Hypnosis for Pain Management: Effective Techniques for Healthcare Professionals
16oct9:30 pm4:30 pmHypnosis for Pain Management: Effective Techniques for Healthcare Professionals
Event Details
Unlock the potential of clinical hypnosis to enhance pain management in your practice. This course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to integrate evidence-based hypnotic
Event Details
Unlock the potential of clinical hypnosis to enhance pain management in your practice. This course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to integrate evidence-based hypnotic techniques into their patient care. Learn how to use hypnosis as an adjunctive tool to reduce suffering, distress, and discomfort associated with acute, procedural, and chronic pain conditions. This workshop covers the material previously delivered on Module 3.
Delivered through a blend of live online teaching and self-directed study, this course offers practical training in clinical hypnosis, imagery, and suggestion techniques. Whether you’re new to hypnosis or looking to refine your skills, this training will equip you with effective methods to support your patients safely and confidently.
Spaces are limited—register now to secure your place!
It is essential for delegates to have some prior knowledge of clinical hypnosis.
Delegates should have completed appropriate introductory training in clinical hypnosis, such as ‘Adjunctive Clinical Hypnosis: Essential Skills for Healthcare Professionals’ with BSCAH or equivalent.
This knowledge will be required in order to achieve the learning outcomes for these specialised modules.
If you have any queries about the course or your eligibility, please contact Hilary Walker or Ann Williamson
Date: Thursday 16th October 2025 (09.30 – 16.30)
Venue: Online
Cost to non-members: £150
Cost to BSCAH members: £125
Join here to receive the discount
Closing Date: Wednesday 8th October 2025
What is Adjunctive Clinical Hypnosis for Pain Management?
Adjunctive clinical hypnosis for pain management is an evidence-based approach used by healthcare professionals—such as doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and psychologists—to complement conventional treatments. It is particularly effective in reducing pain perception, promoting relaxation, and improving patient outcomes. Unlike hypnotherapy, which is often practiced as a standalone therapy, clinical hypnosis is integrated within a regulated healthcare setting, enhancing medical, dental, and psychological treatments.
Aim of this workshop
To develop and enhance skills, knowledge, and the safe application of adjunctive clinical hypnosis for managing acute, procedural, and chronic pain conditions.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of the module, you will:
- Understand the role of clinical hypnosis in acute, procedural, and chronic pain management
- Have observed and practiced key hypnotic techniques, such as glove anaesthesia and imagery-based approaches
- Have explored ways to integrate clinical hypnosis into clinical practice to support patients/clients in managing pain
CPD Award
This course is accredited by BSCAH and provides 5 CPD credits upon completion.
Course Structure
The training consists of two components:
Live Online Training: Interactive lectures, practical demonstrations, and guided practice sessions.
Non-Compulsory Self-Directed Study: Access to additional resources on the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) for three months. Instructions on how to access BSCAH’s VLE will be emailed to applicants.
| Programme | |
| 09.30 – 10.00 | Introductions |
| 10.00 – 10.30 | Use of hypnosis in acute/procedural pain |
| 10.30 – 10.50 | Glove anaesthesia demo |
| 10.50 – 12.15 | Breakout rooms to practice glove anaesthesia (Including 10 min comfort break approx. 11.30) |
| 12.15 – 12.30 | Q & A |
| 12.30 – 13.30 | Lunch |
| 13.30 – 14.15 | Use of hypnosis in chronic pain |
| 14.15 – 14.50 | Breakout rooms to practice imagery such as control room |
| 14.50 – 15.00 | Break |
| 15.00 – 16.00 | Short presentations – interactive cases |
| 16.00 – 16.30 | Discussion and Q & A |
NB: Students should only treat with hypnosis those conditions that they are qualified to treat without hypnosis
Progression
This course provides a foundation in clinical hypnosis for pain management. For further training, explore BSCAH’s University-accredited Level 6 & 7 course in Clinical Hypnosis, Language & Communication Techniques in Healthcare at Birmingham City University.
2025 CPD Events:
BSCAH is hosting a number of CPD events throughout 2025. Including face to face practical days and specialist modules to provide you with ways to implement hypnosis into your clinical specialism.
- Clinical Hypnosis in Action: Advanced Practical Skills for Healthcare Professionals in London (19/07/2025)
- Hypnosis for Pain Management: Effective techniques for healthcare professionals (16/10/2025)
- Clinical Hypnosis in Action: Advanced Practical Skills for Healthcare Professionals in Liverpool (25/10/2025)
- Resolving Negative Emotions with Drama (22/11/2025)
- Hypnosis for Functional Symptoms: Evidence based approaches for healthcare professionals (12/12/2025)
Please visit https://bscah.co.uk/event-directory/ for a list of events.
Join our BSCAH community
The British Society of Clinical and Academic Hypnosis (BSCAH) supports healthcare professionals to integrate adjunctive clinical hypnosis safely and effectively into their clinical practice. With over 70 years of experience, we offer high-quality training, expert-led workshops, and a supportive professional community for peer support and networking.
Our BSCAH Online Community supports healthcare professionals using clinical hypnosis, helping them move from feeling isolated or uncertain—especially in sceptical environments—to feeling confident and connected. Through peer support, networking, and shared learning, members can refine their skills, exchange ideas, and strengthen the role of hypnosis in healthcare.
As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to build your practical skills to enhance patient care with free monthly webinars, access to evidence-based resources, free peer support groups, and the opportunity to connect with experienced practitioners who utilise clinical hypnosis in their specialism. Whether you’re new to hypnosis or looking to develop your knowledge further, BSCAH provides a welcoming environment to learn and grow.
And many more benefits!
Enquiries: natoffice@bscah.co.uk
Lead Trainer: awilliamson@bscah.co.uk
Limited places available—secure your spot today!
As a safe-guard for clients / patients, we will only train health care professionals who are eligible for membership of BSCAH.
If in any doubt please send your CV to natoffice@bscah.co.uk
Please note that the closing date for this event is: Wednesday 8th October 2025
Cancellation policy: Full refund if cancelled up to 4 weeks prior to event; 50% refund if cancelled 2-4 weeks before the event, no refund if cancelled after this time.
There is a minimum number requirement for this training, and if this has not been reached by two weeks prior to the training, then BSCAH reserves the right to cancel with full refunds given.
Time
October 16, 2025 9:30 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT+00:00)