Advanced Workshop: Potpourri of Effective Hypnotic Skills & Techniques for Children and Adults with Linda Thomson, PhD, APRN, ABMH
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This workshop equips clinicians with advanced hypnotic skills and practical techniques to develop effective treatment plans that actively engage children and adults in addressing medical and psychological challenges.
Participants will explore a diverse range of strategies, including the treatment of functional psychophysiologic disorders, uncovering root causes through ideomotor signaling, and preparing patients for surgery and medical procedures. The program also covers integrating hypnosis into pediatric care for physical, emotional, and behavioral concerns, as well as supporting patients with sleep deprivation and nicotine addiction. Time for guided practice is included, along with exploration of the preventive and therapeutic value of laughter and the effective use of humor in hypnosis.
Learning Objectives
Utilize hypnosis with children for two common pediatric disorders
Identify three ways hypnosis can be integrated into the treatment of patients with psychophysiological disorders.
Describe the seven most common causes of psychosomatic symptoms
Describe three hypnotic interventions to assist patients in achieving improved sleep hygiene.
Describe hypnotic strategies to promote smoking cessation
Describe hypnotic elements in preparation for surgery and post-operative recovery.
Describe how to incorporate humor and laughter into clinical work
THE PRESENTER
Dr. Linda Thomson is a pediatric nurse practitioner. She is a Past-President and Fellow of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. Linda is an Approved Consultant in Clinical Hypnosis, and a Diplomate of both the American Board of Medical Hypnosis and the American Board of Hypnosis in Nursing.
Linda has published books, chapters, and peer-reviewed journal articles, lectured and taught workshops across the country and around the world, and has been an integral part of ASCH's education, and has received ASCH’s Lifetime Achievement Award and ASCH’s Clinical Hypnosis Education and Training Lifetime Achievement Award.
Schedule and Detailed Learning Objectives:
https://oregonhypnosis.org/resources/Documents/Hypnosis%20Education/Advanced%20Workshops/Thompson%20L%20May%2016_17_2026/Schedule%20and%20Learning%20Objectives.pdf
Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17. The training runs from 9 am to 5:00pm Pacific Time on both days. Lunch is on your own for 75 minutes, so please plan accordingly. There are several food options within walking distance if you prefer to dine out.
Workshop Location and Hotel Information
About the Workshop Venue: The Hyatt Place Portland Airport/Cascade Station
We are excited to host this event at the Hyatt Place Portland Airport/Cascade Station in Portland, Oregon. A block of discounted rooms has been reserved for workshop participants traveling from out of town or those who wish to stay on site during the training weekend.
Please use the booking link below to reserve your room within the OSCH room block. The room block is available through April 15, 2026, so early booking is recommended. The rooms booked through the room block are a discounted rate! Please note there is a 48 hour cancellation requirement for these rooms due to the discount being provided to us.
Hotel Room Booking Link:
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/oregon/hyatt-place-portland-airport-cascade-station/pdxza?corp_id=G-OSCH
Once the block is filled, participants may contact the hotel directly to inquire about additional availability. When making your reservation, please inform the hotel staff that you are attending the OSCH Workshop.
Hyatt Place Contact Information:
hyattplace.com | 1-503-288-2808
The hotel will provide valet parking at a 50% discount for event attendees.
Public transportation from the airport is simple via the MAX light rail system: https://trimet.org/max/index.htm
The hotel also provides an airport shuttle.
Continuing Education
This program is pending approval by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Standards of Training Committee for 12.75 CE and CME credits which can be used toward Membership and Certification requirements.
The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-Education and Research Foundation (ASCH-ERF) designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (CME)
This course is approved by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis and as such is an approved continuing education course per Florida’s AC-Rule 64B-4-6002 American Society of Clinical Hypnosis-ERF is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider.
The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Education & Research Foundation Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 10/1/2021 to 9/30/2027. Provider ID#217022
Virtual participants will engage through a monitored chat. The chat monitor will review questions and relay them to the group.
Everyone will have access to the workshop livestream recording for 45 days following its completion. To receive CE and CME credit, you must attend the workshop live (in person or virtual livestream).
Oregon Society of Clinical Hypnosis Training Fees:
- $300 OSCH Members (late $400)
- $350 ASCH, SCEH, & other Component Societies Members (late $450)
- $250 Associate Member (late $350)
- $399 Non-Member (late $499)
- $280 Non-Member Student/Intern/Resident (late $380)
- LATE RATE STARTING: 4/27/26
Participants must be licensed health care providers (social workers, counselors, nurses, psychologists, dentists, physicians, etc., with a masters or doctorate) with prior training in clinical hypnosis. Residents, interns, and students are eligible if enrolled in a master's or doctoral program and have prior training in clinical hypnosis. For exceptions to prior training, please email info@oregonhypnosis.org.
Please note: This is an advanced training. Attendees must have completed the prerequisite of an ASCH-certified Level 1 Fundamentals in Clinical Hypnosis course or the equivalent to be eligible for this training.
Regular Event Registration Deadline: End of day 4/26/26
Registration Closes on: 5/9/26, End of Day
Course Completion Requirements: Sign in and out on time (per times indicated on agenda); complete the entire course; complete the course evaluation.
Issuance of Completion Certificate:
Certificates will be issued via email within 10 days following completion of the online evaluation form.
Event Cancellation Refund Policy:
Cancellation refund requests submitted in writing to info@oregonhypnosis.org at least 21 days before the start of the workshop will receive an 100% refund of the amount paid less a $25 administrative charge. Cancellation refund requests received 20 -15 days before the start of the workshop will receive a 50% refund of the amount paid less a $25 administrative charge. No refund will be issued for requests made with 14 days notice or less.
OSCH reserves the right to provide a member or 'workshop registrant a full refund or credit toward a future workshop in special circumstances for compassionate relief at the OSCH board of directors' leadership discretion. Requests must be made in writing prior to the events conclusion.
