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Hypnosis in History

Free Hypnosis in History Course

Hypnosis in History

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The American Hypnosis Association (AHA) in conjunction with HMI’s Nationally Accredited College of Hypnotherapy is proud to present this FREE online course, Hypnosis in History. This illuminating story is a must see for any student of Hypnosis or Hypnotherapy.

This 40-minute video documentary presents the revealing and fascinating history of Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy. Starting with the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, our story guides you through the pivotal pioneers of Mesmerism and Hypnosis in Europe, and then into the 20th Century.

HMI Student Comments

Hypnosis in History
2025-05-04 at 7:29 AM Pacific Time

Loved it! I love history and was a little disappointed that it was only 40 minutes.
J.Y. from Ahmeek, Michigan, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-04 at 12:55 AM Pacific Time

It was very informative and interesting, thank you.
T.P. from Springfield, Ohio, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-03 at 2:58 PM Pacific Time

Excellent information; learned a ton about the history of the field.
M.S. from Bear, Delaware, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-02 at 8:37 PM Pacific Time

It was good and informative.
G.W. from Bonney Lake, Washington, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-02 at 4:22 PM Pacific Time

This is very informative. Great insight on how this all came to be. Enjoyed it.
H.S. from Palm Bay, Florida, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-02 at 2:51 PM Pacific Time

I liked it very much. It was very interesting.
S.S. from Culver City, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-01 at 8:25 PM Pacific Time

This presentation was amazingly put together. It is such a honor to be following the footsteps of these great forward thinking men of the past.
A.E. from Chesapeake, Virginia, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-01 at 9:32 AM Pacific Time

I thought the video and workbook were very informative!
N.B. from Henderson, Nevada, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-01 at 8:44 AM Pacific Time

Interesting history of Hypnotism.
T.F. from Daleville, Virginia, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-05-01 at 4:04 AM Pacific Time

Very interesting... I was intrigued by the way hypnosis developed over the years, and the many stages it went through.
M.O. from Millbury, Massachusetts, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-30 at 10:33 PM Pacific Time

I thought it was very interesting.
J.P. from Iola, Kansas, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-30 at 2:07 PM Pacific Time

The lessons give a fascinating history about hypnosis. Love the whole lesson and the questions. I enjoyed it.
R.S. from Burbank, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-30 at 1:51 PM Pacific Time

Easy to navigate and provided a lot of information.
A.P. from Melbourne, Florida, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-30 at 8:54 AM Pacific Time

It was good information. I enjoyed getting to know the history.
M.S. from Thornton, Colorado, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-29 at 4:27 PM Pacific Time

Smooth and straight forward.
K.D. from DuPont, Washington, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-29 at 3:50 PM Pacific Time

Really interesting lesson and enjoyed learning a little more about the history.
C.M. from Chicago, Illinois, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-29 at 1:32 PM Pacific Time

Took me a minute, hope I did well.
S.C. from Greeley, Colorado, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-28 at 8:51 PM Pacific Time

Interesting course and easy to understand and follow along with.
C.A. from Clearwater, Florida, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-28 at 8:07 PM Pacific Time

I really liked the video it was great for history which is my favorite subject. The video was very informative and gave me a chance to learn the beginnings of hypnotherapy to present day.
S.L. from Tacoma, Washington, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-28 at 5:05 PM Pacific Time

I learned a lot and really enjoyed the history lesson. Thank you!
K.W. from Peoria, Arizona, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-28 at 1:20 PM Pacific Time

I was very intrigued and eager to learn more!
K.O. from Milltown, Indiana, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-28 at 12:55 PM Pacific Time

The quiz was brief but definitely encouraged me to critically think about the answers.
T.G. from Chicago, Illinois, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-27 at 9:52 PM Pacific Time

The lesson was informative and helped me better understand the history of hypnosis. I found it interesting, especially the way it explained the evolution of hypnosis over time. Thank you for the lesson!
H.F. from Elk Grove, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-27 at 6:21 PM Pacific Time

I liked it and found it very informative.
N.B. from Bloomington, Indiana, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-27 at 1:29 PM Pacific Time

