As a hypnotherapist, you have the key to help others make profound changes in their lives. It's a unique key which unlocks the door to the subconscious mind. Memories from past events are stored in this part of the brain and affect an individual's state of health and present circumstances. However, what's the point of having the key in your possession if you don't have a mind to unlock because you and your hypnotherapy practice are unheard of?
Joining a peak body that represents certified hypnotherapists will get your name out there and make you a sought-after practitioner in no time. What's more, it'll provide you with infinite opportunities for self-growth. We list below the top hypnotherapy associations in Australia to provide a leg up in your career.
Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA)
Founded in 1949, Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA) is the largest professional body for certified hypnotherapists in Australia. It is responsible for maintaining the highest standards in education and training amongst its members to ensure the public of quality services. As a member of AHA, you will be listed for free in the Association's register of practitioners where thousands of potential clients can find you. Besides that, you can access ongoing professional development courtesy of the AHA's educational workshops.
To be able to avail full membership with AHA, you have to submit certified copies of your qualifications, professional indemnity insurance and other relevant documents, along with the application form and registration fee.
Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH)
The Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH) is one of Australia's largest organisations for hypnotherapists. Members can participate in advanced training programs and attend hypnosis conferences to keep themselves abreast of the latest developments and practices in the industry. You can also secure professional indemnity insurance at a discounted rate and gain private health fund provider status.
To be eligible for membership, all you have to do is fill out the application form which you can download from the ASCH website. Submit the form along with copies of your academic transcript or qualifications. The joining fee will depend on the membership level which you're applying for.
Hypnotherapy Council of Australia (HCA)
HCA is the national peak organisation for hypnotherapy associations in the country that supports the ideals of the modality and promotes its practice across different states. To be eligible for membership, you must be a member of an organisation that meets the minimum standards of training that have been set forth by the HCA.
Professional Clinical Hypnotherapists of Australia (PCHA)
Committed to providing ongoing education to certified hypnotherapists in Australia, PCHA holds educational meetings every year, which are led by international hypnosis instructors, to hone the skills of its members and promote camaraderie.
Besides acquiring new knowledge to help them produce better health outcomes for their clients, registered members can take advantage of PCHA's free practitioner listings and expand their client base. To be a qualified member, fill out and submit the application form along with certified copies of your qualifications and other relevant documents.
If you're ready to catapult your career to success, take the time to explore these top hypnotherapy associations in Australia. Students of accredited hypnotherapy training programs are encouraged to join free of charge.
Originally published on Nov 27, 2020
