Certificate Course
Ericksonian & Solution-Oriented Hypnosis
A Certificate Course to Master a Gentle and Powerful Non-Conscious Healing Modality (50 CE Hour Certification Program)
with Bill O'Hanlon, MS
Ericksonian & Solution-Oriented Hypnosis
A Certificate Course to Master a Gentle and Powerful Non-Conscious Healing Modality (50 CE Hour Certification Program)
$812
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- ✓164 lessons across 12 modules
- ✓15 CE post-tests (80% pass threshold)
- ✓Downloadable PDF resources and trance scripts
- ✓Completion certificate — 50 CE hours
- ✓Lifetime access, learn at your pace
What you will learn
- ✓Identify the key components of O'Hanlon's translation of the structure of the late Dr. Erickson's approach to hypnosis, with a focus on the differences between Traditional vs. Ericksonian/Solution-Oriented hypnosis
- ✓Describe the Ericksonian/Solution-Oriented approach to trance induction; including core elements of permission, inclusion, orientation, alternatives, splitting, linking, and more
- ✓List the different components of trance phenomena
- ✓Utilize O'Hanlon's '4 Doorways' approach to hypnotic trance state
- ✓Analyze several concepts and techniques integral to the Ericksonian approach to clinical hypnosis
- ✓Evaluate multiple demonstrations of Ericksonian hypnosis application across diverse issues and populations
- ✓Assess the extended application of Ericksonian hypnosis through recorded coaching calls with students of the approach
- ✓Compare areas of current research on the efficacy of hypnosis in a variety of treatment contexts
Who this course is for
- →Psychologists, counselors/psychotherapists, and other helping professionals (instructional level: Advanced; introductory and intermediate learners welcomed)
- →Mental-health professionals seeking 50 CE clock hours through a home-study certificate program
- →Clinicians looking to add a gentle, evidence-aligned, non-directive hypnosis modality to their clinical toolkit
- →Practitioners already trained in solution-focused or brief-therapy models who want to extend their work into trance states
- →Licensed professionals (medicine, nursing, counseling/psychotherapy, etc.) who want to qualify for NBCCH Hypnotherapist certification
- →Practitioners unlicensed at the state level who want to meet the NBCCH Certified Hypnotist education standard
Course curriculum
164 lessons across 12 modules · 50 CE hours
- Accessing Course (After Purchase)
- Certification with the "National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists" (NBCCH)
- About course material & structure
- Introduction to Module 11:29Preview
- Get the "Teachable App" for course access on iPhone/iPad
- References to "Coaching Calls," "Comment Board," & "Homework" (Retired Sections)
- Let us know about broken links/videos
- Copyright on external material
- Books for More In-Depth Learning2:19
- 1.1 Intro to Solution-Oriented Hypnosis 1: Permissive vs. Directive13:14Preview
- Trance for getting the most out of this course
- 1.2: Evocation vs. Suggestion5:55
- 1.3: Aims of Ericksonian vs. Traditional Hypnosis6:09
- Meetings With a Remarkable Man
- Trance indicators (PDF)
- Ericksonian Bibliography (PDF)
- 1.4: The Making of a Master: Milton Erickson35:22
Bill O'Hanlon, MS
Author, Psychotherapist, Teacher
Bill O'Hanlon, MS, is one of the world's leading teachers of Ericksonian hypnosis and solution-oriented therapy. He trained directly under Milton H. Erickson, MD, in Phoenix, Arizona — one of only a small number of therapists to do so — and has been teaching and refining Erickson's approach for over four decades.
He is the author or co-author of more than 40 books on brief therapy, hypnosis, trauma, and possibility therapy, published in 17 languages. His titles include In Search of Solutions, A Brief Guide to Brief Therapy, and Mind-Body Erickson Hypnosis, among many others.
O'Hanlon is the originator of Solution-Oriented Therapy, which influenced the development of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and continues to teach internationally at conferences, workshops, and online programs for licensed mental-health professionals.
He has appeared on Oprah, the Today show, and dozens of other media outlets, and is recognized by the American Counseling Association and other professional bodies for his contributions to the field.
Continuing education accreditation
Continuing education is provided and accredited by PsychMaven (Narrative Resources, LLC), NBCC ACEP No. 6624. Provider number: ACEP No. 6624.
Current approvals (partial list)
- ✓NBCC — National Board for Certified Counselors (NCC, NCMHCE)
- ✓APA — American Psychological Association (pending confirmation)
- ✓Tennessee SW / LPC / LMFT boards (pending confirmation)
- ✓NBCCH — National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists (completion certificate eligible)
Always verify current approvals with your licensing board. This list is updated periodically.
