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Call for Papers - 2026 Annual Conference
77th Annual Workshops and Scientific Program Circuits of Consciousness: Hypnosis, AI, and Psychedelic-Assisted Change October 14-18, 2026 Live online via Zoom - live participation is required. The Call for Papers is now open.
Conference planning has begun.
Annual Conference Call for Papers The Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis invites proposals for Advanced Workshops, Scientific Research Presentations, Symposia and Posters. Submission Deadline - April 15, 2026 with the exception of Poster submissions, which will be accepted on a rolling basis until spots filled or August 1 whichever is earlier. To make a submission, use the form link(s) noted below.
About the SCEH Annual ConferenceThe SCEH Annual Conference 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. View attendance and member eligibility requirements below, Conference ScheduleThe conference schedule is changing for 2026. Please make note of this change when submitting a proposal and planning your participation.
Conference ThemeCircuits of Consciousness: Hypnosis, AI, and Psychedelic-Assisted Change Join us for the 77th Annual Workshops and Scientific Program of the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, themed Circuits of Consciousness: Hypnosis, AI, and Psychedelic-Assisted Change. This year's program explores the dynamic intersections between hypnosis, emerging technologies, and transformative mind–body therapies. We invite submissions that examine hypnosis within non-ordinary states, psychedelic-assisted treatment, or investigate innovative digital tools including AI-enhanced education, apps, and telehealth platforms. We also welcome work that advances clinical applications in trauma, pain management, medical and dental care, palliative care, and child and adolescent practice. Submissions highlighting interdisciplinary collaboration, ethical considerations in virtual practice, or the integration of hypnosis with other therapeutic modalities are strongly encouraged. Explore new avenues that enable us to rewire circuits-- of both human and machine-- to shape the future of consciousness and clinical innovation in healthcare. Overall Conference Co-Chairs:
Event Audience / Who May AttendThe SCEH Annual Conference is designed for clinicians, physicians, researchers and health care professionals who are eligible for Society membership, though you need not be a member to attend. View attendance and member eligibility requirements at: https://www.sceh.us/apply-for-membership
SCEH Policies for Attendees & Presenters Creating Your Proposal & Receiving Submission Notifications Call for Advanced Workshops Call for Scientific Presentations and Posters Submitting a Poster Receiving Submission Notifications Via Email Registration & Presenter Fees Presenter Disclosure Form Student Scholarships SCEH Membership
SCEH Policies for Attendees & PresentersTo participate in this event, all Presenters and Attendees are required to familiarize themselves and agree to comply with SCEH Policies.
Creating Your Proposal and Proposal ReviewHow to Submit All Presenters are required to submit a proposal using our online forms. To do so, click on the buttons below to access the appropriate online form. Timeline for Proposal Review and Notifications to Submitting Presenters Once the Advanced Workshops & Scientific Program Co-Chairs have reviewed submissions, we will notify you via email if your session has been accepted into our Conference. Submission Tips For the best results in submitting your proposal(s), we advise:
Blind Review Process SCEH will follow a masked review process for submissions. All submissions will be reviewed by the Advanced Workshop and Scientific Program Co-chairs without knowing the name of the author(s) or presenter(s), to ensure a fair and impartial review of proposals. As a result, please take care to remove identifying information from your proposal. Thank you. We expect all Presenters to reply to acceptance notifications promptly (within two weeks) so we can confirm your agreement to present at the date and time noted. IMPORTANT: To ensure that you receive notices from the Society, please take a moment now to whitelist our email addresses.
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Call for Advanced WorkshopsAdvanced Workshops Schedule October 14-16 We invite workshops that address our conference theme and/or cover major themes in hypnosis. SCEH workshops are scientifically based and of the highest teaching quality. Please be sure to include demonstrations and practice sessions in your proposal wherever possible. Our attendees frequently ask for more hands practice opportunities, and we consider experiential components an important part of our workshops. Advanced Workshop Formats Please submit workshops of one, 1.5, two and three hour lengths. We will not have any full day Advanced Workshops. Pre-submission Inquiries Pre-submission inquiries can be sent to the Conference Co-Chairs.
Submit an Advanced Workshop Proposal (opens link to form)
Call for Scientific Program ProposalsScientific Program Schedule October 17-18 The Scientific Program includes research presentations, symposia, panels and posters. We invite researchers to submit proposals describing their work on hypnosis and related fields. We especially encourage proposals that address the conference theme or related areas that broaden our understanding of hypnosis. We also invite the submission of abstracts of rigorously conducted case studies, case series and critical reviews. The SCEH Scientific Program supports an atmosphere conducive to constructive criticism and debate. Abstracts will be judged by the quality of the research as well as clarity and transparency. Please make sure that your abstracts uphold the highest level of reporting of scientific findings. Abstract format should follow APA 7th Edition formatting guidelines (https://apastyle.apa.org/instructional-aids/abstract-keywords-guide.pdf). Scientific Program Formats
Pre-submission Inquiries Pre-submission inquiries can be sent to the Scientific Program Chairs.
Submit a Scientific Program Proposal (opens link to form)
Presenting a poster at the SCEH Annual Conference Scientific Program is an excellent opportunity to present either fully completed research studies, clinical case studies and pilot studies as well as preliminary research. SCEH provides a unique venue for presenting and integrating rigorous data-based findings in an atmosphere conducive to constructive criticism and debate. Poster presentations allow authors to concisely present a case report or data that can be easily grasped in this format. Poster presentations often permit more discussion between presenters and attendees and may be especially advantageous for students, clinicians, and new investigators. At the Poster Session, poster presenters gain valuable feedback from leading clinicians and researchers in the hypnosis field, both in group and one on one discussions. Poster presenters gain experience in the poster format and have an opportunity to expand professional relationships.
Direct poster submission inquiries to the Scientific Program Co-Chairs listed above.
Posters will be accepted on a rolling basis until spots filled or August 1, whichever is earlier.
Click on the button below to submit your poster proposal. (This is the same form used to submit Scientific Program proposals.)
Submit a Poster for the Scientific Program (opens link to form)
Registration and Presenter FeesPresenters must register and pay for the conference within two weeks of being notified that their proposals have been accepted. Students, please see Student Scholarships section below. Annual Conference Presenters qualify for discounted registration to the Annual Conference. We view the presentation of workshops and papers at SCEH as both a service and an honor. All presenters must pay the registration fee even if they attend no workshops other than their own. Registration fees allow presenters to take additional workshops, attend the Scientific Program and receive continuing education credits in accordance with their professional board. Registration fees also help the Society to cover necessary conference expenses. Presenters are also able to earn continuing education credit for all sessions they teach or attend. SCEH offers both CE (for psychology and related fields) and CME (for physicians), included in the registration price. The registration rates for the 2026 Annual Conference, including Presenter registration rates, will be announced in early 2026. IMPORTANT: We expect Presenters to register and pay for the conference within two weeks of being notified, and before our conference schedule is released. Presenter Disclosure FormAll Presenters will also be required to complete a financial Disclosure Form as part of our Continuing Education requirements. This will be sent to all accepted Presenters once proposal acceptance notices have been emailed out and acknowledged by recipients, and the educational schedule and details have been finalized.
Scholarships for Students and TraineesLearn more about the SCEH Scholarship Program and how to apply. [Details coming soon.] 2026 Conference Committee
2026 Annual Conference77th Annual Workshops and Scientific Program Call for Papers: Issued January 2026; deadline April 15, 2026
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