2025 Annual Conference

 76th Annual Workshops and Scientific Program

The Future of Healing: Hypnosis in Multidisciplinary Care

October 8-12, 2025 – Live online (Wednesday-Sunday)
     ➢ October 8-9 - Scientific Program
     ➢ October 10-12 – All Workshops

Registration Now Open! Advanced registration is required.  
Registration deadline: October 1, 2025, 5 PM Eastern Time

Conference includes Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced Workshops plus a Scientific Program. Workshops meet accepted Standards of Training in Clinical Hypnosis and count toward SCEH Hypnosis Certification Programs. Both CE and CME offered. Agenda subject to change. Advance registration is required. Register early for the best rates.

Please note that all posted times are in Pacific Time (PT).  Click here for help converting time zones.

About the Conference

The SCEH Annual Conference continues the Society's proud tradition of evidence-based professional development and educational sessions on clinical hypnosis.  The Annual Conference provides attendees the opportunity to explore new topics, learn best practices and tools, gain continuing education credits and engage in vibrant debate with instructors and colleagues. The five-day event includes Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced Clinical Hypnosis Workshops plus a Scientific Program and provides CE and CME. Workshops meet accepted Standards of Training in Clinical Hypnosis and count toward SCEH Hypnosis Certification Programs.  This year's event will be held live online via Zoom. Live participation is required.  

Agenda is subject to change.  SCEH reserves the right to cancel any workshop due to insufficient registration. Bookmark this page for the latest information. 

View complete details in our Conference Brochure.

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Conference Theme: The Future of Healing: Hypnosis in Multidisciplinary Care

Join us for the 76th Annual Workshops and Scientific Program of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, themed The Future of Healing: Hypnosis in Multidisciplinary Care. This year’s program highlights the exciting integration of hypnosis into collaborative healthcare settings. We invite submissions that showcase how hypnosis enhances outcomes in areas such as trauma recovery, pain management, chronic illness, behavioral health, and integrative therapies. We encourage submissions that highlight collaborative research, share clinical applications, introduce innovative techniques, or offer interdisciplinary approaches. Join us in exploring how hypnosis is shaping the future of patient care and advancing the art and science of healing. 

Who May Attend: Event Eligibility

SCEH events are designed for clinicians, researchers and health care professionals who are eligible for Society membership. View eligibility requirements here.

Conference Schedule at a Glance

Note:  All posted event times are in Pacific Time (PT). Click here for help converting time zones.

New this year!  The Scientific Program will take place Wednesday afternoon and Thursday; Workshops will run Friday through Sunday afternoon. 
Please note this schedule change when planning your participation.

Workshops

SCEH workshops teach participants hypnotic theory and practical techniques for immediate use in professional practice. Workshops are scientifically based and of the highest teaching quality. Most workshops include demonstrations and/or practica or other experiential components. Workshops meet accepted Standards of Training in Clinical Hypnosis and count toward SCEH Hypnosis Certification Programs.

The Annual Conference includes Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced Workshops.  

• Introductory (Basic) Workshop in Clinical Hypnosis (Taken as a cohort)
  The Introductory Workshop follows established Standards of Training to provide attendees with a basic background and understanding to begin using hypnosis within the context of their scope of practice. 
  
  

  NOTE: Introductory Workshop Participation is capped at 30 attendees. Register now to secure a spot.

• Intermediate Workshop (Taken as a cohort)
  The Intermediate Workshop, taken as a cohort, can be used toward SCEH intermediate certification requirements or simply to refresh and expand hypnotic skills.

• Advanced Workshops (Choose from a selection of concurrent sessions/topics)
  Advanced Workshops are designed for those who have completed Introductory and Intermediate level clinical hypnosis training and wish to sharpen and refine their hypnosis knowledge and skills.

Scientific Program

The Scientific Program includes Keynotes, Symposia, Research Presentations and a Poster Session.  Sessions address empirical issues in hypnosis research and practice and related areas. Research presentations shine the light on novel empirically based findings, including experimental studies, case reports, clinical trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. Symposia bring together top-notch researchers as they critically discuss empirical findings pertaining to a specific theme of relevance to the hypnosis community. Many symposia integrate research and practice or draw upon research in psychology, psychiatry, or neuroscience to highlight issues that improve our understanding of hypnosis. Our poster session provides another glimpse into the latest research in the field. 

View complete details in our Conference Brochure.

Keynotes

Above, left to right, in order of appearance: Katalin Varga, PhD, DSc; Audrey Van Haudenhuyse, PhD, and Carol Ginandes, PhD, ABPP

Wednesday, October 8 -- 8:00-9:00 AM PT

Psychological Support Based on Positive Suggestions: Possibilities in Various Medical Settings

Katalin Varga, PhD, DSc, Psychologist, Department of Affective Psychology, Eotvos Lorand University, Budapest, Hungary

Wednesday, October 8 -- 9:45-10:45 AM PT 

Modified States of Consciousness: From the Bench to the Bedside of Patients

Audrey Van Haudenhuyse, PhD, Head of the Sensation and Perception Research Group, GIGA Consciousness, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium

Thursday, October 9 -- 9:45-10:45 AM PT

Traveling in the Land of Trance: A Personal Odyssey

Carol Ginandes, PhD, ABPP, Health Psychologist, Private Practice, Watertown, MA, Clinical Associate in Psychology, McLean Hospital, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.

