on the present. It also

Relevant consent forms would need to be in place for

helps clients to implement healthy and realistic

the submission of the case study. Clinical supervision will

alternatives to current problematic psychological

be available for those wishing to keep a log of their

clinical experience. This is strongly recommended but

not complusory, 8+ tutorials sessions are required.

CBT offers proven techniques for solving problems.

Practitioners work closely with their clients, seeking to

help uncover their individual set of beliefs (attitudes,

expectations and personal rules) that frequently lead to

emotional distress. It then offers a variety of methods to

help people reformulate their unhealthy beliefs into more

sensible, realistic and helpful ones, by employing

powerful techniques. Ultimately, it helps people to

develop a philosophy and approach to living that can

increase effectiveness and happiness in all areas of life.

Most practitioners are hungry to work effectively and with

confidence that is grounded in a powerful psychological

model. This diploma course not only provides this but

also provides a therapeutic structure, clinically sound,

and which enables the practitioner to help client

progress. It also helps practitioners deal with obstacles

that we all commonly face in our practice.