2023 Annual ConferenceAnd that's a wrap! Thank you to all our attendees, volunteers, presenters and keynotes! 
Unlocking the Power of Mind: Advances in the Science of Hypnosis October 4-8, 2023 Live, online #SCEH2023 Please note that all times are in Pacific Time (PT). Click here for help converting time zones. Registration has closed. 10/2 update for Registered attendees: A Final Event Confirmation has been emailed to all registered attendees. 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; we regret we can not accommodate late registrations.
IntroductionThis year’s Annual Conference continues SCEH’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." Agenda is subject to change. SCEH reserves the right to cancel any workshop due to insufficient registration. Bookmark this page for the latest information.
Conference ThemeOur 2023 conference theme, Unlocking the Power of Mind: Advances in the Science of Hypnosis, reflects the Society’s continued emphasis on advancing both research and practice. The theme considers the wide range of research questions that arise from studying hypnosis as a route to broadening our fundamental understanding of clinical hypnosis and its practical applications. Presentations on emerging science, clinical hypnosis techniques/therapeutic uses and their benefits, experiencing consciousness, beliefs and suggestion are some of the few examples captured in this year’s conference theme. We are excited to bring individuals together to expand learning and share knowledge about hypnosis and the brain-body connection, as well as further reinforce how and why integrating the use of hypnosis clinically enhances treatment outcomes. We invite workshop proposals supported by research findings, and scientific program submissions ranging from basic research findings to outcome data broadly relevant to hypnosis.
Who May Attend: Event EligibilitySCEH events are designed for clinicians, researchers and health care professionals who are eligible for Society membership. View eligibility requirements here.
Conference Schedule at a GlanceOur conference includes Workshops across three levels, a Scientific Program and networking activities. Note: all times are in Pacific Time (PT). Click here for help converting time zones.
* Introductory and Intermediate Workshop co-hort attendees: Refer to the conference registration form for information on signing up for an optional Hypnosis Research Workshop at no additional charge. This session, Advanced 308, is part of the Advanced Workshops.
Conference ProgramPlease refer to the Conference Program (PDF) for complete event details. It has an easy to use Table of Contents.
WorkshopsSCEH 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.
Please refer to the conference brochure for complete information on all conference workshops.
Scientific ProgramThe 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. Please refer to the Conference Program for details on the Scientific Program, including an agenda and session descriptions.
Keynotes
Saturday, October 7, 2023 9:45-10:45 AM PT Physiological Correlates of Hypnotizability Enrica Santarcangelo, MD, PhD, University of Pisa, Pisa Italy
12:45-1:45 PM PT A Functional Model of States of Consciousness: Integrating Social Cognitive and State Theory Stephen Lankton, LCSW, DAHB, FASCH; Editor-in-Chief - American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis; Fellow, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis; Diplomate & President Emeritus, American Hypnosis Board for Clinical Social Work; Emeritus Clinical Member, International Transactional Analysis Association
Sunday, October 8, 2023 9:45-10:45 AM PT Are there Core Competencies at Work? Addressing the Procedural Nihilism of Ericksonian Therapy and the Polymorphism of Hypnosis Dan Short, PhD, Sonoran University of Health Sciences, Tempe AZ
PostersView a list of Accepted Posters.
Continuing Education Information – CE and CME
Society for Clinical & Experimental Hypnosis Joint Accreditation Statement I
Physicians (ACCME) Credit Designation Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 21.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Psychologists (APA) Credit Designation This cour
The following state boards accept courses from APA providers for Counselors: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MO, NC, ND, NH, NE, NJ, NM, NV, OK*, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WY
MI: No CE requirements.
*OK: Accepts APA credit for live, in-person activities but not for ethics and/or online courses. The following state boards accept courses from APA providers for MFTs: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, MD, ME, MO, NE, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, OK*, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY AL MFTs: Credits authorized by NBCC or any other state licensing agency will be accepted. MA MFTs: Participants can self-submit courses not approved by the MAMFT board for review.
The following state boards accept courses from APA providers for Addictions Professionals: AK, AR, CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, IA, IN, KS, LA, MD, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NM, NY (held outside NY ONLY), OK*, OR, SC, UT, WA, WI, WY
The following state boards accept courses from APA providers for Social Workers: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, ID, IN, KY, ME, MN, MO, NE, NH, NM, OR, PA, VT, WI, WY
Social Workers (ASWB) Credit Designation
As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Amedco is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Amedco maintains responsibility for this course. Social Workers completing this course receive 21.75 GENERAL continuing education credits.
The following state boards accept courses offering ASWB ACE credit for Social Workers: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK*, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI, WV*, WY
*OK: Accepts ASWB ACE for live, in-person activities but not for ethics and/or online courses.
*WV: Accepts ASWB ACE unless activity is held live in West Virginia. The following state boards accept courses offering ASWB ACE credit for Counselors: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, ME, MO, ND, NE, NM, NH, NV, OK*, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WY AL: Activities without NBCC approval may be approved upon receipt of documentation prior to the activity BEFORE the event. No approvals afterward by the board.
MI: No CE requirement
The following state boards accept courses offering ASWB ACE credit for MFTs: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, MD, ME, MO, NC, NE, NH, NM, NV, OK*, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WY
AL MFTs: Credits authorized by NBCC or any other state licensing agency will be accepted.
MA MFTs: Participants can self-submit courses not approved by the MAMFT board for review. MI: No CE requirement.
The following state boards accept ASWB ACE credit for Addictions Professionals: AK, CA, CO, CT, GA, IA, IN, KS, LA, MO, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SC, WA, WI, WV, WY
New York Board for Social Workers (NY SW) Amedco SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #0115. 21.75 hours.
New York Board for Mental Health Counselors (NY MHC) Amedco is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0061. 21.75 hours.
New York Board for Marriage & Family Therapists (NY MFT) Amedco is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists. #MFT-0032. 21.75 hours.
New York Board for Psychology (NY PSY) Amedco is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0031. 21.75 hours.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 & PricingALL ATTENDEES AND PRESENTERS MUST REGISTER AND COMPLETE A REGISTRATION FORM. 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 4, 2023 -- note that all registration prices above increase by $75 after this date. Pay before September 4 to get the best pricing. Registration rates vary depending on selected package. See conference brochure for complete pricing details. BOTH CE AND CME AVAILABLE. SCEH will offer both CE (for psychology and related fields) and CME (for physicians), which are included in the registration price. Due to the increased costs of offering CME, there is a registration price differential for physicians.
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