I enjoyed the material that was a review of what I had studied during my certification as a hypnotherapist. I have studied many techniques and theories.
R.B. from Lehigh Acres, Florida, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-26 at 3:26 PM Pacific Time

It was captivating and I look forward to more.
N.A. from Moorpark, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-26 at 11:39 AM Pacific Time

It was a very informational course.
T.P. from Ravenswood, West Virginia, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-26 at 11:22 AM Pacific Time

This lesson was awesome. It was very informative. Thank you, much appreciation!
Q.B. from Atlanta, Georgia, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-26 at 11:04 AM Pacific Time

Very interesting and educative.
L.B. from Mc Alpin, Florida, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-25 at 10:29 PM Pacific Time

This was so interesting. Excited for taking the next step.
D.H. from Fullerton, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-25 at 5:20 PM Pacific Time

It was interesting and I learned a lot that I didn’t know before. It was very informative.
S.T. from Philadelphia, New York, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-25 at 1:08 PM Pacific Time

Loved it. Creates further interest in pursuit of completing the course.
J.B. from Saint Albans, Vermont, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-25 at 1:07 PM Pacific Time

This was great! Super interesting and I'm excited to learn more!
S.G. from El Segundo, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-25 at 11:22 AM Pacific Time

Very informative show. I am a LPC who is interested.
E.S. from Kansas City, Missouri, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-25 at 10:13 AM Pacific Time

I am very interested in this workshop and hope I can do it.
T.D. from Knoxville, Tennessee, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-24 at 6:32 PM Pacific Time

Thank you! Very interesting.
I.V. from Santa Barbara, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-24 at 6:10 PM Pacific Time

Loved it! I learned a lot about hypnotherapy and why there is stigma attached to it.
M.R. from Boise, Idaho, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-24 at 4:11 PM Pacific Time

It was interesting but I am excited for the practice.
T.W. from Seattle, Washington, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-23 at 8:32 PM Pacific Time

It kept me super interested! I love history!
M.W. from Midwest City, Oklahoma, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-23 at 6:20 PM Pacific Time

Excellent and so insightful.
M.J. from Spring, Texas, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-23 at 2:17 PM Pacific Time

I loved this lesson because it was fascinating to learn about hypnosis and what it has been used for using the lens of history. I am going to recommend this lesson to my friends and family who may be interested in learning about hypnosis and I imagine this video lesson will be a great tool to say with any future clients who may be interested as well as possibly hesitant to use hypnotherapy as a tool for mental health and mental suggestion.
L.A. from Los Angeles, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-23 at 10:15 AM Pacific Time

This was very interesting because I didn’t know that hypnosis went all the way back that long ago.
T.M. from Saint Louis, Missouri, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-23 at 6:03 AM Pacific Time

I enjoyed the lesson and found it quite interesting. Thank you.
R.H. from Knoxville, Tennessee, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-22 at 11:04 PM Pacific Time

I enjoyed the lesson. It contained a lot of useful information on hypnosis. The video was easy to follow, not too long and showed a brief history of hypnosis. It made me eager to learn more about hypnosis.
A.L. from Northridge, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-22 at 5:19 PM Pacific Time

I enjoyed this lesson and learned a lot of new information. I feel even more excited to start the process of learning hypnosis.
T.F. from Chandler, Arizona, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-22 at 4:04 PM Pacific Time

I enjoyed learning the history of hypnosis and how it became what it is today.
R.M. from Saint Louis, Missouri, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-22 at 11:10 AM Pacific Time

I liked this lesson very much, it taught me new things.
D.W. from Fresno, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-22 at 7:08 AM Pacific Time

Thanks, I really enjoyed the introductory video.
M.S. from Los Angeles, California, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-21 at 3:47 PM Pacific Time

I found it fascinating! I learned a great deal about the history of hypnosis.
C.H. from Tiona, Pennsylvania, US


Hypnosis in History
2025-04-21 at 2:52 PM Pacific Time

Very informative and enlightening.
D.B. from Carrollton, Texas, US