American Council of Hypnotist Examiners

✨ FEATURED CONFERENCE SPEAKER: Michael Mezmer ✨

We are pleased to feature Michael Mezmer at the ACHE 33rd International Hypnotherapy Conference, April 23–25, 2026, at the Hayes Mansion in San Jose, California.

Michael Mezmer received his initial hypnotherapy training under the direct instruction of legendary hypnotherapist Gil Boyne and completed advanced internship training through ACHE. He also holds a degree in psychology from California Coast University and is widely recognized as an award-winning master of stage hypnosis.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference

✨ Thursday, April 23 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ✨
Master Presentation Methods of Hypnotism

One of the most effective ways to grow a hypnotherapy practice is through confident, compelling public presentations. In this dynamic three-hour workshop, Michael Mezmer shares the methods, mindset, and stagecraft needed to present hypnosis demonstrations that educate, inspire, and attract new clients.

Whether your goal is community presentations, service clubs, workshops, or full-scale stage shows, this session offers practical tools you can apply immediately.

Attendees will explore:

• How to structure a successful hypnosis presentation
• Storytelling techniques that captivate audiences
• The hypnotist’s mindset and stage presence
• Rapid inductions and audience engagement methods
• Ways to use live demonstrations to grow visibility and business

If you want to expand your confidence, presence, and ability to attract clients through live presentations, this is a workshop not to miss.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference



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Michael Mezmer 2026 Conference Promo Master Presentation Methods of Hypnosis

✨ FEATURED CONFERENCE SPEAKER: Liza Boubari ✨

We are pleased to feature Liza Boubari at the ACHE 33rd International Hypnotherapy Conference, April 23–25, 2026, at the Hayes Mansion in San Jose, California.

Liza Boubari is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Integrative Stress Management Expert, and founder of HealWithin®, established in 1999. With more than 25 years of experience, she is known for helping individuals release limiting beliefs, heal unresolved emotions, and create sustainable change. She is also the creator of The Boubari 3E Method® — Evoke, Embrace, Evolve.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference/

✨ Friday, April 24 | 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
You Are the Message: Crafting a Brand That Mirrors Your Essence

When who you are aligns with what you do, the right clients naturally feel it. In this inspiring presentation, Liza Boubari shares how authenticity becomes your most powerful marketing advantage.

Attendees will explore how words, tone, style, visual presence, and daily interactions communicate trust, safety, and credibility. This session is ideal for hypnotherapists who want their brand to feel genuine, clear, and magnetic.

You’ll gain insight into how to:

• Build a brand rooted in authenticity
• Attract aligned clients naturally
• Strengthen trust through presence and communication
• Express your unique value with clarity and confidence

If you want to grow your practice by becoming more fully yourself, this is a session not to miss.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference/



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Liza Boubari 2026 Conference Promo Emotional Weight: The Hidden Link Between Unresolved Feelings / You are the Message: Crafting a Brand That Mirrors Your Essence

✨ FEATURED CONFERENCE SPEAKER: Gary Josephson ✨

We are pleased to feature Gary Josephson at the ACHE 33rd International Hypnotherapy Conference, April 23–25, 2026, at the Hayes Mansion in San Jose, California.

Gary Josephson is a Certified Clinical Master Hypnotherapist with more than 30 years of experience and over 300 hours of advanced in-class training. Trained by Gil Boyne in 1992 and later with Randal Churchill, Gary brings decades of practical insight, mastery, and dedication to the profession.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference/

✨ Friday, April 24 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM ✨
Compounded Hypnotic Technique: Elevating Hypnotic Sessions

This practical three-hour workshop introduces a structured yet flexible method for intentionally layering multiple hypnotic techniques within a single session to create deeper, more responsive, and lasting client change.

Participants will learn how to integrate suggestion, imagery, pacing, and subtle somatic cues while adapting in real time to client responses. The result is a more natural session flow, deeper trance work, stronger engagement, and more consistent outcomes.

Attendees will leave with practical tools to:

• Layer multiple hypnotic techniques effectively
• Adapt techniques dynamically during sessions
• Deepen trance and increase responsiveness
• Create more cohesive and impactful client experiences

If you are looking for practical methods to strengthen your sessions and elevate client results, this is a workshop not to miss.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference/



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Gary Josephson 2026 Conference Promo Compounded Hypnotic Technique: Elevating Hypnotic Sessions / Exploring the Shadow: Using Hypnosis for Self-Discovery and Client Transformation

✨ FEATURED CONFERENCE SPEAKER: Sharon Waxkirsh✨

We are pleased to feature Sharon Waxkirsh at the ACHE 33rd International Hypnotherapy Conference, April 23–25, 2026, at the Hayes Mansion in San Jose, California. Sharon will be presenting two valuable sessions focused on practical applications of hypnosis in healthcare and group settings.

