Richard Nongard

President, ICBCH Professional Hypnosis

Friday, October 17th at 1:30 pm in Arbor C

Presentation

Hypnotherapy: The OG of Somatic Approaches for Trauma Treatment

Long before neuroscience became mainstream or body-based modalities were trending, hypnotherapy was already doing what today’s somatic therapies aspire to—bridging the gap between mind and body for lasting transformation.

In this experiential workshop, Dr. Richard Nongard—renowned author, trainer, and clinical hypnotherapist—will show you why hypnosis remains one of the most powerful, elegant, and efficient methods for addressing psychosomatic symptoms, chronic stress, and emotional trauma.

You’ll explore how to integrate somatic cues, bodily awareness, and trance-based healing to deepen client breakthroughs. Through live demonstrations, hands-on techniques, and case-based learning, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to make every session more embodied, more impactful, and more results-driven.

What You’ll Learn:

Master Mind-Body Synergy
Learn how hypnosis naturally engages the nervous system to release tension, trauma, and stuck patterns.
Somatic Integration in Hypnosis
Discover how to incorporate breath, posture, and physical awareness into your inductions for deeper results.
Rapid Trance Induction Techniques
Practice protocols that move clients into embodied trance states—quickly and reliably.
Identify Psychosomatic Triggers
Recognize and resolve the emotional roots of physical symptoms using targeted hypnotherapy techniques.

Ideal For:

Clinical hypnotherapists, coaches, trauma-informed practitioners, and mind-body facilitators who want to elevate their sessions beyond talk and into transformational somatic work.

Why This Session Is Different:

This is not just a theory talk. You’ll participate in a fully experiential session designed to deepen your skills and give you somatic-based protocols you can use the very next day.

“Hypnosis didn’t follow the somatic trend—it started it.”

About Richard Nongard

Leading Voice in Clinical Hypnosis & Somatic Change

Dr. Richard Nongard, Psy.D., is a licensed psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist, and internationally respected trainer who has helped shape the modern landscape of hypnosis and integrative therapy. As the founder of the International Certification Board of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ICBCH), Dr. Nongard has trained thousands of professionals across the globe in evidence-based, results-driven methods that work.

Renowned for his ability to blend mindfulness, somatic therapy, and clinical hypnosis, he offers practical tools that empower both practitioners and clients to create rapid, meaningful transformation. His latest book, Experiential Approaches to Somatic Therapy, continues to influence the field with fresh, client-centered strategies that go beyond talk.

A TEDx speaker and popular presenter at conferences worldwide, Dr. Nongard is known for his dynamic teaching style, clinical precision, and deep commitment to helping people heal from the inside out.

If you’re ready to elevate your skills, rethink your approach, and learn from one of the most influential minds in modern hypnosis—don’t miss this session.

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