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.
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HMI Student Comments
Hypnosis in History
2023-06-01 at 12:47 AM Pacific Time
Enjoyed this video very much. Looking forward to learning more.
D.S. from Lincoln, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-31 at 11:27 PM Pacific Time
Very informative, I learned a lot.
C.B. from Los Angeles, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-31 at 4:06 PM Pacific Time
Loved it! It was very informative and great for a brief introduction.
P.B. from West Roxbury, Massachusetts, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-31 at 12:30 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed learning about the history of hypnosis. I really wish it would become as accepted as other forms of healthcare treatment.
D.P. from Tucson, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-31 at 12:03 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the history lesson greatly.
J.H. from Shawnee, Kansas, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-29 at 11:20 AM Pacific Time
I learned a lot, very good information.
L.S. from Lincoln, Nebraska, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-27 at 12:57 PM Pacific Time
This lesson was a spectacular and analytical journey through the history of our profession.
Z.M. from Miami, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-24 at 9:59 PM Pacific Time
It was very interesting. I really enjoyed learning the history of Hypnosis.
C.B. from Hemet, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-23 at 10:29 PM Pacific Time
I really like this lesson, it was great! I would like to know more about how hypnosis was used in Indigenous/African cultures more in depth as well.
J.R. from Sacramento, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-22 at 10:53 AM Pacific Time
Thank you, it was informative.
L.I. from Houston, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-21 at 5:06 PM Pacific Time
Great application, easy to communicate.
M.E. from Irvine, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-21 at 6:18 AM Pacific Time
A thorough history that is well presented.
E.D. from Fort Worth, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-20 at 7:03 PM Pacific Time
Great! I really learned a lot.
K.B. from Santa Monica, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-20 at 12:07 PM Pacific Time
Interesting! Glad they kept the questions short and easy to read and answer.
E.F. from Gadsden, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-19 at 6:26 PM Pacific Time
I really enjoyed this lesson.
L.Z. from West Hollywood, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-19 at 1:44 PM Pacific Time
Very nice information and interesting.
K.G. from Colorado Springs, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-18 at 4:10 PM Pacific Time
Great stuff. Loved every minute.
M.C. from Clovis, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-18 at 3:33 PM Pacific Time
I absolutely loved it! Can’t wait to learn more.
T.J. from Yukon, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-17 at 11:40 AM Pacific Time
Amazing video and material.
M.S. from Staten Island, New York, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-16 at 3:12 PM Pacific Time
It was fascinating! I liked that the lesson was full of information and was also told in an engaging way.
J.G. from Duncanville, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-16 at 2:24 PM Pacific Time
Great knowledge about the origins of hypnotism, how it evolved, and developed.
M.N. from Irvine, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-16 at 1:08 PM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the class very much.
K.P. from Del Mar, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-15 at 8:05 PM Pacific Time
It's a great course. If I have the chance, I hope I can go to school.
B.F. from Nanjing, CN
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-13 at 7:26 PM Pacific Time
I found the lesson great! Learning about hypnosis from its infancy was so interesting.
J.B. from San Jose, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-12 at 1:57 PM Pacific Time
It was a great lesson on the history and the people that influenced it.
A.B. from Sanford, Florida, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-12 at 8:35 AM Pacific Time
Very informative, I love learning the history behind hypnosis.
J.K. from Montebello, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-11 at 9:54 PM Pacific Time
I loved the lesson. Lots of great information. Thank you.
T.L. from Prineville, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-11 at 3:43 AM Pacific Time
Excellent review of material.
D.P. from Farmington, Connecticut, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-10 at 4:41 PM Pacific Time
It was super interesting!
M.D. from Sheffield, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 9:57 PM Pacific Time
Different minds, different answers. Pretty interesting how interpretations changed over the years - and grew and expanded.
J.S. from Fort Collins, Colorado, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 9:12 PM Pacific Time
I thoroughly enjoyed that.
T.L. from Fredericksburg, Virginia, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 6:06 PM Pacific Time
It was a great course and I can't wait to start.
H.D. from Modesto, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 7:22 PM Pacific Time
Nice. It was very informative and educational.
H.P. from Anniston, Alabama, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 5:49 PM Pacific Time
Very informative and interesting! Thank you!
N.H. from Malibu, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 3:55 PM Pacific Time
I found the video interesting and informative!
C.A. from Yukon, Oklahoma, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 6:20 AM Pacific Time
Very interesting lesson! I am excited to be a part of propagating the use of hypnosis.
C.G. from Portland, Oregon, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 4:27 AM Pacific Time
I liked it. It was well done.
G.W. from Atkinson, New Hampshire, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 4:15 PM Pacific Time
Interesting historical insight. Think of the possibilities if Freud had continued to study the uses of Hypnosis.
E.H. from Longview, Washington, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-08 at 6:07 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting, perfectly paced.
A.W. from Payson, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-09 at 4:58 PM Pacific Time
I like it a lot, very informative.
J.S. from Chino Hills, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-08 at 1:42 PM Pacific Time
I loved it! I definitely believe my calling into this field is more affirmed and educated in reasoning after watching the video. Thank you!
S.P. from Toledo, Ohio, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-08 at 2:06 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting. Would probably watch it a couple more times to really move myself to remember more of the information.
R.R. from Long Beach, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-07 at 10:47 AM Pacific Time
Very compressive. Great!
S.B. from Narahenpita, Colombo, LK
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-05 at 8:23 AM Pacific Time
I enjoyed the history of Hypnosis and am looking forward to more education on this subject.
N.M. from Marshall, Texas, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-04 at 8:05 PM Pacific Time
I liked it. This course gave me a detailed understanding of hypnosis.
J.W. from Qingyuan, Guangdong, CN
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-04 at 2:38 PM Pacific Time
I loved learning about hypnosis throughout many cultures across the world.
C.C. from Carbondale, Illinois, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-04 at 5:45 AM Pacific Time
Lovely! Very interesting, wasn’t bored at all.
N.D. from Genoa, Nevada, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-03 at 4:28 PM Pacific Time
Very interesting, I imagine I will do well, power of positive affirmations.
J.W. from Lemon Grove, California, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-03 at 11:37 AM Pacific Time
Love the history lesson! Thank you.
A.H. from Peoria, Arizona, US
Hypnosis in History
2023-05-03 at 10:30 AM Pacific Time
This was a very interesting lesson!
B.B. from Everett, Washington, US