What practitioners say
“I had been wanting to do this course with Bill for years! It finally came together when the course was offered with PsychMaven. I have taken many courses in both NLP and hypnosis over the past 20 years, and I have to say, Bill's course was just awesome! One of the things that most stands out for me about this course, is its multi-leveled development of hypnosis skills building. Someone new to hypnosis can find themselves with the perfect starter-kit to get them up and running, quickly and easily into using trance. While a more advanced practitioner would be impressed by the way the material allows them to build onto and incorporate their experience, not to mention Bill's incredible language patterns! This course helped me put together all the pieces I have been collecting and practicing over the years into a usable creative framework. I cannot thank Bill and PsychMaven enough for offering this in a format I could do at my own pace!”
“The course was great and I loved hearing stories about Milton Erickson. Bill was able to deconstruct Erickson's work and maintain the magic that is Erickson. That is the mark of a great teacher!”
“Bill O'Hanlon's course with PsychMaven was taught in a clear, fun, dynamic manner - while also presenting, in depth, highly useful, hands on skills that can be immediately and directly applied. Also, such fabulous, relevant metaphors and multi-faceted stories. Bill has the personality, the skills, and years of powerfully relevant experience to be an amazing teacher. And he was! I highly recommend this course to those who want a strong and practical training for non-directive and effective hypnosis.”
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Frequently asked questions
When does the course start and finish?⌄
This becomes available to new students during our open enrollment launches. This is a home-study course that can be done at your own pace. After you purchase the course, you will have Lifetime Access to all course material for you to complete when convenient in your schedule in the enrollment time.
How much do I need to already know about hypnosis to do this program?⌄
Even though this is an advanced-level course, it is intended help inform the curious practitioner through a lot of practical lectures, the sharing of in-depth research, and the presenting of thorough examples through recorded live demonstrations of Ericksonian and Solution-Oriented Hypnosis. So even if you are beginning this program with limit experience in hypnosis, it is still a great place to start. And if you are a more experienced practitioner/student of hypnosis, this an exhaustive program on the particulars of Ericksonian and Solution-Oriented approaches that is designed at an advanced level and is meant to lead to a full certification.
I have bought Bill's 42 CE hour course that was just called "Ericksonian Hypnosis." Is this a different course?⌄
Great question! That previous version of the course has now been repackaged as this course called 'Ericksonian & Solution-Oriented Hypnosis.' The core of these 2 courses are the same, but this updated version includes an additional 8 hours of continuing education (CE) so that this single course will now qualify for certification under the National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists (NBCCH). However, if you enrolled in the previous version of the course (the one simply titled 'Ericksonian Hypnosis'), you do not need to enroll in this latest version of the course, as PsychMaven is making the additional 8 hours of CE material and credit available for free to students who have bought this previous course with PsychMaven. If you bought this previous version of the course, see the beginning of the course lectures in that program for information.
I have bought Bill's 14.5 CE hour course that was called "The Solution-Oriented Approach." Is this a different course?⌄
Another great question! This is a completely different course. The course that Bill has with PsychMaven called 'The Solution-Oriented Approach: A Radically Simple and Powerful Method of Creating Rapid Change.' is a briefer course, and one that is all about non-hypnotic approaches to change work. A totally different course.
How long do I have access to the course?⌄
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this home-study course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?⌄
At PsychMaven, we deeply desire for students to have a positive course experience. And as a part of this, we want students to feel good about their decision in purchasing a course with us, and for them to know that they can purchase without risk. If you enroll in the course, and then decide that it is not a good fit, just reach out before 14-days after your purchase, and we will gladly give you a full refund.
Does this course offer continuing education (CE) credit?⌄
Yes! The course offers a huge 50 approved continuing education (CE) clock hours under multiple CE approval organizations (as listed in the course description above) and can cover the approval needs of many mental health/professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, clinical social workers, psychologists, and addiction professionals. However, all students are responsible for confirming if the CE approval of this course meets their CE needs. We can offer you further information about PsychMaven's CE approvals and resources, by visiting us at www.psychmaven.org/ce-approval
How much does this course cost?⌄
During open enrollment windows for new students, the course is available for $812 (USD) for lifetime access to all the material. Also, different payment plan options are available to many of our students.
Will taking this course certify me as a Hypnotherapist?⌄
Completing this course will allow you to meet the education qualification for certification under the National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists (NBCCH), but you must still become a member of NBCCH and apply for certification; their information can be found at www.nbcch.com. Under NBCCH; members licensed in a healthcare profession (medicine, nursing, counseling/psychotherapy, etc.) may Certify as 'Hypnotherapists.' Members unlicensed in their state are recognized as a 'Certified Hypnotist.'
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Earn 50 CE hours, add a powerful clinical modality to your practice, and receive your certificate — all on your own schedule.
If you enroll in the course, and then decide that it is not a good fit, just reach out before 14-days after your purchase, and we will gladly give you a full refund.