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Facing Fear

New class: From Fear to Freedom

Continuing Education Options

The Emotional Freedom Techniques

Continuing Education Course: Hypnosis for Health

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Katherine Zimmerman

Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

Facing Fear

With the downturn in the economy people are struggling with fears about money. It was no different for me. I had a severe drop in my investments followed by office rent that was suddenly too high when my business dropped 60%. I have three more years on a five-year lease commitment with no escape clause. Then, as if I wasn’t already dealing with a lot, I fell and broke my wrist. I knew how to accelerate physical healing but the rest had me in a tail spin. I closed down and became fearful. I was determined not to spend money on anything that I could do without. At the same time I knew that this would only lead to more fear and less abundance.

When it was time to renew an ad in a local magazine I stalled and worried and agonized. Finally, I renewed but missed the full early renewal discount. I didn’t feel good about spending the money. Next, I visited a consignment clothing store hoping to turn in a few things that I wasn’t wearing and generate some cash down the road. Instead, they turned down what I’d brought in and I spent $100. All sales are final and within the hour I was suffering from buyer’s remorse. A few days later I decided to let go and add a dsl line to replace the wireless internet connection that I was using even though I had three more months on the contract.  The difference this time was that I managed to feel good about my decision. I let go and trusted that it would all work out. The phone started ringing later that day. Business has started flowing in my direction again. And, at a recent business mixer I won a $100 gift certificate toward carpet cleaning which offset the clothing expense. Having my carpets cleaned was already in this month’s budget.

Intellectually, I know the principles of abundance and that fear shuts down the flow. I wish that I could say that I’ve learned this lesson and no longer get stuck in fear. But, like many others, I know that a lesson is repeated until it’s learned. There’s always a silver lining to life if we take the time to look for it. Since I’ve been dealing with fear so much lately, I developed a new class: From Fear to Freedom. It isn’t enough to know this intellectually. We need tools that we can use to move ourselves out of that place where we get stuck. Developing the course has helped me. Perhaps taking the course would help you. Check out the details below.

From Fear to Freedom

Has your life shut down because you live in fear?

Would you like to find a way to step out of that trap?

In this course we will turn the tables on fear. We will expose it, learn its secrets and become empowered to choose the freedom that is our birthright. In this workshop you will

• Learn tools to practice when fear arises
• Lessen the impact of previous fearful events 
• Set your day up for a positive focus
• Reclaim your power
• Make peace with fear

Date: Tues., Nov. 9 & 16, 2010
Time: 6:00  - 8:00 pm
Cost: $45

Class size is limited to 12

Deadline to Register: Nov. 1, 2010

Location: 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825
To Register: Call with credit card information or mail a check payable to the California Hypnotherapy Academy to the address above. You can now also pay online. 

Refund Policy: Class fees are non-refundable after Nov 1. Credit is given for the next class on a space available basis. $15 to process a refund. Refund request must be made in writing.

Instructor: Katherine Zimmerman, CCHT, PhD
CE hours: Lic. Counselors: 4, RNs: 3; $3/CE hour

Course meets qualifications for 4 hours of continuing education credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. PCCE #4228.  Provider approved by the Califorinia Board of Registered Nursing, BRN #15240 for 3 contact hours.

Continuing Education Options

2010 Intern Program    

Looking for CE hours? Don't want to travel? While I still believe that in-class training is critical for learning the basics, I think that hypnotherapists can earn CE hours in a variety of ways.

Option 1 - CHA graduates; requires instructor approval
Assist in class 1 day - 8 hours; 2 days - 16 hours
Write and deliver 1 guided relaxation to students pertaining to topic being taught that day
Observe student’s practice sessions and give feedback
Meet with student/s outside of class to observe two practice sessions or volunteer to be their subject and offer feedback. Turn in report of their session and what you learned.

Must commit to a full day but not a full weekend

Option 2
Develop a protocol - weight, smoking, anxiety, grieving (topic to be determined with instructor) and test with a minimum of 3 clients, write up results - 20 hours

Option 3
Plan class material, develop marketing plan, teach material and write up results. Turn in copies of flyers, ads used to promote the class, syllabus, handouts and evaluations - 20 hours

The intern program also involves mentoring. Plan to meet with your instructor for two 1-hour sessions to discuss plan and strategies for accomplishing the plan. Meetings may be in person or on the phone.

Option 4 - Requires instructor approval
Videotape 5 client sessions for review and feedback from instructor. 10 CE hours
    Add $150 for use of CHA office and video camera.
Video tape 10 client sessions for review and feedback from instructor. 20 CE hours
    Add $295 for use of CHA office and video camera.

$385.00 - 20 hours
$195.00 - 10 hours

The Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)

What is EFT?
EFT is a powerful new discovery that combines two well established sciences so you can benefit from both at the same time:
1. Mind Body Medicine
2. Acupuncture (without needles).
In essence, EFT is an emotional version of acupuncture wherein we stimulate certain meridian points by tapping on them with our fingertips. This addresses a new cause for emotional issues (unbalanced energy meridians). And, since emotional stress can contribute to pain, disease and physical ailments, we often find that EFT provides astonishing physical relief.

You can make enormous strides by introducing EFT into your emotional therapy process (whether you are a professional or a client). Instead of taking  years using conventional talk therapy, EFT often does the job for you cleanly and thoroughly and much more quickly.

You Will Learn
• A Brief History of Energy Therapy
• The Basic Recipe
• How to Correct Psychological Reversal
• Why We Don’t Always Reduce the Intensity to Zero
• How to Uncover Aspects
• How to Apply EFT to a Variety of Issues

Pre-requisite: None　
This is a hands-on, experiential training. You will have the opportunity to clear issues from your own life as well as learning how to apply these techniques to others.

