Free Hypnosis in History Course
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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
2025-04-16 at 12:06 PM Pacific Time
I like the idea that the training was prerecorded so that I can run it back and forth for information that I may have missed.
W.M. from Tampa, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-16 at 8:08 AM Pacific Time
It was easy to navigate and mentally stimulating.
A.T. from New Orleans, Louisiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 9:12 PM Pacific Time
Very intriguing, I learned a lot about the history of hypnosis.
N.M. from Colorado Springs, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 3:38 PM Pacific Time
The lesson was nice, very informative. Thank you.
J.M. from Pembroke Pines, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 12:57 PM Pacific Time
Well done but slightly dated.
L.B. from Ronan, Montana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 11:52 AM Pacific Time
That was an exciting course.
N.R. from Stafford, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 11:41 AM Pacific Time
I liked it: It was well laid out and easy to follow.
B.B. from Old Hickory, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 11:20 AM Pacific Time
This was a very informative course, I enjoyed it. Thank you.
A.C. from South Plainfield, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 6:36 AM Pacific Time
Important introduction. Like any medical or therapeutic modality it is essential to understand the history to provide context for its current usages.
B.B. from Flagstaff, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 6:14 AM Pacific Time
This lesson was interesting, I learned more about hypnotism than what I already know.
P.C. from Albuquerque, New Mexico, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 2:48 AM Pacific Time
It was very interesting, I learned a lot more then I expected.
R.S. from Muskegon, Michigan, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-15 at 1:10 AM Pacific Time
I'm not sure I find hypnosis interesting in many aspects.
T.H. from Phoenix, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 9:26 PM Pacific Time
I thought it was so interesting and fascinating! Hypnosis has been in my soul and calling me for a while and I'm so excited to learn more!
M.L. from Davis, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 2:25 PM Pacific Time
I found the format helpful.
P.A. from Gilbert, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 1:55 PM Pacific Time
This short video lesson and quiz were much more interesting than I was expecting to be honest. I highly enjoyed the general synopsis of the history of hypnosis, I learned some things I had never even heard about, and I am excited for the upcoming adventure of becoming a hypnotherapist.
A.S. from Coos Bay, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 1:03 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the story like way the material was presented.
N.P. from Hamilton, Montana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 11:20 AM Pacific Time
Incredibly informative. I didn't realize how far back, or how intricate the history of hypnosis has been.
A.S. from Grapevine, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 10:18 AM Pacific Time
It was very detailed. Great information.
B.S. from Coon Rapids, Iowa, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 9:18 AM Pacific Time
It was very interesting and had me wanting to learn more.
M.S. from Burkburnett, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 3:33 AM Pacific Time
I learned so many things that I did not know about the history of hypnosis in healing.
G.M. from Gaborone, ZA
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 3:21 AM Pacific Time
Great and informative class!
S.H. from Lafayette, Louisiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-14 at 12:05 AM Pacific Time
The lesson was very informative. Lots of names and dates.
D.R. from Indianapolis, Indiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-13 at 7:49 PM Pacific Time
I liked this lesson, it was very helpful.
T.P. from Anderson, South Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-13 at 5:39 PM Pacific Time
It was interesting to get a view of the history behind hypnosis. I knew the history up to Mesmer, but not beyond.
G.C. from Vincentown, New Jersey, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-13 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time
This was a wonderful experience.
A.K. from Detroit, Michigan, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-13 at 3:57 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed knowing the history of hypnotherapy. I am looking forward to learning more and being able to become a practitioner.
C.T. from Cameron, North Carolina, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-13 at 3:38 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed the lesson, which clearly has a purpose to help others in a different way. I am not a fan of history, but this definitely piqued my interest to learn more about it.
M.S. from Burkburnett, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-13 at 5:29 AM Pacific Time
It was very informative and showed how hypnosis has drastically evolved over the time of history. Also the different types of hypnosis practices over the coarse of history and how it was looked at in society throughout history.
K.K. from Grand Prairie, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-12 at 5:04 PM Pacific Time
Great information on hypnotherapy history.
Y.C. from North Miami Beach, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-12 at 3:53 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the lesson. I learned a lot that I didn’t know before about the history of hypnosis.
D.G. from Santa Clara, New Mexico, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 10:51 PM Pacific Time
Very informative! Watching the video while reading the notebook was a great suggestion for folks who have trouble focusing like myself!
C.S. from Valley Village, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 8:58 PM Pacific Time
It was neat to hear how the process started and grew.
A.G. from Willow Springs, Missouri, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 7:53 PM Pacific Time
Fascinating to know that hypnotherapy dates back to ancient Egypt!
N.R. from Las Vegas, Nevada, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 5:01 PM Pacific Time
It was fascinating. I enjoyed it very much.
R.B. from Leawood, Kansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 4:10 PM Pacific Time
Really enjoyed learning the history of hypnosis, very interesting, and now my interests has piqued even more so, now I must be accepted please!
M.S. from Palmer, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 9:12 AM Pacific Time
I found this very informative! It gives you a great overview of the journey that Hypnotism has taken to bring us here today. Look forward to the next lesson!
J.F. from Lansford, Pennsylvania, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 6:35 AM Pacific Time
It was very fun and educational! I enjoyed learning more about the history of hypnosis.
E.M. from Clarksville, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-11 at 5:21 AM Pacific Time
I loved it. A lot of the techniques people use today for mental health issues like stress or depression really comes from some sort of hypnosis. Like suggestive therapy that's another form of daily affirmations. Or what they used in WW2 is basically us talking and feeling the emotion to get it and get it out to feel better and the soldiers were reliving the experience, it's the same thing.
M.L. from Minneapolis, Minnesota, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-10 at 10:49 PM Pacific Time
This history of hypnosis was very interesting and I didn't know any of the facts given. It was all new information to me. I really enjoyed it.
A.L. from Indianapolis, Indiana, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-10 at 8:55 PM Pacific Time
It was good, very fast paced and a lot of information. Definitely helpful to have the the PDF handbook printed out.
C.V. from Duncanville, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-10 at 2:44 PM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting to see the evolution through time.
G.J. from Fremont, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-10 at 2:40 PM Pacific Time
It was wonderful! I learned a lot of things that I've always been curious about.
K.M. from Granger, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-09 at 3:02 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed it. It was interesting and informative.
J.D. from Spanish Fork, Utah, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-09 at 2:14 PM Pacific Time
It was great! It's funny to be able to recognize what was once thought of as Hysteria as a different neurotype as well as grief.
R.P. from Oxford, Michigan, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-09 at 10:12 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting. I really enjoyed the connection with the Indigenous and Shamanism.
D.W. from North Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-09 at 9:34 AM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed the lesson.
A.R. from Decatur, Tennessee, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-08 at 4:37 PM Pacific Time
It was quite interesting.
J.P. from Lubbock, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-08 at 12:41 PM Pacific Time
This was fun and informative.
E.C. from Chandler, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-08 at 9:33 AM Pacific Time
Enjoyed the actual history. Wasn't prepared to remember all of the names.
K.D. from Defiance, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2025-04-08 at 8:28 AM Pacific Time
This class very insightful. I found it interesting in many ways hypnosis applies to psychology today and the practices of it as well as neurology. I look forward to working with you guys for further.
M.P. from Columbus, Ohio, US