Symposium

Thursday, Oct. 9 -- 8:00-9:00 AM PT                                                                                    

Safety in Hypnosis Research in the Era of Virtual Practice, online APPS, and Virtual Research         

The World is Changing: Research in the Era of Hypnosis Apps, Virtual Research, and Minimalistic Research Protocols 
▪ Moderator: Donald P. Moss, PhD, Professor and Dean, College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences, Saybrook University, Pasadena, CA, West Olive, Michigan, USA 

Safety in Hypnosis Research and Practice: Implications for Training and Education 
▪ Zoltan Kekecs, PhD, Assistant Professor, Institute of Psychology, Department of Affective Psychology, ELTE University, Budapest, Hungary 
 
Defining, Assessing, and Reporting Adverse Events in Clinical Hypnosis Research 
▪ Gary R. Elkins, PhD, Professor, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, Baylor University, Waco, TX, USA  
 
Remotely Delivered Hypnotherapy in Gastroenterology: Advantages and Disadvantages 
▪ Peter Whorwell, BSc, MD, PhD, FRCP, Director of the South Manchester Neurogastoenterology Service, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK 
 
Safe Hypnosis Applications in Vulnerable Populations: Insights from Clinical Research and Cancer Patient Care 
▪ Eva I. Banyai, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Institute of Psychology, Department of Affective Psychology, ELTE University, Budapest, Hungary

Posters

View a list of Accepted Posters.

Networking Events

Please note that we will host the following Networking Events at the end of the day on Wednesday through Saturday.
Please plan your day accordingly so that you can attend to network with colleagues.  Each event is for one hour.

Continuing Education Information – CE and CME

Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Society for Clinical & Experimental Hypnosis.  Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Watch this space for more information on CE/CME.

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DOCUMENTATION OF YOUR PARTICIPATION (OTHER THAN CE or CME):  

If you will need proof of attendance, please complete the online continuing education form we will provide to all attendees during the conference. For proof of event payment, you can log in to your member profile at any time for copies of invoices you have paid.

Conference Registration & Pricing

ALL ATTENDEES AND PRESENTERS MUST FULLY REGISTER BY COMPLETING A CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM.

Registration deadline: October 1, 2025, 5 PM Eastern Time
Please note that your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.  Thank you.

IMPORTANT:  Join BEFORE registering to receive member pricing

To be eligible for member rates, join BEFORE you register to take advantage of member pricing.  Please allow 2-3 weeks for our Membership Committee to review your COMPLETED membership application and REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION attesting to your license, research or student status.  Clinicians must supply a copy of their licenses; researchers and students must submit a letter from their institution verifying their current status.  (See the SCEH membership application form for more details.)  Access the application form and member eligibility details:  www.sceh.us/apply-for-membership.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: In effect to September 8, 2025 -- note that all registration prices above increase by $75 after this date.  Pay before this date to get the best pricing.  Registration rates vary depending on selected package. See below for complete pricing details.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY: Cancellations received on or before September 20 at 5:00 PM EST USA will be issued a refund, minus a $75 processing fee. No refunds will be made after this date. 

CONTINUING EDUCATION - CE AND CME AVAILABLE
SCEH will offer both CE (for psychology and related fields) and CME (for physicians), included in the registration price. Due to the increased costs of offering CME, please note there is a registration price differential for CME. Please refer to the Continuing Education section for details on the continuing education credits offered. To obtain your credits, you will need to complete the required online form that will be provided to all attendees during the event.

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Scholarships for Students and Trainees

Learn more about the 2025 SCEH Scholarship Program and how to apply.

Event Hashtag

Please use the event hashtag -- #SCEH2025 -- in social media posts. Thank you!

Questions? 

Email us at [email protected].

Conference Committee

Overall Conference Co-chairs

• Deanna Denman, PhD - [email protected]
• Jessie (Kittle) Markovits, MD - [email protected]

Introductory Workshop Co-chairs:

• Barbara McCann, PhD
• Shawn Criswell PhD

Intermediate Workshop Co-chairs:

• Cameron Alldredge, PhD
• Nicholas Olendzki, PsyD

Advanced Workshop Co-chairs:

• Jillian Ballantyne, PhD - [email protected]
• Alexandra Chadderdon, PsyD -  [email protected]

Scientific Program Co-chairs:

• Deanna Denman, PhD - [email protected]
• Jessie (Kittle) Markovits, MD - [email protected]

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About SCEH

As its mission, SCEH exists to promote excellence and progress in scientifically based hypnosis research, education, and clinical practice.  The Society’s goal is to grow understanding and clinical applications of hypnosis now and in the future.  SCEH boasts a rich history in hypnosis training and research, and each year presents its Annual Workshops and Scientific Program. As the voice of professional hypnosis, SCEH provides benefits that include: clinical hypnosis educational programs, the International Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, a quarterly newsletter, a mentor program and the ability to network with leaders in the hypnosis community.

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2025 Annual Conference

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