ERICKSONIAN HYPNOSIS
Psychologists and Medical Doctors legally recognised in their respective professional Registers, can apply for information to access our Clinical Ericksonian Hypnosis Courses.
Our intensive Courses are divided into:
1-Approach to Ericksonian Hypnosis (50 hrs)
2-Deepening Ericksonian Hypnosis (70 hrs)
3-Ericksonian Hypnotherapy (90 hrs).
Psychologists and Medical Doctors who have completed all three levels of Training, can access the special Course that will cover: "Age Regression in Ericksonian Hypnotherapy and its use in the clinical treatment of psychological trauma" (80 hrs).
All Courses are held by Giuseppe Platania, Founder, Trainer and former Director of The Milton H. Erickson Institute of Turin (Italy).
Psychologists and Medical Doctors interested in learning Ericksonian Hypnosis to apply it in therapy, can contact us to request information, describing their current medical activity, sending a short "Curriculum Vitae" and explaining the motivations for their request. A CoachingShapes Certificate of Attendance signed by the Trainer will be issued to Participants at the end of each Training level.
Who was Milton H. Erickson, M.D.?
Milton H. Erickson (1901-1980) was a pioneering Psychiatrist and Psychologist whose work revolutionized the field of Psychotherapy.
Born in Nevada, USA, Erickson overcame significant personal challenges, including childhood polio, which left him partially paralyzed and with impaired speech. Despite these obstacles, he went on to become one of the most influential figures in modern Psychology.
Erickson's approach to Therapy, known as Ericksonian Hypnotherapy or Ericksonian Psychotherapy, diverged from traditional psychoanalytic techniques. He emphasized the importance of utilizing the patient's own experiences, beliefs, and strengths in the therapeutic process. Erickson believed that individuals already possessed the resources necessary to achieve personal growth and change, and he employed innovative techniques to facilitate this process.
One of Erickson's most notable contributions was his use of Therapeutic Hypnosis.
Unlike traditional Hypnosis, which involved the therapist exerting control over the patient's subconscious, Erickson's approach was more collaborative and respectful of the patient's autonomy.
He viewed hypnosis as a tool for accessing the unconscious mind and unlocking its potential for healing and transformation.
Erickson's therapeutic methods were characterized by their creativity and adaptability. He was renowned for his ability to tailor interventions to suit the unique needs and preferences of each client.
He often involved the use of metaphor, storytelling, and indirect suggestion to bypass conscious resistance and communicate with the deeper layers of the psyche.
Throughout his career, Erickson made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of a wide range of psychological issues, including phobias, anxiety disorders, and psychosomatic conditions. His innovative techniques continue to influence contemporary forms of psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and neurolinguistic programming.
In addition to his clinical work, Erickson was a prolific writer and lecturer, and he trained numerous therapists in his methods. Today, his legacy lives on through the continued application and development of Ericksonian principles in the field of Psychotherapy.
Milton H. Erickson's enduring impact has earned him recognition as one of the most influential figures in the history of modern Psychology.