Experience the power and effectiveness of these easy to use tools to create immediate and permanent change. Class includes lecture, demonstrations and supervised practice. Manual included.

Who Can Benefit?
Anyone who wants a new tool to facilitate change.

Date: Sat., Oct. 30, 2010
Time: 9:00 am  - 6:00 pm
Cost: $219 Register by Oct. 23 and save $20 (includes manual)

Class size is limited to 12

Deadline to Register: Oct. 27, 2010

Location: 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825
To Register: Call with credit card information or mail a check payable to the California Hypnotherapy Academy to the address above. You can now also pay online. 

Refund Policy: Class fees are non-refundable after Oct. 23, 2010. Credit is given for the next class on a space available basis. $35 to process a refund. Refund request must be made in writing.

Instructor: Katherine Zimmerman, CCHT, PhD
CE hours: Lic. Counselors: 8, RNs: 6

Course meets qualifications for 8 hours of continuing education credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. PCCE #4228.  Provider approved by the Califorinia Board of Registered Nursing, BRN #15240 for 6 contact hours.

Click here to register

Hypnosis for Health: Medical Hypnotherapy Certification Course

A survey done by the AMA revealed that 58% of physicians were interested in complimentary therapies. They didn't refer to complimentary providers because they didn't know how or what conditions to refer to which therapist.   

Melissa Roth is the only practicing hypnotherapist who has experience working in hospitals and outpatient practice. She is also one of the most experienced medical hypnotherapists still practicing. Sacramento will be her only West coast teaching location in 2010.

Day 1 (am)  How to Get Medical Referrals

Day 1 (pm) How to Work in a Healthcare Facility
Day 2 Hypnosis for Prevalent Medical Issues

Day 1 (Morning)  How to Get Medical Referrals
Getting medical referrals insures you a steady stream of interesting clients. All it costs you is your un-booked time and your brochures. 60% of Melissa's clients come from physician referrals. 40% come  from client referrals. She does NO advertising. Typically, she stays fully booked 3 weeks in advance and partially booked 6 weeks in advance. You can, too, by learning to use her method.
* How to keep the referrals flowing
*  Legalities
* What to put in a brochure and what not to say
*  What to say on the telephone
*  How to dress
*  What to talk to each specialty about
*  What you have to offer the healthcare provider that no one else has
*  Why would a healthcare provider refer his/her patients to you?
*  Find the hidden referral sources
*  Whom to approach for referrals
*  How to get past the gate keeper
*  What to say/not say
*  What to do/not do
*  What does/does not get results
*  Record keeping
*  Follow up

Day 1 (Afternoon) How to Work in a Healthcare Facility

Did you know that there are new regulations and guidelines that are actually mandating a job for you in healthcare facilities?  In this ground-breaking afternoon session, World-class hypnotherapist, Melissa Roth will teach you why you need to know about:
* IRS status
* Grand Rounds
* Employee programs
* Trials and studies
* Malpractice insurance
* Insurance billing and reimbursement
* The interview process
* Community education
* Why healthcare facilities want to hire you
* What the regulations and guidelines are
* How to find/approach facilities that need your services
* How healthcare facilities work
* Determining the right healthcare facility for you
* How government is promoting your healthcare services
* How to complete the credentialing process and harmless agreements
* What you need to know about wellness centers

Day 2: Hypnosis for Prevalent Medical Issues

Melissa focuses on the most common conditions seen in a medical practice and the processes you can use to alleviate them. Topics include: migraines, autoimmune diseases, thyroid disease, depression, exercise motivation, strokes, insomnia, urinary incontinence, asthma, COPD, VCD and respiratory illnesses, chronic illnesses, diabetes, pain, anxiety, pre-op relaxation, post-op recovery, cancer, allergies, secondary gain, dermatology. Includes manual.

As a result of healing herself of irritable bowel syndrome and fibromyalgia using hypnosis, Melissa Roth founded Alabama Hypnotherapy Center, in Birmingham, in 1995. Since then she has specialized in medical applications of hypnotherapy. She developed a number of unique approaches to chronic illness that have become the treatments of choice worldwide.  She partners with physicians of every specialty to promote hypnosis as an important and valuable tool in the medical toolbox.  Drawing upon her vast experience, Melissa’s conversational teaching style is sometimes heretical, sometimes funny, but always informative.  

Melissa J. Roth CHt., PhD is CEO and Founder of Alabama Hypnotherapy Center and Hypnosis Associates. She is a member of the American Board of Hypnotherapy and the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners.

CE Hours: Hypnotherapists: 20, Lic. Counselors: 16, RNs: 12
Pre-requisite: Basic hypnotherapy training
Dates: Sat-Sun, Nov. 13-14, 2010
Times: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825

Cost: $425 for both days ($395 if paidby Oct. 28)
Instructor: Melissa Roth, PhD, CHT

"This is the 3rd class I have taken with Melissa... Her material is great, she is dynamic..." Lisa Stone Kelley, LCSW, CCHT

"Melissa is an extraordinary instructor and provides quality material. I especially appreciate her 'realness' and her integrity."

"Loved her! Bring her back."

Only 6 spaces left!

To Register: Call with credit card info or mail check payable to the California Hypnotherapy Academy, 601 University Ave., Ste. 280, Sacramento, CA 95825
Space is limited -- pre-registration is required -- You can now also pay online. Not all classes are listed. When you "click here to register" please complete the 4-page 2010 State required enrollment form. Be sure to fill out and return all 4 pages. Note: There is a place to initial on page 2.

Deadline to Register: Oct. 30, 2010

Refund Policy:  The student has the right to cancel the enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid on or before the first day of class. Refund request must be made in writing. Download the catalog for the full cancellation and refund policy.

Questions? Call 916-373-1932