Promoting excellence and progress in hypnosis research, education and clinical practice.

The Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (SCEH) is an international association whose mission is to promote excellence and progress in hypnosis research, education, and clinical practice. A distinguishing feature of the Society is our emphasis on empirical inquiry and the evidence-base of hypnosis.

SCEH hypnosis training programs are scientifically based and recognized by professional schools (medical, dental, psychology, social work). We also offer hypnosis certification programs for both clinicians and researchers. Among SCEH member benefits are the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (the Society's quarterly scholarly journal), a quarterly newsletter, networking, hypnosis resources, a mentorship program and book discounts.

Upcoming Events

Will this be the year you learn more about Clinical Hypnosis? Check our our hypnosis training programs.

2022 Annual Conference (Online)
73rd Annual Workshops & Scientific Program
Oct. 12-16, 2022 -- Online #SCEH2022
Introductory, Intermediate & Advanced Workshops plus Scientific Program.
Poster submissions still open. Visit our Call for Papers page to learn more.
Registration to open: Summer 2022
Webinar Series - Live Online or On Demand Recordings
Attend live, or view a recording at your convenience.
Monthly live webinars covering a variety of topics throughout the year plus a library of pre-recorded webinars are also available through our Home Study Courses.
Check out our webpage for upcoming topics and speakers! Learn more.

Free Public Service Webinar:
June 24, 2022 (Friday)

Providing Psychological Support for Refugees and Displaced Populations
9:00-10:30am PT / 11:00am-12:30pm CT / 12:00-1:30pm ET

Visit our Webinar Series page to learn more and register.

Providing Psychological Support for Refugees and D

Supported Events

SCEH is a constituent society of the International Society for Hypnosis (ISH) and is pleased to alert you to the following upcoming events.

June 10 & 11, 2022
ISH Krakow/Online Event
9:00 AM - 1 PM ET / 3:00 - 8:00 PM CEST
Making Connections in Critical Times
Event includes clinical keynotes, research keynotes, workshops, and virtual (social) fun.
ALL SCEH members are invited and can register for free; donations accepted,
Sign up via the ISH website here.

September 1, 2022 (Thursday)
ISH Coffee with the President co-hosted by SCEH
Discussion with Mark Jensen, PhD, ISH President, and Ciara Christensen, PhD, SCEH President
12 noon – 1 PM Eastern Time
There is no charge to attend.
Sign up via the ISH website here.

Logging in to your Profile

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Become a Member

We invite qualified health care professionals to explore membership. Members receive discounted registration for events and these membership benefits.

SCEH Hypnosis Certification Programs

SCEH Certification provides a standard of excellence and dedication for the practice of clinical hypnosis and for the use of hypnosis in research and academic teaching. SCEH offers three programs:

Certification in Clinical Hypnosis (CCH)
Certification in Academic and Research Applications of Hypnosis (CARH)
Certification by Prior Experience (CPE)

Learn about SCEH Hypnosis Certification Programs.

Resources for Coping with Covid-19

List of Resources

SCEH has put together a list of resources for dealing with the Anxiety and Stress of Covid-19. View it here.

FREE Public Service Webinar for Members on Covid-19:

Supporting Optimal Coping with the Anxiety and Stress of the Covid-19 Pandemic

SCEH offered this webinar twice in April of 2020 in cooperation with the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, as a public service for our members and students, faculty, staff and instructors at TCSPP, Saybrook University, University of Washington, and Baylor University. There is no cost to attend. This program offers 1.5 APA CE for Psychologists and 1.5 BBS CEU for Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Workers. Thank you to our fantastic Presenters and all who participated. See our Webinars page to learn how you can view the webinar recording.

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