Home About the Center Endorsements Frequently Asked Questions CD Collection Course Outline Uses of Clinical Hypnosis Published Articles & Links Schedule an Appointment The Hypnosis Certification Course Instructor: Zev Ballen, LCSW Introduction to the Course Misconceptions and Fears about Hypnosis History and Overview of the Field of Hypnosis Definitions of Hypnosis Understanding the process of hypnotizing Definitions of Hypnosis Theories of Hypnosis The Hypnotic Induction Process Developing Observational Skills Recognizing the signs of hypnosis Demonstration of Hypnosis Practicing the language of Hypnosis Principles of giving suggestions Taking advantage of the “everyday” hypnotic state Developing flexibility as a hypnotist Types of Hypnotic Inductions Progressive relaxation induction Induction and deepening techniques The wording of hypnotic suggestions Techniques for reducing distractions Types of hypnotic inductions Dr. Flowers Induction Arm Drop Induction Arm Levitation Induction Using questions as an induction Understanding the Client as a Person Quickly establishing "a kesher" and setting goals Preparing clients to be "mecable" what they need Recognizing when to refer to a mental health professional Understanding the Client’s Hypnotic Abilities Hypnotic depth testing The arms falling and rising test The Hand Clasp Test Other tests of hypnotizability Preparing the Client: The Pre-Induction Interview Types of Deepening Techniques The Staircase Technique Breathing with a Calm Word Technique Fractionalization Technique Personal Imagery Permissive and authoritarian techniques Prolonged hypnosis sessions Creating an atmosphere of safety Methods of Building Confidence Hartland’s Suggestions for Ego-Building  Developing more presence Cultivating Yeshuv Hadass Feeling like a "winner" Public speaking Believing in oneself and ones’ true abilities Hypnosis in sales Presenting corporate seminars Hypnosis for Weight Loss Developing increased awareness Use of Imagery Slowing down and enjoying the food more Feeling satisfied with smaller portions Feeling in control The healthy foods never tasted so delicious A new way of thinking about food Rapid techniques prior to eating Structuring Sessions Using Self-Hypnosis and Tapes and CDs Keeping the Responsibility on the Client 15 Strategies for Losing Weight with Hypnosis Weight-loss groups Hypnosis for Issues Related to Fear Overcoming fears by “chunking them down” Breaking the cycle of fear Rapid calming and self-soothing techniques Fear of Flying Fear of success Fear of dovening Fear of spirituality Fear of medical procedures Fear of “going crazy” Fear of animals Fear of tunnels Fear of surgery Hypnosis and child-birth (hypno-birthing) Fear of fear! Hypnosis for Smoking Cessation General principles A typical session A one-session method A three-session method Hypnosis with Children General Principles of empowering children with hypnosis Hypnosis and learning Hypnosis in Chinuch Review of Zev Ballen’s presentation to Torah U’mesorah Enhancing memory and concentration Hypnotic inductions for children Fear of going to school The switch-off technique Fear of needles Fear of Going to Sleep Bedwetting Fear of Tests Hypnosis for Issues Related to Stress Understanding Stress Work and financial stress Time management Taking breaks Making self-hypnosis part of the day Sleeping better Self-Hypnosis Index card technique Rapid techniques Sensory awareness techniques Post-hypnotic cue for self-hypnosis How to run a six- hour self-hypnosis course Hypnosis in Halacha Reb Moshe Feinstein Rav Sternhill The Orech La Ner Marketing Your Hypnosis Practice Advertising in the Jewish Media Getting Rabbinical Endorsements Consulting with Jewish Businesses Getting Speaking Engagements