Originally from the UK and now based in Indiana, Sharon is the founder of The Academy for Hypnosis, specializing in medical and dental hypnosis training online and in person. She is an internationally recognized speaker known for her engaging teaching style and real-world expertise.

✨ Thursday, April 23 | 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Beyond Anesthesia: Hypnosis in Medicine & Dentistry
Hypnosis in medicine is receiving increased public and professional attention. In this engaging presentation, Sharon will explore how hypnosis is being used in medical and dental settings to help patients reduce fear, manage pain, and support recovery. A timely session for practitioners interested in expanding into high-impact specialty areas.

✨ Friday, April 24 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
The Collective Trance: The Power of Group Hypnosis
Group hypnosis can create powerful experiences of healing, support, and connection. In this interactive workshop, Sharon shares her approach to designing and leading successful group sessions. Attendees will gain practical strategies to confidently add group work to their practices and broaden their professional offerings.

Be sure to join Sharon Waxkirsh for these insightful sessions at ACHE 2026.

You can still register for the conference: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/events/conference/



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Meet Our Speakers of the Conference 2026!!

"Hypnotic Therapeutic Breath Work: A Stand-Alone Protocol for Profound Client Breakthroughs" Full-day Preconference Workshop

Rene Brent, RN, Clinical Hypnotherapist, is a best-selling author, educator, and instructor of Hypnotic Therapeutic BreathWork (HTBW). With 35+ years as a nurse and over 12 years in a 6-figure private practice, she has helped thousands of clients regulate stress, quiet the mind, and access the subconscious for profound breakthroughs. Known for blending science, humor, and heart, Rene makes complex concepts simple and practical for hypnotherapists ready to grow with confidence.

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This is going to be so much fun!! Are you coming?

Amy Naber shared this article on hypnotherapy published in Psychology Today. Have you found great articles about our profession that we can share with our clients and friends too? Please share below!!

What's So Great About Hypnotherapy? Hypnotherapy is a powerful therapeutic intervention which can help you get unstuck by bypassing your conscious analytical mind and activating inner resources.

If You’re Not Using BreathWork Yet… You’re Leaving Breakthroughs on the Table.

On April 22nd in San Jose, Rene Brent is leading a powerful full-day pre-conference training that could change the way you work with clients.

Hypnotic Therapeutic BreathWork: A Stand-Alone Protocol for Profound Client Breakthroughs

Register today: https://hypnotistexaminers.org/2026-conference-registration

Breathwork is everywhere right now.
But hypnotherapists are uniquely positioned to use it with structure, safety, and clinical precision.

In this immersive, hands-on workshop, you will learn a proven protocol that:
• Regulates the nervous system and lowers cortisol
• Enhances neuroplasticity for deeper change
• Bridges conscious and subconscious awareness
• Unlocks stuck material quickly and effectively

This is not a lecture. It’s experiential.

You will practice the protocol. You will witness live facilitation. And you will leave with a clear 30–40 minute session structure, scripts, safety guidelines, and the confidence to use it immediately.

With 35+ years as a nurse and over 12 years running a successful six-figure practice, Rene blends science, humor, and heart in a way that makes complex material practical and usable the very next day.

If you want a tool that deepens client breakthroughs, expands your clinical range, and differentiates your practice in a crowded market — this is the workshop to attend.

Spots are limited for this full-day pre-conference experience.

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Register now and be in the room.

ACHE’s 33rd International Hypnotherapy Conference
April 22–25, 2026 • Historic Hayes Mansion • San Jose, California

Register by February 11th and receive these exclusive early registration benefits:

• Full Conference Presentation Recordings
Get access to recordings of all 18 conference presentations (each 50 minutes). No need to choose between sessions—you’ll be able to watch every presentation on your own time after the conference.

• Complimentary 3-Hour Immersive Workshop
Enjoy free access to one in-depth, 3-hour workshop during the three-day conference.

This early-registration offer provides expanded learning, deeper skill integration, and exceptional value—at no additional cost. These benefits also apply to anyone who has already registered.

Register now to secure the most comprehensive conference experience.

American Council of Hypnotist Examiners – 2026 Conference Registration Join us for a conference experience designed for meaningful connection, professional growth, and inspiration. Network with colleagues, make new friends, and learn from world-class speakers in an intimate setting where you’ll feel truly connected—not lost in the crowd.

Curious About the Conference? Watch our webinar to get the details!

Register before February 11th50-minute to get all the 50-minute presentation videos included with your ticket!

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