Join Our Community
Become part of the New England Society of Clinical Hypnosis (NESCH) and connect with a dynamic community of healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing the ethical and evidence-based practice of clinical hypnosis. As a NESCH member, you gain access to unparalleled learning opportunities, peer support, and professional growth.
NESCH offers members discounted tuition, consultation opportunities, access to the Public Member Directory, and events that meet CE/CEU requirements—many of which are now CME-eligible through our accreditation partners.
Who Can Join
NESCH welcomes applications from professionals who have completed an ASCH-approved Level I Training (or an equivalent introductory course in clinical hypnosis) and meet the criteria below:
- Doctoral-Level Professionals: Licensed practitioners with degrees such as MD, DO, DMD, DDS, PhD, PsyD, EdD, DSW, DNS, DC, etc.
- Master’s-Level Professionals: Licensed professionals in fields such as Social Work (MSW), Nursing (MSN), Occupational Therapy (MS OT), Physical Therapy (MS PT), and other master’s-level disciplines that do not require a doctorate for independent practice.
- Students: Currently pursuing any of the credentials above? You may be eligible to join as a Student Member and start your professional journey with NESCH.
- Affiliate Members: Professionals who have not yet completed Level I training may be eligible to join as Affiliate Members and gain access to selected educational resources and communications.
Membership Benefits
NESCH membership is designed to support you at every stage of your clinical hypnosis learning—from foundational skills to advanced applications.
Discounted Tuition
Members receive reduced tuition fees for NESCH’s Annual Workshops and other educational events, including certification-qualifying trainings.
Consultation & Skills Practice Groups
Eligible members can join small consultation or practice groups (where available) to refine hypnosis techniques and receive guidance from experienced peers and faculty.
Free Quarterly Meetings
Members can participate in quarterly educational meetings offering up to 3.0 ASCH credits that count toward certification or recertification in clinical hypnosis.
Access to the Member Directory
Members may choose to be listed in NESCH’s Public Member Directory, enhancing visibility for referrals and networking opportunities with other clinicians using hypnosis.
Networking with Professionals
NESCH offers opportunities for members to connect with colleagues across disciplines who are integrating hypnosis into medical, dental, and mental health care.
Affordable Continuing Education
Many NESCH offerings provide CE/CEU credits at a reasonable cost. Several major workshops are now CME-eligible, helping clinicians meet licensure requirements while deepening their expertise.
Continuing Education & CME: NESCH works with recognized accrediting bodies to offer continuing education credits for eligible programs. Many of our flagship workshops are CME-eligible, beginning with the 2025 Level I Training, and may also meet requirements for ASCH certification or recertification. Please review individual event descriptions for specific CE/CME details.
What Members Are Saying
“NESCH has given me a thoughtful, evidence-based way to bring hypnosis into my clinical work. The community and quarterly meetings keep me growing.”
— Psychologist, NESCH member
“As a physician, I appreciate how NESCH integrates hypnosis with mainstream medicine. The trainings are practical, ethical, and deeply patient-centered.”
— Physician, NESCH member
Start or continue your journey with NESCH membership today. If you have questions about eligibility or membership levels, please contact our Member Services Coordinator at neschmsc@gmail.com.